August, 2025

• 12 August

  Sharjah Ruler approves Sharjah Archives’ organisational structure

  

  SHARJAH / WAM His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has signed an official order that sets up the new organisation for the Sharjah Archives. The Emiri Decree has approved the general organisational structure of the Sharjah National Archives, and the Executive Council will take the necessary steps based on this …

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• 12 August

  Muslim Council of Elders participates in organising G20 Interfaith Forum in South Africa

  

  CAPE TOWN / WAM The Muslim Council of Elders is co-organising the G20 Interfaith Forum (IF20), hosted in Cape Town, South Africa, from 10th to 14th August 2025, under the theme “Ubuntu in Action: Focusing on Marginalised Communities.” The Forum unites a coalition of global voices dedicated to shaping inclusive and ethical policies, bringing together religious leaders, civil society organiations, …

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• 12 August

  MoHAP strengthens partnership with private hospitals to enhance national newborn screening programme

  

  DUBAI / WAM The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) held a coordination meeting with representatives from private hospitals to discuss ways to improve the national newborn screening programme and ensure its alignment with the UAE’s approved national standards in accordance with federal health legislation. The meeting was held as part of the Ministry’s commitment to promoting proactive healthcare and …

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• 12 August

  Andalusia Group Expands into Barcelona with the Launch of Oliva 1852

  

  DUBAI / GULF TIME Barcelona’s real estate market continues to attract global interest, with over €4.5 billion invested annually in property transactions and a renovation sector valued at more than €20 billion across Spain—a significant portion concentrated in Catalonia, home to one of Europe’s richest architectural legacies. Against this backdrop, Andalusia Group, one of Dubai’s leading development firms, has announced …

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• 12 August

  Baker Tilly International Expands Regional Presence with Launch of New UAE Network Firm Led by New CEO

  

  DUBAI / GULF TIME Baker Tilly International, a top 10 global network of accounting and advisory firms with presence in over 140 countries and with over 43,000 people, has announced the official launch of its new member firm in the United Arab Emirates. Headquartered in Dubai and led by newly appointed CEO and Managing Partner Saad Maniar, the UAE firm …

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• 12 August

  Sharjah Ruler approves Sharjah Archives’ organisational structure

  

  SHARJAH / WAM His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has signed an official order that sets up the new organisation for the Sharjah Archives. The Emiri Decree has approved the general organisational structure of the Sharjah National Archives, and the Executive Council will take the necessary steps based on this …

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• 11 August

  Emirates NBD’s zero-fee local equities trading reports more than AED5 billion in customer trades

  

  DUBAI / WAM Emirates NBD is marking a year since the launch of its groundbreaking zero-transaction-fee initiative for trading local equities via its award-winning digital wealth platform, accessible through ENBD X. Launched on 26 August 2024, the offering has significantly increased access to local markets, empowering investors to trade UAE-listed equities commission-free. The impact of the zero-transaction-fee initiative has been significant: …

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• 11 August

  UAE leaders congratulate President of Chad on Independence Day

  

  ABU DHABI/ WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, President of the Republic of Chad, 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 …

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• 11 August

  Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority enhances AI ecosystem

  

  ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE The Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority has signed a cooperation agreement with the Advanced Technology Research Council, with the aim of fostering collaboration in the fields of artificial intelligence, developing integrated strategies and training specialised national talent, and advancing safety and civil protection in Abu Dhabi to ensure its long-term sustainability. The agreement was …

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• 11 August

  Sharjah Ruler directs employment of 700 citizens by 2025 end

  

  SHARJAH / WAM His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has made an important announcement to ensure that 700 Emirati citizens will be hired in the emirate’s government by the end of 2025. Additionally, H.H. Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed approved promotions for 1,523 employees within the government. These promotions, which …

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