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Abu Dhabi to host WB, IMF annual meetings
The UAE has announced that it will host the 2029 Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Abu Dhabi, in yet another vote of international confidence in the country’s economy. The move will further reinforce...
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UAE, UK leaders discuss global security, economy
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Thursday received Keir Starmer, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, who is on a visit to the UAE. During the meeting, Sheikh Mohamed and Starmer discussed developments in the Middle...
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UAE closely monitoring Us-iran ceasefire: MOFA
The United Arab Emirates is closely following the announcement by US President Donald Trump regarding the two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, and is seeking further clarification on the agreement’s provisions to ensure Iran’s full...
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Russia, China veto UN resolution on Hormuz
Russia and China on Tuesday vetoed a UN Security Council resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz that had been repeatedly watered down in hopes those two countries would abstain. The vote – 11-2, with two abstentions from Pakistan and...
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UAE, Kuwait discuss moves to buttress people’s safety
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al Ahmad Al Sabah, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Kuwait. During the meeting, the Kuwaiti Foreign Minister conveyed to Sheikh Mohamed the greetings...
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Leaders of UAE and Italy slam attacks on civilians
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of the Italian Republic, discussed the latest regional developments and their serious implications for security and stability, as well as their impact on...
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UAE, Congo emphasise impact of war on region
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Félix Tshisekedi, President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, who is on a working visit to the UAE. During the meeting, the two sides discussed cooperation, particularly in...
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40m pupils from 60 nations join Arab Reading Challenge
The Arab Reading Challenge has set an unprecedented achievement, as 40,286,428 ( more than 40 million) students from 60 countries joined its tenth edition, including 76,062 students of determination. The figures show a 24% increase compared to the...
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UAE, Jordan leaders discuss regional peace and security
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Thursday received a phone call from King Abdullah II Bin Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, during which they discussed regional developments and their serious implications...
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Mohamed, Trump focus on stability during talks
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan held on Wednesday a telephonic conversation with Donald Trump, President of the United States of America, during which they discussed developments in the region and their serious...
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UAE, Qatar leaders discuss Iran attacks on civilians
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday received Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of Qatar, who is on a fraternal visit to the UAE. During the meeting, the two leaders discussed developments in the region amid...
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President, EU leader call for global peace, security
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call from António Costa, President of the European Council, during which they discussed developments in the region amid ongoing military escalation and its implications for...
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Mohammed hails national unity and resilience in UAE
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has chaired the UAE Cabinet meeting. The Cabinet praised the high defense spirit of the UAE Armed Forces, the strong national spirit of...
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MAGNITUDE BEATS FOREVER YOUNG, CARRIES HOME $12 MILLION
Winchell Thoroughbreds’ Magnitude, ridden by Jose Ortiz, pulled ahead and held on to beat Forever Young to win the Dubai World Cup, bagging $12 million at Meydan Racecourse in Dubai on Saturday. The total prize money involved was $30.5 million. His...
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Rain fury grips UAE, chill adds to misery
The UAE was battered by “furious” rain on Friday, accompanied by lightning, thunder and a sharp drop in temperatures, as the country remained under the impact of a prolonged weather system that began last Saturday. Driven by cloud formations moving in...
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Attack on Gulf nations an attack on whole world: UAE
Uaeministerofstatelananusseibehhashighlighted the significant repercussions of Iranian actions on the global economy. She emphasised that atacks by Iran on Gulf states and Jordan are effectively assaults on the international community as a whole....
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Iran attacks threaten global stability: UAE
The UAE stressed that egregious and terrorist Iranian atacks, which have persisted for 26 days, with more than 2,000 ballistic missiles targeting civilian infrastructure, including airports and residential areas, are a “blatant violation of the state’s...
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War-bruised economy sparks leaders’ concern
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday received a phone call from Dr Nataša Pirc Musar, President of Slovenia, during which she condemned the continued Iranian atacks targeting the UAE and other countries in the...
