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ABU DHABI/WAM AD Ports Group achieved record-breaking results in 2024, with revenues reaching AED17.29 billion and EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation), reaching AED4.51 billion, marking growth of 48 and 69 percent respectively compared to 2023. The group’s 2024 Annual Report highlighted a year of exceptional performance, during which it successfully integrated two major acquisitions and accelerated its ...

ABU DHABI/WAM Two of the United Arab Emirates’ Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements (CEPA) have come into force on Wednesday, laying the foundation for increased trade and investment with the strategically located and rapidly emerging economies of Costa Rica and Mauritius. Now in force, the UAE-Costa Rica and UAE-Mauritius CEPAs will reduce tariffs on a wide range of goods, simplify customs ...

ABU DHABI/WAM Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al-Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, highlighted the importance of scientific research in building a sustainable economy and strengthening the innovation ecosystem in the UAE. At a dialogue session held during his visit to TRENDS Research & Advisory, he emphasised the role of education and development in empowering youth to become future leaders. ...

ABU DHABI/WAM The UAE National Guard Command has reported that National Ambulance responded to 22,903 emergency cases across the country during the first quarter of 2025 (January-March 2025). Statistics reveal that 9,372 cases received on-site medical attention, while 13,531 cases were transported to hospitals for further treatment. These efforts indicate the National Ambulance’s commitment to delivering rapid and effective emergency ...

ABU DHABI/WAM The United Arab Emirates is set to host a wide range of major conferences, exhibitions, and global events throughout April, reflecting its influential role in shaping the future of several vital sectors regionally and globally. The events hosted in the UAE are distinguished by broad international participation, further strengthening its position as the world’s leading destination for business ...

ABU DHABI/WAM EDGE, one of the world’s leading advanced technology and defence groups, has announced the launch of UNMASK, a powerful cybersecurity solution offered by its entity ORYXLABS, a global provider of advanced digital solutions designed to help enterprises monitor, secure, and optimise their networked environments. Developed to support law enforcement and national security organisations, this solution enables users to ...

UMM AL QUWAIN/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday offered his condolences to His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mualla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Quwain, on the passing of his mother, the late Sheikha Hessa bint Hamid bin Abdul Rahman Al Shamsi. During his visit to the condolence majlis ...

ABU DHABI/ AD MEDIA OFFICE The Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an, in partnership with PureHealth and its subsidiary SEHA, have opened SEHA Abu Dhabi Dialysis Centre, which comes in partnership with Mohammed Abdulrahman Al Bahar Company as a community contribution. The centre provides vital care for Abu Dhabi residents living with kidney failure, ensuring greater access to essential care ...

GENEVA/WAM The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has warned that children are among the most affected by the devastating earthquake in Myanmar, describing the situation as one of deep trauma and widespread destruction. Julia Rees, UNICEF Representative in Myanmar, said in a video press conference from Geneva that entire communities have been destroyed by what is considered the strongest earthquake ...

SEOUL/WAM The Republic of Korea’s exports gained 3.1 percent from a year earlier in March, marking a second consecutive month of increase, driven by robust demand for semiconductors, data showed onTuesday. Yonhap News Agency quoted data compiled by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy as saying that outbound shipments came to S$58.3 billion last month, compared with $56.5 billion ...