ABU DHABI/GULF TIME LuLu Retail and Kody Middle East Holding have signed an MoU to launch the UAE’s first in-store robotic advertising network, introducing a new interactive retail media platform for brands and advertisers. 62 AI-enabled Odigo robots deployed across 30 LuLu stores in the UAE. The new network features 62 AI-enabled Odigo robots deployed across 30 LuLu stores in …
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ABU DHABI/GULF TIME Reem Mall and Curate, in partnership with startAD and Agility, have officially announced the launch of the second edition of ‘The Emirati Concept at Curate.’ Launched following an exclusive gathering in celebration of Emirati Women’s Month, the initiative gives selected Emirati women entrepreneurs the opportunity to showcase their businesses through Curate’s physical and online retail channels. First launched in 2025, The Emirati …
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DOHA / WAM The United Arab Emirates participated in the 11th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) in Doha, Qatar, held under the theme “Tomorrow’s Infrastructure: Impact and Innovation.” The Annual Meeting brought together governors, policymakers, development institutions, private sector leaders and other stakeholders to discuss AIIB’s strategic direction as it enters …
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ABU DHABI / WAM His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, has received Dr Bassam Samir Al-Talhouni, Minister of Justice of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, in Abu Dhabi. During the meeting, the two sides discussed bilateral relations between the UAE and Jordan and ways to strengthen them, …
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ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to the President of the People’s Republic of China Xi Jinping on the occasion of his country’s National Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin …
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ABU DHABI / WAM Aldar and Arada on Wednesday announced a landmark strategic partnership comprising major development opportunities on Yas Island and at Seih Sdeirah in Abu Dhabi, representing a combined value of approximately AED15 billion. The initial agreements comprise a strategic masterplan joint venture between Aldar and Arada to develop a large-scale mixed-use community at Seih Sdeirah on the …
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ABU DHABI / WAM The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) highlighted the private sector’s growing role in advancing sustainable development and expanding investment opportunities in the cities of the future. It said Abu Dhabi’s long-term vision, competitive business environment and strong public-private partnerships provide key foundations for opportunities that combine economic growth, sustainability and quality of life. …
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AL AIN / WAM HH Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, has reviewed key research programmes and scientific initiatives undertaken by Khalifa University of Science and Technology in Al Ain Region to advance academic research, enhance the quality of higher education, and develop a knowledge-based and innovation-driven national economy. The meeting took place as …
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ABU DHABI / WAM Eleven Emirati artificial intelligence experts from the National Experts Programme’s Artificial Intelligence track (NEP-AI) are engaging with some of Canada’s leading researchers and institutions to examine how frontier AI research can be translated into responsible applications in government and commercially viable solutions. The international study visit, which began on Monday and runs until 2nd October across …
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DUBAI / WAM Etihad Rail has begun trial operations of its passenger train ahead of the official launch of passenger rail services tomorrow, 30th September 2026, as part of efforts to enhance readiness, improve the efficiency of the transport system and provide safe, reliable and integrated mobility options across the UAE. The trial route runs from Abu Dhabi Station to …
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