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DUBAI/WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, launched the “11.5 Edge of Life” campaign, which aims to rescue 5 million children around the world from hunger. The campaign continues His Highness’s tradition of launching a humanitarian campaign every Ramadan, reflecting the UAE community’s deeply held values of giving and generosity …

ABU DHABI/WAM Under direction of the President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court issued a decision to appoint H.H. Sheikha Mariam bint Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan as chairperson of Zayed Education Foundation. Under the leadership of HH. Sheikha …

DUBAI/WAM In his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister, has issued a Decree appointing Abdulla bin Damithan as Chairman of the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation. Abdulla bin Damithan has extensive professional experience in ports, logistics, and trade. He oversees DP World’s operations across the Gulf Cooperation …

ABU DHABI/WAM On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, will lead the UAE delegation to the India AI Impact Summit, to be held in New Delhi from 16 to 20 February 2026. The UAE’s participation in the summit will contribute to …

GULF TIME Taquería El Primo, by Mexican-born chef Jonathan Colin, opened its doors just a week ago in the heart of Al Wasl, offering a no-frills, honest street food experience to Dubai. A Mexico City native, Jon grew up surrounded by his grandmother, mother and aunts who cooked with their hearts in the household. His professional career was spent working …

SHARJAH / WAM The 11th edition of the Nouakchott Festival for Arabic Poetry concluded after three days, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and organised by the Department of Culture. The festival brought together Mauritanian poets, critics and intellectuals, along with participants from Senegal, Mali …

ABU DHABI / WAM His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, received on Wednesday in Abu Dhabi Lutfullah Goktas, Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to the UAE. HH Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed and the Turkish Ambassador exchanged cordial conversations and discussed ways to enhance and further develop …

ABU DHABI / WAM Investopia organised a partners event in Abu Dhabi today, announcing the launch of its fifth flagship edition, Investopia 2026, to be held in Abu Dhabi under the theme “Creating Opportunities in a New Economic Era” from 31st March to 2nd April 2026. The latest edition of the event aims to attract a broad spectrum of leaders, …

DUBAI/WAM Emaar Properties PJSC reported a solid financial and operational performance for the full year 2025, supported by sustained demand across its core businesses. Emaar’s diversified portfolio and strategic focus on quality, customer experience, and sustainability have driven consistent growth across its property development, retail, hospitality, and international businesses. According to financial results, Emaar achieved its highest ever revenue for …

ABU DHABI/WAM The aid ship “Umm Al Emarat” has set sail for the Gaza Strip as part of the ongoing humanitarian and relief efforts of the United Arab Emirates to support the Palestinian people, coinciding with the advent of the Holy Month of Ramadan. This initiative falls within the UAE’s humanitarian framework aimed at alleviating the suffering of civilians and …