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UAE Accountability Authority concludes participation in CoSP11

DOHA, 19th December, 2025 (WAM) — The UAE Accountability Authority concluded its participation in the 11th session of the Conference of the States Parties to the United Nations Convention against Corruption (CoSP11), with the UAE delegation headed by Humaid Obaid Abushibs, Chairman of the UAE Accountability Authority. This participation comes as a part of the […]

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Zayed Authority for People of Determination sets new Guinness World Record

ABU DHABI, 19th December, 2025 (WAM) — Zayed Authority for People of Determination has added a new achievement to the UAE’s international record, following the official recognition by Guinness World Records of the world’s longest chain of lanyards, measuring 663.53 metres. The record-breaking chain consists of 1,300 lanyards, handcrafted by people of determination, with the […]

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Federal Tax Authority honours strategic partners during 2025 Annual Forum

DUBAI, 18th December, 2025 (WAM) — Khalid Ali Al Bustani, Director-General of the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), said the Authority achieved several qualitative milestones in 2025, advancing its development plans in line with policies that promote innovation and enhance customer experience. Speaking at the opening of the third Strategic Partners Forum of the FTA for […]

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GCC Interconnection Authority, Iraq finalise plans for major electricity link

MANAMA, 13th December, 2025 (WAM) — The Gulf Cooperation Council Interconnection Authority (GCCIA) and the Ministry of Electricity of the Republic of Iraq have discussed the final preparations for launching the electricity interconnection project between the two entities. The discussions took place during a recent meeting in the Kingdom of Bahrain. During the meeting, both […]

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Community Development Authority debuts at #HattaWinter with ‘Hatta Unites Us’ Festival

DUBAI, 6th December, 2025 (WAM) — The Community Development Authority (CDA) has made its debut at #HattaWinter with the launch of ‘Hatta Unites Us’, a new festival celebrating home-based entrepreneurs and the cultural identity of the region. Launched today at Al Wadi Park, the event introduces a series of community-focused experiences aimed at strengthening the […]

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Zayed Authority for PoD’s initiatives, projects, achievements underscore UAE’s leadership in empowering PoD

ABU DHABI, 3rd December, 2025 (WAM) — The Zayed Authority for People of Determination continued its pioneering path in 2025 toward empowering and integrating People of Determination (PoD) within the UAE community. Through its leading initiatives and innovative programmes, the Authority sought to support PoD across key sectors such as education, healthcare, sports, and employment. […]

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Abu Dhabi University, Ma’an, Zayed Authority for People of Determination, Key2enable train next generation of inclusion advocates

ABU DHABI, 22nd November, 2025 (WAM) — In support of the UAE’s Year of Community and its vision of building a more inclusive society, Abu Dhabi University (ADU) marked the successful completion of its ‘Inclusion Advocates of Tomorrow’ programme, organised by ADU Innovate in partnership with the Zayed Authority for People of Determination, the Authority […]

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Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority, Maximus Air to enhance aerial capabilities for rescue operations

ABU DHABI, 22nd November, 2025 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority and Maximus Air have signed a cooperation agreement aimed at supporting and strengthening the aerial transport system for search and rescue operations during disasters and emergencies. The signing took place at the Dubai Airshow 2025, which concluded on Friday. This agreement forms […]

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UAE concludes investigations into military equipment smuggling to Port Sudan Authority; refers the accused to trial, underscoring commitment to protecting its territory, preventing illicit activity

ABU DHABI, 14th November, 2025 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to preventing any attempts to misuse its territories, ports, or airspace for illicit activities, including attempts to smuggle weapons to any of the warring parties in Sudan’s civil war, or to other conflict zones. In a statement, the Ministry […]

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Latifa bint Mohammed meets President of Bahrain Authority for Culture & Antiquities

DUBAI, 13th November, 2025 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, met with Sheikh Khalifa bin Ahmed bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities, on the sidelines of the 27th General Conference of the International Council of Museums […]

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Zayed Authority for People of Determination signs cooperation agreement with International Disability Alliance

ABU DHABI, 12th November, 2025 (WAM) — On the sidelines of the UAE’s participation in the Second World Summit for Social Development, held under the auspices of the United Nations in Doha, the Zayed Authority for People of Determination (ZAPoD) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the International Disability Alliance (IDA) to promote […]