DUBAI / WAM The Ministry of Finance has announced the launch of a dedicated page for the World Bank’s advisory services on its website. The webpage allows local entities to apply for the bank’s advisory services and monitor the status of their requests efficiently. Younis Haji Al Khoori, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Finance, highlighted the long-standing and strategic partnership ...

ABU DHABI / WAM Maqta Gateway, part of AD Ports Group’s Digital Cluster, on Monday announced the signing of a partnering agreement with Presight AI Technologies LLC to jointly deliver cutting-edge AI-powered digitalised solutions for trade and logistics with the objective of driving local innovation and elevating global competitiveness of their combined expertise in international markets. Under the terms of ...

ABU DHABI / WAM Under the directives of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, February 28 has been designated as Emirati Day for Education, to be observed annually. This day honours the vital role of education in the UAE’s development and progress, and its contribution to the growth of society and the nation’s cultural renaissance. His ...

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of condolence to President Ramchandra Paudel of Nepal over the victims of floods caused by heavy rains that resulted in a number of deaths and injuries, wishing a speedy recovery to all the injured. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, ...

    SHARJAH / WAM The first Arabic Cultural Institute in Milan has drawn significant public interest within its first two days. Over 300 membership applications were submitted, underscoring the pressing need for a platform that connects Arab and European cultures, brings together writers, publishers, and cultural enthusiasts, and encourages exchanging ideas, initiatives, events, and collaborative projects. These efforts highlight ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The Abu Dhabi Centre for Community and Legal Awareness, “Masouliya,” at the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD), has launched an awareness campaign to address the growing threat of cyber extortion. The campaign aims to educate various segments of society about the risks associated with this crime, fostering protection and prevention measures, especially in light of the ...

NEW YORK / WAM HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has met with Rubén Ramírez Lezcano, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Paraguay, on the sidelines of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA 79) in New York. The meeting was attended by Gustavo Villate, Minister for Information and Communications ...

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to President Mokgweetsi Eric Masisi of the Republic of Botswana, on the occasion of his country’s National Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness ...

ABU DHABI/WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, have sent congratulatory messages to Harini Amarasuriya on her appointment as Prime Minister of Sri Lanka.

ABU DHABI/WAM The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has announced the postponement of the deadline to file a tax return and settle corporate tax payable to December 31 2024, applicable to short tax periods ending on or before February 29 2024. The FTA issued Decision No 7 of 2024 on the postponement of the deadline to file a tax return and ...