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EU highlights expanding UAE partnership in trade, AI, climate, security
Abu Dhabi: The European Union said that, from the UAE’s early days, Europe and the UAE have forged a partnership shaped by geographical proximity, strengthened by growing economic ties, and guided by a shared commitment to prosperity, security and long-term stability. This came in a statement publi
Dubai Police wins gold for project management at MENA MIKE 2026
DUBAI: Dubai Police has won the gold award at MENA MIKE 2026, part of the Most Innovative Knowledge Enterprise Awards for the Middle East and North Africa, recognising its integrated approach to project management and its ability to translate strategic plans and objectives into measurable instituti
flydubai expands Nepal footprint with Dubai-Pokhara service
DUBAI: flydubai has launched daily non-stop flights between Dubai International (DXB) and Pokhara International Airport (PHH), establishing the first direct air link between Dubai and Western Nepal. Pokhara marks flydubai’s second destination in Nepal, alongside Kathmandu, offering travellers seaml
Abdullah bin Zayed meets Lebanese PM in New York; ‘One Million Lebanese AI Experts’ initiative launched under Government Experience Exchange Programme
New York: His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Dr. Nawaf Salam, Prime Minister of the Lebanese Republic, on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The two sides discussed the
Pink Caravan begins nationwide breast cancer awareness drive with free screenings starting October 1
Sharjah: Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP) will launch Pink Caravan’s 2026 Breast Cancer Awareness Month campaign on 1 October, bringing together free screenings, community initiatives, awareness sessions and community activations across the UAE. Building on the reach of last year’s campaign, which
General Civil Aviation Authority announces suspension of Iranian airlines’ flights to, from UAE
Abu Dhabi: The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced the suspension of flights operated by Iranian airlines to and from the UAE, effective today, Thursday, 24th September, until further notice. The GCAA confirmed that the decision was made in light of the US ban imposed on Iranian airli
UAE leads GCC in electric mobility readiness, ranks 22nd globally
Dubai: The UAE has ranked first among GCC countries and 22nd globally in electric mobility readiness, scoring 53 points in Arthur D. Little's Global Electric Mobility Readiness Index (GEMRIX) 2026. According to the report, electric vehicles accounted for around 9 per cent of new vehicle sales in th
Meraas awards nearly Dh1 billion contract for Nad Al Sheba Gardens Phase 7
Dubai: Meraas, a member of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has awarded a contract worth nearly Dh1 billion to GCC Contracting for the construction of 272 villas and townhouses in Phase 7 of Nad Al Sheba Gardens. The contract covers the construction of 130 villas ranging from four to seven bedrooms and 1
Dubai T100 Triathlon attracts athletes from 57 nationalities
Dubai: More than 2,000 athletes representing 57 nationalities have registered for the third edition of the Dubai T100 Triathlon Weekend, which will take place from November 13 to 15 at Al Mamzar. Supported by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism and the Dubai Sports Council, the event will b
Abdullah bin Zayed holds talks with foreign ministers and senior officials on sidelines of UN General Assembly
New York: His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held a series of bilateral meetings with foreign ministers and senior international officials participating in the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 81) in New
AI leaders urge UN safeguards to maintain human control over advanced systems
New York: Leaders of major artificial intelligence companies urged the United Nations on Wednesday to establish safeguards for the rapidly advancing technology, warning of the risks of humans losing control over increasingly powerful AI systems. Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, warned that poorly ma
UAE welcomes U.S. statement on efforts to achieve peace in Sudan
Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, welcomed the United States’ statement on efforts to achieve peace in Sudan, including its call for an immediate and unconditional humanitarian truce, and a commitment to a comprehensive political dialogue leading to a transition t