ABU DHABI / WAM The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) affirmed that the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) announcement regarding the UAE’s completion of the requirements of the agreed Action Plan with the FATF and its exit from the enhanced monitoring process reflects the synergy of national efforts to combat money laundering and terrorism financing. It also reflects close …

ABU DHABI / WAM The third edition of Investopia (Investopia 2024) ended on a high note after laying out a new investment roadmap, particularly for those in the new economic sectors, for the business communities, decision-makers, investors and global financial institutions. The latest edition of the event discussed key themes surrounding sustainable economic development and contributed to strengthening dialogue between …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, sent a congratulatory cable to President Rumen Radev of the Republic of Bulgaria, on the occasion of his country’s National Day. 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, …

DUBAI / WAM HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), announced today that DIEZ’s operating profit surged by 64.6 percent from the previous year, underscoring its pivotal impact on the Dubai economy. With the market value of its net assets exceeding AED20.8 billion, DIEZ succeeded in reinforcing growth in earnings before …

DUBAI / WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, today visited the 30th edition of the Dubai International Boat Show, the largest and most established marine lifestyle show in the Middle East, being organised by the Dubai World Trade Centre at Dubai Harbour. Speaking on the …

DUBAI / WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, today toured the 17th edition of Art Dubai, a leading global platform for art and artists from the Middle East and the Global South being held at Madinat Jumeirah from 1-3 March. Speaking on the occasion of the tour, His Highness …

ABU DHABI / WAM Abu Dhabi Airports (AD Airports) has received the prestigious “Airport Operator of the Year” award at the highly anticipated Aviation Achievement Awards 2024. This recognition is a testament to the exceptional achievements and progress made by Abu Dhabi Airports between 2023 and 2024, showcasing a period of unprecedented growth and innovation. Elena Sorlini, Managing Director, Chief …

ABU DHABI / WAM Switzerland supports the plurilateral initiatives in the World Trade Organisation (WTO) for their important role in driving global investments and climate action, according to the country’s head of the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), Helene Budliger Artieda. Switzerland, as a net investment exporter, supports the Investment Facilitation for Development (IFD) Initiative that aims to develop …

ABU DHABI / WAM The WIN Symposium 2024, a landmark event in precision oncology, has officially commenced in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant collaboration between the Worldwide Innovative Network (WIN) Consortium and Burjeel Holdings. This two-day annual global congress of the WIN Consortium brings together over 500 physicians, researchers, and scientists in the field from 30 countries to explore the …

ABU DHABI / WAM H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in the Al Dhafra Region, has expressed his pride in UAE National talents leading the UAE Peaceful Nuclear Energy Programme, and their continued efforts in implementing the vision of leadership to drive the nation towards a sustainable, prosperous future. The UAE has made significant progress in bringing …