ABU DHABI / WAM In line with the UAE’s ambitious vision for digital transformation and its commitment to utilising the latest software, technologies, and artificial intelligence, organisers of the 33rd Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF 2024) have introduced a digital payment system for visitors to use at the event. The system is the first of its kind in the ...
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Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2024 hosts panel discussion on importance of ‘Document of Human Fraternity’
ABU DHABI / WAM The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair organised a panel discussion titled “The Document of Human Fraternity: An Important Message to the World,” featuring Judge Mohamed Abdelsalam, the Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Elders, and Bishop Christophe Zakhia El-Kassis, the Apostolic Nuncio to the UAE, moderated by Dr Nashwa Al Ruwaini. At the beginning of the ...
Read More »ADHA forms committee to address housing grant requests
ABU DHABI / WAM The Abu Dhabi Housing Authority (ADHA) has announced the formation of a committee dedicated to processing citizens requests concerning the conveyance of housing grants under the legislation in force prior to October 2018, whether through selling or exchanging with other citizens. The committee’s objective is to address cases that occurred before October 2, 2018, in accordance ...
Read More »FAHR organises workshop on ‘Zero Government Bureaucracy Program’
DUBAI / WAM In coordination with the UAE Prime Minister’s Office, the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) held a special workshop on “Zero Government Bureaucracy Program”, which was recently launched by the UAE government, aiming to raise the levels of government efficiency, quality and flexibility, in a new phase of government work. The workshop, which was held at ...
Read More »Alpha Dhabi Holding records AED4.6b net profit in Q1 2024
ABU DHABI / WAM Alpha Dhabi Holding reported a Group net profit of AED4.6 billion for the first quarter of 2024, showing continued momentum in executing its strategy across key verticals and commitment to generating higher shareholder value. With strong financial results across the group, Q1 ‘24 was marked by record Revenue of AED14.2 billion (an 11% increase year-on-year ‘YoY’). ...
Read More »UAE President receives condolences from Mauritanian President over passing of Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed in phone call
ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call from His Excellency Mohamed Ould Cheikh Ghazouani, President of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, during which he offered his sincere condolences and sympathy to His Highness over the passing of Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed Al Nahyan. His Excellency also expressed his condolences ...
Read More »‘Our armed forces will remain a shield for the nation, a pillar of progress’, says UAE President on 48th Armed Forces Unification Day
ABU DHABI/WAM On the occasion of the 48th anniversary of the unification of the UAE Armed Forces, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan delivered the following statement to members of the armed forces: ‘’May 6th is one of the most revered and enduring days in the history of the UAE. On this day in 1976, one of ...
Read More »Mohammed bin Rashid issues Decree forming ‘Dubai Council’
DUBAI/ WAM In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister, issued Decree No. (35) of 2024 forming the “Dubai Council”, chaired by His Highness. As per the Decree, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum serves as First Vice Chairman of the Council, and H.H. ...
Read More »Sharjah’s SCCI concludes participation in handicraft exhibition in Italy
SHARJAH / WAM The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), represented by the “Emirati Goldsmiths” Platform, wrapped up its participation in the International Handicrafts Trade Fair (MIDA) held in Florence, Italy. This participation underscores the SCCI’s commitment to promote youth-led ventures and support young Emirati talents in the handicraft and jewellery design industry, offering them opportunities to showcase their ...
Read More »UAE announces delivery of 400 tonnes of food aid to people of Gaza
ABU DHABI / WAM The United Arab Emirates, in close partnership with American Near East Refugee Aid (Anera), has announced the successful delivery of 400 tonnes of food aid for the brotherly people of Gaza, specifically intended for the northern Gaza Strip. The delivery and distribution of life-saving food aid to feed around 120 thousand people, aligns with the UAE’s ...
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