SHARJAH / WAM The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), during its 19th consecutive participation at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, announced the expansion of Al Faya Retreat, increasing its accommodation capacity from five rooms to 20 accommodation units by the fourth quarter of 2026. The expansion forms part of an approach that connects hospitality development with sustainable cultural tourism, …
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ABU DHABI / WAM Khalifa University of Science and Technology on Wednesday announced the establishment of the UNESCO Chair on Global Water Resilience, Innovation and Sustainable Solutions, creating a UAE-anchored global platform connecting scientific research, innovation, policy and implementation to accelerate the development and deployment of sustainable water solutions. Hosted by Khalifa University through its Centre for Membranes and Advanced …
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ABU DHABI / WAM Etihad Airways and Swissport, the world’s largest provider of aviation services by revenue, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding at Arabian Travel Market to expand their global partnership, increasing the number of airports at which Swissport serves the airline from 30 to 40. The expanded partnership covers airports across Africa, Europe, North America, the Middle East …
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ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo of Mexico on the occasion of her country’s Independence Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, …
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ABU DHABI/WAM The Ministry of Culture signed two cooperation agreements with the Sea of Culture Foundation and the Emirati Musicians’ Association (EMA) during its participating at the 35th edition of Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2026, being held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from 13th to 18 th September. The agreements highlight the Ministry’s commitment to strengthening …
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ABU DHABI/WAM Aldar and Mubadala Investment Company (‘Mubadala’) have jointly acquired Masdar City Square for AED918 million, through their joint venture established in 2024. The transaction further scales the partners’ high-quality, income-generating real estate portfolio, now valued at AED4.7 billion within Masdar City, one of the region’s leading hubs for clean energy, artificial intelligence, advanced research and sustainable urban development. …
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ABU DHABI/WAM As part of Abu Dhabi’s ongoing efforts to build and strengthen relations with trade partners and leading economies in the world, the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) is leading a high-level delegation from the emirate to the sisterly Republic of Korea from 15th to 17th September 2026. The visit aims to build upon the Special …
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ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, has visited the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC), part of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and running until 18 …
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ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to Sir Bob Dadae, Governor-General of Papua New Guinea, on the occasion of his country’s Independence Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice …
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DUBAI/WAM H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, met with the first cohort of graduates from the Hamdan bin Mohammed Scholarship Programme, reaffirming Dubai’s commitment to developing Emirati talent and preparing future leaders. The meeting was …
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