SAN JOSE / WAM Manuel Tovar, Minister of Foreign Trade of Costa Rica, hails the UAE as a “reliable partner and trade gateway” to the Middle East and Gulf countries, following the signing of a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the two countries. In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of the CEPA signing, Tovar …

SAN JOSE / WAM Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, stated that Costa Rica and the UAE share many areas of strategic cooperation, culminating in the signing of a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). This reflects their commitment to developing resilient, sustainable, and future-oriented economies relying on innovation, investment, and trade to drive sustainable …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to President Emmerson Mnangagwa of Zimbabwe, on the occasion of his country’s Independence 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, Vice …

ABU DHABI/WAM President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and His Excellency Rodrigo Chaves Robles, President of Costa Rica, have witnessed the signing of the UAE-Costa Rica Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) during a virtual ceremony. The agreement, which was signed by Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, and Manuel Tovar, …

ABU DHABI/WAM President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has reaffirmed that the safety and security of citizens and residents is the top priority of the UAE government. His Highness also expressed his appreciation for the level of awareness and responsibility demonstrated by people during the adverse weather conditions witnessed recently across the country. His Highness has directed …

ABU DHABI/WAM H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, has attended the World Future Energy Summit 2024 at ADNEC Abu Dhabi. The summit gathers industry leaders, innovators and policymakers to discuss clean energy solutions and sustainable initiatives. Sheikh Theyab praised the efforts of the UAE to …

DUBAI / WAM Dubai International (DXB) is advising passengers not to come to the airport, unless absolutely necessary due to the unprecedented weather conditions in the country. In a statement, Dubai Airports said that flights continue to be delayed and diverted. Passengers are advised to contact their respective airlines for the latest information on flight status. Dubai Airports assures passengers …

ABU DHABI / WAM The UAE Ministry of Finance has completed its participation in the second round of working group meetings under the Finance Track of the 2024 G20 in Brasília, Brazil, held between March and April 2024. The ministry participated in working group meetings that included the Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion (GPFI), the Global Alliance against Hunger and …

ABU DHABI / WAM Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company “Masdar”, one of the world’s largest clean energy companies, and Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the largest ‘premium aluminium’ producer in the world, agreed an alliance to work together on aluminium decarbonisation and low-carbon aluminium growth opportunities. The signing was witnessed by Dr Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and …

PARIS / WAM Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, participated in meetings during the International Humanitarian Conference for Sudan, held in Paris, which was co-organised by France, Germany and the European Union (EU). The conference was attended by several countries as well as international and regional organisations aiming to further advance peace initiatives in Sudan. During the …