ABU DHABI / GULF TIME NIO’s 800,000th mass-produced vehicle rolled off the line at NIO Factory One in Hefei. This milestone reflects the remarkable progress of China’s automotive industry in technology and innovation, and underscores NIO’s decade-long dedication to building full-stack capabilities. The 800,000th vehicle is an ONVO L90. Since the pre-order started in China on July 10, the L90 ...

AL AIN / WAM H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, has attended a series of specialised demonstrations delivered by the 22nd cohort of the UAE National Service Programme (2024-2025) during a ceremonial event held at Seih Al Hama Training Centre in Al Ain Region. The event was attended by Staff Lieutenant General Ibrahim ...

ABU DHABI / WAM H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed ways to boost bilateral relations with Winston Peters, Minister of Foreign Affairs of New Zealand, during a phone call. Sheikh Abdullah and Peters reviewed prospects for joint cooperation across priority developmental sectors of mutual interest. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah reaffirmed the ...

SHARJAH / WAM Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President and Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of American University of Sharjah (AUS), has been conferred the title of Honorary Professor by the University of Leicester—its first-ever honorary professorship and one of the highest honours it bestows—in recognition of her impactful contributions to women’s empowerment, child literacy and cultural development ...

EL-ALAMEIN / GULF TIME Binghatti has made another historic mark on Egypt’s North Coast with a grand seaside event attended by over 7,500 guests, increasing the turnout of its previous Cairo showcase beneath the Pyramids. The monumental evening was headlined by none other than Kadim Al Sahir, the legendary “Caesar of Arabic Music,” who delivered an unforgettable performance under the ...

SHARJAH / WAM Sharjah Art Foundation announced that Angela Harutyunyan and Paula Nascimento have been appointed as the curators of Sharjah Biennial 17, opening in January 2027. Harutyunyan is Professor of Contemporary Art and Theory, Berlin University of the Arts and Nascimento is an independent curator and architect based in Luanda. Hoor Al Qasimi, President and Director of Sharjah Art ...

DUBAI / WAM The Community Development Authority (CDA) in Dubai, in collaboration with the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), has announced the launch of the ‘Zad Rashid’ initiative. Aimed at nurturing a culture of reading among children in Dubai and strengthening their national and linguistic identity, the initiative, among other activities, includes the distribution of 1,000 complete home ...

ABU DHABI / WAM Masdar, a global clean energy leader, and Iberdrola, one of the world’s largest energy companies, today announced they have reached financial close for the 1.4-gigawatt (GW) East Anglia THREE offshore wind farm, in one of the biggest offshore wind transactions this decade. Project financing facilities totalling £3.6 billion (€4.1 billion) have been secured with 23 banks ...

DUBAI / GULF TIME Marking a defining milestone in its global growth journey, Casagrand, one of India’s most trusted and fastest-growing real estate brands, has announced its strategic entry into the UAE. The company’s first premium residential project on Dubai Islands is expected to be officially announced soon. This foray into the international market is part of Casagrand’s long-term vision ...

ABU DHABI / GULF TIME In preparation for the highly anticipated launch of its Fall 2025 collection, Ebarza, the UAE-based leader in contemporary furniture and interior design, has announced a major clearance event at its KEZAD warehouse, which spans an impressive 250,000 square feet. Kicking off on Friday, July 25, the clearance campaign is being held exclusively at the KEZAD ...