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IOC calls for more cooperation between development finance, sports communities at FFD4

SEVILLE, Spain, 4th July, 2025 (WAM) The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has called for the next steps in the growing cooperation between development finance institutions and the sporting movement during the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4). The role of sport as an important enabler of sustainable development and a tool to create […]

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Dubai to host World Sports Summit in December

DUBAI, 29th June, 2025 (WAM) – H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, today directed for the ‘World Sports Summit’ to be organised in Dubai from 29-30 December. The event is anticipated to draw the largest global gathering related to the sports […]

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Ministry of Sports holds first ‘Customer Councils’ of 2025

ABU DHABI, 25th June, 2025 (WAM) — The Ministry of Sports held its first of the “Customer Councils” of 2025, under the Zero Bureaucracy Programme. This reflects the ministry’s commitment to improving government services and boosting operational efficiency across the sports sector. The session was attended by Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sports, […]

TCL and Arsenal Announce Global Partnership Expansion in Multi-Year Deal

TCL, a leading global consumer electronics brand and the No.2 TV brand worldwide, proudly announces the elevation of its partnership with Arsenal Football Club to a global level, becoming Arsenal’s Official Global Consumer Electronics Partner. This milestone marks a new era in the relationship between two iconic brands driven by shared values of innovation, excellence, […]

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Burjeel Holdings signs sponsorship agreement with Al Dhafra Sports Club

AL DHAFRA, 29th May, 2025 (WAM) — Burjeel Holdings has signed a major sponsorship agreement with Al Dhafra Sports Club, marking the first such partnership following the club’s promotion to the ADNOC Pro League. The agreement spans three consecutive seasons, starting from the 2025–2026 season, making Burjeel Holdings one of the club’s principal sponsors. Under […]

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Military Sports Museum inaugurated in Abu Dhabi, showcasing history, achievements of UAE Armed Forces in sports

ABU DHABI, 24th May, 2025 (WAM) – Under the patronage of Major General Staff Pilot Sheikh Ahmed bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, the Military Sports Museum was inaugurated at the Military Sports Education Centre in Abu Dhabi. The museum commemorates the history of sports within the Armed Forces […]

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NEP Group Appoints Mohammad Hammoud as First Chief Commercial Officer for Middle East and Asia Business

The key hire is another step in NEP’s strategic investment in the region to bring more production solutions to customers. NEP Group, the leading media services provider for live sports and entertainment worldwide, continues to invest in the Middle East and Asia and today announced that experienced media industry executive Mohammad Hammoud will join NEP’s Middle East and […]

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Ministry of Sports launches ‘Digital Transformation, Sports Innovation Platform’ in collaboration with National Olympic Committee

DUBAI, 27th March, 2025 (WAM) – In the presence of H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the National Olympic Committee (NOC), the Ministry of Sports and the National Olympic Committee signed an agreement to launch the innovative Digital Transformation and Sports Innovation Platform. The signing ceremony was also attended by […]