Tuesday , 23 June 2026

Sustainability, innovation drive Sharjah’s real estate projects

SHARJAH/WAM Alef Group and BEEAH share a synergy of vision and expertise that contributes to developing future-ready projects and communities centred on innovation, sustainability and quality of life in Sharjah. Among the most prominent examples of this collaboration are landmark projects such as Khalid Bin Sultan City and Linar, where expertise in urban development, sustainability and innovation comes together to …

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Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority hosts UAE–China dialogue

ABU DHABI / WAM The Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority has hosted a panel discussion titled “The Role of Cultural Institutions in Heritage Preservation and Inheritance: Shared Practices of the UAE and China,” held as part of its participation in the 2026 Beijing International Book Fair. The UAE is this year’s Guest of Honour at the fair’s 32nd edition. The panel …

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SEDD implements government economic facilities to enhance business environment

SHARJAH / WAM Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) started to implement a package of economic facilities and decisions issued by the Executive Council and approved by the Government of Sharjah to support economic activities and stimulate investment. These incentives included providing a range of exemptions, financial deferrals, and supportive measures for the economic sector, which was carried on starting from …

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Saqr Ghobash, Ghana Parliament Speaker discuss boosting bilateral ties

MARRAKECH / WAM Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), met with Alban Kingsford Sumana Bagbin, Speaker of the Parliament of the Republic of Ghana, on the sidelines of the fourth Marrakech Parliamentary Economic Forum for the Euro-Mediterranean and Gulf Region, being held in the Kingdom of Morocco. The meeting reviewed ways to strengthen bilateral relations between the …

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UAE President pays tribute to late Sheikh Zayed on Father’s Day

ABU DHABI / GULF TIME UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan took to social media platform X to pay tribute to his father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, honouring his values and legacy on the occasion of Father’s Day on Sunday. His Highness Sheikh Mohamed wrote, “A father is an influential role model …

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Dubai Chambers discusses ways to develop bilateral cooperation in food industries with Ontario

DUBAI / WAM Dubai Chambers has discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in the food and agricultural industries between Dubai and Ontario, Canada, during a meeting in Toronto with the Trevor Jones, Ontario’s Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness. As Canada’s largest provincial economy, Ontario represents an important partner for expanding cooperation, supporting business growth, and strengthening mutual investment. The meeting …

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Dubai Customs completes Phase Two of ‘Masar 33’

DUBAI / WAM Dubai Customs continues to cement its leadership in building specialized national competencies through its “Masar 33” initiative, one of its most significant strategic projects. The program aims to prepare a new generation of leaders and customs cadres capable of keeping pace with the rapidly accelerating changes in the trade and customs sector. It follows an integrated vision …

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Ministry of Finance advances government finance statistics in line with international standards

DUBAI / WAM The Ministry of Finance, in collaboration with a technical mission from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), hosted a specialised workshop in Dubai on Government Finance Statistics (GFS) and Public Sector Debt Statistics (PSDS). This joint initiative aims to reinforce institutional and technical capabilities in compiling and disseminating government financial data in line with international standards, while supporting …

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US-Iran final agreement must ensure security of GCC states and all Arab countries: President El-Sisi

CAIRO / WAM Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi affirmed that the final agreement between the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran must ensure the security of the Gulf Cooperation Council states and all Arab countries, take into account their concerns particularly respect for state sovereignty and territorial integrity, adhere to the principles of good neighborliness, guarantee freedom of …

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“Sidra Capital” and “Four Directions” Sign MoU to Develop “Fashion District” with Over SAR 450 Million Investment

RIYADH / GULF TIME Sidra Capital and Four Directions announced the signing of an MoU representing an investment framework exceeding SAR 450 million, to support the development of the “Fashion District” project. This distinctive urban destination aims to position Riyadh as a regional and global hub for fashion and creative industries through an integrated investment model that combines real estate …

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