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BAKU / WAM On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, participated in the World Urban Forum (WUF) organised by UN-Habitat in cooperation with the Government of Azerbaijan in the capital, Baku. WUF is taking place until 22nd May under the theme “Housing the world: Safe …

DUBAI / GULF TIME In a remarkable medical achievement reflecting the UAE’s advanced healthcare capabilities, a multidisciplinary team at Al Zahra Hospital Dubai successfully saved the leg of a seven-year-old child who had previously been advised by multiple medical centers to undergo amputation as the only treatment option for a rare and complex congenital condition. Adam was born with a …

BRAZZAVILLE/WAM AD Ports Group has awarded three major contracts for the design and construction of marine and landside infrastructure, and the sourcing of crane equipment, for the Noatum Ports Pointe-Noire Terminal in the Republic of the Congo. The container terminal is being developed under AD Ports Group’s majority-owned joint venture with the CMA CGM Group, through its subsidiary CMA Terminals, …

ABU DHABI/WAM Investcorp Capital (ICAP), an Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) listed alternative investment company founded by the Investcorp Holdings B.S.C. (c ) group (Investcorp), today announced the acquisition of a diversified US industrial real estate portfolio with an aggregate value of more than $200 million, comprised of 19 industrial properties totaling approximately 1.4 million square feet across Dallas–Fort Worth, …

RAS EL HEKMA/WAM Modon Holding and Montage Hotels & Resorts have announced Montage Ras El Hekma, which will introduce the first branded residences for purchase at Ras El Hekma on Egypt’s Mediterranean coast. This is the first Montage resort in Egypt – supporting the emerging city’s growth as a global hub for leisure, business and tourism. Montage Ras El Hekma …

ABU DHABI / WAM The UAE has moved beyond experimentation toward integrating AI into core government functions — grappling in practice with questions of leadership, procurement, sovereignty, and organisational redesign that many governments are only beginning to confront, according to new research published by Yango Group and INSEAD. Governments that treat artificial intelligence as part of their core operating infrastructure …

RAS EL HEKMA / WAM Modon Holding and Montage Hotels & Resorts have announced Montage Ras El Hekma, which will introduce the first branded residences for purchase at Ras El Hekma on Egypt’s Mediterranean coast. This is the first Montage resort in Egypt – supporting the emerging city’s growth as a global hub for leisure, business and tourism. Montage Ras …

ABU DHABI / WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has chaired the UAE Cabinet meeting. The meeting was attended by His Highnes Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court; HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid …

DUBAI / GULF TIME Popular comedian and actor Kiku Sharda has received the handover of his apartment at Skyz by Danube, marking another milestone in Dubai’s growing appeal among global celebrities and investors. Developed by Danube Properties, Skyz by Danube is a contemporary residential tower known for its modern design, fully furnished premium apartments, and lifestyle-focused amenities in Arjan – …

ABU DHABI / GULF TIME Make-A-Wish Foundation UAE, in partnership with Makani Al Shamkha Mall, has launched the 15th edition of the “Eid Al Adha Wishes Market,” running from 12 May to 10 June 2026 at Makani Al Shamkha Mall in Abu Dhabi. Held in line with the UAE leadership’s vision to strengthen social cohesion during the Year of Family, …