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ABU DHABI/WAM The United Arab Emirates has launched a series of global Ramadan initiatives and campaigns, reflecting its steadfast commitment to promoting the values of compassion, tolerance and giving. Spanning continents and distinguished by innovative ideas and approaches, the initiatives further cement the UAE’s position as a beacon of humanitarianism and underscore its leadership in extending support to those in …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a delegation from the Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Center and Yas Clinic – Khalifa City, accompanied by a number of donors and patients who have been treated using innovative stem cell-based therapies. During the meeting, held at Qasr Al Bateen in Abu Dhabi, His Highness exchanged …

DUBAI/WAM The Middle East’s aviation and cruise industries are entering a phase of global expansion, solidifying the region’s status as a major international travel hub. These industries are set to be the focus of attention at the upcoming Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, which takes place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 4th to 7th May. According to the …

ABU DHABI/WAM The UAE National Orchestra has joined the World Association for Performing Arts (WAPA), marking an important step in the Orchestra’s long-term strategy to build an international network of creative and institutional partnerships. The membership follows the UAE National Orchestra’s participation in the Beijing Forum for Symphonic Music, where Managing Director Sheikha Alia bint Khalid Al Qassimi was invited …

ABU DHABI/WAM Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD Group, and Barakat Group, a UAE-based fresh food and juice producer, on Wednesday announced the commencement of construction of a dedicated baby food manufacturing facility through Barakat Group’s joint venture with Pure Baby Food Industries, in KEZAD. The project marks the development of the Gulf Cooperation Council’s first industrial-scale facility dedicated …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Wednesday received a written message from His Excellency Lee Jae-myung, President of the Republic of Korea, regarding cooperation between the two countries and opportunities to further strengthen ties as part of their Special Strategic Partnership. The message was delivered by His Excellency Kang Hoon-sik, Special Envoy of …

ABU DHABI / WAM The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector in the Emirate, has published the Guideline for Management of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Developed in collaboration with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS), the guideline establishes a unified benchmark for clinical practice that integrates the latest diagnosis and treatment of multiple sclerosis, …

ABU DHABI / WAM Minister of Economy and Tourism Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri has emphasised the growing economic ties between the United Arab Emirates and the Czech Republic, highlighting the importance of expanding cooperation between their respective business communities. During a virtual meeting with Karel Havlíček, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Industry and Trade of the Czech …

ABU DHABI / WAM The Abu Dhabi Registration Authority (ADRA), the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development’s (ADDED) arm, said that the number of new economic licences during 2025 increased by 29 percent compared to 2024. In 2025, renewed licences increased by 20 percent, and active licences rose by 13.5 percent compared to 2024. This growth was supported by initiatives …

WASHINGTON / WAM HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has met with Howard Lutnick, US Secretary of Commerce, during a working visit to Washington. The meeting reviewed means to advance trade cooperation between the two countries and strengthen partnerships in priority sectors, including advanced technology and artificial intelligence, reflecting the depth …