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H.H. Sheikh Mohammed rallies 'Dubai’s Team' to deliver best in the world
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has issued directives to intensify efforts to ensure Dubai continues to set the standard as the best city in the world across sectors.
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Dubai unveils self-driving zone for land, marine transport
Dubai has unveiled a new 15 sq.km. Self-Driving Transport Zone, marking a major step forward in the city’s autonomous mobility plans.
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H.H. Sheikh Hamdan reviews Dubai’s self-driving tech progress
Dubai is accelerating its push into autonomous mobility with pilot operations of more than 60 self-driving vehicles currently underway in Jumeirah and Umm Suqeim.
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Sheikh Abdullah welcomes initiatives aimed at ending Gaza conflict
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, welcomed all initiatives aimed at ending the conflict in Gaza on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York.
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UAE leaders condole Saudi Arabia over death of Grand Mufti
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has led the messages of condolences sent to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia, on the passing of the Grand Mufti.
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UAE leaders discuss national priorities
The UAE’s leaders held a meeting in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday to discuss key national priorities.
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Watch: Drones deployed to control Al Barsha building fire
Dubai Civil Defence has brought a residential building fire in Al Barsha under control.
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UAE reaffirms 'no peace until Palestine state' at UN conference
The UAE has reinforced there will be no peace in the region until there is a Palestinian state at the UN's High-level International Conference.
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UAE leaders congratulate Saudi Arabia on 95th National Day
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has led the messages congratulating the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia on the occasion of the Kingdom's 95th National Day.
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H.H. Sheikh Hamdan: future-ready defence force a national priority
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 chaired the third meeting of the Defence Council for 2025.
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UAE signs UN declaration to protect aid workers
The UAE has signed the Declaration for the Protection of Humanitarian Personnel, emphasising its determination to upholding international humanitarian law and ensure the safe, immediate and unobstructed delivery of aid to those in need.
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Sheikh Abdullah holds talks with number of officials in New York
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held separate meetings in New York with several officials from countries participating in the 80th session of the UN General Assembly in New York.
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UAE joins Saudi Arabia in celebrating 95th National Day
The UAE is joining Saudi Arabia in celebrating the Kingdom’s 95th National Day on September 23 — a reflection of the deep-rooted ties between the two nations.
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Sharjah announces 3 days of mourning over passing of royal member
The Court of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has announced the passing of royal member Sheikh Sultan bin Khalid bin Muhammad Al Qasimi on Monday.
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UAE sends urgent medical aid to Botswana
The UAE has dispatched an urgent relief aircraft to Botswana, carrying 96 tonnes of medical supplies in response to a public health emergency declared in the African country.
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UAE gears up for inaugural BRIDGE Summit
The countdown is on for the BRIDGE Summit, billed as the world’s largest gathering of media, cultural and creative industry leaders, set to take place in Abu Dhabi from December 8 to 10.
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Dubai Press Club opens submissions for 'Ibda’a-Arab Youth Media Award'
Young Arab media talent is being called to the spotlight as the Dubai Press Club opens submissions for the 10th edition of the 'Ibda’a – Arab Youth Media Award'.
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Emirates cancels flights to Hong Kong due to Super Typhoon Ragasa
Emirates Airline has temporarily suspended operations to Hong Kong and Shenzhen as Super Typhoon Ragasa sets off storm alerts across East and Southeast Asia.
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H.H. Sheikh Mohammed launches campaign for Emirati entrepreneurs
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has unveiled a national campaign to attract 10,000 Emirati entrepreneurs and create 30,000 new jobs by 2030.
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Sheikh Abdullah leads UAE delegation at UN General Assembly
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, will lead the UAE delegation at the 80th session of the UN General Assembly in New York from September 22 to 29.
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H.H. Sheikh Mohammed rallies 'Dubai’s Team' to deliver best in the world
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has issued directives to intensify efforts to ensure Dubai continues to set the standard as the best city in the world across sectors.
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Dubai unveils self-driving zone for land, marine transport
Dubai has unveiled a new 15 sq.km. Self-Driving Transport Zone, marking a major step forward in the city’s autonomous mobility plans.
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H.H. Sheikh Hamdan reviews Dubai’s self-driving tech progress
Dubai is accelerating its push into autonomous mobility with pilot operations of more than 60 self-driving vehicles currently underway in Jumeirah and Umm Suqeim.
