Author: Editorial Team
DUBAI, 4th October, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Dubai will host the Concordia Horizon Summit for the first time in the Middle East in May 2027. The gathering will convene government leaders, business executives and decision makers to address global challenges, explore areas of cooperation, and accelerate public-private partnerships. It will be accompanied by the announcement of high-impact economic and development initiatives that position Dubai as an international leader. The summit will ensure that critical topics relevant…
DUBAI, 4th October, 2026 (WAM) — The 7th Annual Emirates Oncology Society Conference concluded today, Sunday, in Dubai after two days of scientific sessions, workshops and specialized discussions. The event issued key recommendations focusing on expanding the use of artificial intelligence to predict cancer treatment outcomes, advancing the use of immunotherapy in patients with advanced-stage cancers, and accelerating developments in personalized cancer medicine through the identification of genetic mutations and the selection of treatments tailored to the molecular characteristics of each tumor. The conference brought together a distinguished group of oncology experts, physicians and specialists from the UAE and abroad…
DUBAI, 4th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Olympic Committee, praised the UAE athletic contingent’s exceptional performance at the Asian Games Aichi–Nagoya 2026, which witnessed the country’s best-ever showing since its Asian Games debut in 1978. The UAE placed 13th among 45 participating nations in the overall medal standings as the continental sporting showcase concluded in Japan. H.H. said the achievement reflects the determination of UAE athletes to raise the nation’s flag and their burning ambition to strengthen the country’s standing among Asia’s leading sporting nations. Sheikh Mansoor extolled…
Two officers from Iraq’s Kurdistan Regional Government have praised Dubai Police’s use of technology, innovation and international cooperation after completing the third edition of the Policing Innovation and Leadership (PIL) Diploma. Captain Mohammad Hayder Mohammad Bndyan, head of the Coordination Department at the Kurdistan Regional Government’s Ministry of Interior, and First Lieutenant Mansur Mudhafar Swara of the Forensic Evidence Department took part in the programme, organised by Dubai Police in collaboration with Rabdan Academy. Both officers said the UAE’s focus on innovation and excellence in policing had encouraged them to join the programme. Stay up to date with the latest…
SHARJAH, 4th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Organisational Committee of Ports and Border Points in the Emirate of Sharjah held its 9th meeting of 2026 at Khatmat Malaha Border, chaired by Mohammed Ibrahim Al Raisi, Director of Ports and Border Points Affairs at the Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority and Chairman of the Committee. The meeting brought together Committee members representing the relevant government and security entities to review the latest developments across Sharjah’s ports and border points and discuss a range of organisational, security and operational matters on the agenda. Al Raisi stressed the importance of continuing…
JEDDAH, 4th October, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Football Association (UAEFA) has increased the number of chartered aircraft transporting UAE supporters to Jeddah to back the national team in Tuesday’s Arabian Gulf Cup “Gulf 27” final against Saudi Arabia to 12, up from the six previously announced. The UAEFA said in a statement that the decision was taken in response to strong demand from supporters. It added that registration would close once the required number had been reached. Source: Emirates News Agency
DUBAI, 4th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai CommerCity (DCC), the region’s first free zone dedicated exclusively to digital commerce and a joint venture between the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) and Wasl Group, continues to strengthen its position as an integrated platform supporting the growth of the digital economy and future commerce. This comes as the free zone prepares to deliver the second phase of its expansion between the first quarter of 2027 and the fourth quarter of 2028, with total investments exceeding AED1.8 billion. Commenting on the expansion, H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of DIEZ,…
DUBAI, 4th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai, attended a reception hosted by the Consulate General of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Dubai today to mark the Kingdom’s 96th National Day. Upon his arrival at the venue, he was received by Dr. Meshal bin Ahmed Al Ghamdi, Consul General of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, along with a number of ministers and senior officials. The reception was held at the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai. On the occasion, H.H. Sheikh Ahmed extended…
Dubai’s Awqaf has now launched a ‘heritage village’ project for senior citizens, in collaboration with the Emirates Association for Care and Welfare of Parents in Ras Al Khaimah. Funded through the Al Sayah Endowment Fund, the project is specifically designed to serve more than 150 senior citizens by providing a comprehensive, community-focused hub that enhances their quality of life and preserves national identity. The project provides a comfortable, integrated environment inspired by traditional Emirati heritage, featuring 14 heritage shops showcasing local culture and crafts, a specialised space built to host cultural, community, and entertainment events and a space blending social,…
SHARJAH, 4th October, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Airport Authority has launched its Youth Council, a dedicated platform that harnesses the energy and talent of its young employees, gives them a voice in shaping the workplace, and supports the Authority’s objectives and strategy through fresh ideas and initiatives. The launch coincides with UAE Civil Aviation Day, an occasion that celebrates the sector’s role in connecting the UAE with the world and highlights the contribution of young people in driving its continued development. Ali Salim Al Midfa, Chairman of Sharjah Airport Authority, said, “The launch of the Youth Council coincides with UAE…