ABU DHABI / WAM H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed during a phone call with Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada, current regional developments following the Iranian missile attacks targeting the United Arab Emirates and a number of brotherly and friendly countries. The two sides reviewed developments related …

DUBAI / WAM flydubai has announced the launch of flights to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) in Bangkok from 1st July 2026, marking the airline’s second destination in Thailand alongside Krabi. The carrier will operate a daily service from Terminal 3 at Dubai International (DXB), further strengthening connectivity between Dubai and Southeast Asia. The new route will be operated as …

FUJAIRAH / WAM Fujairah’s hospitality sector achieved record occupancy levels at the start of 2026, with rates reaching between 95% and 100%. The emirate saw a substantial influx of visitors attracted by its distinct mountainous terrain and leisure attractions. According to the Fujairah Department of Tourism and Antiquities, these figures highlight the sustainable expansion of the local industry. Officials stated …

WORLD CAPITALS / WAM Gold prices fell on Monday as the dollar firmed, with spot gold declining 0.7 percent to US$4,793.98 per ounce as of 03:51 GMT, after hitting its lowest level since 13th April earlier in the session. US gold futures for June delivery dropped 1.4 percent to US$4,813.60. Among other metals, spot silver fell 0.9 percent to US$80.04 …

DUBAI / GULF TIME Tiger Properties has announced the official handover date of Sesilia Tower, located in Jumeirah Village Triangle (JVT), Dubai, scheduled for April 20, 2026, as part of its ambitious plan to deliver a series of residential projects throughout the year. The company confirmed that this milestone aligns with its strategy to deliver projects on a consistent basis, …

SHARJAH / WAM On International Day for Monuments and Sites, observed on 18th April, Al Faya World Heritage Site in the Emirate of Sharjah stands out as one of the most important archaeological sites in the world. The site, inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2025, preserves evidence documenting human presence in the region for over 200,000 years, making …

ABU DHABI / WAM Participants in the Seventh Strategic Dialogue, organised by TRENDS Research & Advisory through its South Africa office, titled The War in the Middle East: How Sub-Saharan Africa Sees the Crisis, recommended strengthening regional cooperation within Africa as a central tool to enhance collective capacity to absorb external shocks and coordinate positions in international forums related to …

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE Sanad Group, the global aerospace engineering and asset management leader wholly owned by Abu Dhabi’s sovereign investor Mubadala Investment Company PJSC (Mubadala), has reported record financial and operational results for 2025, delivering AED7 billion (US$1.9 billion) in revenue, a 41 per cent increase from 2024. The results mark the group’s second consecutive year of …

DUBAI / GULF TIME GRID, a real estate platform operating across development and investment, shaping ambition through a complete 360° approach – from investments to keys, with a portfolio of over 30 projects across the UAE, UK, and Cyprus, hosted an exclusive session titled “High Tea with Industry Leaders: What’s Next for Dubai Real Estate”, bringing together a curated group …

DUBAI / WAM The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) affirmed that the UAE labour market remains stable, ensuring continuity of business operations amid regional developments, which reflects the UAE economy’s strength, diversity, and ability to maintain balance and sustainability under all circumstances. These results underline the efficacy of fostering partnerships between the government and private sectors in achieving …