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ABU DHABI/AD MEDIA OFFICE Organised by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), Ghaitah Al Ain 2025 will take place on the first day of Eid for five days at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre Al Ain (ADNEC Centre Al Ain). The outdoor event is expected to draw crowds of families and visitors from ...

ABU DHABI/WAM Dr Abdulla Al Mandous, Director-General of the National Centre of Meteorology President of the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO), affirmed that this year’s World Meteorological Day theme, “Closing the Early Warning Gap Together,” reflects a growing global commitment to strengthening early warning capabilities—especially in the face of increasing extreme weather events and their devastating impact on lives and livelihoods. ...

NEW DELHI/WAM In an effort to further deepen cultural ties between the United Arab Emirates and the Republic of India, Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi co-chaired a high-level delegation meeting with K Nandini Singla, Director General of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR). The UAE delegation included Mubarak Al Nakhi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture; Ghanem Al Hajeri, ...

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to President Asif Ali Zardari of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan on the occasion of his country’s National 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 ...

ABU DHABI/WAM As part of its ongoing commitment to fostering dialogue on topics relevant to the people of the UAE, Majlis Mohamed bin Zayed hosted its third Ramadan session titled ‘Coexistence in Islamic Thought’. The session was attended by His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, alongside senior officials, scholars, and academics. ...

DUBAI/WAM DP World Foundation, the charitable arm of DP World, has marked Zayed Humanitarian Day, celebrating the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, whose vision of philanthropy, compassion and social welfare continues to inspire humanitarian efforts across the UAE and the world. In recognition of this occasion, Sultan bin Sulayem, Chairman and CEO of DP World, ...

DUBAI/WAM Al Jalila Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Dubai Health, has unveiled its Ramadan campaign dedicated to supporting the Child Fund, which provides life-changing medical care for children in need while alleviating financial pressure on their families. Established in November 2023, the Child Fund provides essential healthcare services at Al Jalila Children’s Hospital. Staffed by a specialized medical team and ...

ABU DHABI/WAM The UAE celebrates “International Day of Happiness” on March 20 each year, reaffirming its commitment to enhancing the well-being and quality of life of all residents and citizens. As one of the first countries to integrate happiness as a key metric in government policies, the UAE considers it a fundamental indicator of progress and success. The country consistently ...

ABU DHABI/AD MEDIA OFFICE Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) has entered into a strategic, multi-year partnership with Gushcloud International, a global creator management and licensing company, powered by AI. Under the agreement, Gushcloud will establish its EMEA and India regional headquarters in Abu Dhabi, advancing the emirate’s rapidly growing digital creator economy and reinforcing its position as a global digital ...

SHARJAH/WAM Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) has announced a strategic partnership with the Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) in Sharjah. This initiative aligns with the SIB’s commitment to sustainable development goals and reinforces its leadership role in preserving the environment and natural resources. As part of this partnership, the two entities have launched the “Tree Planting” initiative, supporting national efforts ...