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Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority presents Emirati culture at Morocco’s Tan-Tan Moussem.

Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority presents Emirati culture at Morocco’s Tan-Tan Moussem.

The Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority, in collaboration with various heritage preservation institutions, will participate in the Tan-Tan Cultural Festival, which will take place in the southern region of the Kingdom of Morocco from June 26 to 30. This year's edition is themed "20 Years of Conservation and

Local stocks received AED1.6 billion inflow, with IHC and Emaar leading.

Local stocks received AED1.6 billion inflow, with IHC and Emaar leading.

Today, local stock markets saw a total liquidity of almost AED1.6 billion at the close of trading. International Holding Company (IHC) and Emaar Properties were the top traded companies. The breakdown of the liquidity is as follows: AED1.15 billion in the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and AED476.

Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre will be at the 2024 Beijing International Book Fair.

Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre will be at the 2024 Beijing International Book Fair.

The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) will take part in the 30th Beijing International Book Fair (BIBF 2024) from 19th to 23rd June. The primary objectives of the Centre's participation are to strengthen ties with the publishing and cultural sectors in China, promote its projects and programs,

Tomorrow's weather forecast: generally fair with partly cloudy skies at times.

Tomorrow's weather forecast: generally fair with partly cloudy skies at times.

The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) forecasts that tomorrow's weather will be generally fair with partly cloudy skies at times. The weather will be humid at night and on Saturday morning over some coastal areas, with a possibility of fog or mist forming. NCM stated that winds will

The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure acknowledges the partners of the 'Manzili' bundle.

The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure acknowledges the partners of the 'Manzili' bundle.

Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, emphasized that the Ministry is dedicated to providing high-quality services that align with the goals of the leadership and meet the needs of the citizens. He made these remarks during a ceremony held today to acknowledge the partners who are

'Emirates Publishers’ highlights Emirati-Chinese cultural exchange at Beijing International Book Fair.'

'Emirates Publishers’ highlights Emirati-Chinese cultural exchange at Beijing International Book Fair.'

The Emirates Publishers Association (EPA) is participating in the Beijing International Book Fair 2024 to support Emirati publishers in exploring the trends of the Chinese publishing market and understanding the aspirations of readers in this ancient country. The event takes place from the 19th to 23rd of June and attracts

EDGE and Thales have partnered to develop and manufacture radio communications in the UAE.

EDGE and Thales have partnered to develop and manufacture radio communications in the UAE.

KATIM, an entity within the EDGE Group and a leader in developing ultra-secure communication solutions, has signed a declaration of intent with Thales to co-develop Software Defined Radio technologies in the UAE. The agreement was signed at the Eurosatory international defence and security show by Didier Pagnoux, CEO of KATIM,

By the end of Q1-24, banks supplied AED81.7 billion in financial facilities to SMEs, according to CBUAE.

By the end of Q1-24, banks supplied AED81.7 billion in financial facilities to SMEs, according to CBUAE.

The total balance of financial facilities and loans provided by banks operating in the UAE to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) was AED 81.7 billion at the end of the first quarter of 2024, according to the most recent data released by the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE)

Germany's Ifo institute has raised its 2024 GDP forecast slightly and noted that progress is slow.

Germany's Ifo institute has raised its 2024 GDP forecast slightly and noted that progress is slow.

The ifo Institute has increased its forecast for economic growth in Germany this year from 0.2 percent to 0.4 percent. Next year, the figure is expected to rise to 1.5 percent. Timo Wollmershäuser, Head of Forecasts at ifo, stated, "New hope is currently emerging. The German

Etihad Airways is launching flights to eight new destinations this June.

Etihad Airways is launching flights to eight new destinations this June.

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is delighted to announce the launch of flights to eight new destinations in June, bringing the total number of operating routes this summer to 76. Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer at Etihad, expressed his excitement about expanding the network with eight additional

The UAE Ministry of Finance has initiated new transformational projects.

The UAE Ministry of Finance has initiated new transformational projects.

The UAE Ministry of Finance has announced the launch of transformative projects aimed at supporting the country's transition towards the future and bolstering its competitiveness. These projects are aligned with the 'We the UAE 2031' vision and the UAE's goal of becoming a global

Liwa Date Festival in Abu Dhabi has announced its dates

Liwa Date Festival in Abu Dhabi has announced its dates

The 20th edition of the Liwa Date Festival will take place in the Al Dhafrah region of Abu Dhabi from July 15 to 28, 2024. This event has become a well-attended cultural attraction, featuring various date varieties, competitions, handicrafts, and activities for children. The festival aims to support local date

UAE President received the President of Iraq's Kurdistan Region.

