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ABU DHABI/WAM The Al Maqta Iftar Cannon, operated by Abu Dhabi Police’s Police Legacy Department, upholds timeless Ramadan traditions. Initially used for defence, it became a custom that the cannons at Al Maqta Tower would also be fired at the ruler’s direction upon the sighting of the Ramadan or Eid crescent. Today, the cannons continue to be used in this ...

ABU DHABI/WAM The UAE’s Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has on Sunday reaffirmed the need for all natural persons who are subject to corporate tax to submit their tax registration applications for corporate tax no later than the end March 2025. Failure to do so will mean violating tax regulations and incurring the associated administrative penalties. In an announcement issued on ...

ABU DHABI/WAM The UAE’s Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements (CEPAs) with countries worldwide are paving the way for Emirati companies to play a pivotal role in digital trade and shape the future of this sector. As part of its commitment to a future-ready economy, the UAE has successfully integrated advanced technologies across its key industries, reinforcing its leadership in setting global ...

ABU DHABI/AD MEDIA OFFICE The General Administration of Abu Dhabi Customs has issued Administrative Decision No. (33) of 2025, amending Administrative Decision No. (244) of 2024 concerning the establishment and regulation of customs centres within Abu Dhabi. The decision includes the establishment of a new customs centre: Sir Bani Yas Airport Customs Centre, which will operate under the supervision of ...

JEDDAH/WAM DP World and Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) have unveiled the new state-of-the-art South Container Terminal at Jeddah Islamic Port, marking a major milestone in DP World’s SAR3 billion ($800 million) expansion and development programme to upgrade the terminal and enhance Saudi Arabia’s position as a leading global trade hub. The three-year project has transformed South Container Terminal into one ...

DUBAI/WAM S&P Global Ratings has projected that the UAE’s insurance sector will maintain positive growth prospects in 2025, with growth expected to range between 10% and 20% in 2025, following an estimated 20% expansion in 2024. The agency also highlighted that other Gulf countries will experience similarly favourable growth conditions in their insurance markets, with expected growth rates ranging from ...

ABU DHABI/WAM The United Arab Emirates will celebrate the International Women’s Day tomorrow, which falls on 8th March each year, as the nation continues its journey of empowering Emirati women at “full speed,” achieving remarkable milestones that enhance the country’s sustainable development path. Women’s issues hold a top priority in the vision of the UAE’s leadership, which views women as ...

AJMAN/WAM The Ajman Department of Tourism Development (ADTD) has successfully concluded its participation in ITB Berlin 2025, held in Berlin from March 4 to 6. The exhibition witnessed significant attendance and widespread participation from key industry leaders, tour operators, and travel enthusiasts from around the world. The department showcased Ajman’s top offerings in tourism, culture, and hospitality through various activities. ...

NEW YORK/ WAM Amid deep cuts to global humanitarian funding, the UN’s Central Emergency Response Fund, CERF, allocated $110 million to neglected crises across Africa, Asia and Latin America. The UN’s top aid official, Tom Fletcher, said that more than 300 million people urgently need assistance. But funding has been falling annually, and this year’s levels are projected to drop ...

DUBAI/WAM H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, issued Executive Council Resolution No. (15) of 2025 appointing Dr. Rabaa Al Sumaiti as CEO of the Rashid and Latifa Schools Establishment. The resolution will be effective from the date of its ...