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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a phone call today with Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India, to discuss opportunities to further strengthen bilateral ties under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between the UAE and India. Sheikh Mohamed also congratulated Prime Minister Modi on his birthday, wishing him continued good health and further success in advancing India’s progress and fulfilling the aspirations of its people. Prime Minister Modi thanked Sheikh Mohamed for his kind sentiments and reaffirmed his commitment to continuing to work together to further strengthen bilateral relations for the benefit…

ABU DHABI, 18th September, 2026 (WAM) — First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the UAE’s global bank and one of the world’s largest and safest financial institutions, has been ranked number one in TIME’s inaugural Arabia’s Top Companies of 2026 list, published in partnership with Statista, a leading international provider of market and consumer data and rankings. The ranking recognises the top 200 companies across Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE, assessing them based on employee satisfaction, revenue growth in recent years and sustainability transparency. Among the companies featured, banking and finance was the most represented sector, accounting…

ABU DHABI, 18th September, 2026 (WAM) — A panel discussion at the 35th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF 2026), organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC), highlighted the Sheikh Zayed Book Award (SZBA) as a reflection of the UAE’s globally oriented outlook. Titled ‘Sheikh Zayed Book Award.. Celebrating 20 Years of Culture and Creativity’, the session brought together Dr Ali bin Tamim, the Award’s Secretary-General and Chairman of the ALC, along with this year’s award winners: Ashraf Elashmawy, winner of the Literature category; Mustapha Rajouane in the Young Author category; Prof. Dr Mohamed Elkhosht in Manuscripts, Encyclopaedias,…

Walking into Em Sherif Deli’s new Al Ain branch, we were immediately met with warm hospitality. Located at Al Mutarid Lifestyle Centre, the restaurant has a casual and welcoming feel, with warm lighting, wooden interiors and both indoor and outdoor seating. It is the brand’s third location in the UAE, following two branches in Dubai, and its first in Al Ain. Once we sat down, the shawarma immediately caught our attention on the menu. Before ordering, we ended up speaking to a man at a nearby table and asked what he thought we should try. He recommended the shawarma and…

DUBAI, 18th September, 2026 (WAM) — The Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC) concluded its participation at GISEC Global 2026, held from 16th to 18th September at Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai, following three days of new initiative launches, international collaboration, specialised discussions and cybersecurity competitions. Yousuf Hamad Al Shaibani, Chief Executive of the Dubai Electronic Security Centre, said, “Our participation at GISEC Global 2026 reflects Dubai’s continued commitment to advancing cybersecurity through innovation, international collaboration and investment in specialised capabilities. The initiatives introduced and partnerships strengthened over the past three days demonstrate our focus on anticipating future requirements and…

ABU DHABI, 18th September, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) announced a major expansion of the global reach of its Digital Arabic Library initiative as part of the 35th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF 2026), bringing the total number of e-book and audiobook titles available up to over 42,000. The expansion marks a significant step in the project’s evolution, where it shifts from digitising content to building an integrated digital publishing ecosystem with global reach. The announcement was made as part of the ‘8:00 PM’ initiative, reflecting a broader drive to strengthen the presence of…

When Emirati author Maryam Al Mur first walked into a publisher’s office, she was not trying to become a novelist. She had taken along a small book of her poetry and prose and wanted to have it published. Instead, the publisher told her that people would not buy it [poetry and prose] and challenged her to write a novel. “I said: ‘Me? Write a novel?’” Al Mur recalled, laughing. The remark stayed with her. She took up the challenge and wrote ‘Ghabat Salama’, a novel based on a traditional Gulf tale she had known since childhood. That first novel eventually…

RAS AL KHAIMAH, 18th September, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, today witnessed the signing of a cooperation agreement between the Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority, RAK Department of Civil Aviation, and Chinese company Aridge, a specialised advanced air mobility company affiliated with XPeng, to develop, test and implement advanced air mobility solutions in Ras Al Khaimah. The signing took place at RAK Ruler’s palace in the Saqr bin Mohammed City during his reception of Zhao Deli, Founder and Chairman of XPeng Aeroht, and the accompanying delegation.…

RAS AL KHAIMAH, 18th September, 2026 (WAM) — Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) showcased Ras Al Khaimah as an attractive base for Irish businesses looking to establish, scale and access markets across the UAE, GCC and beyond at the Irish Business Network Dubai’s annual ‘Rise & Thrive’ seminar. Addressing senior Irish and Ireland-affiliated executives, entrepreneurs and government representatives, the RAKEZ team presented the emirate’s combination of economic stability, competitive operating environment and expanding investment pipeline, and the opportunities these create for businesses seeking a regional growth platform. The discussion formed part of the event’s featured panel, ‘The UAE Advantage’,…

The partnership brought skin-health awareness, sun-protection guidance and well-being activities to delivery riders across the UAE Published: Fri 18 Sept 2026, 3:00 PM They show up for us every day. This time, NAOS wanted to show up for them. On 8 September, NAOS, together with its Bioderma brand, joined talabat Rider League at Danube Sports World as the official skincare partner, bringing skin health awareness, practical sun-protection guidance, sports, engagement and moments of appreciation to the riders. “For NAOS, social responsibility starts with seeing the person behind the service. It is about recognising the people who quietly support our everyday…