ABU DHABI/WAM In a strategic step to advance its digital transformation, the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) announced commencing a comprehensive transition of its services and infrastructure to cloud computing. This step aligns with the Abu Dhabi government’s vision, spearheaded by the Department of Government Enablement (DGE), to enable a fully AI-native government by 2027. Through this ...

DUBAI / GULF TIME AVENEW Development announced the launch of MODO, the first phase of its over AED 1.3 billion flagship project, AVENEW 888. This groundbreaking project represents a new era of urban living in Dubai South, creating a place where residents can truly live, grow, and feel at home. AVENEW 888 is where every detail celebrates harmony, wellbeing, connection, ...

DUBAI/WAM The Dubai Judicial Institute (DJI) has issued its annual report for 2024, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to empowering the judicial workforce and enhancing its capabilities. The report highlights a series of exceptional achievements that underscore the Institute’s pivotal role in advancing judicial and legal competencies. These efforts reflect the vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid ...

DUBAI/WAM Dubai Police have arrested and extradited to authorities in Belgium three prime suspects wanted in that country in connection with cases of cross-border organised crime. The trio were listed in the most wanted category by the International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL) and the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol). The three Belgian nationals were held based on ...

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of the Republic of Türkiye, held a phone call today to discuss bilateral cooperation across all sectors that support development and progress in both nations and serve shared interests. The call reflected the close ties and comprehensive economic partnership between the ...

DUBAI/GULF TIME Talal Group Launches Sustainable Initiative with Free Reusable Bags Across UAE OutletsDubai, July 11, 2025 – Talal Group, through its Talal Market chain, kicked off a significant sustainability initiative this morning across its UAE outlets. The event saw the distribution of free reusable bags to valid customers, highlighting the company’s commitment to a greener future.The launch, attended by ...

ABU DHABI/WAM AD Ports Group, a leading enabler of global trade, logistics, and industry, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Critical Minerals Forum (CMF) to establish a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening global critical minerals supply chains. This collaboration leverages AD Ports Group’s extensive network of operational ports, terminals, and shipping routes to support the ...

ROME/WAM The United Arab Emirates reaffirmed its enduring commitment to Ukraine’s recovery and to strategic international cooperation at the 2025 Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC) in Rome. The UAE delegation was led by Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation. Co-hosted by the Governments of Italy and Ukraine, this year’s conference provided a vital platform to align ...

ABU DHABI/WAM The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has revoked the licence of Al Khazna Insurance Company P.S.C (Al Khazna), pursuant to the Article 33 of Federal Decree Law No.48 of 2023 regulating Insurance Activities (the Insurance Law). This is due to Al Khazna’s failure to meet the licencing requirements necessary to conduct insurance business during the period of ...

ABU DHABI/WAM The United Arab Emirates hosted a meeting between Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, and Nikol Pashinyan, Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia. The two leaders discussed bilateral relations and explored ways to support efforts to build trust and promote stability in the South Caucasus region. President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan ...