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DUBAI/WAM Strata Manufacturing PJSC (Strata), the advanced manufacturing company wholly owned by Mubadala Investment Company, has signed a strategic Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Airbus, the global aerospace leader, to manufacture the Ailerons for the Airbus A320 models. The signing of the MoA represents a major milestone for Strata, underscoring its continued commitment to advancing strategic partnerships within the aerospace …

DUBAI/WAM Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement (Tawazun), the national authority mandated to enable, regulate, and sustain the UAE’s defence and security industrial ecosystem, announced the signing of seven new contracts on behalf of the Ministry of Defence during the fourth day of the Dubai Airshow 2025, with a total value of AED 6.427 billion. Over the first four days of …

DUBAI / WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has witnessed the launch of the “UAE Global Centre of Trade” programme, the new strategy from the Ministry of Foreign Trade that aims to cement the UAE’s position as one of principal centres of international commerce. The programme is a strategic …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the Right Honourable Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada, held talks today to review bilateral relations and explore opportunities to enhance collaboration in line with both countries’ development ambitions. The Canadian Prime Minister, who is on an official visit to the UAE, was welcomed by H.H. at …

ABU DHABI/WAM H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, and H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council, have toured Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi, located in …

DUBAI / GULF TIME Baker Tilly UAE, one of the region’s leading advisory, audit, and consulting firms, has announced a bold new strategic direction aimed at achieving 25% growth over the next two years, as it strengthens its position as a key player in the UAE’s professional services landscape. The firm unveiled its refreshed identity and growth roadmap at an …

ABU DHABI / GULF TIME Al Masaood Power Division, part of a leading Abu Dhabi business conglomerate, Al Masaood Group, is showcasing its innovation in uninterrupted power supply technology, the mtu Kinetic PowerPack (KPP), at the Dubai Airshow 2025, held at Dubai World Central from 17 to 21 November. Making its debut at one of the world’s foremost aerospace events, …

GULF TIME The Coffee Club, Australia’s favourite café, is giving weekends a delicious upgrade with the launch of its first-ever All-You-Can-Eat Brunch, a relaxed and flavour-packed experience designed for those who believe one plate is never enough. All-You-Can-Eat Brunch is all about the joy of gathering over great food, great company and moments that trully fill your cup. For just …

DUBAI/WAM Boeing and flydubai on Wednesday announced the airline has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for its fourth 737 MAX purchase. The agreement for 75 orders and 75 options will enable flydubai to modernise its fleet and further expand its growing network. The Dubai-based carrier said the 737 MAX’s fuel efficiency, range and reliability has enabled its network expansion, …

KUWAIT / WAM The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) is participating in the 48th Kuwait International Book Fair, organised by the National Council for Culture, Arts, and Literature in Kuwait, from 19th to 29th November 2025 at the Kuwait International Fairgrounds. At its pavilion, the centre will showcase more than 550 publications, including 90 new titles, from its flagship …