Author: Editorial Team
ABU DHABI,31st August, 2026 (WAM) — Argentine legend Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from Argentina duty after winning 207 caps. The 39-year-old, who made his Argentina debut in 2005, won the World Cup in 2022 and was a runner-up this summer and in 2014. He also secured two Copa América titles. Messi wrote in a statement: “It was a decision that hurt – and still hurts deep down – but I understand that the time has come. I swear to you that I always gave it my all – not just in these last few years when we won…
ABU DHABI, 1st September, 2026 (WAM) — Japan Oil Development Co., Ltd. (Inpex) highlighted the cultural parallels in falconry and raptor conservation between Japan and the United Arab Emirates during its participation at the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX 2026). Masato Kamiya, Country Chair Abu Dhabi, Managing Director of Inpex, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that the event serves as a platform to deepen ties by celebrating shared values, noting ongoing collaborations with local entities such as the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) and the Emirates Falconers’ Club. The company’s pavilion features traditional Japanese crafts,…
DUBAI, 31st August, 2026 (WAM) — The Arab Media Summit Organising Committee announced that the Ministers of Information from Egypt, Syria, Bahrain, Jordan and Lebanon will participate in this year’s Summit, joining senior regional and international figures to discuss the future of the media industry. Scheduled to take place from 15-17 September 2026, the Summit will be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of…
ABU DHABI, 31st August, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Registration Authority (ADRA), the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development’s (ADDED) arm to develop and regulate the business sector, has revealed continued strong growth in new economic licences issued to Emirati businesswomen and entrepreneurs, underscoring the success of initiatives and policies to empower women and increase their positive contribution to socio-economic development. ADRA reported that 3,058 new economic licences were issued to Emirati female entrepreneurs and businesswomen during the first half of 2026 (January to June), representing 6.4% rise compared with 2,873 licences issued during the corresponding period in 2025.…
ABU DHABI, 31st August, 2026 (WAM) – Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Falconers’ Club, The fourth day of the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX 2026), taking place under the theme “A Legacy of Pride”, attracted strong visitor turnout from the early hours of the day. Family attendance increased significantly during the evening, with the exhibition welcoming visitors daily from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The 23rd edition of the exhibition, the largest in…
DUBAI, 31st August, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Interior (MoI), in collaboration with the Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG), has launched the third edition of the “Executive Programme for Innovation Leaders.” The programme is designed to prepare specialized national talent from within the Ministry to lead innovation and develop forward-looking solutions and practices in government and security work. The programme was launched at the School’s headquarters in Dubai in the presence of Mohammed Al-Khatib, Senior Director of Support Services at Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government, together with a number of Ministry officers and members of the…
FUJAIRAH, 31st August, 2026 (WAM) — Fujairah Martial Arts Club (FMAC) has signed the Brighton Plus Helsinki Declaration on Women and Sport, issued by the International Working Group on Women and Sport (IWG), coinciding with the month-long celebration of Emirati Women’s Day 2026. The signing makes the club one of more than 700 international organizations committed to enhancing the participation and empowerment of women and girls in sport. The signing reflects the club’s participation in the national celebrations of Emirati Women’s Day and underscores its commitment to translating the values of women’s empowerment, equality, and equal opportunity into sustainable sports…
ABU DHABI, 31st August, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) celebrates Emirati Women’s Day 2026 by recognising the pivotal role Emirati women play in advancing the Fund’s development mandate and shaping its future. The occasion underscores ADFD’s continued commitment to empowering national talent, fostering an inclusive and enabling workplace, and supporting Emirati women to take on greater leadership roles and contribute to the UAE’s sustainable development journey. Held this year under the theme “We Emerge Stronger and Better”, Emirati Women’s Day celebrates the UAE’s progress in empowering women to contribute to the country’s future. At ADFD, Emirati…
KATHMANDU, 31st August, 2026 (WAM) — The second UAE relief aircraft, operated through the UAE Aid Agency, arrived in the Republic of Nepal carrying 45 tonnes of relief supplies for people affected by floods and landslides. The aid delivery comes in implementation of the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who ordered the allocation of $10 million in assistance. The aid includes essential food supplies, relief materials, power generators, and other vital necessities for those affected. The assistance will help provide urgent support to families affected by the floods and landslides, particularly in the worst-affected…
BRUSSELS, 31st August, 2026 (WAM) — The Waregem Racecourse in the Kingdom of Belgium hosts the eleventh leg of the UAE President’s Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses tomorrow, Tuesday 1 September 2026, with 11 horses representing elite studs taking part, within the calendar of the 33rd edition of the Prestigious Cup. The Belgium leg brings together a strong group of previous leg champions and horses who have excelled during the current season, in a race run over 2,200 metres on turf in the Group 2 category, open to Purebred Arabian horses aged four years and above. The prize purse stands…