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DUBAI/WAM Statistics from the Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Centre revealed that the aviation sector in the UAE has recorded remarkable growth, with total passenger traffic through the country’s airports surpassing one billion between 2015 and 2024, while total aircraft movements exceeded 6.4 million. The report, issued by the Centre, highlighted that the UAE ranked first globally in the air transport ...

ABU DHABI/WAM The Emirates Nuclear Energy Company (ENEC) today marks one year since the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant achieved full-fleet operations. All four APR1400 reactor units are together generating 25% of the UAE’s electricity needs, significantly expanding the UAE’s baseload electricity production to boost national energy security and sustainability. Over the past 12 months, Barakah has delivered 40 terawatt-hours (TWh) ...

BUDAPEST / WAM Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade, embarked on an official visit to Hungary, engaging in productive discussions with key Hungarian government and private sector officials to enhance trade, investment, and private sector collaboration between the two nations. Al Zeyoudi held high-level meetings with Péter Szijjártó, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade ...

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has launched the EAD Avatar, a pioneering AI-powered solution designed to revolutionise how the agency communicates with the public. This took place during EAD’s participation at the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX), held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from 30 August ...

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE Louvre Abu Dhabi has revealed the first cohort of scholars selected for its newly launched Fellowships and Grants Programme. The initiative is designed to advance original research in the fields of art history, museum studies, archaeology, heritage science, and conservation. Following a highly competitive global call that garnered 173 submissions from around the world, ...

DUBAI / WAM DXB LIVE, the integrated event management and experiential agency of Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), continues to elevate its regional and global stature with a remarkable 40 per cent growth in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period last year. During this period, DXB LIVE delivered services to 127 events spanning local, regional, and ...

AL AIN / GULF TIME Located in the heart of Al Ain at Villa No. 46, Al Ajyad St., Central District, Annyeong Spa has been a premier destination for those seeking an authentic Korean wellness experience for over a year. Bringing the essence of traditional Korean Jjimjilbang culture to Abu Dhabi, this spa provides a tranquil retreat focused on relaxation, ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The Meeting of Muslim Religious Leaders of BRICS Countries honoured TRENDS, represented by its CEO, Dr Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali, with the “Personality of the Year 2025” award, in recognition of his scientific and research efforts in supporting the Sustainable Development Goals. The award coincided with the 11th anniversary of the establishment of TRENDS Research & Advisory. ...

ABU DHABI / WAM ADNOC Gas plc and its subsidiaries on Monday announced that its shares have been selected for inclusion in the FTSE Emerging Index — part of the FTSE Russell Global Equity Index Series (GEIS) – with inclusion effective when markets open on September 22. ADNOC Gas believes this milestone will enhance its visibility among global institutional investors, ...

ABU DHABI / WAM ADGM, the international financial centre (IFC) of Abu Dhabi, reinforced its position as the largest and fastest-growing financial hub in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region during the first half of 2025, with more than 11,000 active licenses and a 42% jump in assets under management. During the period, ADGM also emerged as the ...