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UAE and Serbia leaders take up regional crisis
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Aleksandar Vučić, President of the Republic of Serbia, discussed developments in the region amid the ongoing military escalation and its serious implications for regional and...
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Mothers huge power during challenges, says President
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan congratulated Emirati mothers on the occasion of International Mother’s Day, which falls on March 21, stressing that they are the safety valve in their families and a source of strength for...
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Resilient UAE will continue to be peaceful: President
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan said he remains “confident that our region will overcome its current challenges, through its strength, resilience, and the loyalty and unity of its people,” while extending Eid Al Fitr...
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Mohamed, Sisi discuss ways to regional peace
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Abdel Fatah Al Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, discussed bilateral cooperation, particularly in the economic and development fields, as well as opportunities to advance...
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Dialogue is only answer to escalating crisis: UAE, Oman
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Majesty Sultan Haitham Bin Tariq of Oman on Wednesday exchanged Eid Al Fitr greetings during a phone call, conveying their best wishes for continued well-being and prosperity for...
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UAE rejects justification of Iran attacks as ‘retaliatory’
The UAE reaffirmed its categorical rejection of any justifications put forward by the Iranian government regarding the hostile escalation against countries in the region, stressing that such claims are merely atempts to mislead the international...
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UAE and Jordan leaders focus on de-escalation
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan received King Abdullah II Bin Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. The meeting was atended by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister...
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Children’s happiness UAE’S top priority, says President
On Emirati Children’s Day, coinciding with the Year of the Family, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan reaffirmed the nation’s unwavering dedication to providing a secure, stable, and thriving environment for all children in the...
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UAE and Ethiopia leaders discuss Mideast stability
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, met Dr Abiy Ahmed Ali, Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, who is currently visiting the UAE. They reviewed bilateral...
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Leaders hold talks, call for diplomatic solutions
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Friday held a phone call with King Abdullah II Bin Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, during which they discussed regional developments following recent military escalation...
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UAE, Russia leaders seek immediate end to ME war
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Wednesday received a phone call from Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, during which they discussed the escalating security and military developments in the region and...
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Country’s defence forces intercept more missiles
The UAE air defences on Tuesday detected nine ballistic missiles, of which eight were destroyed, while one missile fell into the sea. A total of 35 UAVS (drones) were also detected, with 26 intercepted, while nine fell within the country’s...
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Germany and Spain talk to Mohamed, flay Iran action
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call on Monday from Friedrich Merz, Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany, to discuss the military escalation in the region and its serious implications for regional...
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President visits defence ministry, reviews readiness
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, visited the Ministry of Defence as part of his ongoing follow-up on current developments and to review the latest updates related to...
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COUNTRY WILL REMAIN STRONG: PRESIDENT
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan affirmed that all is well in the UAE and that the country will remain strong thanks to the solidarity of its society and the efficiency of its military and civil institutions. He also...
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President’s letter to Japan PM aimed at boosting ties
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a writen leter to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, pertaining to bilateral cooperation, strengthening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two friendly...
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UAE intercepts more drones, missiles as conflict rages on
The Ministry of Defence announced that the UAE air defence systems detected seven ballistic missiles, intercepting and destroying six of them, while one ballistic missile fell inside the country. The ministry added that air defences also detected 131...
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UAE intercepts missiles, drones; war intensifies
The Ministry of Defence announced that UAE air defence systems successfully intercepted three ballistic missiles on Wednesday, and detected 129 drones, of which 121 were intercepted while eight fell within the territory of the state. The ministry...
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You’re safe in UAE, defence system working efficiently
Reem Al Hashimi, Minister of State for International Cooperation, emphasized that the UAE maintains its call for restraint and the importance of prioritizing serious dialogue and responsible diplomacy to navigate the ongoing crisis effectively. She...
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Mohamed, Putin discuss Iranian attacks on UAE
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call on Monday from Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, during which they discussed the blatant Iranian atacks targeting the territory of the UAE and...
