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Acting U.S. Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan announced on Monday the deployment of about 1,000 more troops to the Middle East for what he said were defensive purposes, citing concerns about a threat from Iran. Fears of a confrontation between Iran and the United States have mounted since last Thursday when …

Brigadier Rashid Saeed Al Shehhi, Deputy Commander of the UAE Land Forces, today met with General Koji Yamazaki, Chief of Staff, Joint Staff of the Japan Self-Defence Forces. The meeting comes within the framework of the two parties’ keenness to review current developments and exchange views on a number of …

The Ministry of Finance, MoF, today signed an agreement to encourage and protect investments between the UAE and the Hong Kong Government, as part of the ministry’s efforts to protect the nation’s investments abroad and to attract foreign investments. The agreement was signed by Younis Al Khoori, Under-Secretary of MoF …

Abu Dhabi’s Sanad Aerotech today announced the conclusion of a landmark agreement with Rolls-Royce plc to become a Rolls-Royce Trent 700 Authorised Maintenance Centre, AMC. Sanad Aerotech is a maintenance, repair and overhaul, MRO, provider for aero engines and industrial gas turbines that is wholly owned by Mubadala Investment Company …

Thuraya Telecommunications Company, the mobile satellite services subsidiary of the Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat), today announced the unveiling of its newest smart solutions for the fast-growing APAC market at CommunicAsia 2019 in Singapore. By combining the power of L-band with the dexterity of GSM and the global reach …

The United Arab Emirates participated in the 25th edition of the International Economic Forum of the Americas, which convened in Montreal on June 10-13, and brought over 200 of the world’s leading political, economic and industry experts to debate the most pressing issues facing Quebec, Canada, and the global community. …

The United Arab Emirates, since its establishment, has been an anchor for peace and stability in a volatile region that is now in a dire need of immediate solutions to counter extremism and terrorism and promote tolerance and mutual understanding, said a top official of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs …

Actors that seek to destabilise the Middle East and North Africa with their backwards, extremist stances, impede the region’s ultimate development goals, said H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. “We depend on friendly nations, like that of Bulgaria, to confront with us …

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces meeting with Angela Merkel sends important message to the world, opines the UAE English language daily ‘The National’. In its today’s editorial, the newspaper said: Two of the …

Earlier this week, Dr. Sultan Al Remeithi, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Elders, reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to combating hate speech across all mediums and safeguarding religious sites in meetings with senior UN officials. “This year, the world witnessed an increase in horrifying terrorist attacks on places of …

As the UAE and Germany intensify bilateral cooperation following the visit of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, to Germany this week, Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is celebrating 15 years …

The European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM) has selected Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), as one of the organisations that will test the EFQM Model 2020. DEWA organised a workshop to discuss the updated model with its staff. Isra’a Mobideen, EFQM Middle East Office Manager, and some of DEWA’s …

A high-level delegation from Abu Dhabi Fund for Development, ADFD, today participated in the inaugural ceremony of the AED771 million (US$210 million) Petroleum Storage Facilities project in Jordan. Fully financed by ADFD, the funding was made as part of the UAE government’s contribution of AED4.6 billion ($1.25 billion) in 2013 …

The Church and Monastery on Sir Bani Yas Island, the only early Christian site yet discovered in the UAE, has reopened its doors to visitors following the implementation of conservation measures and site enhancements by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi). The inauguration ceremony …

In his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has issued a new Employment Law for the Dubai International Financial Centre, DIFC. The newly-enacted Law No. 02 of 2019 compliments the DIFC’s commitment to international best …

The UAE Cabinet has adopted a decision to increase and promote the participation of Emirati youth in the boards of government entities and companies, to ensure that their voice and views are included in government work. The decision comes following the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al …

The UAE’s US$3 billion deposit with the State Bank of Pakistan has contributed to alleviating the country’s financial crisis and easing pressure on foreign exchange reserves, according to Pakistan’s State Minister for Revenues. Hammad Azhar made the remarks today as he presented to the National Assembly Pakistan’s general budget with …

The official visit of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, to Germany that started on Tuesday is expected to strengthen joint diplomatic efforts to find solutions to several regional and international issues, according to …

In his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, and Prime Minister, enacted a new DIFC Insolvency Law, Law No. 01 of 2019, the Dubai International Financial Centre, DIFC, the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia, …

The UAE is heading the 21st meeting of the ‘Arab Trade Remedies Team’ that began on Wednesday at the Arab League headquarters in Cairo, with the participation of representatives of the Ministries of Economy in the Arab World. The UAE delegation includes Abdullah Sultan Alfan Al Shamsi, Assistant Under-Secretary of …

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, is organising the 21st Water, Energy, Technology, and Environment Exhibition, WETEX, which will be held from 21st – 23rd October, 2019, at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. The exhibition is held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, …

The UAE Ministry of State for Federal National Council Affairs, MFNCA, and the Higher Colleges of Technology, HCT, launched today the inaugural edition of the ‘Political Empowerment in the UAE’ forum across five emirates, aimed at promoting a culture of political participation among the country’s citizens. Using video conferencing technology, …

The UAE and the International Renewable Energy Agency, IRENA, today signed a supplementary agreement to the headquarters agreement that was signed in 2012 on hosting the Agency’s permanent headquarters in the UAE capital. The new document outlines the specific conditions governing the occupancy by IRENA of its headquarters premises. Dr. …

