ABU DHABI, 30th September, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Interior (MOI) has reaffirmed its readiness to share expertise and knowledge and build partnerships to strengthen international cooperation, safeguard the integrity of maritime supply chains and prevent their exploitation for criminal activities. The ministry said dismantling criminal networks at their source can help curb their […]
SHARJAH, 31st January, 2026 (WAM) — On the first day of the 9th annual Sharjah Entrepreneurial Festival (SEF), the most valuable lessons weren’t about how to raise capital or chase global headlines. They were about restraint, patience, and the quiet discipline required to build businesses that last. On stage with Anne-Laure Malauzat, managing partner at […]
DUBAI, 9th January, 2026 (WAM) — Branding strategist and content creator Chris Do, Founder and CEO of The Futur, argued that strong personal brands require clarity, courage and a willingness to be different — even at the risk of being disliked. He made the remarks at the 1 Billion Followers Summit 2026 today during a […]
BRUSSELS, 6th January, 2026 (WAM) — The European Union has called on Israel to allow international NGOs to operate and deliver life-saving aid to civilians in need in Palestine. “Without these international NGOs, humanitarian aid cannot be delivered at the scale needed to prevent further loss of life in Gaza,” said a joint statement issued […]
BRUSSELS, 3rd January, 2026 (WAM) — The High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, called on all parties to exercise restraint and avoid escalation in Venezuela. Kaja Kallas stated that she held discussions with the United States Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, and with the European Union Ambassador […]
DUBAI, 9th November, 2025 (WAM) — Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has urged customers to take preventive measures to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply and avoid internal faults during the rainy season. DEWA emphasised that following its guidelines can help prevent issues caused by water seeping into electrical wiring or panels. This awareness campaign is […]
ABU DHABI, 5th November, 2025 (WAM) — The third day of ADIPEC 2025 concluded with a resounding call to action for global financiers, policymakers, and energy leaders to accelerate investment in energy and infrastructure. Against the backdrop of high-level dialogue, the event spotlighted the urgent need for scalable capital deployment to meet rising energy demand. […]
JAKARTA, 25th October, 2025 (WAM) – Indonesian Foreign Affairs Minister Sugiono emphasised the need for stronger cross-sectoral synergy within ASEAN to address regional security challenges, particularly cross-border cybercrime and online fraud. “As our region becomes increasingly connected and dynamic, we must strengthen our ability to tackle multidimensional challenges, including cross-border crime,” he stated at the […]
GENEVA, 21st October, 2025 (WAM) — The Parliamentary Division of the Federal National Council (FNC) has called for comprehensive and ambitious reforms to the United Nations system, stressing that their success must be assessed by progress in peace, security, sustainable development, and humanitarian aid rather than by budgetary reductions. This came during the participation of […]
BERLIN, 15th October, 2025 (WAM) – A new global report launched today outlines preparedness priorities to protect people worldwide from future pandemics and other health crises; it calls for scaled up investment in primary health care, real-time risk assessment, and international cooperation to ensure local and global communities are ready to prevent and respond to […]
ABU DHABI, 12th October, 2025 (WAM) — The UAE Cybersecurity Council has warned that neglecting to secure smartphones and other smart devices, or engaging in unsafe digital practices, can expose users to cyberattacks. The council noted that these devices have become essential tools for banking, government services and everyday communications. The council said that 60 […]
WASHINGTON, 3rd October, 2025 (WAM) — US President Donald Trump said Friday that he believes Hamas is prepared for a “lasting peace” after the group responded to a US-backed ceasefire and hostage-exchange proposal. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said Hamas’ reply signaled readiness for peace and urged Israel to “immediately stop the bombing […]