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UAE shuts Tehran embassy, pulls out ambassador, staff
The United Arab Emirates has announced the closure of its Embassy in Tehran and the withdrawal of its Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Iran, along with all members of its diplomatic mission, in response to the blatant Iranian missile atacks that...
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US, Israel attack Iran
The US and Israel launched an atack of unprecedented scale against Iran on Saturday, reportedly killing more than 200 people, with Tehran launching a retaliatory missile barrage that sent people running for cover across the Middle East. Iran also...
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UAE ship with 7,300 tonnes of aid reaches Al Arish Port
The UAE’S humanitarian aid ship “Umm Al Emarat” (Mother of the Nation) has arrived at Egypt’s Al Arish Port carrying more than 7,300 tonnes of relief supplies to alleviate the dire conditions facing Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. The shipment is part...
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Israel is trying to change Gaza’s demography: UN
Israel’s actions in the occupied West Bank and the Gaza Strip seem aimed at creating “permanent demographic change,” UN rights chief Volker Turk said on Thursday. “Taken together, Israel’s actions appear aimed at making a permanent demographic change...
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No traffic woes as Etihad Rail reveals new facilities
Following the announcement of the UAE’S national passenger rail network, Etihad Rail has revealed new details on what passengers can expect when services start operating later this year. The passenger experience has been developed with a clear focus...
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UAE, Brazil leaders discuss ties, strategic partnership
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks on Tuesday with Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, President of Brazil, to explore ways to strengthen cooperation across a range of areas within the framework of the two countries’...
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US blizzard horror freezes travel plans of millions
A powerful blizzard dropped more than a foot of snow (30 centimetres) across parts of the US Northeast on Monday, bringing travel to a near standstill for millions of residents as the treacherous conditions closed roads, shut down schools and train...
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UAE’S humanitarian, medical aid convoys arrive in Gaza
The UAE has continued dispatching humanitarian aid convoys to the Gaza Strip under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, as part of its ongoing relief efforts to support the Palestinian people and alleviate their suffering amid the challenging humanitarian...
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US envoy’s comments on Israel’s rights spark ire
Arab and Muslim nations on Saturday sharply condemned comments by the US ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, who said Israel has a right to much of the Middle East. Huckabee made the comments in an interview with conservative commentator Tucker...
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TBHF to provide treatment for 1,000 amputee Gaza kids
The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF) has announced the launch of the second edition of its Ramadan campaign, “For Gaza,” building on the initiative introduced last Ramadan to support orphaned children in the Gaza Strip. This year, the campaign focuses on...
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UAE pledges $1.2b to Gaza relief and reconstruction
Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that the United Arab Emirates will provide $1.2 billion in support of Gaza through the Board of Peace. Thiscameduringsheikhabdullah’sparticipation in...
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UAE, US leaders focus on ties and regional stability
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Wednesday received Lindsey Graham, member of the US Senate. During the meeting at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi, the two sides discussed the friendship and strategic cooperation between the...
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UAE Rulers greet Islamic nations as Ramadan begins
The Presidential Court announced on Tuesday that Wednesday, the 18th of February 2026, will be the first day of the Holy Month of Ramadan in the UAE. In a statement, The Presidential Court announced that based on the decision of the Moon Sighting...
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Starmer plans smartphone restrictions for young people
India’s progress in Artificial Intelligence (AI) will not only shape transformative solutions for the nation but also contribute to global advancement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday, as he inaugurated the ‘India AI Impact Expo 2026’ at...
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Hamdan honours Fouzia as winner of Arab Hope Makers
Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, conferred the title of Arab Hope Maker and a cash prize of Dhs1 million...
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It is not going to be easy for Bangladesh Nationalist Party
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks in Abu Dhabi on Saturday with Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar. The meeting, which took place during the Qatari Emir’s fraternal visit to the UAE, saw...
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Mohammed’s drive to save 5 million kids from hunger
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, launched the “11.5 Edge of Life” campaign, which aims to rescue 5 million children around the world from hunger. The campaign continues Sheikh...
