Monday , 24 August 2026

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ADNOC L&S confirms early delivery of LNG carrier ‘Arada’

ABU DHABI/WAM ADNOC Logistics and Services plc on Monday confirmed the early delivery of Arada, a 175,000 m³ liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier constructed by Jiangnan Shipyard in China. Arada is the fifth of six newbuild LNG carriers ordered by ADNOC L&S as part of its ongoing fleet expansion programme. Following delivery, the vessel has commenced operations. Keith Mander, Manager …

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Weaponising Hormuz economic terrorism against every nation: Al Jaber

HOUSTON/WAM Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Chairman of Masdar and Executive Chairman of XRG, said on Monday weaponising the Strait of Hormuz is an act of economic terrorism with global impact far beyond energy markets. Speaking at CERAWeek, taking place …

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Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 celebrates Eid Al-Fitr with patients at UAE Floating Hospital in Al Arish

AL ARISH/WAM Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 marked Eid Al-Fitr at the UAE Floating Hospital in Al Arish, in the presence of Palestinian patients from the Gaza Strip and their companions, in a humanitarian atmosphere reflecting values of solidarity and compassion, and aimed at bringing joy to patients and their families during the holiday. The celebration featured a variety of entertainment …

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UAE air defences intercept 4 ballistic missiles, 25 UAVs from Iran

ABU DHABI/WAM The UAE air defences on Sunday intercepted 4 ballistic missiles and 25 UAVs launched from Iran. Since the start of the blatant Iranian attacks, UAE air defences have intercepted 345 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,773 UAVs. These attacks have resulted in the martyrdom of two members of the armed forces while performing their national duty, as …

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UAE President visits Hamad Saeed Al Balushi

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited Hamad Saeed Al Balushi. His Highness exchanged Eid Al-Fitr greetings with Hamad Saeed Al Balushi and his family, conveying his best wishes for the occasion. They also prayed for continued prosperity and blessings for the UAE and its people and for the country to continue to enjoy …

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UAE launches Phase 1 of R&D Tax Incentives Programme

ABU DHABI/WAM The UAE on Wednesday announced the launch of Phase 1 of its Research and Development (R&D) Tax Incentives Programme, marking an important step in strengthening the country’s innovation ecosystem and supporting sustainable, long-term economic growth. Under the first phase of the programme, businesses will be able to benefit from a non-refundable R&D tax credit of up to 50% …

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UAE President and Sultan of Oman exchange Eid Al Fitr greetings

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman on Wednesday exchanged Eid Al Fitr greetings during a phone call, conveying their best wishes for continued wellbeing and prosperity for their two countries and peoples and for peace and prosperity worldwide. The call also addressed developments in the …

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Eid 2026 – the best offers and places to celebrate

DUBAI/ GULF TIME UAE MEDIA ONE HOTEL What: Save up to 30% off your stay at Media One Hotel Description: This Eid, treat yourself to a well-deserved city escape at Media One Hotel with their CHAMP15 offer, which gets guests up to 30% off the best available room rate. Whether you’re looking to immerse yourself in Dubai’s vibrant city life …

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CBUAE Board reviews strength, resilience of UAE’s financial system, banking sector; approves proactive financial institution resilience package backed by CBUAE’s assets of AED1 trillion

ABU DHABI/WAM Chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), the Board held its second meeting of the year today. The Board noted that the UAE’s financial system has demonstrated resilience during the …

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