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The UAE's President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held talks with Chadian President Marshal Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, who is on an official visit to the country.

A dedicated beach area for the visually impaired has opened along Abu Dhabi’s Corniche, near Gate 3.

The speaker of the UAE's Federal National Council has reaffirmed the UAE’s unwavering support for the Palestinian cause.

The UAE is ramping up efforts to combat money laundering and terrorism financing with a series of strategic agreements.

A new academy has been launched in Dubai to introduce formal standards tailored to digital creators working within the tourism sector, bringing “structure, credibility, and accountability” to a largely informal industry.

The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs has taken measures to ensure its staff have access to personalised healthcare under a new partnership with Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City.

Saadiyat Cultural District has officially opened its doors to teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi, a multisensory art experience and cultural landmark, that's unique to each visitor.

A fraud gang posing as car buyers has been busted by Dubai Police after scamming sellers with fake cheques on a popular online platform.

In a groundbreaking moment for Dubai’s healthcare sector, a 13-month-old child has become the city’s first pediatric liver transplant recipient, thanks to a joint effort between King’s College Hospital London in Dubai and Al Jalila Foundation.

The UAE is gearing up to roll out advanced biometric ID systems that use facial recognition and artificial intelligence - eliminating the need for physical Emirates ID cards.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Thursday congratulated Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa on the occasion of Evacuation Day.

The UAE Aid Agency has signed an agreement with the government of Chad to build a hospital and dialysis centre in the capital city of N'Djamena.

UAE Minister of State Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan has held talks with President of Chad, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, in Abu Dhabi.

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a trial run of a new electric bus on Route F13, connecting key spots like the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall Metro Station.

A delegation from the UAE's National Human Rights Institution (NHRI) has carried out an inspection of a labour accommodation in Dubai Industrial City as part of a campaign to ensure living conditions for workers meet health and safety standards.

Over 100 professionals have graduated from the latest batch of the UAE's Federal Artificial Intelligence Programme, a key national initiative focused on real-world AI solutions.

The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has issued a yellow and orange dust alert across the UAE, with strong winds reducing visibility to below 3,000 metres in some parts of the country.

The UAE's leaders have discussed issues related to the progress of the country and the wellbeing of its people, during a meeting in Abu Dhabi.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister of the UAE and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has strongly denounced and condemned a plot that threatened Jordan's national security.

The UAE has reiterated its call for "concrete, collective action" to save lives in Sudan at a high-level international conference in London.

Dubai Police are reminding parents to keep a close eye on their children, following an incident where a six-year-old child of determination was found alone and distressed on the street.

The UAE has reiterated the urgent call for peace in Sudan as the devastating war enters the third year, leaving more than 30 million people in need of urgent assistance.

Investigations are currently underway after a massive fire at a 52-storey residential tower in Sharjah on Sunday left five people dead and 19 more wounded.

The UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced the resumption of flights to Syria. 

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held talks with Prime Minister of North Macedonia, Hristijan Mickoski, at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi.

The UAE Cabinet has approved the launch of the country’s first integrated regulatory intelligence ecosystem, a major step in smart governance.

The mounted police unit of Dubai Police completed 1,464 patrols across the city in 2024, covering everything from industrial zones and commercial areas to tourist hotspots.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to Brice Oligui Nguema on the occasion of winning the presidential elections in Gabon.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has reiterated the UAE’s support for Syria’s unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity during talks with President Ahmad Al-Sharaa in Abu Dhabi.

Abu Dhabi has removed the minimum speed limit of 120kmph on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Road (E311) in a bid to improve road safety and enhance traffic flow.

The UAE has strongly condemned a wave of attacks on displacement camps and the targeting of aid workers in Sudan's Darfur region.

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed the ongoing US-Iran talks in Oman with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi in a phone call. 

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has focused on strengthening bilateral ties with Japan in a letter addressed to the country's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai says: "This is the Dubai we want" after hearing heart-warming story on ARN's Al Arabiya 99.

His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Humanitarian Envoy of The Big Heart Foundation, has visited the Marka refugee camp in Jordan, home to over 70,000 Palestinian refugees.

Dubai's Road and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police have agreed to establish a dedicated Personal Mobility Monitoring Unit to oversee compliance, regulate traffic flow on cycling lanes, and raise public awareness of safe usage protocols when using e-scooters and bicycles.

