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Fiji’s Deputy Prime Minister: Looking forward to more investment opportunities with UAE

DUBAI, 12th February, 2025 (WAM) — Manoa Kamikamica, Deputy Prime Minister of Fiji, emphasised that the World Governments Summit serves as a crucial platform for discussing vital issues such as artificial intelligence and government efficiency. He expressed his appreciation to the UAE government for organising this remarkable summit, which has been running for over a […]

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President of Seychelles: New projects with UAE on horizon

DUBAI, 12th February, 2025 (WAM) — Wavel Ramkalawan, President of Seychelles, said that his country and the UAE share strong relations based on trust and mutual respect, enhancing opportunities for cooperation in various fields. He noted that this collaboration spans diverse sectors, including cybersecurity, renewable energy, housing, sports facilities, drug prevention, and rehabilitation. In statements […]

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UAE Gender Balance Council advances gender equity agenda at World Governments Summit

DUBAI, 11th February, 2025 (WAM) — The UAE Gender Balance Council hosted the “Gender Balance Forum” as part of the 12th World Governments Summit being held under the theme “Shaping Future Governments.” This forum, which aligns with the directives of H.H. Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Gender Balance […]

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UAE initiates first phase of decade-long Blue Visa system

DUBAI, 11th February, 2025 (WAM) — The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, and the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) have announced the details of the launch of the first phase of the Blue Visa system in the United Arab Emirates. The Ministry said that 20 sustainability thought leaders and […]

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UAE to launch National Cybersecurity Strategy

DUBAI, 11th February, 2025 (WAM) — Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of the UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC), announced that the National Cybersecurity Strategy will be officially launched this week. This initiative comes as part of the UAE’s efforts to keep pace with major and rapid transformations across various sectors, particularly in advanced technology, further […]

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SEC exempts UAE citizens from sewage fees in emirate

SHARJAH, 11th February, 2025 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Executive Council (SEC), chaired a meeting on Tuesday, attended by H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Vice Chairman of the Executive […]

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UAE Team Emirates-XRG name squad for UAE Tour

ABU DHABI, 11th February, 2025 (WAM) — UAE Team Emirates-XRG have named their seven riders for the first major objective of the year: the UAE Tour. The team includes Mikkel Bjerg (Denmark), Rune Herregodts (Belguim), Sebastian Molano (Colombia), Domen Novak (Slovania), Tadej Pogačar (Slovania), Florian Vermeersch (Belguim) and Jay Vine (Australia). The Emirati team goes […]

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UAE leaders congratulate Iranian President on National Day

ABU DHABI, 11th February, 2025 (WAM) — President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, on the occasion of his country’s National Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler […]

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Mohammed bin Rashid, IMF Managing Director address global economic developments, explore means to strengthen cooperation between UAE, IMF

DUBAI, 10th February, 2025 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, met with […]

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Presidents of UAE, Guinea-Bissau discuss bilateral relations, exchange honours

ABU DHABI, 9th February, 2025 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today welcomed His Excellency Umaro Sissoco Embaló, President of the Republic of Guinea-Bissau. During their meeting at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi, the two leaders discussed cooperation, particularly in the areas of development, economy, trade, and investment, […]