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ABU DHABI, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates is working to mobilise the food systems community to join the global water conversation, to highlight the critical connection between water and the future of food. During Global Food Week UAE 2026, Abdulla Balalaa, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Energy and Sustainability, participated in the PALT Conference, hosted by the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, joining leaders from government, industry, finance, and innovation to discuss how water can shape the future of food production and innovation. Throughout the event, Balalaa emphasised that food begins with water. More than 95…

DUBAI, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Municipality has launched the community initiative ‘A Generation for a Greater Tomorrow’, bringing children and their families together through an interactive experience that introduces them to the Municipality’s diverse areas of work and demonstrates how municipal services contribute to the way the city functions and supports everyday life. The initiative will take place at City Centre Mirdif from 7 to 11 October, from 10:00am to 10:00pm. The initiative combines education, exploration and recreation through a series of interactive stations designed to help children gain knowledge and develop skills through age-appropriate activities, games and…

MARRAKECH, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) — G5 Holding is participating within the UAE National Pavilion at Marrakech Airshow 2026, taking place from 7 to 10 October at the Royal Moroccan Air Force Base in Marrakech. The company is showcasing a range of its products and systems across the fields of aerospace, air defence, unmanned systems, missiles, and land platforms, in addition to its capabilities in manufacturing, engineering, and systems development. At the exhibition, G5 Holding is presenting more than ten products and solutions, including the B-250 multi-role light attack aircraft and the B-250T training aircraft. The company is also exhibiting…

SHARJAH, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa) and the University of Al Dhaid have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), creating a structured pathway for students and graduates to develop ideas into scalable startups, with access to Sheraa’s programmes, expertise, and market opportunities, strengthening the connection between academic talent and Sharjah’s entrepreneurship ecosystem. The MoU was signed at the university’s campus by Sara Abdelaziz Al Nuaimi, CEO of Sheraa and Prof. Aisha Bushelaibi, Chancellor of the University of Al Dhaid. The partnership will support the development of startups and innovative solutions, with both organisations encouraging ventures…

SHARJAH, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) — Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy and Tourism, will deliver the keynote address at the ninth Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF 2026), with Emaar Properties Founder and Director Mohamed Alabbar among more than 80 speakers examining the policies, partnerships and infrastructure that help economies stay resilient. Held on 14 – 15 October under the theme “Building Adaptive Economies,” the forum’s programme is structured around the factors that determine how well an economy responds to change. These include policies that balance agility with stability, trade partnerships that expand market access, supply chains with…

SHARJAH, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) — Amid the notes of oud that carry the essence of tradition, fragrances that reflect a diversity of tastes and creativity, and cosmetics, care and beauty products that keep pace with the latest industry trends, the fourth edition of the Emirates Perfumes and Oud Exhibition and the second edition of the Middle East Cosmetics Show will open tomorrow at Expo Centre Sharjah. The two exhibitions will run concurrently from 9 to 18 October 2026, with the Emirates Perfumes and Oud Exhibition featuring the participation of more than 200 companies and around 700 brands. Saif Mohammed…

ABU DHABI, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) – Sheikh Khalifa bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Court, has attended a reception hosted by Salem Mohamed Salem Al Mansouri for the marriage of his son, Mayed, to the daughter of Mohamed Saqr Saif Al Mehairbi, and by Nuhail Mubarak Khalfan Al Mansouri for the marriage of his son, Mohamed, to the daughter of Khalid Ahmed Al Bediwi Al Mehairbi. Sheikh Khalifa bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan congratulated the newlyweds and their families, and wished them a happy and prosperous married life. Held today at…

MARRAKECH, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Pavilion welcomed 1,208 visitors on the opening day of Marrakech Airshow 2026, with seven leading UAE defence entities showcasing their capabilities at the Royal Moroccan Air Force Base during the four-day event held under the patronage of King Mohammed VI. Supported by the Ministry of Defence and the Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement, and organised by ADNEC Group, a Modon company, the UAE Pavilion brings together national entities including the Ministry of Defence, EDGE Group, Generation 5, Multi Level Group (MLG), Resource Industries, Nation Shield and Al Jundi Journal, under a unified…

DUBAI, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and the World Green Economy Organisation (WGEO) are organising the 12th edition of the World Green Economy Summit (WGES) on 21 and 22 October 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, under the theme ‘From Success to Scale: Showcasing the Green Economy’. This year, WGES will focus on four main thematic pillars: Energy Technology & Infrastructure; Business Strategy & Transition; Water &…

SHARJAH, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry organised a trade mission to the Kingdom of Belgium to explore opportunities for strengthening bilateral economic, trade, and investment relations. Led by Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, Vice Chairman of the Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry and Chairman of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), the trade mission brought together representatives from UAE chambers of commerce and industry and the Emirati business community. The mission also aimed to identify new avenues for private-sector cooperation and business partnerships between the UAE and…