ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a Federal Decree No 27 of 2024 to establish the UAE Aid Agency, affiliated with the International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council. The agency shall have an independent juridical personality and full legal capacity to act. The agency is tasked with implementing foreign aid programmes ...

Dr Vishal Pawar,  Specialist Neurologist GULF TIME Why is vertigo such a significant health concern in UAE? Imagine feeling like the world is spinning uncontrollably around you when you’re trying to go about your daily routine. But why is vertigo so widespread, and what can be done to manage it effectively? Let’s dive deeper. What symptoms do patients commonly experience ...

BAKU/WAM The 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC (COP29) is being held in Baku, Azerbaijan, from 11th to 22nd November 2024.COP29 aims to limit global warming to 1.5°C, emphasising the urgent need for investment in climate action. The approach involves boosting ambition through national plans and transparency while driving action with effective financing to ...

ABU DHABI/WAM The United Arab Emirates is set to make a significant impact at China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition 2024 by showcasing its promising aviation and aerospace sectors. The 15th edition of the prestigious event, scheduled for November 12 to17 in Zhuhai, China, will serve as a platform for the UAE to highlight its technological prowess and strategic partnerships. ...

KUWAIT/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has departed the State of Kuwait, concluding a state visit. His Highness Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Sabah, Crown Prince of Kuwait, along with several Sheikhs and senior officials, led the delegation bidding farewell to His Highness and the accompanying delegation at the Amiri Airport.

KUWAIT/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in Kuwait today on a state visit. Upon arrival at the Amiri Airport, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed was warmly received by His Highness Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Emir of Kuwait, and His Highness Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Sabah, Crown Prince of Kuwait. A formal welcome ceremony ...

MOSCOW/WAM The UAE national team is participating in the BRICS Esports Championship 2024 in Moscow. The UAE team will compete in Tekken 8 and take on teams from China, Russia, Brazil, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, and Iran at Moscow’s VK Play Arena. Players will face off in round-robin group stages and Olympic-style playoffs before the finals on Sunday, November 10 ...

KUWAIT/WAMUAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Highness Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Emir of the State of Kuwait, discussed the close fraternal and historical relations between the UAE and Kuwait and explored avenues to enhance cooperation across various fields to serve mutual interests. The talks were held during a meeting between His Highness Sheikh ...

DUBAI/WAM Following the directive of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Humanitarian has mobilised urgent relief supplies for people directly affected by the conflict in Lebanon. The relief material provided by the UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, totals 192 metric tonnes. Transportation by land allows ...

DUBAI/WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE, Ruler of Dubai has approved the five-year plan for internal roads (2025-2029). The plan encompasses 21 projects spreading across 12 residential, commercial, and industrial areas, with a total of 634 km of new roads costing AED 3.7 billion. This plan reflects His Highness’s keenness ...