Thursday , 19 February 2026

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Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, French President discuss bilateral cooperation

NEW DELHI/WAM H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has met Emmanuel Macron, President of the French Republic, on the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi. The meeting reviewed avenues of cooperation between the UAE and France as part of their strategic partnership and explored ways for the two countries …

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UAE President receives US Senator Lindsey Graham

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Wednesday received Lindsey Graham, member of the US Senate. During the meeting at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi, the two sides discussed the friendship and strategic cooperation between the UAE and the United States and their shared commitment to strengthening their partnership in support of mutual …

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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to welcome worshippers, visitors with integrated services during Ramadan

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre has enhanced readiness to welcome guests throughout the holy month of Ramadan as part of a comprehensive nationwide Ramadan initiative. His Excellency Dr Yousef Al Obaidli, Director General of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre, held a coordination meeting with strategic partners of the Ramadan project, underscoring the …

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Sheikh Zayed Book Award announces shortlists for 20th edition

ABU DHABI / WAM The Sheikh Zayed Book Award (SZBA), presented by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC), has revealed the shortlists for its 20th edition (2025–2026). The selections span diverse categories, including Literature, Young Author, Translation, Literary and Art Criticism, Arab Culture in Other Languages, Manuscripts, Encyclopaedias and Lexicons, and Publishing and Technology. These distinguished works exemplify the …

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UAEU ranks 1st in UAE for US utility patents granted in 2025

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) has been ranked first in the UAE and 67th globally for granted US utility patents in 2025 according to the prestigious annual ranking announced by the National Academy of Inventors (NAI). This milestone coincides with the UAEU’s Golden Jubilee and reflects its continued commitment to innovation and research …

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UAE President orders release of 1,440 inmates on the occasion of Ramadan

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has ordered the release of 1,440 inmates from correctional institutions across the country. His Highness has also undertaken to settle any financial obligations arising from the prisoners’ sentences, in observance of the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan. The initiative reflects the UAE President’s commitment …

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Mohammed bin Rashid pardons 1856 prisoners on occasion of Ramadan

DUBAI/WAM In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has ordered the release of 1856 prisoners of different nationalities from Dubai’s correctional and punitive establishments, on the occasion of the Holy Month of Ramadan. Chancellor Essam Issa Al-Humaidan, Attorney General of Dubai, said that …

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UAE President and King of Morocco exchange Ramadan greetings in phone call

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Majesty King Mohammed VI of the Kingdom of Morocco exchanged greetings and good wishes during a phone call on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan, expressing their hopes that it would bring blessings and prosperity to the two countries and their peoples. They also …

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Sharjah Ruler pardons 738 inmates on occasion of Ramadan

SHARJAH/WAM On the occasion of the Holy Month of Ramadan, His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has pardoned 738 inmates, thanks to their good behaviour. The inmates were serving their sentences at Sharjah’s correctional and punitive establishment.

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