VIENNA/WAM The United Arab Emirates is taking part in the 70th Regular Session of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) General Conference, being held in Vienna from 14th to 18th September 2026. Hamad Al Kaabi, Director-General of the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR), is leading the UAE delegation, which includes representatives from FANR, the Emirates Nuclear Energy Company and …
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Miral invests over AED12bn in pipeline of new tourism
ABU DHABI/WAM Miral, Abu Dhabi’s leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences, will be investing more than AED12 billion across Yas Island over the next five years. The investment will support a pipeline of new developments alongside expansions and enhancements to existing attractions, reinforcing Miral’s commitment to Abu Dhabi’s Tourism Strategy 2030 and further strengthening Yas Island’s position as a …
Read More »Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed meets Chair of global investment bank Citigroup
ABU DHABI/WAM H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has met Jane Fraser, Chair and CEO of Citigroup, a global investment bank and financial services company. The meeting explored opportunities to strengthen cooperation in the banking sector and develop financial solutions that enhance the efficiency of …
Read More »UAE President receives President of Albania
ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received His Excellency Bajram Begaj, the President of the Republic of Albania, who is on a working visit to the UAE. His Highness welcomed the Albanian President and expressed his hope that the visit would contribute to strengthening UAE-Albania relations and expanding constructive cooperation between the two …
Read More »Zayed Authority for People of Determination takes part in Abu Dhabi book fair
ABU DHABI / WAM Zayed Authority for People of Determination is participating in the 35th edition of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF), with a diverse cultural, knowledge-based and interactive programme that reflects its vision of empowering People of Determination, enhancing their access to knowledge and culture, and showcasing their capabilities and creativity as active partners in society and …
Read More »Zayed International Airport (AUH) achieves IBCCES CAC designation
ABU DHBAI / WAM Zayed International Airport (AUH) has achieved the Certified Autism Centre (CAC) designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). The recognition highlights Abu Dhabi Airports’ ongoing commitment to operational excellence, inclusive design and a passenger experience rooted in dignity, confidence and care for all travellers. The CAC designation follows a comprehensive onsite …
Read More »UAE President issues federal decree appointing Ali Abdullah bin Daan Al Ghafli Secretary-General of the Office of HH the Minister of Interior
ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has issued a federal decree appointing Brigadier Dr. Ali Abdullah bin Daan Al Ghafli as the Secretary-General of the Office of His Highness the Minister of Interior, with the rank of Ministry Undersecretary. Dr. Al Ghafli, who has held several leadership positions within the Ministry of …
Read More »Dubai’s tourism sector records highest visitor numbers since February as ATM opens
DUBAI/WAM Dubai’s tourism industry is increasingly demonstrating its strength, with the city’s hotel sector delivering sustained performance growth, according to the latest data released by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) ahead of the opening day of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026. The performance through August reflects the strength of the systems, partnerships and diversified market base that …
Read More »GCC-Stat: Trading value in GCC stock markets reaches $618bn
MUSCAT/WAM GCC stock markets recorded trading in approximately 401.7 billion shares during 2025, an increase of 19.5% compared with the previous year, with the value of shares traded reaching approximately US$618 billion. This is according to the latest data released by the Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab Countries of the Gulf (GCC-Stat). The general composite index …
Read More »Al Zeyoudi: UAE trade with BRICS countries grows 28.5%
NEW DELHI/WAM Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, said that the UAE’s participation in the 18th BRICS Summit in the Indian capital, New Delhi, with a delegation headed by H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, is of great strategic importance and reflects the UAE’s active and influential presence …
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