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SHARJAH, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — Halima Humaid Al Owais, Chairperson of the Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC), will preside over the council’s second session on Thursday, when members take up a draft law on lost and abandoned property in the emirate. It is the second sitting of the fourth regular session of the 11th legislative term. Members will first ratify the minutes of the opening session. They will then turn to the draft law governing the handling of lost and abandoned property in Sharjah. Source: Emirates News Agency
ABU DHABI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has announced plans to open the Ramhan Island bridge network in the second quarter of 2027, as part of a major strategic project involving the construction of a seven-bridge development connecting Ramhan and Jubail Islands to Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed highway (E12). The project is part of DMT’s efforts to enhance mobility links in line with urban and economic development across Abu Dhabi. Upon completion, the development will cover more than 166,000 square metres, at an estimated cost of AED 872 million. It also includes three…
DUBAI, 28th October, 2026 (WAM) — Reigning T100 World Champion Kate Waugh has praised the Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) for encouraging people to be physically active, ahead of her participation in the Dubai T100 Triathlon at Al Mamzar on 14th November. In an official statement issued by the organising committee, Waugh said, “I think it’s an amazing initiative. Getting a whole city moving for 30 minutes a day for 30 days is such a simple idea, but having visited Dubai last year you can really see the impact it’s having.” She added, “That’s what the T100 Triathlon World Tour is…
JAKARTA, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — Abdulaziz Mohammed Al Mulla, Director General of the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) and Vice-Chair of the Belt and Road Initiative Tax Administration Cooperation Forum, has stressed the importance of cooperation in tax administration among countries participating in the Belt and Road Initiative. In remarks made at the forum, he explained that cooperation contributes to the exchange of expertise and information and the wider adoption of smart systems in the tax sector, helping to facilitate tax transactions and the flow of trade and investment. He also emphasised the importance of joining forces to strengthen the…
ABU DHABI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Airports has welcomed the launch of new Air India Express services connecting Zayed International Airport (AUH) with Amritsar, alongside the relaunch of direct flights to Goa (GOX). Both routes commenced operations on 25 October and operate three times weekly, further strengthening air connectivity between Abu Dhabi and India. Air India Express’ latest additions to Amritsar and Goa build on the airline’s significant expansion at AUH over the past 12 months. Since 2025, the airline has launched services to Guwahati, Indore, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Navi Mumbai, and Pune, enhancing Abu Dhabi’s connectivity with…
ABU DHABI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Finance (MoF) convened the Financial Data Forum 2026 in Abu Dhabi today as part of its ongoing efforts to advance government financial management, enhance the efficiency of financial statement preparation, and improve the accuracy and reliability of financial data. The event was attended by Mariam Mohammed Al Amiri, Assistant Undersecretary for the Government Financial Management Sector at the Ministry of Finance, alongside representatives of federal entities and accounting and finance graduates from United Arab Emirates University (UAEU), the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) and Zayed University (ZU). Their participation reflected…
DUBAI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Dubai Press Club (DPC), in collaboration with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), has concluded the latest phase of the Dubai Content Creators Programme, focused on the economy and tourism. Two weeks of engaging sessions and workshops equipped participants with storytelling and production skills to showcase Dubai’s growing profile as a global economic and tourism hub. The programme highlighted the role of content creators in communicating Dubai’s opportunities for investment, entrepreneurship, employment, and creativity, as well as its competitive strengths and diverse tourism experiences. Dubai’s story is shaped by how business,…
SHARJAH, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has announced a new initiative for the people of Kalba in the form of a women’s tower which will be constructed in the area near the University of Kalba, across from the clock tower. The design is complete, and work is already underway on the tower’s foundations. His Highness stressed that launching new projects brings great joy to the people. His Highness recalled very happy childhood memories he has never forgotten, memories that remain vivid to this day,…
ABU DHABI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Sheikh Saeed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Endowment has contributed 10,000 winter kits containing 70,000 items of clothing and heating supplies as part of the “Winter Clothing” initiative launched by Operation Chivalrous Knight 3. The initiative aims to support one million beneficiaries in the Gaza Strip, alleviating the suffering of residents and helping them cope with harsh winter conditions. Hamoud Al Afari, Director of UAE Relief Operations under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that the winter kits were packed at Mohamed bin Zayed University for Humanities, with broad…
ABU DHABI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) – UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, today received the flydubai crew members involved in the in-flight incident on 30 September. Their Highnesses praised the crew’s courage and professionalism in ensuring the safety of passengers and securing the aircraft, affirming that protecting people’s safety and security remains a top priority for the UAE. The meeting was attended by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of…