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ABU DHABI / WAM Abu Dhabi Digital Authority (ADDA), launched the ‘Artificial Intelligence Lab,’ a new initiative which will provide a dedicated platform to develop innovative digital solutions using AI and machine learning and apply these solutions to improve the efficiency in services and contribute to excellence in government performance. The AI lab, which was announced at the recently concluded ...

ABU DHABI / WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and President Vladimir Putin of Russia on Tuesday held an official meeting at the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi. His Highness welcomed the Russian President and his accompanying delegation. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed expressed ...

ABU DHABI / Emirates Business The Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS) 2019 is all set to begin on Wednesday at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (Adnec) Marina, with the participation of 284 companies and brands in the leisure marine industry. ADIBS 2019, which is organised by Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company, will evoke a sense of the rich ...

Abu Dhabi / WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and President Vladimir Putin of Russia on Tuesday held an official meeting at the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi. His Highness welcomed the Russian President and his accompanying delegation. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed expressed ...

Dubai / Emirates Business Chinese tourists to Dubai can now benefit from instant VAT refund capabilities at Dubai Airports via the We Tax Refund on the WeChat Mini Program, launched by Chinese tech giant, Tencent, and international payments service provider, Planet. With the support of Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism), the new integrated service provides a ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA), posted draft regulations concerning crypto assets on its website, in line with its efforts to regulate and develop capital markets operating in the UAE. In a statement, the Authority urged all relevant parties including investors, brokers, financial analysts, researchers, media personnel, and others to provide their feedback and input on ...

Abu Dhabi / WAM The Abu Dhabi Government and the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc), awarded to a subsidiary of the Russian listed PJSC Lukoil Oil Company (Lukoil), a five percent stake in the Ghasha ultra-sour gas concession that comprises the Hail, Ghasha, Dalma and other offshore sour gas fields in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. At the same time, Adnoc, ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The UAE Space Agency (UAESA), announced the details of its National Space Strategy 2030 and National Space Investment Plan, complementing the regulatory and legislative framework of the UAE’s national space sector and in line with the strategic objectives of the Agency. The announcement was made during an official ceremony held in the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi. ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE), sought out cooperation opportunities with Russia’s Ministry of Energy in the conventional and renewable energy sectors. The Chairman of the Abu Dhabi DoE, Awaidha Murshed Al Marar, met with Russian Minister of Energy, Alexander Valentinovich Novak, to discuss opportunities for collaboration on the sidelines of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The upcoming visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin to the UAE reflects the strong strategic partnership between the two nations and will pave the way for further cooperation in a number of vital sectors, namely in oil and peaceful nuclear energy, said Suhail bin Mohammed Faraj Faris Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Industry. Speaking to ...