DUBAI / WAM The Ministry of Finance (MoF) organised two high-level panel discussions on the opening day of the World Government Summit (WGS) 2025, taking place from 11th to 13th February in Dubai. The sessions brought together global policymakers, financial experts, and senior officials to explore strategies for strengthening multilateral cooperation and enhancing the resilience of Gulf economies. The two ...

DUBAI / WAM The World Governments Summit (WGS) 2025 opened on Tuesday in Dubai under the theme “Shaping Future Governments,” drawing record international participation. Running until February 14, the 12th edition of the summit brings together heads of state and government, international and regional organisations, global institutions, and leading experts to explore key future trends in governance and critical sectors. ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The General Women’s Union (GWU) and the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) have signed a cooperation agreement to empower and support female talent development while encouraging their participation in the economic sector. This partnership contributes to advancing sustainable development in Abu Dhabi and the UAE. The agreement is part of ongoing efforts to enable ...

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a Federal Decree granting His Excellency Dr Omar Habtoor Al Darei, Chairman of the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat, the rank of Minister. The Decree shall be published in the official gazette and shall be effective from the date of issuance.

DUBAI / WAM H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, received today Bui Thanh Son, Vietnam’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, on the sidelines of the World Government Summit (WGS) in Dubai. During the meeting, Sheikh Abdullah and Bui Thanh Son discussed ways to develop ties in all fields for the ...

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, the 16th edition of the Al Dhafra Maritime Festival is set to take place from 14-23 February 2025 on the coast of Al Mugheirah, Al Dhafra, Abu Dhabi. Organised by the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority and Abu Dhabi Marine Sports ...

RAS AL KHAIMAH / WAM H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, received Haitham Mattar, Managing Director, India, Middle East & Africa, IHG Hotels & Resorts, at his palace in Saqr bin Mohammed City today. The meeting was attended by Raki Phillips, CEO of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA). ...

DUBAI/WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, met with Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), ...

DUBAI/WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, attended the graduation ceremony of 244 participants from 33 countries who took part in 11 international government leadership programmes. Organised by the UAE Government, the programmes reflect its commitment to strengthening global partnerships under the UAE Government Knowledge Exchange Programme. The ceremony took ...

DUBAI/WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, honoured the winners of the first edition of the ‘Zero Bureaucracy Award’ ...