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Economy Energy UAE

UAE, China strengthen energy ties with new clean energy and industrial platform deal

Photo Credit : WAM The UAE’s Ministry of Investment has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding with Jereh Group to develop an integrated clean energy and industrial platform, reinforcing the country’s push to lead in next-generation energy and advanced manufacturing. The agreement, signed by Mohammad Abdulrahman Alhawi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Investment,
Corporate UAE

Abu Dhabi’s DGE puts human capital at the core of an AI-driven government future

Miguel Hadchity
Photo credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — April 2026 — The Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi has confirmed that investing in human capital is the essential foundation for building a future-ready, AI-driven government. According to the Emirates News Agency, Abdullah Al Shammari, executive director of the national workforce enablement sector, explained that the department
Tech UAE

UAE emerges as global AI powerhouse in 2026 Stanford AI Index

Photo Credit : WAM The United Arab Emirates has secured its position among the world’s leading artificial intelligence hubs, according to the latest AI Index Report 2026 released by Stanford University’s Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence. The report highlights the UAE’s strong institutional framework supporting AI strategy, governance, and awareness,
Travel UAE

DXB named world’s second busiest for total passengers in 2025, leading global hub for international travel

Miguel Hadchity
Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — April 2026 —  Dubai International Airport has once again cemented its status as a major force in global aviation, ranking among the world’s busiest airports for international passenger traffic after handling 92.5 million passengers in 2025. According to rankings released by Airports Council International and carried by the Emirates […]
News UAE

Dubai Police play key role in dismantling Scottish ‘Lyons Clan’ in global crime crackdown

Photo Credit : WAM In a major international security operation, Dubai Police, in coordination with the UAE Ministry of Interior, have helped dismantle the notorious Scottish criminal network known as the Lyons Clan. The action formed part of the global operation Operation Armorum targeting money laundering and transnational organised crime. Authorities confirmed that Dubai
Defence & Security UAE

UAE issues nationwide alerts as air defence systems respond to missile threat

The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) has confirmed that the country’s air defence systems are actively responding to a missile and drone threat, prompting immediate safety measures and nationwide alerts. Authorities issued emergency notifications across the UAE, urging residents to remain calm but vigilant as the situation unfolds. People
Bahrain Defence & Security

Bahrain intercepts 665 missiles and drones amid escalating regional tensions

Bahrain Defence Force has successfully intercepted and destroyed a total of 665 aerial threats, including 188 ballistic missiles and 477 drones, since the beginning of Iranian attacks targeting the kingdom. According to a statement reported by Bahrain News Agency, the country’s air defence systems have been operating at high readiness to counter repeated strikes aimed […]