ABU DHABI/WAM The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the renewed hostile attacks by Iran that targeted the Kingdom of Bahrain and the State of Kuwait with missiles and drones. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that these hostile attacks constitute a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Bahrain and …

ABU DHABI/WAM The UAE Aid Agency organised a workshop on the role of artificial intelligence in humanitarian action, bringing together 40 donor entities from humanitarian organisations and charitable associations across the UAE to build capacity, develop skills and harness the capabilities of AI tools to enhance humanitarian, development and charitable efforts. Dr. Tareq Ahmed Al Ameri, Chairman of the UAE …

DUBAI/WAM The UAE attracted US$ 48.3 billion (AED 177.3 billion) in inbound foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2025, marking a fourth consecutive year of record inflows and a 6% increase year-on-year. The country now ranks 9th globally among destinations for FDI, according to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) World Investment Report. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin …

TOKYO/WAM ADNOC and XRG have signed a Strategic Collaboration Agreement (SCA) with Mitsui & Co., Ltd. (Mitsui) to unlock new growth opportunities across the energy value chain. The agreement was signed during the visit to Japan by Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Envoy of the Minister of Foreign Affairs to Japan, Managing Director and Group …

HARARE/WAM Etihad Airways and Fastjet Zimbabwe have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a new interline partnership, codeshare agreement and frequent flyer partnership with Fastjet Zimbabwe. The collaboration will enhance connectivity giving guests access to destinations currently flown by both airlines, on a single ticketing system. The agreement was signed in Harare on 7th July 2026, with sales …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received a delegation from Emirates Foundation. During the meeting, His Highness expressed his appreciation for the efforts that have strengthened the Foundation’s role over the past two decades. He underscored the importance of national institutions and their community initiatives in strengthening social cohesion, reinforcing societal values, and …

ABU DHABI/WAM Under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the 20th edition of the Al Dhafra Festival will be held as part of the Camel Mazayna Season in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. Organised by the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority, the season will span five stages from 27th October 2026 to 13th January 2027, …

ABU DHABI/WAM ADNEC Group, the primary driver of Modon’s events, catering and tourism pillar, celebrated its most successful year in 2025, achieving record economic impact and setting new milestones across all six of its business clusters. In 2025, ADNEC Group generated AED9.2 billion in economic impact, an 8% increase from AED8.5 billion in 2024. Through its business and leisure tourism …

ABU DHABI/WAM The UAE has expressed its solidarity with the Republic of Ghana and the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire over the victims of floods caused by heavy rainfall, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries, as well as significant damage. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) conveyed the UAE’s sincere condolences and sympathy to the …

ABU DHABI/WAM Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB) has initiated equity research coverage on three of ADNOC’s six listed companies, assigning a “Buy” rating to ADNOC Drilling, ADNOC Distribution and Borouge. In a sector report titled “The ADNOC Advantage,” the bank’s research division said the three stocks offer investors differentiated exposure to one of the world’s most strategically important integrated energy …