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ABU DHABI / WAM H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, received Dr. Badr Abdelatty, Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptian Expatriates. During the meeting, held in Abu Dhabi, the two sides discussed developments in the Middle East and ways to strengthen regional and international efforts to end the …

ABU DHABI / WAM Dr. Abdulnasser Alshaali presented his credentials as Ambassador of the UAE to the Republic of Singapore to Tharman Shanmugaratnam, President of Singapore, during a reception at the Istana, the official residence of the President. Alshaali conveyed the greetings of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, …

ABU DHABI / WAM H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Falconers’ Club, reviewed the latest preparations for the launch of the 23rd edition, the largest in the history of the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) 2026. Held under the theme “The Legacy Lives On,” the …

DUBAI / WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has ordered the promotion of Major General Tamim Al Muhairi, Director-General of Dubai’s State Security Department, to the rank of Lieutenant General, in recognition of his dedicated service and outstanding contributions to strengthening the emirate’s security apparatus, reinforcing safety and stability, …

AJMAN / WAM His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Ajman, has issued Law No. 6 of 2026 concerning the Ajman Accountability Authority, designating it as the supreme body for oversight, accountability, the promotion of integrity and transparency, and the protection of public funds in the Emirate. The Law stipulates that …

WORLD CAPITALS / WAM Gold prices rose more than 1 percent on Tuesday. Spot gold rose 1.2 percent to $4,054.24 per ounce as of ​0529 GMT, while the US gold futures for August delivery were up 1.1 percent at $4,059.10. Spot silver gained 2.8 percent ​to $57.99 per ounce, platinum was up 1 percent at $1,610.06 and palladium rose 1.2 …

ABU DHABI/WAM The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the renewed hostile attacks by Iran targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain and the State of Kuwait with missiles and drones. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that these hostile attacks constitute a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of the brotherly nations and a threat …

ABU DHABI/WAM The National Drug Enforcement Authority has established an integrated strategic system designed to protect all segments of society from the threat of drugs by coordinating security, prevention and treatment efforts following the highest standards of confidentiality. The initiative is guided by the visionary leadership of the UAE, which places human well-being, empowerment and quality of life at the …

ABU DHABI/WAM Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) has announced enhancements to its financing ecosystem to empower national entrepreneurship and accelerate the growth of startups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This is achieved through seven integrated financing programmes that support the needs of enterprises across different stages of growth, from inception and expansion to innovation and technology‑driven advancement. This …

ABU DHABI/WAM President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory cable to Andy Burnham on the occasion of his appointment as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin …