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UAE intercepts 7 ballistic missiles, 16 drones on March 23 as air defence systems stay on high alert

UAE air defence systems thwarted a significant aerial assault on March 23, 2026, intercepting seven ballistic missiles and 16 drones. This incident is part of a week-long pattern of escalating attacks, with hundreds of projectiles neutralized since the aggression began. Authorities urge calm and adherence to safety guidelines amidst ongoing…

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UAE Joins Global Alliance on Green Economy

The UAE cabinet approved the country's joining to the Global Alliance on Green Economy, led by the World Green Economy Organization, which aims to launch programs and initiatives, create sustainable funding, and establish partnerships among developing countries to ensure an effective transition. Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported that joining the…

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World Volunteer Conference Kicks Off in Abu Dhabi

The 26th World Volunteer Conference opened on Tuesday under the theme of “Volunteering for the Common Good: Making Life Better for People and Communities” and will run until October 27 at ADNOC Business Center, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported. The conference is the largest global gathering of volunteering experts and…

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Abu Dhabi's ALC Launches Music Book Collection at Frankfurt Book Fair 2022

The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) has launched a series of music books at Frankfurt Book Fair 2022, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported Friday. Consisting of a number of publications, the series is a notable addition to the ALC’s roster of publications and focusses on Emirati and Arab singing…

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Dubai’s Crown Prince: Metaverse Will Shape a New Digital Future for Humanity

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of Dubai Executive Council and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), has said the metaverse will shape a new digital future for humanity, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported Wednesday. He was…

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Landmark UAE Gas Sales Agreement Signed between ADNOC, DUSUP

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, have witnessed the signing of a landmark gas sales agreement between Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and Dubai Supply Authority (DUSUP). The agreement showcases the UAE’s…

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Abu Dhabi's Non-oil Foreign Trade During H1 Grows 12%

The total value of Abu Dhabi's non-oil foreign trade amounted to about AED124 billion ($33.7 billion) during 1st half of 2022, compared to AED110 billion and 313 million, with a growth rate of 12%, recorded in the same period of 2020, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported Friday. Exports during the…

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Abu Dhabi Conference Offers Opportunity to Reshape World Food System

The World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM) Conference 2022, which will be held in the Middle East for the first time in October, offers an important opportunity to reshape global food systems, according to organizers and attendees. WUWM Abu Dhabi 2022 will take place on October 19-20 at Abu Dhabi…

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Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development Offers $30 Million to Support Kenya SMEs

The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) and Kenya’s National Treasury & Planning Ministry have signed a AED 110 million ($30 million) financing agreement to empower the Kenyan Youth Enterprise Development Fund, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported. Signed in the attendance of President Uhuru Kenyatta of Kenya by Alia Al…

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MENA Attractions & Destinations Forum Set to Highlight Key Destinations

The two-day MENA Attractions & Destinations Forum 2022 is scheduled to be held on September 28 in Dubai to explore upcoming cultural and leisure projects, and ways to drive growth for the tourism sector, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported Saturday. “The interactive forum will host over 300 international and regional…

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UAE Announces 3 New Monkeypox Cases

The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has announced three new cases of monkeypox, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported Sunday. The Ministry urged all community members to follow appropriate preventive and safety measures and precautions while travelling and moving in large crowds, WAM said. It also reassured the public that…

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Dubai Issues Decree Introducing Incentives for Property Investment Funds

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued a decree introducing incentives for property investment funds in Dubai, Emirates News Agency (WAM) has reported. The decree aims to enhance Dubai’s status as a global real estate investment destination and attract global…

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Dubai Launches Initiative to Establish 50 Integrated Commercial Representative Offices

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, launched ‘Dubai Global’, an initiative to establish 50 integrated commercial representative offices for Dubai in five continents across the world during the next few years. The initiative aims to strengthen Dubai’s position…

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TAQA, ADNOC, Mubadala Enter Binding Agreements for Acquisition of Masdar Stake

Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA), Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and Mubadala Investment Company have entered into binding agreements for TAQA and ADNOC to purchase stakes in Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar) from Mubadala, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported Tuesday. This is a major milestone towards completing…

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UAE President Meets with Israeli Prime Minister

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met on Thursday with visiting Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett at Al Shati Palace in Abu Dhabi, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported. Bennett offered his condolences to the president and the Emirati people on the death of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al…

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Dubai to Open UAE's First Robotic Biobank in 2023

Al Jalila Foundation, a member of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, announced that it will establish the UAE’s first robotic biobank, in partnership with the Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU) and the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported Thursday.…

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Dubai’s Museum of the Future Signs Partnerships with National, Global Brands

The Museum of the Future has signed strategic partnerships with numerous global brands and national institutions as part of its objective to be a key laboratory for entities from all around the world, to generate futuristic and innovative technological solutions that address humanity’s greatest challenges, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported.…

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UAE, Netherlands Sign MoU on Hydrogen Energy

The UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and the Dutch Ministry for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on hydrogen energy, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported on Tuesday. The MoU was signed by Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, and…

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UAE’s Foreign Minister Discusses with Ukrainian Counterpart Latest Developments of Crisis

UAE’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan has discussed with his Ukrainian counterpart, Dmytro Kuleba, a number of regional and international issues and the latest developments in Ukraine, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported on Friday. During a phone call, Sheikh Abdullah reiterated the…

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Sheikh Zayed Book Award Announces Literature, Young Author, and Children’s Literature Shortlists

The Sheikh Zayed Book Award (SZBA) at the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC), part of the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi, has announced the shortlisted entries in its Literature, Young Author, and Children’s Literature categories for the 2022 edition, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported Thursday. Together…

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Dubai Electricity and Water Authority to List 6.5% of Shares on DFM

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority PJSC (DEWA) has announced it will list 6.5 percent of its existing shares as part of an initial public offering (IPO) on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM), in line with new strategic directions to develop the emirate's financial market and as part of the Dubai…

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Sharjah to Host 49th Watch & Jewelry Middle East Show

Sharjah is set to host on March 23-27 the 49th edition of the Watch & Jewelry Middle East Show (WJMES), the largest event of its kind on the agenda of specialized trade fairs in the UAE and the region. From the finest jeweler to hottest trends, latest products, special deals…

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EPA Showcases 254 Titles at Muscat Int’l Book Fair

As part of its ongoing mission to represent Emirati publishers locally and regionally and strengthen their outreach in new markets, the Emirates Publishers Association (EPA) is showcasing 254 titles from 27 Emirati publishers through its ‘Manassah’ platform at the 26th edition of the Muscat International Book Fair (MIBF), which runs…

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20 Arabian Oryx Released in Jordanian Wildlife Reserve

The Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) has recently transferred 20 Arabian Oryx to the Shumari Wildlife Reserve in Jordan, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported Monday. The project is part of the Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Arabian Oryx Reintroduction Program seen as one of the world's most successful conservation programs,…

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UAE, Russia Discuss Regional and World Developments

UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan has discussed with his Russian counterpart, Sergei Lavrov, friendly relations and the strategic partnership between the two countries, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported Wednesday. In a phone call, the two officials also reviewed a number of…

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