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AL AIN / WAM HH Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, has reviewed key research programmes and scientific initiatives undertaken by Khalifa University of Science and Technology in Al Ain Region to advance academic research, enhance the quality of higher education, and develop a knowledge-based and innovation-driven national economy. The meeting took place as …

ABU DHABI/WAM The UAE General Budget Committee held its 15th meeting to discuss the draft federal budget under the medium-term strategic plan for the 2027–2029 fiscal years. The meeting was attended by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court; and H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al …

DUBAI/WAM In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, issued Decree No. (24) of 2026 pertaining to the reconstitution of the Supreme Fiscal Committee in the Emirate of Dubai, chaired by H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum. Abdulrahman Saleh Al Saleh will serve …

MUSCAT/WAM His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman received today at Al Baraka Palace H.H. Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Adviser, and his accompanying delegation, as part of H.H.’s official visit to the Sultanate of Oman. At the outset of the meeting, H.H. conveyed the greetings of President His Highness …

SHARJAH/WAM His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, on Tuesday attended the ceremony honouring the winners of the sixth edition of the Sharjah International Award for Cultural Heritage (SIACH) at the theatre of the Sharjah Institute for Heritage. The ceremony opened with a performance of Al Ahal art presented by the …

ABU DHABI/AD MEDIA OFFICE Abu Dhabi is cementing its position as a global destination for leisure and entertainment by continuing to develop world-class attractions for families, thrill-seekers and culture enthusiasts of all ages. The emirate’s expanding portfolio of attractions supports the Abu Dhabi Tourism Strategy 2030, which aims to increase visitor numbers, enhance Abu Dhabi’s international appeal and drive sustainable …

ABU DHABI/WAM The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) and the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) today renewed their UAE Dirham (AED)-Egyptian Pound (EGP) currency swap agreement at a signing ceremony held at the CBUAE’s headquarters. With a nominal value of AED5 billion, equivalent to EGP69 billion, the agreement is valid for five years and underscores the commitment …

DUBAI/WAM Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence and Vice Chair of the World Governments Summit (WGS), affirmed that the World Governments Summit advances its global role not only through the ideas and perspectives it advances, but also through the strength of its community of partners and supporters. He said this community extends the Summit’s role and …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received today His Excellency Hakainde Hichilema, President of the Republic of Zambia, who is on a working visit to the UAE. During the meeting, His Highness welcomed President Hichilema and wished him success in his new presidential term and in continuing his efforts to realise the aspirations of …

ABU DHABI / WAM Eleven Emirati artificial intelligence experts from the National Experts Programme’s Artificial Intelligence track (NEP-AI) are engaging with some of Canada’s leading researchers and institutions to examine how frontier AI research can be translated into responsible applications in government and commercially viable solutions. The international study visit, which began on Monday and runs until 2nd October across …