Wednesday , 6 May 2026

Capital Group announces plans to open first office in Middle East

ABU DHABI/WAM Capital Group1, one of the world’s largest and leading active investment managers, on Tuesday announces plans to establish its first office in the Middle East, in Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). The firm expects the Abu Dhabi office to formally open later this year, subject to regulatory approvals. This is a landmark step in Capital Group’s long-term strategy …

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Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed attends 5th Make it in the Emirates

ABU DHAB/WAM HH Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has attended the fifth Make it in the Emirates, taking place at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi until 7th May 2026. The event is hosted by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, in collaboration with the Ministry …

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UAE President on 50th anniversary of Armed Forces Unification: The UAE draws its strength from its people and its unity

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has said that since its founding, the UAE has pursued prosperity for its people and for the world, while responding with decisiveness and strength to anything threatening its sovereignty, security, and the safety of its people and residents. In a statement marking the 50th anniversary of the unification …

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Hazza bin Zayed reviews efforts to protect groundwater resources, strengthen water security in Al Ain Region

AL AIN / WAM H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, has reviewed ongoing efforts to protect groundwater resources and strengthen water security in the region through strategic initiatives aimed at optimising water consumption, using the latest modern irrigation solutions and technologies, and advancing plans to reuse treated water for industrial purposes. The meeting …

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Mansour bin Zayed witnesses signing of contract to purchase C-390 Millennium aircraft for UAE Air Force

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, witnessed the signing of a contract to purchase C-390 Millennium aircraft for UAE Air Force. This came during a visit made by His Highness to the stand of Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement at Make it in the Emirates 2026 …

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French president says Iranian strikes on UAE ‘unjustified and unacceptable’

PARIS / WAM French President Emmanuel Macron has condemned Iran’s strikes on the UAE, describing them as “unjustified and unacceptable” and pledging continued French support for the UAE and regional allies. “As it has done since the start of the conflict, France will continue to support its allies in the Emirates and in the region for the defence of their …

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British Prime Minister condemns Iranian ​drone, missile strikes targeting UAE

LONDON / WAM British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday condemned the Iranian ​drone and missile strikes targeting the ‌United Arab Emirates. “We ⁠stand in solidarity with the UAE ​and will continue to support ​the defence of our partners in the Gulf. This escalation must cease. Iran needs ​to engage meaningfully in negotiations ​to ensure the ceasefire in the Middle …

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