UAE President and Saudi Crown Prince discuss regional peace, cooperation, and joint efforts to strengthen Middle East stability. ABU DHABI: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a phone call today with His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of […]
UAE explores AI integration in fatwa issuance to support Islamic values and ensure ethical, secure religious guidance. CAIRO: The United Arab Emirates is introducing artificial intelligence into its fatwa process to support Islamic values and promote accurate, ethical digital religious guidance. This new step ensures that AI in fatwa issuance is used responsibly within a […]
UAE uses AI to build comprehensive Arabic language resources, including Falcon Arabic, historical dictionary, and digital learning tools. ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates is using artificial intelligence to build some of the world’s most comprehensive Arabic language resources. From AI-powered dictionaries to smart language models, the UAE is leading digital innovation in Arabic education […]
Sharjah recorded AED7.5 billion in real estate deals in July 2025, marking its strongest monthly performance this year. SHARJAH: Sharjah’s real estate market has achieved a historic milestone, posting AED7.5 billion in transactions during July 2025—its highest monthly total since the start of the year. The surge reflects growing investor trust, underpinned by transparent regulations, […]
Dubai recorded a GDP of AED119.7 billion in the first quarter of 2025, marking a 4 percent growth from the same period in 2024. DUBAI: Dubai’s GDP reaches AED119.7 billion in Q1 2025, rising 4% YoY. The growth recorded in Q1 2025 was driven by strong performances across a wide range of strategic sectors. Human […]
UAE’s successful mediation leads to the exchange of 168 war captives between Russia and Ukraine, reaffirming its humanitarian leadership. ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates has once again played a pivotal role in international diplomacy, successfully facilitating a new exchange of war captives between the Russian Federation and the Republic of Ukraine. This latest initiative […]
The UAE expresses solidarity with India after devastating floods claim lives, leave many injured and missing, and cause major destruction. ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates has conveyed heartfelt condolences and deep solidarity with India following severe flooding caused by heavy rainfall across various regions. The floods have tragically resulted in the loss of dozens […]
ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates has expressed in the strongest terms its condemnation and denunciation of statements made by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding the “Greater Israel” vision, affirming its categorical rejection of these provocative remarks, which constitute a blatant violation of international law and the United Nations Charter. In a statement, the […]
The DP World ILT20 Development Tournament 2025 kicks off on 24 August in Dubai, offering UAE cricketers a prime showcase opportunity. DUBAI: The much-anticipated third edition of the DP World ILT20 Development Tournament is set to begin on Sunday, 24 August 2025, at the ICC Academy Oval 1 in Dubai. This year’s 18-match event will […]
Salik pulled in a massive $109 million in just three months, thanks to new toll gates and a game-changing pricing system. DUBAI: If you thought your toll payments were small change, think again — Dubai’s toll operator Salik just turned them into a huge payday. The company made a whopping AED 400 million ($109 million) […]
The UAE and Philippines are expanding trade and investment ties, building on a CEPA deal expected to boost GDP and exports. DUBAI: The UAE is strengthening its economic relationship with the Philippines, with a renewed push to expand private sector cooperation following the signing of a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) last July. Minister of […]