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Bangladesh has realised a new dream, says Yunus
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) raced ahead of its rival Jamaat-e-islami on Thursday, early counting showed, ater tens of millions of Bangladeshis voted in a pivotal national election. It was the first vote since the 2024 Gen Zdriven uprising...
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Canada in shock; shooter kills students and others
The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the shooting incident at a school in western Canada, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) reiterated the UAE’S strong condemnation of...
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All progress must focus on people: President, VP
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday received His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi, in the presence of His...
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UAE and Egypt leaders seek comprehensive Gaza peace
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Monday held talks with Abdel Fatah Al Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, in Abu Dhabi. Their talks reviewed fraternal ties and cooperation across a range of fields, with a...
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Mohamed’s stand on value of communication hailed
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited poet Saif Salem Ghanem Al Mansouri at his home in the Al Wathba area of Abu Dhabi. He was accompanied by Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in the Al Dhafra...
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UAE praises Oman role in US and Iran negotiations
The United Arab Emirates welcomed the talks between the United States and Iran in Oman, affirming that this positive development reflects ongoing efforts to advance dialogue and promote de-escalation. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs...
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UAE ship with 4000 tonnes of Gaza aid reaches Al Arish Port
The Saqr Humanitarian Ship has arrived at Al Arish Port in the Arab Republic of Egypt, carrying more than 4,000 tonnes of humanitarian and relief aid to support the brotherly people of the Gaza Strip. The shipment comes as part of the UAE’S ongoing...
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UAE’S leaders and unity enhance its power: Saif
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, atended a keynote session delivered by Lt. General Sheikh Saif Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, on the final day...
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President thanks VP for solidifying WGS standing
The UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Wednesday thanked His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, for solidifying the World Governments Summit’s global...
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Empowering youth is top priority for us: President
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday welcomed a delegation from the Arab Meeting for Young Leaders, held as part of the World Governments Summit 2026, at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi. Sheikh Mohamed wished the...
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President, VP welcome WGS guests, call for cooperation
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, welcomed guests of the UAE participating in the World Governments Summit 2026 (WGS),...
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President, VP inaugurate World Laureates Summit
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, inaugurated the World Laureates Summit (WLS), the largest global gathering of Nobel...
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UAE’S non-oil foreign trade crosses $1tr for first time: VP
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, stated that the UAE has completed the development of its investment ecosystem, doubled its international partnerships, strengthened cooperation with...
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Mohamed discusses pressing issues with Syria, Iran leaders
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Friday held a phone call with Dr Masoud Pezeshkian, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran. During the call, the two leaders discussed relations between the UAE and Iran and ways to...
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Mohamed, Putin pledge to boost strategic partnership
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, on Thursday held talks in Moscow focused on strengthening the strategic partnership between the two countries and advancing cooperation...
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UAE, Italy Presidents seek diplomatic end to conflicts
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Alnahyanonwednesdayheldtalkswithsergiomattarella, President of the Italian Republic, to discuss opportunities to strengthen bilateral cooperation and the Uae-italy strategic partnership in line with their...
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VP floats Dhs100b DIFC Zabeel District project
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, on Tuesday launched DIFC Zabeel District, a landmark expansion of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) that will consolidate its status as the...
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President tells graduates to promote global peace
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Monday atended the graduation ceremony of the 50th batch of officer cadets and the first batch of university officer cadets at Zayed II Military College in Al Ain. Sheikh Mohamed...
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President, Putin’s envoy seek stronger cooperation
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Sunday received Kirill Dmitriev, the Special Presidential Envoy for Foreign Investment and Economic Cooperation of the Russian Federation. During the meeting, Kirill Dmitriev conveyed...
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Zelensky thanks President as constructive talks end
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his gratitude on Saturday to President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and to the United Arab Emirates for facilitating the trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi. Zelensky said “I am grateful...
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