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ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, the Sheikh Zayed Book Award has announced the winners of its 20th anniversary edition (2025-2026), marking two decades of sustained institutional cultural work since its establishment in 2006. Organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre, part of the Department of Culture …

ABU DHABI/WAM The United Arab Emirates welcomes the decision of the International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO) Legal Committee, adopted during its 113th session, strongly condemning the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran, as well as its attacks and threats against vessels in the region and its attacks in the territories of the States in the Gulf region and …

VIENNA/WAM The OPEC Fund for International Development has approved a US$20 million loan to support a disaster risk management programme in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, aimed at strengthening national capacities for disaster preparedness, response and mitigation. A statement issued by OPEC Fund’s headquarters in Vienna noted that the programme represents a top priority for the Caribbean island state, which …

VIENNA/WAM The OPEC Fund for International Development has approved a US$20 million loan to support a disaster risk management programme in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, aimed at strengthening national capacities for disaster preparedness, response and mitigation. A statement issued by OPEC Fund’s headquarters in Vienna noted that the programme represents a top priority for the Caribbean island state, which …

AJMAN/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman. Their Highnesses engaged in warm discussions and shared their best wishes for continued health and wellbeing. They …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Thursday received the credentials of a number of newly appointed ambassadors to the UAE. During the credential presentation ceremony, His Highness welcomed the ambassadors and wished them success in strengthening cooperation between the UAE and their respective countries in a way that supports mutual interests. He affirmed …

ABU DHABI/WAM President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received a written message from Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, pertaining to bilateral relations and means of enhancing joint cooperation. The message was received by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, during …

ABU DHABI/WAM AD Ports Group has successfully drawn on its diversified logistics capabilities to strengthen local and regional supply chains in the Gulf region, ensuring continued resilience. Since the onset of the recent regional developments at the end of February, the Group has continued to operate as normal, serving the needs of its global clients by establishing alternative routes and …

ABU DHABI/WAM Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement is participating in the Defence Services Asia (DSA) exhibition, held from 20th to 23rd April 2026 in the Malaysian capital Kuala Lumpur, as part of the UAE national pavilion. The move reflects the council’s strategic drive to expand its international footprint and further integrate the UAE’s defence industrial ecosystem into global markets. The …

DUBAI / WAM The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) affirmed that the UAE labour market remains stable, ensuring continuity of business operations amid regional developments, which reflects the UAE economy’s strength, diversity, and ability to maintain balance and sustainability under all circumstances. These results underline the efficacy of fostering partnerships between the government and private sectors in achieving …