ABU DHABI / GULF TIME NIO, a global leader in premium smart electric vehicles, has officially opened its first NIO Hub in the UAE, located on Dubai’s Sheikh Zayed Road. Differing from existing NIO House or Space concepts, NIO Hub brings together every essential user touchpoint under one roof: from product showcases and test drives to new car delivery, aftersales ...
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ADIHEX 2025 grows to 15 sectors with launch of 4 new additions
ABU DHABI / WAM The 22nd edition of the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) has introduced four distinctive new sectors, further enriching the event’s offerings. The new additions include the Arabian Saluki Sector, the Camel Sector, the Knives Sector and the Souq Sector, in a move that reflects the organisers’ dedication to diversification and innovation. These new ...
Read More »Sharjah’s 2025-2026 cultural programme to organise more than 40 events
SHARJAH / WAM The Sharjah Department of Culture has launched its annual programme for permanent festivals and forums, which runs from September 2025 to August 2026. The plan includes more than 40 festivals and forums organised by the department at the local, Arab, and international levels, in a move aimed at strengthening Sharjah’s leading role in the diverse cultural, intellectual, ...
Read More »UAE leads global solar energy growth in 2025
ABU DHABI / WAM The UAE has strengthened its role in driving the global transition to clean energy in 2025, spearheading a wide portfolio of solar energy projects financed and executed by national companies across multiple continents. The UAE’s solar initiatives extend across Asia, Africa, and Europe, reinforcing the country’s leadership in reducing carbon emissions and tackling climate change. At ...
Read More »UAE President, VPs congratulate King of Malaysia on National Day
ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, King of Malaysia, on the occasion of his country’s National Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed ...
Read More »‘Irthi’ showcases handicrafts with contemporary spirit at ADIHEX
ABU DHABI / WAM The Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council is presenting Emirati heritage and traditional handicrafts in a modern creative style at the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) 2025, held at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi until 7 September. The Council’s participation in this prominent cultural and heritage event reflects its commitment to reimagining traditional crafts through innovative ...
Read More »UAE Cybersecurity Council stresses importance of regular device updates
ABU DHABI / WAM The UAE Cybersecurity Council has urged users of digital systems and applications in the country to regularly update essential devices, including smartphones, laptops, web browsers, routers, and smart home devices, highlighting that these are among the most vulnerable to cyberattacks, especially on open networks. In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), the Council explained that ...
Read More »UAE, India explore ways to maximise benefits of CEPA
MUMBAI / WAM Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, underscored the importance of the UAE’s economic relationship with India during an official visit to Mumbai, where he held bilateral talks with Shri Piyush Goyal, India’s Minister of Industry and Commerce, and engaged with leading members of the country’s business community. Al Zeyoudi’s meeting with Goyal focused ...
Read More »UAE President, VPs congratulate King of Malaysia on National Day
ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, King of Malaysia, on the occasion of his country’s National Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed ...
Read More »UAE President, VPs congratulate President of Kyrgyzstan on Independence Day
ABU DHABI / WAM President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to Sadyr Japarov, President of Kyrgyzstan, on the occasion of his country’s Independence Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, ...
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