ABU DHABI/ GULF TIME UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan took to the social media platform X, formerly Twitter, to congratulate the country’s teachers on World Teachers’ Day on Sunday. His Highness Sheikh Mohamed wrote: “Teachers play a pivotal role in guiding and inspiring the next generation. Their commitment to fostering curiosity, nurturing values and shaping ...

ABU DHABI/WAM In the lead up to BRIDGE Summit 2025 — the world’s largest debut gathering for media, content, and entertainment launching this December in Abu Dhabi — BRIDGE, the organiser of the event, has signed a landmark partnership agreement with Meta. The announcement was made during the visit of Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of BRIDGE, ...

ABU DHABI/WAM The United Arab Emirates joins the world in celebrating World Teachers’ Day, observed annually on 5th October, in appreciation of teachers’ vital role in fostering innovation, creativity, and social development, and in shaping the future. Teachers in the UAE enjoy great respect and appreciation, in recognition of their contribution to building an educated, conscious generation that embodies the ...

RIO DE JANEIRO/WAM The Zayed Charity Run concluded its second stop of the 2025–2026 season today in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, drawing more than 3,000 runners from across the world, including over 200 UAE participants, in a vibrant atmosphere that celebrated the spirit of giving, unity, and compassion embodied by this global initiative. In its first appearance in South America, ...

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks today with His Excellency Salem Saleh bin Braik, Prime Minister of the Republic of Yemen, to review the close ties between the two countries and ways to strengthen cooperation in support of their shared interests. The discussions also covered a number of issues of mutual concern. ...

AL AIN/WAM H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, has received a delegation from the Department of Municipalities and Transport – Abu Dhabi (DMT), led by the department’s Chairman, Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa, to review key infrastructure projects being implemented in partnership with government and private sector entities across Al Ain Region. As part ...

ABU DHABI/WAM President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to President Frank-Walter Steinmeier of Germany on the occasion of his country’s Unity Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime ...

ABU DHABI/WAM H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, visited the National Guard headquarters in Abu Dhabi. Upon his arrival, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan was welcomed by Mohamed bin Mubarak bin Fadhel Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Defence Affairs; Lieutenant General Issa Saif bin Ablan Al Mazrouei, Chief ...

ABU DHABI/WAM H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has met with the National Basketball Association (NBA) Commissioner Adam Silver. During the meeting, views were exchanged on Abu Dhabi hosting the NBA pre-season games, held as part of the strategic partnership between the Department of ...

ABU DHABI/AD MEDIA OFFICE In the presence of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, His Highness Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi, has chaired a meeting of the Abu Dhabi Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technology Council. During the meeting, the council ...