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 …
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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, …
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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 …
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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 …
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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, …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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DUBAI / WAM The United Arab Emirates has consolidated its position among the world’s top ten countries in the 2026 Global Soft Power Index issued by Brand Finance, marking the fourth consecutive year in which the country has maintained this global standing. The announcement was made on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum meetings in Davos, Switzerland, in the …
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ABU DHABI / WAM ADNOC Gas plc and its subsidiaries on Monday announced the signing of a sales and purchase agreement valued at between US$2.5 – US$3 billion for a period of ten years with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL). The agreement was announced during a visit to India by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, where …
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