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ABU DHABI/AD MEDIA OFFICE The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) has launched a comprehensive programme to enhance the early detection of plant diseases and agricultural pests. This initiative forms part of the emirate’s sustainable agricultural development plan and ADAFSA’s biosecurity programme, which adopts a One Health approach integrating human, animal, plant, and environmental health. The programme aims ...

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Faustin-Archange Touadéra, President of the Central African Republic, discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations and expand cooperation, particularly in economic, trade, and investment sectors, as well as renewable energy, infrastructure, and other key development areas that serve the shared interests of both nations. During their ...

DUBAI / GULF TIME Iftar at Ella’s Eatery, Palm West View, Palm Jumeirah This Ramadan, Ella’s Eatery invites you to indulge in an unforgettable Iftar experience with a specially curated menu that celebrates togetherness and the joy of the holy month. Featuring a delightful fusion of traditional flavours and creative twists, the Iftar package will be available daily for AED ...

DUBAI / GULF TIME This Ramadan, Dubai Safari Park welcomes the return of its highly popular Iftar in the Wild experience, inviting guests to explore six themed zones and embark on an Arabian Desert safari tour before breaking their fast in an exclusive private setting. Available throughout the Holy Month, this exceptional experience allows guests to dine beside the lion ...

ABU DHABI/WAM His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, joined the Presidential Court employees for a Ramadan Iftar banquet held at the Emirates Palace Hotel. During the banquet, organised by the Presidential Court, H.H. Sheikh Mansour and attendees exchanged Ramadan greetings and expressed well wishes for a blessed ...

BERLIN/DUBAI/GULF TIME Emirates concluded yet another successful ITB Berlin, reinforcing its commitment to the world’s largest travel trade show while deepening strategic partnerships across the global travel eco-system. Over the event’s three day run, the airline signed 11 strategic agreements, held 270 high-level meetings and received over 6,000 visitors at its stand, which featured Emirates’ latest-generation A350 cabin products alongside ...

ABU DHABI/WAM The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Etihad Airways on Thursday launched the new Abu Dhabi Pass at ITB Berlin, the world’s largest tourism trade fair. The new Abu Dhabi Pass transforms the visitor experience into a fully digital journey, simplifying access to the emirate’s offerings. Etihad passengers will receive an email ...

DUBAI/WAM Buimerc Corporation Ltd rang the market opening bell to mark its support of the Fathers’ Endowment campaign, in the presence of Hamed Ali, CEO of Dubai Financial Market and Nasdaq Dubai, as well as representatives from the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI), organisers of the campaign. Coinciding with Ramadan, the campaign honours fathers in the UAE ...

SHARJAH/WAM United Arab Bank PJSC on Thursday held its annual general assembly meeting at its headquarters in the emirate of Sharjah. The meeting was chaired by Sheikh Mohammed bin Faisal bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Board of Directors, and attended by members of the Board of Directors, shareholders, senior management, external auditors, and representatives of regulatory authorities. The ...

RAS AL KHAIMAH/WAM The Government of Ras Al Khaimah, acting through the Investment and Development Office of Ras Al Khaimah, successfully closed its offering of a 10-year $1 billion senior unsecured sukuk at a profit rate of [5.038%] on March 5 2025. The Government of Ras Al Khaimah tapped the international debt capital market after 10 years and the issuance ...