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UMM AL QAIWAIN / WAM The UAE economy is experiencing accelerated growth, driven by the strong performance of non-oil sectors, high-quality foreign and local investments, flexible economic legislation and labour market incentives, in addition to the stability and security enjoyed by the country. Umm Al Qaiwain stands as a clear example of the progress and development of the UAE economy, …

ABU DHABI / WAM The United Arab Emirates has signed a cooperation agreement with the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) to support urgent humanitarian efforts in Sudan, allocating US$11 million as part of the US$100 million pledged by the UAE during the United Nations Security Council meeting in October. The agreement was signed by Dr. …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan will begin a working visit to the Republic of India today. During the visit, His Highness will hold talks with His Excellency Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India, to explore opportunities to strengthen bilateral cooperation, reflecting the longstanding ties and Comprehensive Strategic and Economic Partnerships between …

  A report by “W Capital”, the Dubai-based real estate brokerage show that Dubai’s property market sales have surpassed AED 2 trillion over the past five years, reflecting strong demand and improved investor confidence. “Dubai’s real estate market continues to maintain strength and annual growth, benefiting from ongoing supportive factors, mature regulations governing the sector, and proactive regulatory bodies that …

ABU DHABI/AD MEDIA OFFICE Abu Dhabi has ranked first on the world’s safest cities list in 2026, the 10th consecutive year it has topped the list compiled by online database Numbeo, reflecting the emirate’s global leadership in promoting security, stability, and quality of life. His Excellency Major General Ahmed Saif bin Zaitoon Al Muhairi, Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police, highlighted …

Global sports apparel provider Decathlon has partnered with eVulpa as the exclusive partner of the prestigious FIBA WASL (West Asia Super League) for the 2025-2026 season. The partnership covers all games in the Sub-Zone leagues (FIBA WASL-Gulf League and FIBA WASL-West Asia League) and FIBA WASL Final 8 in the regional league owned and operated by FIBA’s Regional Office in …

Walid Al Zarooni, Chairman of W Capital Real Estate Brokerage, has retained his 5-star ranking among real estate brokers in Dubai for 2025, for the fourth consecutive year, scoring 92.63 points. According to the criteria of the Dubai Land Department (DLD), Walid Al Zarooni earned 25 points for the number of transactions completed through him, 20 points for total transaction …

RAS AL KHAIMAH / WAM H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, today received Zhang Yiming, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to the UAE, at his palace in Saqr bin Mohammed City, who paid a farewell call on the occasion of the end of his tenure. H.H. Sheikh Saud …

DUBAI / WAM H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, today met with Nicolas Bos, Group Chief Executive Officer of Richemont, one of the world’s leading luxury goods groups. The meeting underscored the UAE’s commitment to building strategic alliances with leading global companies that contribute to …

RAS AL KHAIMAH / WAM H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, has attended the annual strategic partners evening of the Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ), marking its achievements in meeting economic targets for 2025. The event, held at the Al Hamra International Exhibition and Conference Centre, was attended by …