Abu Dhabi Police has urged the public to rely only on credible media sources and avoid spreading rumours and misinformation, while stressing that such actions contradict the values of positive citizenship and social responsibility.

The world’s largest peace summit has opened at Expo City Dubai, bringing together leaders from across sectors for two days of powerful discussions aimed at building a more just and peaceful world.

The UAE has extended its condolences to the Dominican Republic following a devastating building roof collapse that left hundreds dead and injured.

The United Arab Emirates has been elected to chair INTERPOL’s newly formed Committee on Governance.

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced an official name change for one of its Metro stations.

Dubai has stepped in with urgent medical aid following the recent earthquake in Myanmar.

Dubai Police have tracked down a motorcyclist spotted in viral videos performing dangerous stunts.

The UAE has dispatched urgent humanitarian aid to Myanmar as part of its rapid response to the repercussions of the recent earthquake, under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan,

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to strengthening global energy security during talks with US Secretary of Energy, Chris Wright, in Abu Dhabi.

The UAE has urged the UN Security Council to set a clear time-bound roadmap to end Israeli occupation in Gaza.

The UAE and European Union have agreed to begin talks on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, or CEPA.

UAE Ambassador to the Netherlands, Ameirah AlHefeiti, has denounced the baseless allegations and the systematic campaign being carried out by the Sudanese Armed Forces, accusing them of "misusing international platforms to achieve certain narrow interests".

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has concluded his first official visit to India.

The UAE has strongly rejected Sudan's accusations at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), calling them "misleading and pure fabrications."

The UAE has confirmed it helped facilitate a successful prisoner exchange between the United States and Russia.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held talks with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi.

The UAE Search and Rescue Team have received a hero's welcome upon its return to the country after successfully completing a humanitarian mission in Myanmar's quake-hit areas.

The UAE remains steadfast in its commitment to alleviating the humanitarian crisis in Sudan, with aid touching $3.5 billion over the last decade.

It took the Dubai Police only 30 minutes to return a lost bag, containing AED102,000 in cash and passports, to the family of two Kuwaiti travellers.

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, visited the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) on Wednesday as part of his official trip to India.

The UAE will host US Secretary of Energy, Chris Wright, on his first international trip since taking office.

The speed limit on Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed International Road (E11) has been changed from 160 km/h to 140 km/h while the limit on the Abu-Dhabi-Sweihan Road (E20) has been reduced from 120 km/h to 100 km/h, the Abu Dhabi Mobility has announced.

A motorcyclist has been arrested in Sharjah for performing dangerous stunts on a public road.

The International Charity Organisation has reported the completion of its 2025 Ramadan campaign, with the total value of its charitable projects amounting to AED 165 million across 23 nations.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to enhancing trade ties with African nations following the signing of a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with the Republic of Congo.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held talks with President of Guinea-Bissau, Umaro Sissoco Embaló, in Abu Dhabi. 

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Armenia's President Vahagn Khachaturyan have discussed ways to strengthen economic and investment cooperation.

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed the installation of solar panels at 22 of its buildings and facilities to boost renewable energy use and reduce environmental impact.

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has held talks with India's Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh.

The UAE has unveiled the full vision for its national pavilion for Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai in Japan.

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister said it was a "pleasure" to meet India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his official visit to the country on Tuesday.

The Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority has warned building owners and contractors that tampering with fire safety systems could result in fines up to AED 10,000.

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has landed in India for an official visit.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held talks with President of Iraq's Kurdistan Region, Nechirvan Barzani, in Abu Dhabi.

A team from the UAE's Air Wing department has been honoured for saving the lives of nine sailors in a search and rescue mission after their ship capsized near Sharjah's Al Hamriyah Port. 

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, will begin an official visit to India on Tuesday.

Applications are now open for the third edition of the Emirates Labour Market Award, which celebrates outstanding work practices, recognising both exceptional private sector companies and distinguished workers.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE's Minister of Foreign Affairs, stressed the priority of working towards a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages during talks with Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa'ar.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to prioritising healthcare as the world marks health day.

Myanmar honoured the UAE's Search and Rescue Team for their efforts in carrying out humanitarian and relief missions in the areas affected by the recent earthquake that struck the country.

