Author: Editorial Team

BRUSSELS, 7th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Ajman Chamber participated in the UAE trade mission to the Kingdom of Belgium to strengthen economic partnerships and expand trade and investment ties between the business communities of the two countries. The mission was organised by the Federation of UAE Chambers in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the UAE Embassy in Brussels, from 5th to 6th October. Mohammed bin Khalifa bin Salmeen Al Ariani, Board Member of the Ajman Chamber, represented the Chamber within the UAE delegation, which included government officials and private sector representatives. The programme included participation in…

ABU DHABI, 6th October, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA), H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs, witnessed on Tuesday the launch of Global Food Week (GFW), organised by ADNEC Group, a Modon company, in partnership with ADAFSA. The event runs from 6th to 8th October at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. H.H.…

ABU DHABI, 7th October, 2026 (WAM) — TRENDS Research & Advisory, an affiliate of TRENDS Group, held a workshop in collaboration with the UAE Public Prosecution during its participation in Ai Everything Abu Dhabi, which opened on Tuesday and runs for two days at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. Titled “From Awareness to Readiness: Towards an Empowered AI Generation”, the workshop was presented by Issa Ali Al-Mannai, an AI researcher at TRENDS. It addressed the rapid transformations brought about by the AI revolution in the education and labour sectors and the need to equip young people with the skills to use…

AHOY, the group building the world’s leading deployed Sovereign Physical AI platform, today announced the appointment of Kamil Hilali to its Board of Directors as an Independent Director. Mr. Hilali is Group CEO of TASC Towers Holding, an independent digital infrastructure platform operating across the Middle East and North Africa. He previously served as Group Chief Strategy Officer of Zain Group, where he led the development and execution of the 4Sight and 4WARD strategies underpinning Zain evolution from a mobile operator into a diversified digital and infrastructure TechCo, leading landmark M&A, capital restructurings, IPOs and tower divestments. He serves as…

ABU DHABI, 7th October, 2026 (WAM) — Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism and Co-Chair of the Investopia Board of Trustees, said Investopia has evolved into a platform that transforms dialogue into partnerships, opportunities and projects, while Investopia Bridge 2026 aims to connect capital with opportunities and markets with businesses. Speaking to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of Investopia Bridge 2026, bin Touq said the number of companies operating in new economy sectors in the UAE reached nearly 125,000 by the end of the first half of 2026, up about 37 percent from…

BUENOS AIRES, 7th October, 2026 (WAM) — Lionel Messi brought the curtain down on his 21-year international career on Tuesday, bidding farewell to Argentina fans in his final appearance for Argentina in Buenos Aires. The 39-year-old, widely regarded as one of the greatest football players of all time, signed off with his 126th international goal in front of 85,000 supporters as Argentina secured a 3-0 victory over Benin. Messi, making his record-extending 208th international appearance, also provided the assist for the opening goal scored by veteran Nicolás Otamendi, while Nico Paz also scored. Source: Emirates News Agency

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan congratulated Saudi Arabia on winning the Gulf Cup, after the tournament’s hosts ended 22-year wait for another Gulf Cup title on October 6. “Sincere congratulations to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and the Saudi people on winning the Arabian Gulf Cup,” wrote Sheikh Mohamed on his X account following the UAE vs Saudi Arabia final in Jeddah. In his message, the UAE President praised the sportsmanship demonstrated by both the UAE and Saudi teams during the match. “I also commend the…

ABU DHABI, 6th October, 2026 (WAM) — Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development is participating in “AI Everything Abu Dhabi 2026,” taking place on 6 and 7 October at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The event brings together policymakers, technology companies, startups, investors and business leaders from around the world to showcase advanced technologies and applications and build partnerships that will help shape the next phase of the AI economy. Under the concept “UAE-Built Intelligence,” the Fund is showcasing the solutions and innovations of 10 Emirati small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that apply artificial intelligence and advanced technologies across a range of…

ABU DHABI, 6th October, 2026 (WAM) — Al Ain Farms Group, the UAE’s leading protein and beverages producer, today unveiled a new identity for Camelait, its camel milk brand, and announced a series of agreements at Global Food Week in Abu Dhabi to expand its production and commercial reach into Europe and China, while advancing camel milk research and industry capability in the UAE. Camelait is building on Al Ain Farms Group’s camel milk experience since 2001 through an international model designed to produce closer to consumers and develop for local markets. A new collaboration with Khalifa University and Khalifa…

DUBAI, 6th October, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and the World Green Economy Organisation (WGEO) are organising the 12th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) on 21st and 22nd October 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, under the theme ‘From Success to Scale: Showcasing the Green Economy’. WGES 2026 will focus on four main thematic pillars: Energy Technology & Infrastructure, Business Strategy & Transition, Water & Food Security and Finance,…