ABU DHABI / WAM H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region highlighted that the ongoing development of the Al Dhafra sports sector aligns with the national vision of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. “By integrating sports into the UAE’s comprehensive development strategy, the UAE leadership aims to foster community health …
Read More »Abdullah bin Zayed appoints Envoy for Countering Extremism and Terrorism
ABU DHABI / WAM As part of the UAE’s efforts to strengthen its active role in global efforts to combat extremism and terrorism, H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, appointed Maqsoud Kruse as Envoy of the Minister of Foreign Affairs for Countering Extremism and Terrorism. The appointment underscores the UAE’s firm …
Read More »Hazza bin Zayed receives delegation from IHC, 2PointZero Group
AL AIN / WAM H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, today received a delegation from IHC and 2PointZero Group, led by H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan. During the meeting, the IHC and 2PointZero delegation, including Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Vice Chair of 2PointZero Group, and Syed Basar Shueb, CEO …
Read More »DFF backs 26 research projects under Dubai RDI Grant Initiative
DUBAI/WAM Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has announced its support for 26 research projects led by 14 universities and academic institutions in Dubai, marking the conclusion of the second cycle of Dubai Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Grant Initiative. The initiative forms part of Dubai RDI Programme under the Dubai RDI Ecosystem, which was formed as per the directives of H.H. …
Read More »ADFD launches ‘Abu Dhabi Global Water Platform’ with value of $2b
ABU DHABI/WAM Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) announced the launch of the “Abu Dhabi Global Water Platform”, a strategic initiative designed to accelerate impactful development projects, unlock new investment opportunities, and support innovative solutions that advance the global water sector. The platform aims to mobilise US$2 billion (AED7.34 billion) from local and international financing institutions. ADFD will allocate an …
Read More »Under the patronage of Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed, Youth 4 Sustainability Annual Forum to take place during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week in January 2026
ABU DHABI/WAM Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, the annual forum of Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) will take place during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026 from 13-15 January 2026. Held at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi in cooperation with Abu Dhabi …
Read More »UAE uniquely positioned to fuel UK’s Green Hydrogen growth
ABU DHABI / WAM The World Future Energy Summit, taking place at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi from 13th-15th January and part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week hosted by Masdar, is set to highlight the pivotal role of green hydrogen in industrial decarbonisation. Against the backdrop of the UK’s ambition to expand low-carbon hydrogen production to 10GW by 2030, the Summit …
Read More »AGMC named Strategic Partner of 1 Billion Followers Summit’s fourth edition
DUBAI /WAM The 1 Billion Followers Summit, the world’s largest event dedicated to shaping the content creator economy, announced that AGMC, the official importer of BMW Group vehicles in Dubai, Sharjah and the Northern Emirates will join the summit’s upcoming fourth edition as Strategic Transport Partner. The Summit, organised by the UAE Government Media Office, is taking place from 9th …
Read More »More than 1.4mn companies operating in UAE, says minister
DUBAI / WAM The Ministry of Economy and Tourism held a media briefing to review the Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2025 amending certain provisions of Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021 concerning Commercial Companies, issued by the UAE. The amendments introduce proactive and crucial updates across its 15 articles, along with a new article regulating and legitimising the transfer …
Read More »UAE President wishes residents, world on Orthodox Christmas
ABU DHABI / GULF TIME UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan took to social media platform X to share a message on Orthodox Christmas. His Highness Sheikh Mohamed wrote: “I extend my best wishes to all those celebrating Orthodox Christmas in the UAE and around the world. May this day bring you and your loved ones …
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