RIYADH / WAM United States President Donald Trump arrived in Riyadh on Tuesday, marking his first official foreign visit since taking office on 20th January. The Gulf visit begins in Saudi Arabia, followed by Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. Trump’s plane landed at King Khalid International Airport, where he was received by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman ...
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Vision Developments launches “REEM” and “SOUL” in Dubai
DUBAI / GULF TIME Vision Developments, one of the leading UAE real estate developers, announced the launch of two new residential projects, “REEM” and “SOUL,” in Dubai. The move is part of their strategic expansion plan into several promising areas in the emirate and provide housing solutions that meet the aspirations of various segments of society. The “REEM” project is ...
Read More »Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy supports establishment, expansion of 127 digital startups in Dubai during Q1 2025
DUBAI / WAM Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced that it supported the establishment and expansion of 127 digital startups in the emirate during the first quarter of 2025. This represents a 135% increase compared to the same period last year, reflecting the chamber’s ongoing efforts to ...
Read More »Dubai ranks 4th globally in IMD Smart City Index 2025, leading GCC, Arab world, Asia
Dubai / WAM Dubai has advanced eight places to rank 4th globally in the IMD Smart City Index 2025, marking a major milestone in its digital transformation journey. The achievement reinforces Dubai’s position as the highest-ranked city in the GCC, the Arab world and Asia, and highlights its status as a global leader in smart city development and future-ready urban ...
Read More »Mohammed bin Rashid issues law reconstituting Dubai Media Council, chaired by Ahmed bin Mohammed
DUBAI / WAM In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, issued Law No. (24) of 2025 reconstituting the Board of the Dubai Media Council, chaired by H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai. According to the ...
Read More »Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, President of Kazakhstan visit Astana International Financial Centre, attend UAE-Kazakhstan Business Forum, witness exchange of agreements
ASTANA / WAM H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has visited Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) in the Kazakh capital, Astana, accompanied by Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan. During the visit, H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed was briefed on AIFC’s advanced financial and investment services, modern infrastructure ...
Read More »Hamdan bin Mohammed grants golden visas to nursing staff at Dubai Health
DUBAI / WAM H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence, issued directives to grant golden visas to nursing staff employed with Dubai Health who have served for more than 15 years. The decision comes in recognition of their invaluable contributions to the community and their crucial role ...
Read More »Aldar partners with Hilton to develop Yas Island’s first branded residences
ABU DHABI / WAM Aldar has today announced its partnership with Hilton, the global hospitality company, to develop Abu Dhabi’s first Waldorf Astoria Residences and the first branded residences located on Yas Island. In the presence of Aldar’s Group Chief Executive Officer, Talal Al Dhiyebi, the partnership was signed by Jonathan Emery, Chief Executive Officer at Aldar Development and Daniel ...
Read More »Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi visits Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan School in Astana
ASTANA / WAM H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has visited the Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan School in the Kazakh capital, Astana, accompanied by Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan. During the visit, His Highness and the President of Kazakhstan met faculty members, administrative staff and students, and ...
Read More »Saud bin Saqr receives Canadian Consul-General, organisers of RAK Terry Fox Run
RAS AL KHAIMAH / WAM H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, emphasised that charitable work is a cornerstone of the UAE’s societal culture. It reflects the nation’s cultural progress and the deep-rooted values of generosity and humanitarian solidarity embraced by its people. H.H. Sheikh Saud made these remarks during a ...
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