Author: Editorial Team
Crisp cold air, massive dunes and a rush of adrenaline; one of UAE’s most beloved adventure experiences — the Liwa festival — is set to return this December, commemorating the winter season in these UAE desert. Located at the Liwa desert in Al Dhafra, this year the festival will take place from December 11 to January 2, 2027, around the Tal Moreeb — the UAE’s tallest dune at more than 300 metres. The festival’s first official app will also be launched, allowing visitors to explore the event calendar, stay up to date with latest announcements, select and book camping spots…
ABU DHABI, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity and sincere condolences to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia following the martyrdom of two officers in the crash of a reconnaissance helicopter belonging to the Ministry of National Guard in the Najran region. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the two martyrs, and to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its people over this tragedy. Source: Emirates News Agency
ABU DHABI, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with Canada and its people following a fire at CFB Wainwright military base in the province of Alberta, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims and to the government and people of Canada over this tragedy, as well as its wishes for a speedy recovery for all the injured. Source: Emirates News Agency
BANGKOK, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has concluded its active participation in the 2026 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (WBG), held in Bangkok, Thailand, from 12 to 18 October, with Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, leading the Ministry of Finance delegation. The UAE maintained a prominent presence across ministerial sessions and international meetings, contributing actively to shaping global financial and economic dialogue and discussions on how best to respond to the financial challenges confronting the global economy. The delegation also held an…
The UAE’s Vice President met with Saudi Arabia’s defence minister on Sunday in a meeting held in Abu Dhabi, where the two sides discussed latest regional developments among other matters. The Saudi officials were received by the royal at Abu Dhabi’s Al Bateen Airport. During the meeting between Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chief of the Presidential Court, with Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Minister of Defense of Saudi Arabia, the two leaders discussed the deep-rooted fraternal relations that unite the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Stay up to date with…
ABU DHABI, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE continues to strengthen community sports as a cornerstone of its efforts to improve quality of life and promote sustainable development, with nationwide initiatives encouraging physical activity, healthy lifestyles and greater public participation. Sports councils and federations, in cooperation with clubs and relevant authorities, are expanding programmes for all age groups, combining sporting activities with health awareness campaigns, medical screenings and preventive healthcare initiatives. Running events across the emirates have emerged as prominent platforms for community engagement, attracting growing participation and reinforcing the role of physical activity in promoting public health and…
ABU DHABI, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed regional developments and the situation in the Middle East during a phone call with Ed Miliband, the United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs. The two top diplomats also discussed ways to strengthen regional and international efforts to consolidate peace and security at both regional and international levels. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah and Miliband reviewed a number of issues of mutual interest relating to cooperation between the UAE and the United Kingdom, as…
ABU DHABI, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Sultan bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan has visited the fifth edition of the Al Dhafra Dates Festival, which is organised by the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority and runs until 25 October. During his visit, Sheikh Sultan toured the pavilions of government entities sponsoring and supporting the festival, including the Ruler’s Representative Court in the Al Dhafra Region, Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority, Department of Municipalities and Transport – Al Dhafra Region Municipality, Al Dhafra Hospitals – SEHA, Abu Dhabi Police, and Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council. He was…
BANGKOK, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) delegation, led by Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the CBUAE and Governor for the UAE at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has concluded its participation in the 2026 Annual Meetings of the IMF and the World Bank Group in Bangkok, Thailand. The delegation held high-level discussions and expanded strategic partnerships, reinforcing the UAE’s role in shaping global financial and economic policies. The CBUAE’s participation reflected the UAE’s strategic commitment to strengthening its influence in the global financial system and showcasing its experience in financial innovation, digital transformation…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments since the US-Iran war started on February 28] The UAE has expressed its condolences to Saudi Arabia following a reconnaissance helicopter crash in the Najran region that killed two officers from the Kingdom’s Ministry of National Guard. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the two officers, and to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its people over this tragedy. Source: Khaleej Times