ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call on Monday from the Rt Hon Sir Keir Starmer, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. The call discussed ways to enhance cooperation between the two countries in support of their mutual interests. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to continued collaboration and to building on …
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Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi organises 2nd edition of Animenia Abu Dhabi festival
ABU DHABI/ AD MEDIA OFFICE The second edition of Animenia will take place from 11 to 15 February 2026 at Manarat Al Saadiyat. The event features anime, music, food, and entertainment, and invites visitors to showcase their talent and costumes at its cosplay competition, which features a prize pool of AED400,000. The festival will celebrate the world of anime, transporting fans and gamers …
Read More »Abu Dhabi Art Programme to Showcase Artists Commissions in Cultural Sites
ABU DHABI/ GULF TIME Abu Dhabi Art has revealed participating artists for its 2025 Artist Commissions in Cultural Sites programme. The Abu Dhabi-based trio Ramin Haerizadeh, Rokni Haerizadeh and Hesam Rahmanian, alongside Nike Davies-Okundaye, and Issam Kourbaj, have been invited to showcase their commissioned works at Al Ain City, opening to the public from 19th November 2025 and remaining in …
Read More »Forsan Central Mall Introduces Faris — The Happy New Face of Forsan Wonderland!
GULF TIME Forsan Central Mall is pleased to announce the launch of Forsan Wonderland, a family-focused activation taking place from November 7 to December 7, 2025. The event marks the debut of Faris, Forsan Central Mall’s first official character, designed to engage children and bring fresh energy to the upcoming season. One of the most joyful parts of Forsan Wonderland …
Read More »From Brooklyn to Dubai: Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Brings Its Coal-Fired Legacy to the GCC
GULF TIME Joseph Ciolli, CEO of Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, reflects on the brand’s journey from beneath the Brooklyn Bridge to the heart of Dubai. With decades of craftsmanship, a passion for authentic flavors, and a people-first philosophy, Ciolli shares how Grimaldi’s is expanding globally while preserving the soul of its original coal-fired pizza. Joseph Ciolli, CEO of Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, talks about …
Read More »Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy supports establishment, expansion of 582 startups in Dubai during 9M’2025
DUBAI / WAM Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced that it supported the establishment and expansion of 582 digital startups during the first nine months of 2025, reflecting the impact of the chamber’s efforts to position Dubai as a leading global hub for digital business and entrepreneurship. …
Read More »Dubai’s GDP surges 4.7% to reach AED122 billion in Q2 2025
DUBAI / WAM Dubai’s economy continued to maintain its strong upward momentum in the first half of 2025, surpassing projections and consolidating its position as a one of the world’s most vibrant and competitive urban economies. The emirate’s GDP grew 4.4 percent to reach AED241 billion in the first half of the year. In the second quarter alone, Dubai’s GDP …
Read More »Sustainable City in Dubai joins 1 Billion Followers Summit 2026
DUBAI / WAM The 1 Billion Followers Summit, the world’s first and largest event dedicated to the content creation industry, has announced that The Sustainable City in Dubai, the first fully integrated, sustainable community in the Middle East offering a healthy, low-carbon lifestyle powered by clean energy generated from solar panels, and one of the flagship projects of SEE Holding, …
Read More »WHO delegation receives medical supplies at Emirati field hospital in Rafah
GAZA / WAM The Emirati field hospital in Rafah welcomed a delegation from the World Health Organisation (WHO) as part of a visit to review the UAE’s humanitarian and medical initiatives under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, aimed at enhancing cooperation to bolster the healthcare sector in Gaza. During the visit, the delegation received medicines and medical supplies extended by the …
Read More »Calidus showcases latest defence solutions at Defence & Security 25
BANGKOK / WAM Calidus Holding Group is taking part in the Defence & Security 2025 exhibition, held in the Thai capital Bangkok from 10th to 13th November, as part of the United Arab Emirates’ national pavilion. This participation marks an important milestone in the Group’s series of international engagements, aimed at showcasing its latest integrated defence systems and advanced air …
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