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KUWAIT / WAM Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) participated in the two-day Arab-DAC Dialogue in Kuwait, a platform dedicated to boosting development finance and cooperation to address evolving global challenges. This year’s event aimed to improve the quantity and quality of development finance and cooperation across diverse needs by focusing on two broader themes: financing for sustainable development in ...

ABU DHABI / WAM Adnoc announced the signing of a 15-year Heads of Agreement (LNG agreement) with EnBW Energie Baden Württemberg AG (EnBW), one of the largest energy companies in Germany, for the delivery of 0.6 million metric tonnes per annum (mmtpa) of liquefied natural gas (LNG). The LNG will primarily be sourced from Adnoc’s lower-carbon Ruwais LNG project, currently ...

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in his capacity as the Ruler of Abu Dhabi, has issued an Emiri Decree appointing Mohamed Saeed Al Qubaisi as Director-General of the Integrity and Anti-Corruption Sector at Abu Dhabi Accountability Authority. His Highness has also issued an Emiri Decree appointing Wael Abdulqader Mahmoud as Director-General ...

DUBAI/ WAM The 2nd edition of the Dubai FinTech Summit (DFS) successfully concluded with announcement that the 3rd edition of the Summit will be held on May 7—8, 2025. Organised by the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the Summit was held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime ...

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) – Abu Dhabi has launched Abu Dhabi Dark Sky Policy that aims to preserve the night sky and foster a sustainable future for communities throughout the emirate. As part of the endeavour’s roll out, an extensive awareness campaign will be launched under the theme Discover the Beauty ...

SHARJAH / WAM Sharjah Airport has revealed that the first quarter of 2024 witnessed the arrival of more than 4.2 million passengers and recorded 26,473 flight movements, and transported more than 42,000 tonnes of cargo, thereby enhancing its regional position in providing a distinguished travel experience and improving the quality of services for its customers, reflecting positively in the development ...

SHARJAH / WAM Highlighting the significant decision to transform Mleiha desert into a national park that will showcase the historic treasures of the region from 200,000 years ago, Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), has stated that the establishment of the Mleiha National Park reinforces Sharjah and Shurooq’s commitment to championing ...

DUBAI / WAM Experience Abu Dhabi secured the Best Stand Design Award (over 150m2) at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024, which will run at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) until May 9. The exhibitor’s stand was praised by ATM’s independent panel of judges for its flowing design, innovative use of greenery and excellent visibility from the show floor. In the ...

DUBAI / WAM UAE Media Council and Google concluded the first phase of the “Media Leadership Training Programme”. This event took place at Google’s regional headquarters in Dubai Media City, in collaboration with the Google News Initiative and Upskill Digital. Over 50 media leaders, journalists, and content creators from various media organisations and digital platforms were present. Mohammad Saeed Al ...

ABU DHABI / WAM Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination, in collaboration with the Department of Culture and Tourism in Abu Dhabi, is launching the second edition of the “Hemam Mawhouba” initiative in Abu Dhabi under the slogan “Through Art We Communicate”. Registration for the initiative is open till May 24. The program will commence with auditions from May ...