Dubai Police honoured a tourist from Estonia for her honesty in handing over a piece of gold jewellery she found in a popular tourist area.

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced Dubai Holding was awarded the contract to construct direct access points to Dubai Islands from Bur Dubai.

The UAE was selected as a representative for the Asia-Pacific Group for the 2026-2029 United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) term on Saturday.

The UAE has maintained its rising performance in the global competitiveness race during the first quarter of 2025 by achieving advanced positions in many relevant international and regional indicators and reports.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal on the occasion of his country's Independence Day.

The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has reaffirmed its commitment to reducing the incidence of cervical cancer and other HPV-related diseases through a proactive national strategy.

The Ministry of Justice said seven companies reportedly based in the UAE and sanctioned by the United States for ties to Sudan do not operate in the country.

Dubai Police announced on Friday it arrested 222 beggars during Ramadan and Eid, after a campaign was launched under the slogan “An Aware Society, Free of Begging,” in partnership with other government entities.

Drivers will have to pay more for parking in some parts of Dubai starting Friday, with premium rates starting at AED 6 an hour.

The UAE's search and rescue team is continuing its relief efforts in Myanmar following the recent earthquake.

A new digital platform has been unveiled, designed to connect citizens, residents and visitors with a wide range of activities across Dubai.

Dubai Police handled a total of 45,845 phone calls during the recent Eid Al-Fitr holiday through its Command and Control Centre and the 901 Call Centre.

The Dubai Land Department (DLD) and Ajman Free Zones Authority (AFZA) have signed a joint Memorandum of Cooperation to simplify processes for companies registered in AFZA to secure freehold ownership of land and property, streamlining the registration process.

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has reported a significant surge in public transport usage during the Eid Al-Fitr holiday.

The UAE National Guard Command carried out 168 search and rescue operations in the first quarter of 2025, both domestically and internationally.

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has expanded its global partnerships with leading autonomous driving technology providers, Uber, WeRide, and Baidu (Apollo Go), to deploy autonomous taxis in Dubai.

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has visited the Reserve Forces Command in Abu Dhabi to assess their readiness and achievements in strengthening the nation's defence capabilities.

The UAE has expressed its support for the recent agreement between Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan to establish a new tri-national border connection point.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has offered his condolences to His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mualla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Quwain, on the death of his mother Sheikha Hessa bint Humaid bin Abdul Rahman Al Shamsi.

The UAE’s National Ambulance Service handled 22,903 cases across the country in the first quarter of this year, according to the National Guard Command.

His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mualla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain, received condolences on the passing of his mother, the late Sheikha Hessa bint Hamid bin Abdulrahman Al Shamsi, at the majlis held at Emiri Court.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, received well-wishers on Monday at Zaabil Majlis on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr.

The Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeals' State Security Chamber has convicted the defendants of the kidnapping and murder of Moldovan-Israeli citizen Zvi Kogan. Three defendants have been sentenced to death, and the fourth to life imprisonment, for the premeditated murder with terrorist intention.

The UAE has urgently dispatched a search and rescue team, comprising members from Abu Dhabi Police, the National Guard, and the Joint Operations Command, to support efforts to save people affected by the earthquake in Myanmar.

Motorists in the UAE will enjoy reduced fuel prices in April, the UAE Fuel Price Committee confirmed on Monday.

The UAE has welcomed the formation of the new Syrian government, and affirmed its support for the Syrian people’s aspirations towards achieving stability and prosperity.

His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mualla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Quwain, has mourned the death of his mother Sheikha Hessa bint Hamid bin Abdulrahman Al-Shamsi.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates, along with Their Highnesses the Crown Princes, Deputy Rulers and Sheikhs, on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan led messages of well-wishes on Sunday as UAE leaders congratulated the nation's people, and Muslims around the world, on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan performed Eid Al-Fitr prayer at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi.

The UAE Aid Coordination Office in Chad’s capital, N’Djamena, distributed 5,000 food packages to support the Iftar program, including 3,500 packages for Sudanese refugees in Tréguine and Breidjing refugee camps in Ouaddaï region, eastern Chad, benefiting 20,000 people.

