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ABU DHABI, 23rd August, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has firmly established itself as an international hub for hosting the headquarters of regional, continental, and international sports federations. Supported by world-class infrastructure, exceptional organisational expertise, and a secure, multicultural environment, the country has become a preferred destination for governing global sports and managing major events across modern and traditional disciplines. This positioning underscores growing international confidence in the UAE, expanding its role from a premier host of world-class events into an active partner shaping the future of global sports governance. The nation hosts a diverse array of major…
AJMAN, 23rd August, 2026 (WAM) — Ajman Chamber recorded 21,324 memberships during the first half of the current year, including 2,681 new memberships. The value of certificates of origin issued exceeded AED3.9 billion across a total of 22,422 certificates, reflecting the growing economic activity, investment and trade in the Emirate. The membership indicators and increase in the value of certificates of origin affirm the business community’s confidence in Ajman Chamber’s services and its role in supporting the private sector and enhancing the Emirate’s competitiveness and investment attractiveness. This supports the objectives of Ajman Vision 2030 and its directions towards providing…
SHARJAH, 23rd August, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Police General Command (SPGC) concluded its summer programmes under the “Little Policeman” programme, with the participation of 2,164 children and youth. The programme included a series of high-quality activities aimed at utilising the summer break to develop young people’s skills, enhance security and community awareness, and instill values of responsibility and belonging. This aligns with the strategic objectives aimed at enhancing quality of life, community partnership, and building a conscious and responsible generation. The Sharjah Police Academy’s summer programmes were led by the “Police Friends” and “Police Girlfriends” courses. The 39th edition…
ABU DHABI, 23rd August, 2026 (WAM) — Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade and Chairman of the UAE International Investment Council (UAEIIC), convened the third board meeting of the Council to review progress on key initiatives and advance the Council’s outward investment agenda for the remainder of 2026, including practical mechanisms for mobilising Emirati capital into strategically important markets. The meeting also highlighted two products developed by the UAEIIC to support its members operating internationally. The first is the Council’s FDI Dashboard, which provides a comprehensive overview of the global investment landscape and enables users to…
DUBAI, 23rd August, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chambers recently organised a series of roundtable discussions in Bengaluru, the capital of Karnataka, India, attended by 71 investors. The roundtables aimed to highlight the diverse investment opportunities Dubai offers to Indian companies across various sectors, particularly in digital economy and advanced technologies. During the visit, a Dubai Chambers delegation led by Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, held eight meetings with business and investment organisations and multinational companies. These included the Confederation of Indian Industry – Karnataka State Council (CII Karnataka), the Federation of Karnataka Chambers of Commerce…
SHARJAH, 23rd August, 2026 (WAM) — As part of Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority (SEWA) plans to enhance the water security system and improve the efficiency and sustainability of the water networks in Khorfakkan, the authority is continuing the implementation of a project to construct two new reservoirs at the SEWA 1 and SEWA 2 stations, with a storage capacity of 2 million gallons each, at a total cost of AED28.23 million. Eng. Saud Abdul Aziz, Director of the Khorfakkan Department at SEWA, explained that the project aims to support the water storage and distribution system, and will contribute to…
DUBAI, 23rd August, 2026 (WAM) — As preparations continue for the Arab Media Summit 2026, the Dubai Press Club (DPC), organiser of the event, has announced that nine leading national institutions have joined the list of partners for this year’s edition. Scheduled to take place from 15th to 17th September 2026, the Summit will be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai…
DUBAI, 23rd August, 2026 (WAM) — Mada Media, the company responsible for organising, developing, and managing the out-of-home (OOH) advertising sector in the emirate of Dubai, has announced a strong performance during the first half of 2026, with the total value of signed contracts reaching approximately AED1.5 billion and covering 683 advertising assets. The results reflect the company’s ongoing efforts to reinforce its role in developing an innovative and sustainable OOH advertising sector, in line with its vision and the objectives of its updated strategy, while creating shared value for all stakeholders. The first half of the year witnessed growing…
SHARJAH, 23rd August, 2026 (WAM) — The University of Sharjah (UoS) has launched an institution-wide initiative to review and enhance its academic programmes and courses using artificial intelligence and an outcomes-based education (OBE) model. The initiative targets faculty members across all colleges, equipping them with advanced skills to restructure and modernise curricula using AI tools while aligning courses with clearly defined learning outcomes. It forms part of UoS’ efforts to build an educational ecosystem that responds to rapid technological change and evolving labour-market requirements while promoting the responsible use of AI and innovation in teaching. Prof. Esameldin Agamy, Chancellor of…
CAIRO, 23rd August, 2026 (WAM) — Nabil Fahmy, Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, discussed with leaders of the Arab Federation for Digital Economy the future of the Arab economy amid the rapid transformations driven by artificial intelligence and modern technologies, and the new requirements these developments place on Arab countries in growth, investment, technology production, the data economy and human capital development. The discussions took place during a meeting at the headquarters of the General Secretariat of the League of Arab States in Cairo. The meeting addressed the challenges and opportunities facing Arab economies in the coming period,…