DUBAI / GULF TIME Danube Group, a leading conglomerate in the Middle East and Dubai SME, a subsidiary of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, have signed a Cooperation Agreement to diversify the buyer base and expand market opportunities for Emirati-owned SMEs. The signing ceremony took place at …

DUBAI / GULF TIME The UAE has many new destinations for leisure and adventure experiences. One of the latest hub is Adventure Island, which is now open at Bahar Plaza on the JBR, Dubai. It offers two distinct arenas, PIXEL and Laser Island, with immersive LED floor gaming and laser tag experiences as both an indoor adventure spot and event …

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE Rabdan Academy has hosted an event for orphaned children as part of its Together We Thrive social responsibility initiative at SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, Yas Island. In collaboration with the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) and SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, Yas Island, the event welcomed 15 orphaned children aged between 5 and 12 years-old, accompanied by their …

ABU DHABI/WAM Lorenzo Fanara, Ambassador of Italy to the United Arab Emirates, has shared insights into the dynamic and flourishing relationship between Italy and the UAE. In a statement on the Italian Republic Day, the ambassador highlighted the remarkable growth across various sectors, including the economy, tourism, trade, culture, and investments. Emphasising the recent advancements, Ambassador Fanara remarked, “Since I …

DUBAI-AMMAN/ WAM The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives’ (MBRGI) Digital School has partnered with Jordan’s Ministry of Education to transform the Emirati-Jordanian Refugee Camp’s school in Mrajeeb Al Fhood into a full-fledged digital school, serving grades 1-12. The Digital School Initiative has been created primarily to empower refugees and underserved students. The initiative caters to young people irrespective …

DUBAI/ WAM The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that it will establish the SAF Registry (Registry) to accelerate the uptake of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) by authoritatively accounting and reporting emissions reductions from SAF. Seventeen airlines, one airline group, six national authorities, three Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and one fuel producer are already supporting the effort to develop the …

DUBAI / WAM Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), unveiled the details of the Dubai Commercial and Logistics Land Transport Strategy 2030. Along with a roadmap and associated projects, this strategy has been approved by the Dubai Executive Council, chaired by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed …

ABU DHABI/ WAM His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, today arrived in Abu Dhabi on a fraternal visit to the UAE. President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan was at the forefront of receiving His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and the accompanying delegation upon their arrival at the Presidential …

ABU DHABI/ WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan discussed today with His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al -Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, fraternal relations and ways to enhance cooperation and collaboration in various fields to achieve the mutual interests of both countries and their visions for sustainable development and prosperity. During the …

ABU DHABI/WAM H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, has chaired the first meeting of the BRICS Steering Committee, which was held via video conferencing in the presence of many UAE ministers and officials. The meeting reviewed the most remarkable developments regarding the UAE’s participation in the BRICS group, and discussed ways to enhance this participation …