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ABU DHABI / WAM First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) has successfully issued a HKD 390 million ($50 million) 5-year Blue Bond. This transaction represents the first-ever Blue Bond issued by a financial institution in the Gulf countries. This landmark issuance cements FAB’s leadership in sustainable finance and aligns with the UAE’s commitment to the strategic protection of vital water resources ...

SHARJAH / WAM The International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2025), held under the theme “Communication for Quality of Life,” will feature a rich series of panel discussions exploring how government communication can contribute to human well-being, whether through food security, shaping public awareness, education, media, or sustainable urban environments. Organised by the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), the forum will ...

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, praised the major achievements of the General Women’s Union (GWU) over the past 50 years under the leadership of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the “Mother of the ...

ABU DHABI / WAM Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) PJSC (ADNOC), the current majority shareholder of 81% of the ordinary shares in ADNOC L&S (ADNOC L&S or the Company), announced on Thursday its intention to offer up to 222 million ordinary shares (the shares), corresponding to approximately 3% of the issued and outstanding share capital of ADNOC L&S (the ...

RAS AL KHAIMAH / WAM H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, affirmed that education is a cornerstone for continuing the path of sustainable development in the UAE, the foundation of future success, and the main driver for enhancing the quality of life of the nation’s people and preparing them to ...

AJMAN / WAM H.H. Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, today received at the Emiri Court, in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of the Executive Council, Dr. Abdulrahman Al Awar, Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation and Acting Minister of Higher Education ...

DUBAI / GULF TIME ATARA Development has announced a landmark agreement with Marriott International to open The Residences at the Sheraton Al Marjan Island Resort, set to be the GCC’s first Sheraton-branded residences. Located on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, this marks ATARA’s expansion into premium property development. Co-located with the Sheraton Al Marjan Island Resort, the beachfront ...

DUBAI / GULF TIME Anthropologie is proud to announce the launch of its brand-new beauty category, debuting this month in its Qatar store. This exciting expansion into beauty is being introduced in collaboration with one of the region’s most respected names in the makeup industry, Bassam Fattouh. Known for his timeless aesthetic and iconic work with leading celebrities, Bassam Fattouh’s ...

DUBAI / GULF TIME Skin Laundry, the California-born global leader in medical-grade laser facials, is proud to launch two exclusive new treatments in its Dubai and Abu Dhabi clinics: the Hydra Duo and Power Fractional. Combining cutting-edge laser technology with science-backed skincare protocols, these advanced facials are designed to tackle hyperpigmentation, acne scarring, fine lines, and other signs of skin ...

DUBAI / GULF TIME Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) recently hosted the Global Summer School (GSS) – Dubai Node Programme by the Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia (IAAC). As part of a global initiative held across ten cities worldwide throughout the summer, the Dubai Node aimed to empower participants by encouraging creative thinking and developing new skills. ...