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DUBAI, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — The Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO) hosted the second session of its International Media Briefing series, featuring Paul Griffiths, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Airports. A wide-ranging discussion moderated by Hend Fekri, Director of Strategic Media Relations, GDMO, explored the resilience of Dubai’s aviation sector, its key priorities and the long-term development plans shaping its future. The briefing brought together leading international and local media for a discussion on DXB’s growth, expanding connectivity, the development of Al Maktoum International (DWC), and plans to transform the passenger experience through technology. Mona Ghanem Al Marri,…
MUNICH, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade, and Katherina Reiche, German Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy, co-chaired the 12th session of the UAE-Germany Joint Economic Committee (JEC) in Munich. The session was held in conjunction with the official state visit to the Federal Republic of Germany by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The two sides reviewed the state of bilateral economic relations and agreed on a set of practical measures to deepen cooperation across priority sectors, including energy and renewable energy, advanced technology and…
AJMAN, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — The Ajman Business Women Council (AJBWC) at the Ajman Chamber of Commerce and Industry organised the “Emirati Female Manufacturers” Forum to mark the celebration of Emirati Women’s Day. The event aimed to honor the achievements of Emirati women, highlight their growing role in supporting the national economy, and showcase the success stories of Emirati women who transformed ambitions into projects, ideas into products, and challenges into opportunities, creating sustainable economic value and a tangible impact within the business community. The forum was attended by Dr. Amna Khalifa Al Ali, Board Member of the Ajman…
Kidney disease can quietly damage the body for years before clear symptoms appear, and doctors in the UAE said that some patients are still being diagnosed only after the condition has reached an advanced stage. Specialists said the problem is that the kidneys can continue working even after losing a significant part of their function. By the time a patient notices something is wrong, the damage may already be serious. “The kidneys function in silence,” said Dr John Cherian, specialist nephrologist at Aster Hospital, Mankhool. He said chronic kidney disease usually develops slowly and its early symptoms can be subtle…
DUBAI, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Police has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Enercap Energy Holding Limited to strengthen cooperation in research, development and innovation, with a focus on autonomous marine systems and advanced technologies. The agreement aims to enhance operational and technical capabilities through joint studies, research, technical and field trials, and the exchange of expertise and international best practices. The MoU was signed by Brigadier Mansour Al Gergawi, Director of the General Department of Administrative Affairs at Dubai Police, and Khalifa Khouri, Chairman of Enercap Energy Holding Limited and Chairman of Apex Energy Investments. Under…
NEW DELHI, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has arrived in India to lead the UAE delegation attending the 18th BRICS Summit, taking place in New Delhi from 12-13 September 2026, on behalf of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. The UAE delegation includes Sheikh Khalifa bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Court; Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation; Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology; Dr…
PARIS, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sports and Chairman of the UAE Space Agency, led the UAE delegation participating in the inaugural International Space Summit 2026, held in Paris on 9th and 10th September. The summit brought together heads of state and government, representatives of international and regional organisations, scientists, astronauts and private-sector leaders for discussions aimed at shaping a space sector capable of addressing current scientific, technological, economic and environmental challenges. Al Falasi said the global space sector is entering a new phase in which its impact extended beyond exploration to play…
MUNICH, Germany, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE-Germany Business Forum was held in Munich, coinciding with the state visit of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to Germany. The forum was attended by Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister for Foreign Trade, and Katherina Reiche, Federal Minister of Economic Affairs, representing the German side, alongside a large number of business leaders, investors, and representatives from chambers of commerce in both countries. The event saw the signing of 30 memoranda of understanding, agreements, and commercial partnerships between UAE and German entities, valued at €9.66 billion.…
ABU DHABI,11th September, 2026 (WAM) — ADNOC, XRG and Masdar today announced agreements with leading German companies, strengthening the strategic partnership between the UAE and Germany across energy, industry and advanced technology. Together, the agreements have the potential to enable more than €5 billion of investment and deepen cooperation by combining the UAE’s expertise in energy and long-term capital with Germany’s industrial and technological capabilities. The agreements were signed during the state visit by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to the Federal Republic of Germany and follow the announcement of €40 billion in intended long-term investment…
KATHMANDU, 11th September, 2026 (WAM) — The fifth UAE relief aircraft arrived in Nepal on Friday carrying 34 tonnes of humanitarian aid as part of the UAE’s ongoing air bridge to support relief efforts and assist those affected by floods and landslides. The aircraft was received by Sudan Gurung, Nepal’s Minister for Home Affairs; Mahabir Pun, Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation; and Abdulla Saeed Al Shamsi, UAE Ambassador to the South Asian nation. The shipment included jet skis, rescue boats, relief packages, solar panels, specialised search-and-rescue equipment and other humanitarian supplies aimed at strengthening the capabilities of field teams,…