UAE President received the President of Iraq's Kurdistan Region.

Today, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed His Excellency Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi. During the meeting, they discussed various aspects of the relationship between the UAE and the Republic of Iraq, with a specific

The Third Make It in the Emirates Forum will begin on Monday in Abu Dhabi.

The Third Make It in the Emirates Forum will begin on Monday in Abu Dhabi.

The third edition of the Make It in the Emirates Forum, organized by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) and ADNOC Group, will commence on Monday at the Abu Dhabi Energy Centre. Taking place from 27th to

AD Ports Group has launched the Maritime Sustainability Research Centre.

AD Ports Group has launched the Maritime Sustainability Research Centre.

AD Ports Group, a leading facilitator of global trade, logistics, and industry, has launched The Maritime Sustainability Research Centre, Abu Dhabi (MSRCAD), a non-profit agency dedicated to joint industry-government academia research, with a focus on sustainability and innovation. The Maritime Sustainability Research Centre was launched at an event attended by

200 Emiratis were trained in Q1 2024 as part of the 'Create Apps in Dubai' initiative.

200 Emiratis were trained in Q1 2024 as part of the 'Create Apps in Dubai' initiative.

The Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced its major accomplishments during the first quarter of 2024. In the initial three months of 2024, the chamber trained 200 Emiratis as part of the 'Create Apps in Dubai&

Dubai Production City will take part in drupa 2024 in Germany.

Dubai Production City will take part in drupa 2024 in Germany.

Dubai Production City, the Middle East’s leading destination dedicated to the printing, packaging, and production industry excellence, has announced its participation in drupa, the world’s leading trade fair for the printing and graphics sector taking place from 28th May to 7th June 2024 in Düsseldorf, Germany. Established in

The 'Treasures from Sharjah' Expo in Samarkand concluded on a high note.

The 'Treasures from Sharjah' Expo in Samarkand concluded on a high note.

The "From the Arabian Peninsula to Central Asia: Treasures from Sharjah on the Silk Road" exhibition, a first of its kind, concluded on a high note on Wednesday in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Organised by the Sharjah Antiquities Authority and the Uzbek Ministry of Ecology, Environmental Protection and Climate Change,

EWEC is hosting the Q2 2024 Clean Energy Certificates Auction.

EWEC is hosting the Q2 2024 Clean Energy Certificates Auction.

Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) has announced that registration is now open for its Q2 2024 auction for Clean Energy Certificates (CECs) in Abu Dhabi. The auction is scheduled to close on June 14, 2024. CECs enable businesses and organizations in Abu Dhabi to decarbonize their energy consumption, lower

CBUAE Governor and IMF mission are discussing UAE financial and banking sector developments.

CBUAE Governor and IMF mission are discussing UAE financial and banking sector developments.

Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), met with a mission from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), led by Ali Al-Eyd, during the 2024 Article IV Consultation to discuss the UAE’s economic and financial developments. The meeting included a review of the UAE’s

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City opens Center of Innovation and Medical Simulation.

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City opens Center of Innovation and Medical Simulation.

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, a member of the PureHealth network, announced on Tuesday the official opening of its Centre of Innovation and Medical Simulation. The inauguration was attended by dignitaries from Abu Dhabi’s Department of Health, SEHA, and partner university hospitals, marking a significant achievement in the hospital’s

Vietnam's new president is the country's former public security minister.

Vietnam's new president is the country's former public security minister.

Vietnam's National Assembly (NA) elected Public Security Minister To Lam as the country's new president on Wednesday. After considering a draft resolution on the election of To Lam, the NA deputies used the electronic voting system to approve the resolution. According to the Vietnam News Agency

China's central bank injects liquidity through reverse repos.

China's central bank injects liquidity through reverse repos.

China's central bank conducted 2 billion yuan (about US$281.38 million) of seven-day reverse repos at an interest rate of 1.8 percent on Wednesday. The move aims to keep liquidity reasonable and ample in the banking system, Xinhua quoted the People's Bank of China

The UAE ranks first in the MENA region in the WEF's Travel and Tourism Development Index.

The UAE ranks first in the MENA region in the WEF's Travel and Tourism Development Index.

The UAE has ranked first in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and 18th globally in the World Economic Forum’s Travel & Tourism Development Index (TTDI). According to the report released today, the UAE raised its score by 4.4 percent in the 2024 index, climbing seven

Ahmed bin Saeed opened the 31st Middle East Petroleum & Gas Conference.

Ahmed bin Saeed opened the 31st Middle East Petroleum & Gas Conference.

H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council for Energy, Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, inaugurated the 31st edition of the Middle East Petroleum & Gas Conference (MPGC) today.