ABU DHABI/WAM Mubadala Investment Company, the Abu Dhabi-based investment company, announced its agreement to acquire a minority stake in Nord Anglia Education, a leading international schools organisation, for $600 million. Mubadala will join the consortium led by global investment organisation EQT which includes Neuberger Berman, Canada Pension Plan Investment Board, Corporación Financiera Alba, SA, and Dubai Holding. Alvin Teh, Head …
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ABU DHABI/WAM Tadweer Group has signed an agreement with China’s SFECO Group to explore the development of a manufacturing facility in Abu Dhabi that will convert industrial solid waste into green building materials. The agreement supports Tadweer Group’s commitment to unlocking the value of waste and fostering circular economy practices in line with Abu Dhabi’s wider sustainability objectives. The facility …
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ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to President Ahmed Al-Sharaa of the Syrian Arab Republic on the occasion of Evacuation Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed …
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DUBAI/GULF TIME This Easter, Grand Mercure Dubai City brings a fresh, seasonal twist to its culinary offerings with two thoughtfully curated experiences at the hotel’s signature venues — Walima Restaurant and Qova Café. Whether it’s a family-friendly Sunday lunch or an elegant afternoon treat, the hotel invites guests to savour the essence of Easter on 20 April and beyond. The …
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ABU DHABI/WAM H.H.Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, has visited Sir Bani Yas Island and reviewed ongoing development and tourism plans. H.H.Sheikh Hamdan also received an update on the results of recent archaeological excavations and heritage preservation efforts on the island, and toured Sir Bani Yas Church and Monastery and the new Visitor Services …
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ABU DHABI/WAM H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, received a delegation from the European Parliament’s Committee on Foreign Affairs, headed by David McAllister. During the meeting, which took place today in Abu Dhabi, both sides reviewed the cooperation relations between the United Arab Emirates and the European Union and discussed ways …
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ABU DHABI/GULF TIME HE Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Khalifa International Award for Date Palm and Agricultural Innovation, announced the launch of the “International Consortium for Red Palm Weevil Control” during HE’s speech at the Award’s Winners Honoring ceremony, on Wednesday. The Consortium, established under the a partnership …
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ABU DHABI / WAM Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court; Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, Chairman of Khalifa International Award for Date Palm and Agricultural Innovation Board of Trustees, attended the award’s winners honouring ceremony, in its …
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DUBAI/WAM The transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) will be under the spotlight at Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which takes place from April 28 to May 1 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The international travel event will gather experts and thought leaders in AI from around the world to explore how AI is changing the landscape of leisure and …
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DUBAI/WAM Kamil Al-Awadhi, Regional Vice President for Africa and the Middle East at International Air Transport Association (IATA), described the UAE as a “global role model” for aviation development, pointing to the speed of progress, quality of infrastructure, and efficient operations in the country. In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of the IATA World Cargo …
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