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As student entrepreneurship continues to gain momentum across global innovation ecosystems, the Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA) is reinforcing its role in supporting the next generation of founders by opening applications in the UAE, offering ambitious student entrepreneurs a pathway to international exposure, mentorship and access to a powerful global entrepreneurial network. Leonard Rego, GSEA Chair at the Entrepreneurs’ Organization, …

Burtville Developments has announced the results of its buyer and investor satisfaction survey, conducted with the participation of 1,861 purchasers. The survey forms part of the company’s ongoing strategy to assess investment experience quality and strengthen transparency and operational performance standards. The survey was structured around five key pillars presented directly to buyers, covering overall satisfaction with Burtville Developments, performance …

NEW DELHI/WAM On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, HH Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has arrived in India to attend the AI Impact Summit, taking place in New Delhi until 20 February 2026. Upon arrival at the airport, HH was received by His Excellency Jyotiraditya M …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Wednesday received Lindsey Graham, member of the US Senate. During the meeting at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi, the two sides discussed the friendship and strategic cooperation between the UAE and the United States and their shared commitment to strengthening their partnership in support of mutual …

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre has enhanced readiness to welcome guests throughout the holy month of Ramadan as part of a comprehensive nationwide Ramadan initiative. His Excellency Dr Yousef Al Obaidli, Director General of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre, held a coordination meeting with strategic partners of the Ramadan project, underscoring the …

ABU DHABI / WAM The Sheikh Zayed Book Award (SZBA), presented by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC), has revealed the shortlists for its 20th edition (2025–2026). The selections span diverse categories, including Literature, Young Author, Translation, Literary and Art Criticism, Arab Culture in Other Languages, Manuscripts, Encyclopaedias and Lexicons, and Publishing and Technology. These distinguished works exemplify the …

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) has been ranked first in the UAE and 67th globally for granted US utility patents in 2025 according to the prestigious annual ranking announced by the National Academy of Inventors (NAI). This milestone coincides with the UAEU’s Golden Jubilee and reflects its continued commitment to innovation and research …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has ordered the release of 1,440 inmates from correctional institutions across the country. His Highness has also undertaken to settle any financial obligations arising from the prisoners’ sentences, in observance of the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan. The initiative reflects the UAE President’s commitment …

DUBAI/WAM In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has ordered the release of 1856 prisoners of different nationalities from Dubai’s correctional and punitive establishments, on the occasion of the Holy Month of Ramadan. Chancellor Essam Issa Al-Humaidan, Attorney General of Dubai, said that …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Majesty King Mohammed VI of the Kingdom of Morocco exchanged greetings and good wishes during a phone call on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan, expressing their hopes that it would bring blessings and prosperity to the two countries and their peoples. They also …