Abu Dhabi: Reinforcing the UAE’s enduring humanitarian vision, the official announcement of the Zayed Charity Run in the capital of Ethiopia, Addis Ababa, marks the launch of a distinctive humanitarian and sporting initiative that embodies unity among peoples and advances a global message of kindness, built on a legacy of tangible humanitarian impact across multiple […]
NEW YORK, 5th February, 2026 (WAM) — Acting Under-Secretary-General of the UN Office of Counter-Terrorism Alexander Zueiev warned that the threat posed by ISIS continues to grow and has become more complex and multifaceted, noting that Daesh and its affiliates remain resilient despite sustained international pressure. Briefing the UN Security Council on Wednesday, he said […]
First-ever UAE runners’ delegation traveling to the United States, reinforcing the global humanitarian reach of the Zayed Charity Run Prominent Emirati presence as 100 male and 50 female runners to represent the UAE in Miami Final field and organizational visits are underway as the delegation prepares for its journey and participation in the run Abu […]
DAVOS, 22nd January, 2026 (WAM) — The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) has pledged support to healthcare projects carried out by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) around the world. This support forms part of the proceeds of the Fathers’ Endowment campaign, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid […]
DUBAI, 9th January, 2026 (WAM) — In the presence of Mohammad Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Secretary General of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI), and Sunny Varkey, Founder of the Varkey Foundation, and global content creator James Stephen Donaldson, widely known as MrBeast, the names of 20 global content […]
ABU DHABI, 8th December, 2025 (WAM) — International leaders, philanthropists, and global health partners announced on Monday in Abu Dhabi a collective US$1.9 billion to advance polio eradication. This includes approximately $1.2 billion in newly pledged funds that will reduce the remaining resource gap for the Global Polio Eradication Initiative’s (GPEI) 2022-2029 Strategy to $440 […]
LONDON, 5th December, 2025 (WAM) — The Zayed Centre for Research into Rare Disease in Children (ZCR), a partnership between Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH), University College London (UCL), and Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity, today celebrated its sixth anniversary, recognising groundbreaking progress in the diagnosis, treatment, and care of children with rare and […]
GENEVA, 2nd December, 2025 (WAM) — The value of global goods imports affected by new tariffs and other import measures increased more than fourfold from mid-October 2024 to mid-October 2025 compared to the prior 12-month period, marking the highest coverage in over 15 years of WTO trade monitoring, according to the WTO Director-General’s latest annual […]
Abu Dhabi– His Excellency Dr. Oleksandr Balanutsa, Ambassador of Ukraine to the United Arab Emirates, affirmed that relations between the two countries are witnessing rapid development and comprehensive growth across various political, economic, humanitarian, and cultural fields. He noted that these ties represent an inspiring model of partnership built on trust, shared vision, and mutual […]
Event Receives Widespread Praise for Upholding Zayed’s Humanitarian Legacy and Promoting Sports and Cultural Exchange Beijing – The 2025 Huairou Great Wall Marathon and the Zayed Charity Run concluded yesterday in Beijing, China’s capital. Held over four days from 19 to 22 September, the event attracted a large crowd, welcoming nearly 17,000 participants from 26 […]
ABU DHABI, 14th September, 2025 (WAM) — The UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC) has warned of growing risks linked to users’ digital footprints, saying more than 1.4 billion accounts are hacked globally each month. The council said every login, post or interaction online leaves a trace that can be exploited. It identified two types of […]
KUALA LUMPUR, 31st August, 2025 (WAM) –Shaykh Abdullah bin Bayyah, Chairman of the UAE Council for Fatwa, and Head of the Abu Dhabi Forum for Peace, has stated that humanity today faces existential challenges that require urgent action and comprehensive cooperation, stressing that the world is in great need of years of peace and tranquillity. […]