The first day of Eid Al Fitr will be marked in the UAE on Sunday, March 30.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, and Prime Minister of Montenegro Milojko Spajić have discussed ways to strengthen ties across various key sectors.

Staff at the UAE Floating Hospital in Egypt's Al-Arish marked Eid Al Fitr early for Gazan children receiving treatment at the facility.

The UAE Council for Fatwa will use several AI-powered drones from the Al-Khatim Astronomical Observatory for the Shawwal moon sighting.

The UAE has expressed solidarity with Myanmar and Thailand after a powerful earthquake struck both countries, leaving hundreds dead and many more injured.

As many as 50 companies, representing over 40 per cent of global oil production, have signed the Oil and Gas Decarbonization Charter (OGDC), committing to near-zero methane emissions and ending routine flaring by 2030, and to total net-zero operations by 2050 at COP28.

Some 117 governments pledged to triple the world's renewable energy capacity by 2030 at the U.N.'s COP28 climate summit on Saturday, as a route to cut the share of fossil fuels in the world's energy production.

The COP28 Presidency joined with the World Health Organisation to announce a new 'COP28 UAE Declaration on Climate and Health' to accelerate actions to protect people’s health from growing climate impacts.

Global business leaders and philanthropists have announced a range of transformative climate and nature initiatives, and commitments to mobilise $5 billion in collective funding at COP28.

The UAE's leaders have confirmed the country's readiness to host COP28 in 2023.

COP28 climate conference will be held at Expo City Dubai, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has announced.

The UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) has officially announced that the UAE will host the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) in 2023.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, will step in as the chairman of the COP28 Higher Committee.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and Chairman of the Higher Committee responsible for preparations of COP28 UAE, convened members to discuss preparations in the lead-up to the climate summit.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, says COP28 will be the most important event in 2023.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates have looked at how the foundation could join forces with COP28 to address the impact of climate change on human health.

Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, and COP28 President-Designate, has emphasized the crucial role of Caribbean nations in aligning support for climate action at COP28.

COP28 President-Designate Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber has called on governments, industry and all stakeholders to "disrupt business as usual" and take decisive action to tackle the climate crisis.

The COP28 Presidency has announced its two-week thematic programme, geared towards delivering real world solutions to climate change at the November summit in Dubai.

Wearing a facemask is no longer mandatory in most public spaces across the UAE, including educational institutions.

The first COP28 Presidency-hosted and youth-led event, 'Road to COP28', aims to accelerate global climate action.

The UAE's expanded visa and immigration rules will come into effect in early September, providing more flexibility and greater benefits.

The validity of the Green Pass on the UAE's AlHosn app has been reduced from 30 days to 14 days.

"A meeting of a lifetime". That’s how delivery rider Abdul Gafoor describes his meeting with Dubai’s Crown Prince.

If you are planning to carry any medicines for personal use while travelling to the UAE, make sure to double-check the type and quantity of drugs that you will be carrying as pre-approvals are required for certain substances.

The UAE Cabinet has approved 78 new environmental projects and initiatives as the country gears up to host the UN climate change conference (COP28) later this year.

Hamish Harding, a long-term Dubai resident will continue his mission to explore the most undiscovered places when he catches a flight to space this weekend.

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has issued its guidelines for confirmed cases of Monkeypox and their close contacts.

Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, COP28 UAE President-Designate, emphasised the need to mobilise resources and partnerships toward a bold and transformative approach to climate action.

The recent visa and economic reforms announced by the UAE government are luring more tenants to become homeowners.

UAE residents are increasingly opting for second passports, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Abu Dhabi and Sharjah have announced free public parking for the Eid holiday.

Expats in the UAE are being reminded to use only certified movers while planning their relocation after a former resident took to social media to flag a company for stalling the shipment of her belongings.

As the end of the academic year approaches, enterprising students can turn their attention to looking for a summer job and securing a teen work permit.

The Sharjah Press Club (SPC) of the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), has revealed the agenda for the 11th edition of the annual Sharjah Ramadan Majlis.

The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) has launched an e-platform named SPHERE to strengthen early surveillance of future pandemics

The Department of Health-Abu Dhabi has announced the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is now available for walk-in citizens and residents.

The 'Darb' toll system on Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Khalifa, Sheikh Zayed, Al Maqta and Mussaffah bridges have gone live today.