Author: Editorial Team
A Dh1-million prize awaits the winner of the seventh edition of Arab Hope Makers, an initiative that celebrates people making a difference through charitable and humanitarian work. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, announced the launch of the new edition, inviting people across the Arab world to nominate individuals whose efforts have improved lives and supported those in need. The initiative, the largest of its kind in the Arab world, recognises individuals, volunteer groups and non-profit organisations whose work brings positive change to their communities. Stay up to…
ABU DHABI, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, today met with His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Minister of Defence of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. During the meeting, the two sides discussed the deep-rooted fraternal relations between the UAE and Saudi Arabia and their shared commitment to further strengthening cooperation and coordination across various fields in a manner that serves their mutual interests and benefits their peoples. They also discussed a number of issues of mutual…
DUBAI,18th October, 2026 (WAM)– Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and the World Green Economy Organisation (WGEO) will organise the 12th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) on 21st and 22nd October 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The summit will bring together officials, decision makers, infrastructure developers, business leaders, resilience experts and project financiers to highlight experiences that have proved successful and the factors needed to scale them. This year’s theme, ‘From Success…
DUBAI, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Municipality has completed more than 107 projects with a combined value of AED1.6 billion in 2026, marking a significant milestone in the continued development of Dubai’s public spaces and community spaces. Delivered through its Public Facilities Agency, the projects reflect the Municipality’s commitment to expanding the city’s public destinations, enhancing everyday experiences for residents and visitors. The projects form part of an integrated development programme that extends across public parks, beaches, neighbourhood beautification, landscaping community facilities. Beyond its own public destinations, the Agency has contributed to the development of essential facilities for other…
ABU DHABI, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed the latest regional developments and efforts to enhance security and stability in the Middle East during a phone call with Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates of Morocco. The two sides also reviewed the longstanding fraternal relations between the UAE and Morocco and explored ways to strengthen cooperation in support of their mutual interests and the growth and prosperity of both countries and their peoples. Source: Emirates News Agency
The El Niño climate phenomenon is expected to persist into February 2027, with potential implications for temperatures and rainfall in the UAE, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The latest climate outlook indicates a 96 per cent probability of El Niño conditions continuing through March 2027, with temperatures and rainfall potentially exceeding UAE averages. The phenomenon is forecast to peak in October and November 2026, with the Niño 3.4 index reaching approximately +3°C, indicating a very strong event. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. What is El Niño? El Niño is…
DUBAI, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, commended the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) for achieving another record trade performance in the first half of 2026, with the total value of trade across its three economic zones reaching AED246 billion, an increase of 17% compared to the same period last year. The results marked DIEZ’s sixth consecutive year of record first-half trade performance, reflecting the confidence of investors and international trade stakeholders in…
ABU DHABI, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — The 6G Summit in the AI Era, the first of its kind in the Middle East and North Africa, will kick off tomorrow in Abu Dhabi. Organised by the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA), the two-day summit will bring together leading representatives of regulatory authorities, the technology sector, and international academic and research institutions, providing a regional platform to discuss the technical and regulatory priorities for the next generation of telecommunications. The summit comes at a pivotal time as preparations for 6G technology accelerate, building on the UAE’s leadership and excellence…
DUBAI, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Higher Education Committee held its seventh meeting at the headquarters of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in Dubai, chaired by Dr. Abdulrahman Al Awar, Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation and Acting Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research. The meeting reviewed new legislation and regulatory decisions governing the UAE’s higher education system, university admissions results for the 2026–2027 academic year, and efforts to enhance data quality, alongside the real-time connectivity project and the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to support the higher education system. Dr. Al Awar affirmed that…
BANGKOK, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) and the World Bank Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding establishing a framework for cooperation to advance sustainable economic development, strengthen resilience and improve livelihoods in developing countries. The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the 2026 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group by Mohamed Saif Al Suwaidi, Director-General of ADFD, and Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank Group. The MoU provides a basis for both institutions to explore joint development initiatives, drawing on their respective financing capabilities,…