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DUBAI / WAM Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) launches the second edition of the “Design Gov” programme, which will involve government entities in designing strategies and initiatives to make Dubai one of the most liveable cities on Earth. Khalfan Belhoul, CEO of DFF, said, “This programme will empower future government leaders with critical skills and tools, including design thinking, creativity, identifying …

DOHA / WAM The UAE delegation participated in the third session of the Arab Economy and Cooperation Forum with Central Asian States and the Republic of Azerbaijan, held in Doha under the theme ‘Prospects for mutual cooperation amidst challenges and aspirations’. The country’s delegation was represented at the forum by Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, …

ABU DHABI / WAM First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) has announced a solid net profit of AED4.2 billion and revenue of AED8.0 billion for the first quarter of 2024, underlining the bank’s consistent growth trajectory. The bank’s stellar performance is evidenced by revenue that grew 18% year-on-year (YoY) to AED8.0 billion, propelled by core operational growth, balance sheet expansion, higher …

GULF TIME Vapiano is set to introduce breakfast for the first time in its history across its UAE outlets, marking an exciting new chapter for the international dining brand. The new Vapiano Breakfast Menu has been created to bring a fresh, social, and relaxed international lifestyle experience to the morning dining scene, offering guests a new way to begin their …

NEW WEST ZONE SUPERMARKET LLC, the registered and exclusive owner of the trademark “WEST ZONE” in the United Arab Emirates, hereby declares that  the company has no procurement or marketing branch operating in any of the Emirates in the UAE except “ Dubai”. The public, customers, and suppliers are hereby cautioned not to deal with any entity claiming to represent or belong …

ABU DHABI/WAM The Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) is calling on investors to collect their dividends through First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the paying agent appointed to handle the process. This comes as a part of its ongoing efforts to protect the rights of shareholders in companies listed on the UAE stock exchanges and ensure they claim any outstanding entitlements …

DUBAI/WAM Capital.com, the high-growth global trading platform and fintech group, has announced it is now offering its customers access to the principal UAE stock markets – becoming one of the first major trading platforms to do so. In a move that reflects the growing interest in the region’s economy, Capital.com is providing full coverage of the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange …

ABU DHABI / WAM The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), the second-largest exchange in the Middle East, on Tuesday welcomed the successful listing of Alpha Data, a leading digital transformation provider and systems integrator in the UAE. This marks the UAE’s first IPO and the exchange’s second offering in 2025, reinforcing the exchange’s commitment to broadening the market and offering …