Author: Editorial Team
ABU DHABI, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Niger State in the Federal Republic of Nigeria, which resulted in dozens of deaths and kidnappings. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) reiterated the UAE’s strong condemnation of such criminal acts and its firm rejection of all forms of violence, extremism, and terrorism aimed at undermining security and stability. The Ministry conveyed the UAE’s sincere condolences and sympathy to the Federal Republic of Nigeria and its people over this heinous attack, as well as its wishes for a safe…
ABU DHABI, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Falconers’ Club, the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) 2026 is preparing to welcome visitors from 28th August to 6th September this year. The exhibition will bring together 15 key sectors supporting traditional and heritage activities, while showcasing advanced equipment and pavilions featuring the latest hunting weapons, camping gear, desert and safari expedition equipment, alongside auctions held on weekends throughout the exhibition. Now in its 23rd edition, the exhibition…
ABU DHABI, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Finance has issued Ministerial Decision No. 133 of 2026 on the entities required to file the Pillar Two Information Return for the purposes of Cabinet Decision No. 142 of 2024 on the Imposition of Top-Up Tax on Multinational Enterprises. The Ministerial Decision forms part of the UAE’s continued implementation of the Pillar Two requirements and reaffirms the country’s commitment to enhancing international tax transparency, while providing greater tax certainty and clarity for multinational enterprises regarding their reporting obligations. The Decision sets out the filing obligations relating to the Pillar Two…
ABU DHABI, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi will celebrate Emirati Women’s Day by hosting the third edition of its Ladies Run on 30th August, offering a women-only sporting experience combining fitness and friendly competition. Held in cool, fully enclosed, air-conditioned comfort, the run offers distances suited to every fitness level, including 2.5km for beginners, 5km for recreational runners and 10km for more experienced runners. Starting inside Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, the route takes participants through the park, into Yas Mall and back via the Italian Village before returning to the finish point. Check-in begins…
NEW DELHI, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE, represented by the Ministry of Sports, participated in the 2026 BRICS Sports Ministers’ Meeting convened in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India, under the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation, and Sustainability”. Led by Sheikh Suhail bin Butti Al Maktoum, Assistant Undersecretary for the Sports Development and Competitiveness Sector at the Ministry of Sports, the UAE held meetings to advance sports cooperation among BRICS member countries. The meetings also explored mechanisms for exchanging expertise and best practices across priority areas, including sports technology and innovation, traditional and indigenous sports, athlete exchanges, and cooperation…
ABU DHABI, 26th August, 2026 (WAM) — TRENDS Research & Advisory, part of the TRENDS Group, will participate for the first time in the 2026 Moscow International Book Fair as a Knowledge Partner for the 39th edition of the fair, which will be held from 2nd to 6th September at the Gostiny Dvor Exhibition Complex in Moscow. TRENDS will present more than 500 diverse research publications, along with a collection of scientific series, original and translated books, and economic, political, social, and forward-looking studies. TRENDS’ participation will include more than four seminars and discussion sessions analysing current international issues, as…
SHARJAH, 25th August, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has approved the new administrative divisions for Khorfakkan City, comprising four suburbs: Khorfakkan City, Al Owainat, Al Sih and Al Sabihiyah. His Highness also announced the commencement of work on plans and studies and the tendering process to establish a hospital similar to the University Hospital branch in Al Madam in each of Kalba, Khorfakkan and Dibba Al Hisn. His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah said in a phone-in on the “Direct Line” programme: “I was informed that…
ABU DHABI, 25th August, 2026 (WAM) — Smouha Club from Egypt were crowned champions of the Fatima Bint Mubarak Academy Volleyball Cup for Ladies 2026 after a 3-0 victory over the Fatima Bint Mubarak Academy Volleyball Team in the final, held yesterday at the Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy in Abu Dhabi. The tournament was held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the ‘Mother of the Nation’, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation, and under the directives of Sheikha…
AJMAN, 25th August, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, congratulated the people of the UAE, residents, and the Arab and Islamic nations on the occasion of the Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday, affirming that it is a blessed occasion that embodies the values of affection and mercy. Sheikh Humaid said, “On the birth of the best of God’s creation and the Seal of the Prophets and Messengers, our Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, we draw from his noble life the highest ideals and virtues of character, and from…
AlAin, 25th August, 2026 (WAM) — A research team from the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) has developed a green catalyst for hydrogen production by combining desert sand, biochar derived from date pits, and nickel. The innovation transforms abundant local resources and agricultural waste into a high-value material with potential applications in hydrogen production and clean energy. The study was published in the Journal of Alloys and Compounds, an international scientific journal published by Elsevier. It was conducted by researchers from the Departments of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering and Chemistry at UAEU, in collaboration with Abu Dhabi Polytechnic, and was…