Dr. Amal Abdullah Al Qubaisi, Speaker of the Federal National Council, FNC, received Li Xiu Yong, Chairman of the UAE-China Friendship Committee and Chairman of the Education, Science, Culture and Health Committee of the 13th National People’s Congress of China, and his delegation, which is visiting the UAE. The meeting …

The Authority of Social Contribution, Ma’an, has extended the deadline for its Ma’an Social Incubator, MSI, Programme till 13th July, 2019, due to the growing interest in the MSI from the public and social entrepreneurs in the UAE, the region and the rest of the world. The programme has already …

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed said he discussed regional and international issues with Russian President Vladimir Putin during a phone call on Monday. A tweet from the crown prince gave no details. Tensions in the Middle East have risen as the United States has stepped up pressure …

Emirates SkyCargo has announced that it boosted its worldwide pharma handling capabilities and infrastructure, in a bid to reinforce its position as the global market leader for the air transport of temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals. Emirates SkyCargo has commenced handling pharmaceutical cargo at a new purpose-built facility in Chicago. The facility, dedicated …

The UAE Cabinet, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, adopted the National Strategy for Wellbeing 2031 during its meeting at the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi. The Cabinet meeting was attended by H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin …

Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, announced the launch of its summer campaign, under the slogan ‘Switch to 24 C and save more’. The campaign runs from June till end of summer. This is part of Empower’s efforts to support sustainability and deliver …

Qatar has placed further restrictions on First Abu Dhabi Bank, the United Arab Emirates’ largest lender, as it continues a probe into alleged currency manipulation begun after the UAE and other Arab states launched a boycott against Qatar in mid-2017. The Regulatory Authority of Qatar Financial Center (QFC) said on …

Over 407 million drops of polio vaccine have been delivered to more than 71 million Pakistani children as part of the Emirates Polio Campaign implemented in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan since 2014 till the end of April 2019, the UAE-Pakistan Assistance Programme (UAEPAP) has announced. The aid comes in …

Abu Dhabi will host the 2nd Primary Care Conference on 19 June 2019 to enhance awareness about the emirate’s healthcare sector, specifically the primary care model and regulations. To be organised by United Eastern Medical Services (UEMedical) Group including Danat Al Emarat Hospital, HealthPlus Network of Specialty Centers and Moorfields …

A new Patient Network to support people living with obesity, backed by clinicians across the Gulf and Lebanon, is being launched by the World Obesity Federation. Designed to raise awareness of the multiple causes of obesity and provide access to information about healthier lifestyle choices, treatment options and ongoing management, …

A UAE delegation, headed by Dr. Anwar bin Mohammed Gargash, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, participated in the GLOBSEC 2019 Bratislava Forum, which was held in Slovakia on 7th and 8th June. Dr. Gargash met during the Forum with Miroslav Lajcak, Slovakian Minister of Foreign and European Affairs, and …

The United Arab Emirates is concerned about the “massacre” in Sudan and supports calls for an investigation, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Anwar Gargash said on Friday. Sudan’s new military leaders have been under pressure after the worst violence since Omar al-Bashir’s fall in April. “We are concerned about …

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, received on Friday, Mohamed al-Halbousi, Speaker of the Council of Representatives of Iraq. His Highness welcomed the Speaker, exchanging Eid al-Fitr greetings at the Beach Palace in Abu …

IndiGo commenced two new daily direct flights from Delhi and Mumbai to Abu Dhabi yesterday. The inaugural flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in Delhi to Abu Dhabi took flight on Wednesday, 5th June at 19:55 Local Time (LT), while the flight from Abu Dhabi to Chhatrapati Shivaji International …

United Arab Emirates is watching developments in Sudan with great concern and supports the continuation of a dialogue between the different parties, the UAE foreign ministry said in a statement published by the state news agency WAM late on Wednesday. Source: Reuters

Already well-established as one of the world’s top centres for oil bunkering, the Port of Fujairah and the adjacent Fujairah Oil Industry Zone, FOIZ, continue to attract further business and investment, recent announcements show. Last month, Fujairah-based Brooge Petroleum and Gas Investment Company and Dubai-based Sahara Energy Resources announced plans …

A group of UAE Armed Forces Commanders visited on Tuesday the UAE forces operating as part of the Saudi-led Arab Coalition in Yemen to congratulate them on Eid al-Fitr. The Commanders conveyed the greetings of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid …

News that the arrival of Mohamed Salah at Liverpool FC has coincided with a sharp drop in Islamophobia in the city is bittersweet, said The National in an editorial on Wednesday. “Since the Egyptian footballer signed for the club in 2017, he has become one of the English Premier League’s …

Turkmenistan is looking forward to host the Emirati Cultural Days again, said Bakhargul Abdyeva, Deputy Prime Minister who is also in charge of culture and mass media. She made her remarks during a meeting with the UAE Ambassador to Turkmenistan, Hassan Abdullah Al Adhab, on the sidelines of a ceremony …

Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Vice Chairman of Dragon Oil, has welcomed the Dubai-based company’s purchase of BP’s stake in Egypt. BP has agreed to sell its interests in Gulf of Suez oil concessions in Egypt to the company, which is owned by Dubai government. Under the terms of the agreement, …

H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and President of the American University of Sharjah (AUS) approved a number of decisions related to the development of AUS work mechanism and raising its proficiency, following which His Highness reviewed several AUS financial, academic …