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ABU DHABI / WAM AIM Congress 2025 is set to welcome decision-makers, investors, and industry leaders from around the world from April 7-9 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. The global investment platform will host forums and conferences that delve into pressing economic issues, explore investment opportunities, and encourage collaboration to promote sustainable growth. The diverse lineup of events ...

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE ADNEC Group has delivered the highest economic impact in its history, contributing AED8.5 billion to the UAE economy and surpassing the AED7.4 billion achieved in 2023. This milestone highlights the group’s growing role in driving economic growth and supporting the UAE’s strategic objective of building a diversified, knowledge-based economy. Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing ...

SHARJAH/ WAM Sharjah Public Libraries (SPL) has been a cornerstone in the emirate’s cultural and intellectual renaissance for decades, catalysing knowledge, literature, and scientific progress. As they mark their centenary, cultural and heritage leaders recognise their enduring role in shaping an informed society and elevating Sharjah’s status as a global cultural hub. Sharjah’s cultural institutions have aligned with the UAE’s ...

DUBAI/WAM Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Dubai Municipality to enrich Dubai’s visual identity and enhance artistic experiences in public spaces and residential neighbourhoods. This aligns with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, which aims to achieve sustainable urban development centred around people. The agreement reflects Dubai Culture’s social and cultural ...

DUBAI/WAM The Ministry of Culture announced that key entities across the UAE will organise a diverse range of cultural and knowledge programmes during the UAE Reading Month in March 2025. This initiative aligns with the ministry’s ongoing efforts to enhance reading habits and individuals’ skills. The initiative reflects the UAE’s long-term vision and the wise leadership’s commitment to fostering a ...

ABU DHABI/AD MEDIA OFFICE His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has issued a resolution appointing His Excellency Ibrahim Nassir as Undersecretary of the Department of Government Enablement.

STOCKHOLM/WAM H.M. King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden, accompanied by H.R.H. Victoria Ingrid Alice Désirée, Crown Princess of Sweden, received H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, during an official working visit to Stockholm. During the meeting, H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed conveyed the greetings of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin ...

AJMAN/WAM The International Charity Organisation has launched a series of initiatives to support 60,000 orphans in the UAE and abroad during Ramadan, aiming to enhance their well-being and stability. Key projects include distributing Zakat funds, providing Eid clothing for orphans and their mothers, offering food parcels, monthly financial aid, Eid gifts, and medical assistance. Dr Khaled Al-Khaja, Secretary-General of the ...

DUBAI/WAM H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, affirmed that Dubai remains committed to strengthening its leadership in the endowment sector and expanding community-based service endowments. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan attributed this success to the vision and ...

ABU DHABI / WAM Khalifa University of Science and Technology today announced it has ranked top in the UAE in 10 subjects in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025. Additionally, its Petroleum Engineering has risen to the 7th place, maintaining its position in the global top 10 for three consecutive years. The university has also made notable gains ...