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ABU DHABI / WAM Mohamed bin Mubarak bin Fadhel Al Mazrouei, UAE Minister of State for Defence Affairs, stated the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX) has — since it was launched in 1993 — evolved into one of the world’s premier defence exhibitions, a platform where nations, industry leaders, and military professionals engage in dialogue, demonstrate cutting-edge technology, and build partnerships ...

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message to President Gitanas Nausėda of Lithuania, congratulating him on his country’s Independence Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice ...

ABU DHABI / WAM Abu Dhabi Executive Council has issued a resolution on folk arts performances in the emirate, to establish the Abu Dhabi Folk Arts Committee, chaired by Faris Khalaf Al Mazrouei, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority. The committee includes representatives from Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Court, Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, Department of ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The UAE on Sunday observed the Professional Day of the Nuclear and Radiation Sector Workers, which was approved by the UAE Cabinet in January 2023 to mark the anniversary of the 16th of February 2020, when the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) issued the licence to operate unit 1 of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant. ...

ABU DHABI / WAM Calidus, a UAE-based Defense Technology Development and Manufacturing Company, is set to showcase its latest innovative military products and systems during its participation in the 17th edition of the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2025). The event will be held from February 17 to 21 at the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The Calidus stand at ...

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received His Excellency Denis Manturov, First Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation. His Excellency Manturov conveyed to His Highness the greetings of Russian President His Excellency Vladimir Putin, along with his best wishes for the UAE’s continued progress. In turn, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin ...

ABU DHABI / GULF TIME On Valentine’s Day, Khalidiyah Mall’s Central Atrium transformed into a vibrant display of love and joy. At 8:30 PM, over 3,000 red balloons gracefully descended, with some carrying surprise rewards—creating an unforgettable moment that became the highlight of the celebration. Leading up to the big event, from February 7 to 14, the mall hosted a ...

RIYADH  / GULF TIME ZainTECH, the integrated digital solutions provider of Zain Group, has achieved a significant milestone with its CloudHub platform, successfully completing a rigorous audit by the National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The platform achieved exceptional compliance scores of 98% for Essential Cybersecurity Controls (ECC) and 92% for Cloud Cybersecurity Controls (CCC), making ...

DUBAI / GULF TIME Far from conventional paths, Maryne Cotty-Eslous embodies a new generation of innovators. At the crossroads of neuroscience, artificial intelligence, and entrepreneurship, she builds a world where technology meets human complexity. Winner of the prestigious Innovation Trophy, founder of ADI Prime, NEUROCARE and NEURO TUTOR, she is a major figure in both the entrepreneurial and scientific spheres. ...

GAZA / WAM Ten convoys carrying humanitarian aid from the UAE, a generous contribution from H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the “Mother of the Nation,” Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation, have entered the Gaza Strip via the Egyptian Rafah crossing. This aid ...