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ROME/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Sergio Mattarella, President of the Italian Republic, discussed relations between the UAE and Italy as part of the two countries’ strategic partnership and shared commitment to achieving its objectives. During the meeting, held at the Quirinal Palace in Rome, His Excellency President Mattarella welcomed the UAE ...

BEIJING / WAM Several major Chinese airlines, including Air China, China Eastern, and China Southern, posted double-digit growth in passenger capacity and turnover for January, with strong performance on international routes, signalling a rebound in travel demand after the Chinese New Year peak season. As reported by China Central Television (CCTV), Air China and its subsidiaries experienced a 10 percent ...

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE Abu Dhabi Airports, operator of the emirate’s five commercial airports, has announced the successful completion of a comprehensive rehabilitation project at Sir Bani Yas Airport (XSB). The major improvement significantly strengthens the airport’s infrastructure to support the growing demand for tourism in Al Dhafra Region and ensure a higher standard of service for visitors ...

DUBAI/ GULF TIME Palazzo Versace Dubai, the city’s most opulent urban resort, invites guests to embrace the spirit of togetherness as it sets the stage for an extraordinary celebration during Ramadan. With a captivating array of lavish experiences, specially designed to mark the occasion, Palazzo Versace Dubai is the ultimate destination this Ramadan. Throughout the Holy Month of Ramadan, guests ...

DUBAI / WAM The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) announced a reduction of two working hours per day for private sector employees during the Holy Month of  Ramadan. In a statement on Monday, the ministry said, “In accordance with the requirements and nature of their work, companies may apply flexible or remote work patterns within the limits of ...

DUBAI/ GULF TIME Atlantis, The Palm proudly announces the annual return of its renowned Asateer Tent to celebrate the Holy Month of Ramadan. Back bigger than ever before, the venue will offer an elegant yet modern look and feel with beautiful décor, as well as stunning seating options including a new garden by the terrace. Diners can look forward to ...

ABU DHABI / WAM Omar Obaid Alhesan Alshamsi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, received a copy of the credentials of Lisa Mae Mastellari Vega, Ambassador of the Republic of Panama to the UAE. He wished the new Ambassador of the Republic of Panama success in the performance of her duties and emphasised the UAE’s keenness to enhance the ...

DUBAI/WAM Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, has announced a strategic partnership with MongoDB to help organisations in the region build the next generation of applications faster by innovating more efficiently and simplifying complex architectures. The partnership was officially signed between Mohammed Bin Sulaiman, CEO of Moro Hub, and Boris ...

ABU DHABI/WAM Noatum Maritime, part of AD Ports Group, has established a new Joint Venture (JV) with Erkport, a Turkish-based company with a proven track record in the Roll-on/Roll-off (Ro-Ro) shipping industry, launching a Ro-Ro liner business with integrated networks. Under the terms of the agreement, Noatum Maritime, the largest provider of diversified maritime services in the Middle East region, ...

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to President Alar Karis of Estonia on the occasion of his country’s Independence Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al ...