ABU DHABI/WAM The United Arab Emirates solidified its position as a global humanitarian leader in 2025, ranking as the world’s third-largest aid donor with US$1.46 billion in contributions, according to OCHA’s Financial Tracking Service data. In 2025, the UAE announced a substantial pledge of US$550 million to support the UN’s Global Humanitarian Overview, which aims to raise US$33 billion in …
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ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of condolences to the Dr. Mohamed Yunus Al-Menfi, President of the Libyan Presidential Council, on the death of Chief of Staff of the Libyan Army, Lieutenant General Mohammed Ali Ahmed al-Haddad, and his accompanying delegation, following the crash of a Libyan military aircraft. His …
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ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE AD Ports Group has announced that the AD Ports Khalifa Port Data Center has become the first global trade and logistics company to receive Tier IV Certification of Constructed Facility, the highest standard in data centre accreditation, from the Uptime Institute – an independent New York-based certification network for data centre performance. This significant …
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DUBAI / WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, congratulated Dr Nabil Seidah on receiving the Great Arab Minds 2025 award in the medicine category. His Highness said the Arab world has a long record in medical science and that exceptional Arab talent continues to advance medical progress today. His …
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VIENNA/WAM The OPEC Fund for International Development (OPEC Fund) has announced up to US$2 billion in co-financing with the African Development Fund (ADF) for the period 2026–2030, reaffirming its long-standing commitment to Africa and to concessional financing for the continent’s most vulnerable countries. The co-financing announcement was made by OPEC Fund President Abdulhamid Alkhalifa during the 17th replenishment session of …
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ABU DHABI/WAM The UAE National Orchestra has announced the guest artists and January performance dates for “The Beginning,” its inaugural concert series, marking the first time the Orchestra’s full ensemble of 70 musicians and 30 choir members will perform for live audiences across the UAE as part of its opening season. The series opens with the UAE National Orchestra’s debut …
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UAE / GULF TIME From family-friendly festivities and seasonal markets to festive menus, beauty glow-ups and wellness resets, December is one of the most vibrant months of the year in the UAE. Whether you’re looking to soak up holiday cheer, support local creatives, indulge in limited-edition flavours or prep for party season (and beyond), these festive happenings are worth adding …
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ABU DHABI / GULF TIME Al Masaood Automobiles, the authorised distributor for INFINITI in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra region has been named the Official Automotive Partner of the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 – one of the region’s most ambitious multi-sport events designed to inspire active living and strengthen community wellbeing. Set to take place in …
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ABU DHABI/WAM Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar has announced its first project in Malaysia, with the signing of a power purchase agreement (PPA) to develop a 200-megawatt (MW) floating solar photovoltaic (PV) project at the Chereh Dam in Pahang State. The project will be developed by a consortium led by Masdar, together with Malaysian partners Citaglobal and …
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ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday received HH Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman, at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi. Their Highnesses, along with other Sheikhs and guests, exchanged greetings and engaged in cordial conversation. They also discussed a number of topics related to national affairs and …
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