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DUBAI/WAM Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) announced today that it had signed a definitive agreement to acquire 100 percent of Macquarie AirFinance Limited (MAF) for an approximate enterprise value of US$7 billion. The combined company will have a pro forma fleet of 1,029 owned, managed and committed aircraft and will serve 191 airline customers in 79 countries. Narrowbody aircraft will represent …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today attended a gathering of individuals who took part in the historic day on which the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Founding Father of the UAE, alongside his fellow Rulers, raised the UAE flag upon the formation of the Union. For the first time since that …

ABU DHABI/WAM The United Arab Emirates has launched a series of global Ramadan initiatives and campaigns, reflecting its steadfast commitment to promoting the values of compassion, tolerance and giving. Spanning continents and distinguished by innovative ideas and approaches, the initiatives further cement the UAE’s position as a beacon of humanitarianism and underscore its leadership in extending support to those in …

DUBAI/GULF TIME This Ramadan, 3Fils, SLRP, and Kanji by 3Fils unveil a curated selection of Ramadan-only creations available throughout the month across their venues in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, bringing warmth, depth, and soul to the table through dishes and drinks that bridge Japanese craft and Middle Eastern flavour. Upon arrival at 3Fils, guests are welcomed with complimentary Arabic Coffee …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a delegation from the Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Center and Yas Clinic – Khalifa City, accompanied by a number of donors and patients who have been treated using innovative stem cell-based therapies. During the meeting, held at Qasr Al Bateen in Abu Dhabi, His Highness exchanged …

DUBAI/WAM The Middle East’s aviation and cruise industries are entering a phase of global expansion, solidifying the region’s status as a major international travel hub. These industries are set to be the focus of attention at the upcoming Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, which takes place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 4th to 7th May. According to the …

ABU DHABI/WAM The UAE National Orchestra has joined the World Association for Performing Arts (WAPA), marking an important step in the Orchestra’s long-term strategy to build an international network of creative and institutional partnerships. The membership follows the UAE National Orchestra’s participation in the Beijing Forum for Symphonic Music, where Managing Director Sheikha Alia bint Khalid Al Qassimi was invited …

ABU DHABI/WAM Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD Group, and Barakat Group, a UAE-based fresh food and juice producer, on Wednesday announced the commencement of construction of a dedicated baby food manufacturing facility through Barakat Group’s joint venture with Pure Baby Food Industries, in KEZAD. The project marks the development of the Gulf Cooperation Council’s first industrial-scale facility dedicated …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Wednesday received a written message from His Excellency Lee Jae-myung, President of the Republic of Korea, regarding cooperation between the two countries and opportunities to further strengthen ties as part of their Special Strategic Partnership. The message was delivered by His Excellency Kang Hoon-sik, Special Envoy of …

ABU DHABI / WAM The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector in the Emirate, has published the Guideline for Management of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Developed in collaboration with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS), the guideline establishes a unified benchmark for clinical practice that integrates the latest diagnosis and treatment of multiple sclerosis, …