Abu dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the Republic of Poland and conveyed its condolences over the crash of a Polish Air Force jet, which resulted in the death of its pilot. According to Emirates News Agency, in a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) conveyed the UAE’s condolences and … Read more
Islamabad: Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masato Kanda extended condolences for the lives lost and individuals affected by the widespread monsoon rains and floods in Pakistan. Demonstrating ADB’s rapid response capability, Kanda announced that ADB will provide, upon request of the Government of Pakistan, a $3 million grant from the Asia Pacific Disaster Response Fund … Read more
Tunis: UAE athlete Salma Haitham Al Marri achieved a historic milestone by winning the first-ever women’s athletics gold medal in international participation for the UAE, in the hammer throw event at the Arab Athletics U18 Championship, held in Tunisia from August 23 to 27. According to Emirates News Agency, at just 16 years old, Al … Read more
Abidjan: Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the Republic of the Ivory Coast hosted the fourth edition of the Arabic Poetry Forum in the capital, Abidjan. The event was organised by the Cultural Affairs Department at the Sharjah Department of Culture, with … Read more
Dubai: The UAE has entrenched its position as a major destination for global companies seeking regional or global headquarters, benefiting from a sophisticated legislative system, advanced digital and financial infrastructure, and its geographic location linking Asian, African, and European markets. In 2025, major corporations continued to expand and position themselves in the UAE, strengthening the … Read more
Dubai: The eighth edition of the Vice President’s Jiu-Jitsu Cup kicked off today at Shabab Al Ahli Club in Dubai, drawing a significant crowd and creating an atmosphere of excitement and enthusiasm. According to Emirates News Agency, the championship began with official weigh-ins for all participating categories, including Under-14, Under-16, Under-18, and Adults. There was … Read more
Venice: The Higher Committee of Human Fraternity (HCHF), in collaboration with the Better World Fund (BWF), announced “The Ties That Bind: A Journey Toward Understanding and Human Fraternity,” a landmark initiative held alongside the Venice International Film Festival. According to Emirates News Agency, this special programme shines a global spotlight on the role of cinema, … Read more
Bangkok: The UAE national cycling team concluded its participation today in the Track Asia Cup, held in the Thai capital Bangkok, by winning six medals – three gold and three silver. This marks the team’s best-ever achievement in the history of its participation in the continental championship, representing a remarkable milestone for Emirati cycling. According … Read more