ABU DHABI / WAM Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi (SUAD), has officially declared 2026 as its ‘Year of AI,’ marking a major institutional commitment to embedding Artificial Intelligence (AI) across education, research and public engagement. Guided by the slogan, “Choose AI, Choose Critical Thinking,” the initiative positions AI as a tool to enhance learning while strengthening human reasoning, creativity and ethical …
Read More »raymond
Masdar, EUDC to explore green energy project in Uzbekistan
ABU DHABI / WAM Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, a global clean energy leader, has signed a collaboration agreement with Emirates Utilities Development Company (EUDC) and the Republic of Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Energy relating to the development of a gigascale round-the-clock clean energy project in the Central Asian nation. The collaboration brings together Masdar’s clean energy leadership …
Read More »Mohammed bin Rashid launches AED12.8bn strategic expansion projects for Dubai Silicon Oasis
DUBAI / WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, launched expansion projects at Dubai Silicon Oasis, the special economic zone for knowledge and innovation and a member of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), with investments totalling AED12.8 billion. This step reinforces Dubai Silicon Oasis as one of the …
Read More »Sharjah Airport welcomes 19.4m passengers in 2025
SHARJAH / WAM The Sharjah Airport Authority announced record results for 2025, with Sharjah International Airport welcoming 19.48 million passengers, compared to 17.1 million in 2024 and 15.36 million in 2023, achieving a growth rate of 13.9%. This performance reflects the continued upward trajectory in passenger traffic, aviation activity, and air cargo operations, translating into balanced expansion in destination networks, …
Read More »UAE contributes $5million to support emergency humanitarian response in Sudan
ABU DHABI / WAM As per an agreement signed with the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), the United Arab Emirates has pledged a contribution of US$5 million to support the Sudan Humanitarian Fund, aimed at strengthening the emergency humanitarian response and addressing the urgent needs of the affected populations in Sudan. The agreement was signed …
Read More »Masdar, Octopus forge strategic pact for initiatives in UK, Africa
ABU DHABI / WAM Abu Dhabi Future Energy PJSC – Masdar, a global clean energy leader, and Octopus Energy, the global energy tech disruptor, have signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) for initiatives in the UK and Africa. Masdar and Octopus will look to work together to free up hidden capacity across the UK’s distribution network to power the next …
Read More »President confers First-Class Order of Zayed II on Saif Mohammed Al Zaabi
ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has conferred the First-Class Order of Zayed II on Saif Mohammed Al Zaabi in recognition of his distinguished service and notable efforts during his tenure at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, …
Read More »Khalifa University turns spotlight on next-generation robotics, AI, UAVs at UMEX
ABU DHABI / WAM Khalifa University of Science and Technology today announced it is showcasing groundbreaking research and technologies in next-generation robotics, AI, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and secure systems at the Unmanned Systems Exhibitions and Conference (UMEX) 2026. From e-VTOL (electric-Vertical Take-off and Landing) cloud-seeding and firefighting drones to neuromorphic rovers and airspace security AI, Khalifa University’s mission-ready innovations …
Read More »Inaugural Al Ain Heritage Festival to kick off January 31
ABU DHABI / WAM Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority is organising the Al Ain Heritage Festival from 31st January to 9th February at the ADNEC Centre Al Ain, under the theme “Tales from Our Heritage”. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan said that …
Read More »AD Ports Group acquires Spain’s Balenciaga shipyard for €11.2m
ABU DHABI / WAM AD Ports Group on Tuesday announced that its subsidiary SAFEEN Drydocks, part of Noatum Maritime, has acquired 100 percent ownership of Balenciaga Astilleros Shipyard, one of Spain’s most established and technologically advanced shipbuilding and repair facilities, for a total consideration of EUR 11.2 million. The transaction further consolidates AD Ports Group’s operations in Spain and in …
Read More »
The Gulf Time Newspaper One of the finest business newspapers in the UAE brought to you by our professional writers and editors.