ABU DHABI / WAM Noura Al Kaabi, Minister of State, received Richard Maru, Minister of International Trade and Investment of the Independent State of Papua New Guinea, in Abu Dhabi as part of his official visit to the UAE. During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to further strengthen bilateral relations and enhance cooperation across various sectors of shared ...

DUBAI / WAM The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has reaffirmed that fighting viral hepatitis is a strategic priority within the country’s health policies. As part of the UAE’s enduring commitment to strengthening its healthcare system and safeguarding community wellbeing, the UAE has implemented an integrated national programme focused on prevention, early detection, and treatment. Through robust collaboration across ...

DUBAI / GULF TIME In an increasingly hyperconnected world, where relentless demands and digital distractions have become woven into the fabric of daily life, Kamalaya Koh Samui Wellness Sanctuary offers a sanctuary for those seeking genuine reprieve. Tucked away on the idyllic island of Koh Samui in Thailand, this multi-award-winning wellness retreat has long been celebrated for its deeply considered ...

SHARJAH / WAM Sharjah’s real estate sector recorded AED27 billion in transactions during the first half of 2025, a 48.1 percent increase from AED18.2 billion in the same period last year. Additionally, the number of transactions carried out by the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department reached 48,059, representing a 3.3 percent increase compared to 46,524 transactions during the same period ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The United Arab Emirates, the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Republic of Indonesia, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the State of Palestine, the State of Qatar, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Republic of Türkiye, the League of Arab States and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA), committed to providing excellent services, has organised its inaugural Customer Council for accredited diplomatic missions in the UAE for the year 2025. The event, co-developed with the Prime Minister’s Office, was attended by Omar Obaid AlHesan AlShamsi, Undersecretary of MoFA, and Mohamed Rashid bin Taliah, Head of Government Services for ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The United Arab Emirates is continuing to carry out maintenance works on potable water wells in central Gaza as part of its ongoing “Operation Chivalrous Knight 3” humanitarian mission. The project is supported by Sharjah Charity International, Saqr bin Mohammed Al Qasimi Charity and Humanitarian Foundation, Dar Al Ber Society, in coordination with the Coastal Municipalities ...

ABU DHABI / WAM H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs and Chairman of the International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council (IHPC), has chaired the second IHPC meeting. The meeting discussed the strategic direction of the foreign aid sector and reviewed the 2024 Foreign Aid Report, as ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The Emirates Arabian Horse Society (EAHS) and ADNOC have signed a strategic partnership agreement, under which ADNOC will become a sponsoring partner of the second edition of the Emirates Arabian Horse Global Cup. The championship is held under the supervision and guidance of Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad Al Nahyan, Vice Chairman of the EAHS, and Chairman ...

ABU DHABI / WAM Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais, Secretary-General elect of UN Tourism for the 2026–2029 term, met with Zhang Yiming, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to the UAE, in Abu Dhabi. The meeting focused on advancing collaboration in the tourism sector and explored opportunities to forge partnerships that foster cultural and tourism initiatives supporting knowledge exchange and ...