ABU DHABI / WAM The United Arab Emirates has been recognised as a leading global hub in artificial intelligence (AI), according to the AI Index Report 2026 issued by Stanford University’s Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI). The report highlighted that the UAE ranks among the top countries in institutional support for AI strategy, awareness, and governance, noting its strong …

ABU DHABI / WAM Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) has become the first bank in the UAE to be licensed as a Third Party Provider (TPP) or Open Finance Provider under the UAE Central Bank Open Finance AlTareq initiative. This milestone marks a significant step in ADIB’s transformation journey and 2035 vision to build the bank of the future. The …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received a written message from Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, pertaining to bilateral relations and means of enhancing joint cooperation. The message was received by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to the General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) To Lam on the occasion of his election as President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler …

BOLOGNA / WAM The Emirates Publishers Association (EPA) is taking part in the Bologna Children’s Book Fair 2026, held from 13th to 16th April in the Italian city of Bologna. The association’s participation reflects its commitment to expanding international cooperation opportunities for Emirati publishers and exploring quality prospects in children’s literature, while enhancing the UAE’s presence on the global publishing …

ABU DHABI / WAM EMSTEEL has been recognised as a 2026 Steel Sustainability Champion by the World Steel Association for the third consecutive year. The recognition makes EMSTEEL the only steel company in the MENA region to receive this distinction and further reinforcing its position as a global leader in sustainable steelmaking, low-carbon steel, and industrial decarbonisation. The announcement was …

ABU DHABI / WAM The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Azerbaijan has officially entered into force, marking a significant advancement in the economic ties between the two nations. The agreement will accelerate bilateral trade flows, create new opportunities for investments and joint-ventures, and create a raft of opportunities for the UAE’s …

ABU DHABI / WAM His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, held a phone call with Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, Speaker of the Parliament of the Islamic Republic of Iran, during which they discussed regional developments and ways to de-escalate tensions in the region.

SHARJAH / WAM The real estate sector in the Emirate of Sharjah continued its strong performance during the first quarter of 2026, achieving notable growth in trading value and total transactions despite regional challenges. Total real estate trading value reached AED18.5 billion, compared to AED13.2 billion during the same period in 2025, marking a growth of 40.7 percent and reflecting …

BEIJING / AD MEDIA OFFICE His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has met with chairmen of leading Chinese companies across key priority sectors, including energy, petrochemicals, sovereign investment, advanced technology, renewable energy and electronics. The meetings focused on further strengthening the UAE-China comprehensive strategic partnership, and exploring new avenues for advancing …