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CAPITALS, 23rd September, 2026 (WAM) — Oil prices edged lower on Wednesday, with Brent crude futures falling 7 cents, or 0.07 percent, to US$99.18 a barrel as of 01:19 GMT. US West Texas Intermediate crude futures also fell 35 cents, or 0.39 percent, to US$90.17 a barrel. Source: Emirates News Agency
ABU DHABI, 22nd September, 2026 (WAM) — Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development is participating in Al Ain Future Business Forum 2026, organised by the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) at ADNEC Centre Al Ain on 23rd to 24th September 2026, under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region. The participation forms part of Khalifa Fund’s ongoing efforts to support the growth of Emirati enterprises and strengthen the entrepreneurship ecosystem across Abu Dhabi. Khalifa Fund’s participation highlights its approach to supporting entrepreneurs in Al Ain through an integrated ecosystem that…
NEW YORK, 22nd September, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the Arab Republic of Egypt, the State of Qatar, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, the Republic of Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Republic of Türkiye, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia met in New York on 21 September 2026, on the margins of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly. The Ministers express deep concern over the continued humanitarian suffering in Gaza and call upon Israel to immediately fulfil its outstanding commitments under the First Phase of the Comprehensive…
ABU DHABI, 22nd September, 2026 (WAM) — The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has signed and renewed 21 trade and industry partnership agreements at Arabian Travel Market, strengthening the emirate’s global commercial network and advancing the objectives of Tourism Strategy 2030. In addition, the organisation was recognised for its commitment to experiential authenticity with an accolade for Best Stand Feature at this year’s show. Designed to immerse visitors in the emirate’s rich heritage, the Experience Abu Dhabi stand was recognised for its striking showcases, from the Liwa International Festival buggy to cultural activations by…
ABU DHABI, 22nd September, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Customs is participating in the inaugural edition of the Al Ain Future Business Forum, organised by the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, on 23rd and 24th September 2026 at ADNEC Centre Al Ain. The participation forms part of Abu Dhabi Customs’ efforts to enhance the competitiveness of the business environment, facilitate trade and supply chains, and support Abu Dhabi’s economic diversification journey. Abu Dhabi Customs’ participation in the forum, held under the…
DUBAI, 22nd September, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates today offered their condolences to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on the passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Those offering their condolences included His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah; His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah; His Highness…
ABU DHABI, 22nd September, 2026 (WAM) — Team Abu Dhabi is stepping up preparations for the third round of the UIM F1H2O World Championship, scheduled to take place in Shanghai, China, from 3rd to 5th October, with the team heading into the event at the top of the Teams’ Championship standings. The official programme begins on 3rd October with the opening of the paddock, registration and technical scrutineering, before competitive action gets underway on 4th and 5th October, with another highly competitive weekend expected among the championship’s leading teams and drivers. Team Abu Dhabi arrives in China leading the Teams’…
ABU DHABI, 23rd September, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of H.H. Lieutenant General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, the Education Interface platform organised the 12th edition of its annual exhibition from 22 and 23 September 2026 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi), with broad participation from local and international universities and educational institutions. The opening ceremony was attended by Dr. Mugheer Khamis Al Khaili as Secretary-General of Erth Zayed Philanthropies, along a select group of decision-makers, representatives of educational institutions, experts, families, and students. The 2026…
ZAGREB, 22nd September, 2026 (WAM) — Sebastián Molano got UAE Team Emirates-XRG off to the perfect start at the CRO Race, powering to victory on Stage 1 after an excellent team performance on the 167km opening stage from Split to Seget Donji. Running from Tuesday, 22 September through to Sunday, 27 September, the CRO Race is a six-day stage race that takes place in the European nation of Croatia. The Colombian produced a long sprint from around 300 metres to go following a superb lead-out from Rui Oliveira, holding off a fast-finishing Paul Magnier (Soudal Quick-Step) to take the victory…
BRUSSELS, 22nd September, 2026 (WAM) – In August 2026, the price of fuels and lubricants for personal transport in the EU increased by 23.8 percent compared with August 2025. This followed year-on-year increases of 13.7 percent in June and 16.9 percent in July, according to Eurostat. In 26 of the 27 EU countries, fuels and lubricants prices were higher in August 2026 compared with August 2025. Eighteen EU countries recorded price increases higher than 20 percent. The highest increases were recorded in Bulgaria (+34.5%), Lithuania (+28.8%), Finland (+27.6%), Germany (+27.5%) and France (+27.4%). The lowest increases were recorded in Hungary…