Author: Editorial Team
ABU DHABI, 4th September, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs and Chairman of the International Fund for Houbara Conservation (IFHC) Board of Directors, today witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between IFHC and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi). The MoU, which was signed at the Sheikh Zayed Houbara Conservation Programme pavilion during the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) taking place until 6 September 2026, aims to strengthen cooperation in…
KATHMANDU, 4th September, 2026 (WAM) — The third UAE relief plane arrived in the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal carrying a search and rescue team, as part of the UAE’s ongoing efforts to provide urgent humanitarian assistance to those affected by floods and landslides that have left dozens dead, injured or missing and caused extensive damage. The plane was received by Dr Mahabir Pun, Nepal’s Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation; Joint Secretary Ram Kaji Khadka, Division Head of Central Asia, West Asia and Africa at Nepal’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Abdullah Al Shamsi, UAE Ambassador to Nepal; and Dr.…
ABU DHABI, 4th September, 2026 (WAM) — In the presence of H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Erth Zayed Philanthropies, Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) and Abu Dhabi Nature Academy, a subsidiary of Ekthar Wildlife Development Limited, part of Erth Zayed Philanthropies, have signed a cooperation agreement to launch the Poultry Farm Biosecurity Programme. The agreement, made on the sidelines of Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition 2026, was signed by Dr Tareq…
KATHMANDU, 4th September, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE, through the UAE Aid Agency, continues to provide various forms of humanitarian assistance to those affected by floods and landslides in the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal, supporting relief efforts in affected areas. These efforts are being carried out in implementation of the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to allocate US$10 million to assist those affected, support early recovery and enhance stability amid the difficult circumstances. Dr. Ahmed Al Mansouri, Director of the Office of the Vice Chairman of the UAE Aid Agency, said the UAE…
ABU DHABI, 4th September, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from President of the Republic of Türkiye His Excellency Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. During the call, the two leaders discussed cooperation between their countries and ways to further strengthen ties in support of their development priorities, mutual interests, and the prosperity of their peoples. The two sides also reviewed a number of issues of mutual interest, particularly regional developments and ongoing efforts to address them. They underscored the need to intensify efforts to strengthen security and stability in the…
DAKAR, Senegal, 4th September, 2026 (WAM) — Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye, President of the Republic of Senegal, received Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade, and the accompanying UAE delegation during an official visit to Dakar to discuss ways to strengthen trade and investment relations and explore new opportunities for cooperation in priority sectors. Al Zeyoudi conveyed to the President the greetings of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai; and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al…
DUBAI, 4th September, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Customs showcased customs facilities, digital services and trade-support initiatives at the DSO Executive Networking Forum, organised by Dubai Silicon Oasis to strengthen engagement with the business community. The Department highlighted four customs circulars issued in June and July 2026 as part of the government’s economic stimulus package, providing businesses with greater flexibility in meeting customs obligations and supporting trade and supply chain continuity. Under Customs Circular No. 12/2026, 6,613 companies benefited from a 120-day extension for pending customs duty statuses covering transactions whose original periods expire between 27th February and 31st July 2026.…
AJMAN, 4th September, 2026 (WAM) — Ajman Chamber has organised the “AIRIS-Certified AI Practitioner” training programme to equip employees with practical skills in generative AI and AI agents. The programme aims to help participants apply AI in the workplace, design innovative initiatives and develop practical roadmaps for broader adoption of AI technologies. Training covered artificial intelligence concepts and applications, data science, machine learning, deep learning and neural networks, natural language processing, computer vision, generative AI and AI agents. Kulthum Al Asam, Director of the Human Resources Department, said the programme supports Ajman Chamber’s efforts to build a more innovative and…
ABU DHABI, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Muay Thai and Kickboxing Federation has unveiled its 2026-27 Emirates Champions Season, featuring nine national championships and seven international commitments. Running from September 2026 to June 2027, the domestic calendar aims to broaden participation across age categories, develop athletes and provide clubs and academies with a year-round competitive pathway into the national teams. The season opens with the UAE Kickboxing Championship for seniors in September, followed by the UAE Muay Thai Championship for youth in October. The UAE Muay Thai Cup will be contested over three rounds, beginning in Abu Dhabi…
DUBAI, 4th September, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Airports continued its month-long Emirati Women’s Day programme with a special edition of the Dubai Mallathon at Dubai International (DXB), bringing Emirati women, colleagues, families and members of the public together for a celebratory walk through Terminal 3. The event brought members of the Dubai Airports Women’s Network (DAWN) and other participants together to mark this year’s theme, Moving Forward. Emerging Together. It recognised the achievements and contributions of Emirati women across Dubai Airports, the aviation sector and the UAE, while reflecting DAWN’s role in creating opportunities for colleagues to connect, learn from…