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DUBAI, 4th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai CommerCity (DCC), the region’s first free zone dedicated exclusively to digital commerce and a joint venture between the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) and Wasl Group, continues to strengthen its position as an integrated platform supporting the growth of the digital economy and future commerce. This comes as the free zone prepares to deliver the second phase of its expansion between the first quarter of 2027 and the fourth quarter of 2028, with total investments exceeding AED1.8 billion. Commenting on the expansion, H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of DIEZ,…

DUBAI, 4th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai, attended a reception hosted by the Consulate General of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Dubai today to mark the Kingdom’s 96th National Day. Upon his arrival at the venue, he was received by Dr. Meshal bin Ahmed Al Ghamdi, Consul General of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, along with a number of ministers and senior officials. The reception was held at the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai. On the occasion, H.H. Sheikh Ahmed extended…

SHARJAH, 4th October, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Airport Authority has launched its Youth Council, a dedicated platform that harnesses the energy and talent of its young employees, gives them a voice in shaping the workplace, and supports the Authority’s objectives and strategy through fresh ideas and initiatives. The launch coincides with UAE Civil Aviation Day, an occasion that celebrates the sector’s role in connecting the UAE with the world and highlights the contribution of young people in driving its continued development. Ali Salim Al Midfa, Chairman of Sharjah Airport Authority, said, “The launch of the Youth Council coincides with UAE…

SHARJAH, 4th October, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the World Telugu Information Technology Council (WTITC) in India, to strengthen international cooperation in technology, research, innovation, investment and business development, while creating new opportunities for collaboration between Sharjah and the global Telugu technology and business community. The MoU was signed at SPARK headquarters by Dr. Fareed Mahmoud Abdalla Alameeri, Chief Strategy Officer, SPARK, and Sundeep Kumar Makthala, Chairman, WTITC. The partnership will facilitate cooperation in areas including applied research, technology development and transfer, technology validation, pilot projects,…

ABU DHABI, 4th October, 2026 (WAM) – UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Her Excellency Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of the Italian Republic, discussed bilateral relations and opportunities to expand cooperation, particularly in the economic and development fields, during a phone call today. The two sides reaffirmed their commitment to advancing cooperation under the strategic partnership between the two countries in support of shared growth and prosperity. His Highness and the Italian Prime Minister also reviewed a number of regional and international issues of mutual interest, particularly developments in the Middle East and ongoing efforts…

SHARJAH, 4th October, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) conducted a field visit to Badami Holding Group, a global leader in automotive spare parts distribution, supply chain solutions and logistics, to gain insights into its operations and future growth plans. The visit also explored how the Chamber’s integrated business services can support the company’s continued expansion and strengthen its presence in international markets. The visit forms part of SCCI’s ongoing efforts to reinforce its role as a key enabler of the private sector, supporting companies in strengthening their competitiveness and expanding into regional and international markets.…

ABU DHABI, 4th October, 2026 (WAM) — The DP World Tour has announced that Aldar will become the new Title Partner of the 2026 Abu Dhabi Championship, the first of two events in the season-ending DP World Tour Play-Offs. The announcement marks the next chapter in the existing relationship between the DP World Tour and Aldar, who became an Official Marketing Partner and Official Real Estate Partner of the DP World Tour in 2025. The 2026 Abu Dhabi Aldar Championship, staged by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council and the DP World Tour, will take place from 5-8 November, and will…

TOKYO, 4th October, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates Jumping concluded its campaign at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 with a second silver medal on Sunday, as Abdullah Humaid Al Muhairi and Hudson de Vains claimed Individual silver following a dramatic three-way jump-off at JRA Equestrian Park. The result adds to Emirates Jumping’s Team silver medal secured on Thursday, capping a successful Championship campaign in which all four combinations progressed to their respective Individual Finals. Humaid Abdulla Khalifa Al Muhairi and Mentos narrowly missed out on a medal in fourth place in Competition A, while Omar Abdul Aziz Al Marzooqi and…

VIENNA, 4th October, 2026 (WAM) — Austria has lost nearly a third of its glacier area over the past two decades, with 95 glaciers disappearing completely, highlighting accelerating glacier shrinkage that could eventually leave some mountain ranges without glacial ice. A comprehensive study conducted by researchers from the Austrian Academy of Sciences and the universities of Innsbruck, Salzburg and Graz documented the scale of the losses after mapping Austria’s glaciers using high-resolution imagery. Lea Hartl, lead author of the study and a researcher at the Institute for Interdisciplinary Mountain Research at the Austrian Academy of Sciences, said the losses in…

SHARJAH, 4th October, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, witnessed on Sunday morning the signing of strategic cooperation agreements by the Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) with the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (ICESCO) in Sharjah, FranklinCovey Middle East, and Faseeh E-Learning Centre. The agreements were signed by Ali Ahmed Al Hosani, Director-General of the Sharjah Private Education Authority; Salem Omar Salem, Director of the ICESCO Regional Office in Sharjah; Ammar Ahmed Abdulrasoul, CEO of FranklinCovey Middle East; and Dr Sajida Salem Mohammed, Executive Director…