July, 2025

• 24 July

  Sharjah Art Foundation announces curators of Sharjah Biennial 17

  

  SHARJAH / WAM Sharjah Art Foundation announced that Angela Harutyunyan and Paula Nascimento have been appointed as the curators of Sharjah Biennial 17, opening in January 2027. Harutyunyan is Professor of Contemporary Art and Theory, Berlin University of the Arts and Nascimento is an independent curator and architect based in Luanda. Hoor Al Qasimi, President and Director of Sharjah Art …

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• 24 July

  CDA, Dubai Culture launch ‘Zad Rashid’ initiative to inspire children to read, uphold cultural values

  

  DUBAI / WAM The Community Development Authority (CDA) in Dubai, in collaboration with the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), has announced the launch of the ‘Zad Rashid’ initiative. Aimed at nurturing a culture of reading among children in Dubai and strengthening their national and linguistic identity, the initiative, among other activities, includes the distribution of 1,000 complete home …

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• 24 July

  Masdar, Iberdrola achieve financial close for €5.2bn East Anglia THREE Offshore wind project

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM Masdar, a global clean energy leader, and Iberdrola, one of the world’s largest energy companies, today announced they have reached financial close for the 1.4-gigawatt (GW) East Anglia THREE offshore wind farm, in one of the biggest offshore wind transactions this decade. Project financing facilities totalling £3.6 billion (€4.1 billion) have been secured with 23 banks …

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• 24 July

  Restoring Mind, Body and Spirit through Mindfulness and Spiritual Healing at Kamalaya Koh Samui

  

  DUBAI / GULF TIME In an increasingly hyperconnected world, where relentless demands and digital distractions have become woven into the fabric of daily life, Kamalaya Koh Samui Wellness Sanctuary offers a sanctuary for those seeking genuine reprieve. Tucked away on the idyllic island of Koh Samui in Thailand, this multi-award-winning wellness retreat has long been celebrated for its deeply considered …

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• 24 July

  Sharjah real estate transactions surge 48.1% to AED27bn in H1 2025

  

  SHARJAH / WAM Sharjah’s real estate sector recorded AED27 billion in transactions during the first half of 2025, a 48.1 percent increase from AED18.2 billion in the same period last year. Additionally, the number of transactions carried out by the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department reached 48,059, representing a 3.3 percent increase compared to 46,524 transactions during the same period …

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• 24 July

  Joint Statement on Israel’s Knesset approval of declaration to impose sovereignty over occupied West Bank

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM The United Arab Emirates, the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Republic of Indonesia, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the State of Palestine, the State of Qatar, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Republic of Türkiye, the League of Arab States and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), …

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• 24 July

  MoFA launches inaugural Customer Council for accredited diplomatic missions in UAE

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA), committed to providing excellent services, has organised its inaugural Customer Council for accredited diplomatic missions in the UAE for the year 2025. The event, co-developed with the Prime Minister’s Office, was attended by Omar Obaid AlHesan AlShamsi, Undersecretary of MoFA, and Mohamed Rashid bin Taliah, Head of Government Services for …

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• 24 July

  UAE continues maintenance of water wells in Gaza under ‘Operation Chivalrous Knight 3’

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM The United Arab Emirates is continuing to carry out maintenance works on potable water wells in central Gaza as part of its ongoing “Operation Chivalrous Knight 3” humanitarian mission. The project is supported by Sharjah Charity International, Saqr bin Mohammed Al Qasimi Charity and Humanitarian Foundation, Dar Al Ber Society, in coordination with the Coastal Municipalities …

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• 24 July

  Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed chairs 2nd meeting of International Humanitarian and Philanthropy Council

  

  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 and Chairman of the International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council (IHPC), has chaired the second IHPC meeting. The meeting discussed the strategic direction of the foreign aid sector and reviewed the 2024 Foreign Aid Report, as …

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• 24 July

  India’s leading real estate developer, Casagrand, to deliver first UAE project in Dubai Island, with plans to develop

  

  DUBAI / GULF TIME Marking a defining milestone in its global growth journey, Casagrand, one of India’s most trusted and fastest-growing real estate brands, has announced its strategic entry into the UAE. The company’s first premium residential project on Dubai Islands is expected to be officially announced soon. This foray into the international market is part of Casagrand’s long-term vision …

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