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H.H. Sheikh Mohammed approves largest budget in Dubai’s history
In his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has approved a record budget for 2026-2028, with a total expenditure of AED302.7 billion and total revenues of AED329.2 billion.
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More aid convoy from UAE enters Gaza Strip
A UAE aid convoy carrying more than 195 tonnes of critical winter supplies has entered the Gaza Strip.
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UAE launches 'National Space Industries' programme
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of the Supreme Space Council, has chaired the latest meeting of the UAE Space Council and reviewed the new strategic approach for the space sector.
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UAE launches $1 billion 'AI for Development' initiative in Africa
The UAE has announced the launch of the "AI for Development" initiative, worth $1 billion, to support and finance artificial intelligence projects in African countries.
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UAE expresses solidarity with Sri Lanka over victims of landslide
The UAE said it stands in solidarity with Sri Lanka over the victims of the landslide in the central province that killed at least four on Saturday.
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UAE President begins working visit to Bahrain
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has arrived in Bahrain on a working visit.
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H.H. Sheikh Khaled, Vietnamese PM hold bilateral talks at G20 Summit
His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has held bilateral talks with Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on the sidelines of G20 Summit in Johannesburg.
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Gargash calls for 'immediate end' to Sudan's 'tragic civil war'
Dr Anwar Gargash, diplomatic advisor to the UAE President, has said that Sudan's "tragic civil war" must come to an "immediate end", reiterating the need for a "credible transition to an independent civilian government".
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H.H. Sheikh Hamdan unveils new awards to honour spirit of Dubai
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has launched Erth Dubai Awards to honour the cultural and social heritage of the Emirate.
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Abu Dhabi Crown Prince arrives in Johannesburg for G20 Summit
His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has arrived in Johannesburg to attend the G20 Summit.
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Sheikh Abdullah, US Secretary of State reaffirm call for Sudan ceasefire
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio have emphasised the need for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan during a phone call.
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UAE expresses solidarity with India after airshow jet crash
The UAE has expressed its solidarity with India following the death of an Indian Air Force pilot in a jet crash at the Dubai Airshow.
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Pilot killed after Indian fighter jet crashes at Dubai Airshow
An Indian fighter jet has crashed during a demonstration at the Dubai Airshow, resulting in the death of the pilot.
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Dubai Metro showcases visual tribute to UAE’s Founding Fathers
Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, has unveiled a new visual tribute to the UAE’s Founding Fathers along the Dubai Metro Red Line.
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Over 200 bikes, scooters seized in Dubai crackdown on reckless riding
Dubai Police have seized 210 motorcycles and scooters and issued 271 fines in a major campaign targeting dangerous driving behaviours in areas including Al Khawaneej, Nad Al Sheba, Jumeirah Street and Al Qudra.
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Dubai divided into 6 zones to mark architectural identity of each area
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has reviewed the Architectural Identity for Dubai’s roads project that will see the city divided into six zones based on its visual character.
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UAE to hold one-week celebration to mark strong relations with Kuwait
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has announced a week-long celebration, starting January 29, to honour the "enduring bond" the country shares with Kuwait.
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UAE President, Canada PM chart new path for cooperation
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney reviewed bilateral ties and areas for future collaboration during their meeting in Abu Dhabi.
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Pope Leo XIV praises UAE as a global model of coexistence
Pope Leo XIV has praised the UAE as a global model for promoting the values of coexistence and human fraternity during a meeting at the Vatican with Dr Khalid Ghanem Al Ghaith, Secretary-General of the Higher Committee of Human Fraternity.
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H.H. Sheikh Khaled attends official opening ceremony of Natural History Museum
His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has attended the official opening ceremony of the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi.
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H.H. Sheikh Mohammed approves largest budget in Dubai’s history
In his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has approved a record budget for 2026-2028, with a total expenditure of AED302.7 billion and total revenues of AED329.2 billion.
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More aid convoy from UAE enters Gaza Strip
A UAE aid convoy carrying more than 195 tonnes of critical winter supplies has entered the Gaza Strip.
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UAE launches 'National Space Industries' programme
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of the Supreme Space Council, has chaired the latest meeting of the UAE Space Council and reviewed the new strategic approach for the space sector.
