ABU DHABI/WAM The UAE on Wednesday announced the launch of Phase 1 of its Research and Development (R&D) Tax Incentives Programme, marking an important step in strengthening the country’s innovation ecosystem and supporting sustainable, long-term economic growth. Under the first phase of the programme, businesses will be able to benefit from a non-refundable R&D tax credit of up to 50% …
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Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi approves AED4.21 billion housing benefits package for citizens ahead of Eid Al Fitr
ABU DHABI/WAM Under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in his capacity as Ruler of Abu Dhabi, H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has approved a housing benefits package worth AED4.21 billion, benefiting 2,652 Emirati citizens across the …
Read More »UAE President and Sultan of Oman exchange Eid Al Fitr greetings
ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman on Wednesday exchanged Eid Al Fitr greetings during a phone call, conveying their best wishes for continued wellbeing and prosperity for their two countries and peoples and for peace and prosperity worldwide. The call also addressed developments in the …
Read More »Miral announces Yas Bay East Beach to open on Yas Island
ABU DHABI / GULF TIME Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, has announced that Yas Bay East Beach, the newest stretch of shoreline on Yas Island, will officially open to the public on 19 March. The opening marks a strategic milestone for Miral, demonstrating its ongoing efforts to create memorable and joyful experiences for …
Read More »UAE President and Sultan of Oman exchange Eid Al Fitr greetings
ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman on Wednesday exchanged Eid Al Fitr greetings during a phone call, conveying their best wishes for continued wellbeing and prosperity for their two countries and peoples and for peace and prosperity worldwide. The call also addressed developments …
Read More »UAE President receives phone call from Ethiopian Prime Minister
ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call today from His Excellency Dr Abiy Ahmed, Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, during which they discussed developments in the region amid the military escalation and its serious repercussions for regional and international security and stability. His Excellency Dr Ahmed renewed …
Read More »Mohammed bin Rashid approves 4,631 residential land plots valued at AED5.3 billion for citizens in Dubai
DUBAI/WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has approved the allocation of 4,631 residential land plots, valued at AED5.3 billion, for Emirati citizens in Dubai. Spanning over 71 million square feet across Al Eyas, Latifa City, and Mushrif areas, these plots are part of citizen housing packages in Dubai. They …
Read More »CBUAE Board reviews strength, resilience of UAE’s financial system, banking sector; approves proactive financial institution resilience package backed by CBUAE’s assets of AED1 trillion
ABU DHABI/WAM Chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), the Board held its second meeting of the year today. The Board noted that the UAE’s financial system has demonstrated resilience during the …
Read More »UAE President and Indian Prime Minister discuss regional developments
ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday received a phone call from His Excellency Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of the Republic of India, during which they discussed developments in the region amid escalating military actions and their serious implications for regional and international security and stability. During the call, His Excellency Modi reiterated …
Read More »Zayed National Museum named one of Time’s World’s Greatest Places 2026
ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE Zayed National Museum has been named one of TIME’s World’s Greatest Places 2026, the magazine’s prestigious annual list that recognises 100 extraordinary destinations across the globe each year. The recognition places Zayed National Museum among a select group of the world’s most inspiring cultural and travel destinations, including one of only two destinations in …
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