ABU DHABI/WAM The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC), in collaboration with the College of Education at the United Arab Emirates University, launched the ‘Child Reads’ event on Thursday at the Abu Dhabi Children’s Library within the Cultural Foundation. The event offers children a delightful reading experience that reflects the spirit of the Year of Community and aligns with the …
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Abu Dhabi hotels record AED611m in revenue in March 2025
ABU DHABI/WAM Abu Dhabi’s hospitality sector continues to show robust growth, with hotel establishments across the emirate generating revenues of AED611 million in March 2025, according to preliminary data released by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), in coordination with the Statistics Centre – Abu Dhabi (SCAD). The total revenue breakdown comprises AED345 million …
Read More »New UAE relief ship arrives with 2,100 tonnes of aid for Gaza
ABU DHABI/WAM A new UAE aid ship carrying 2,100 tonnes of humanitarian relief supplies has arrived to support the people of Gaza, as part of country’s continued efforts to alleviate the severe humanitarian crisis affecting the population of the Strip. The shipment includes large quantities of food supplies, particularly flour, as well as essential relief packages and items specifically designated …
Read More »UAE President, Pakistani PM discuss bilateral cooperation, regional developments
ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Thursday received His Excellency Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, who is on a working visit to the UAE. During the meeting, which took place at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi, His Highness and the Pakistani Prime Minister exchanged Eid Al-Adha …
Read More »ALC opens nominations for 20th Sheikh Zayed Book Award until September 1
ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE The Sheikh Zayed Book Award (SZBA), organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC), has opened nominations for its 20th edition, accepting applications from now until 1 September 2025. Coinciding with the 20-year anniversary of the award’s establishment, this special edition reflects its pioneering journey in enriching the cultural and literary landscapes, and …
Read More »Borouge, ADNOC L&S enter $531m partnership to accelerate UAE petrochemical exports
ABU DHABI/WAM Borouge Plc and ADNOC Logistics & Services Plc (ADNOC L&S) have entered a 15-year strategic partnership that will support a significant increase in the production and export of petrochemicals from the UAE. The mutually beneficial service agreement will deliver a minimum guaranteed value of $531 million (AED1,950 million), supporting the next phase of Borouge’s accelerated growth plans, driving …
Read More »UAE President, VPs offer condolences to Saudi King on passing of Prince Faisal bin Turki
ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has sent a message of condolences to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia, on the passing of Prince Faisal bin Turki bin Saud Al Kabeer Al Saud. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime …
Read More »UAE President receives Qatari PM and Minister of Foreign Affairs
ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday received His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar. During the meeting, which took place at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi, the two sides exchanged Eid Al-Adha greetings, praying to God …
Read More »UAE participates in Indo Defence 2025 with National Pavilion
ABU DHABI/ WAM The UAE is participating in Indo Defence 2025, held from 11 to 14 June at the Jakarta International Expo. The national pavilion is organised with the support of Tawazun Council and the Ministry of Defence, and as part of the ongoing efforts to enhance UAE’s global presence in the defence sector. Spanning an area of 704 square …
Read More »Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed chairs meeting of Executive Committee of ADNOC Board of Directors
ABU DHABI/ WAM HH Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has chaired a meeting of the Executive Committee of the ADNOC Board of Directors. During the meeting, HH reviewed ADNOC’s financial performance in the first quarter of 2025 as well as the company’s results throughout …
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