During the event, His Excellency Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority commented: “Heritage, in all its diversity, is a source of collective wealth and encourages dialogue. It is a vehicle for closer relations …
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Dubai South to have E-Bus next year
Dubai: Zero carbon E-buses with self-charging features will play Dubai South from next year as part of the community’s efforts to develop a smart and sustainable living environment, Dubai South management announced on Monday. The community management on …
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UAE to host seven-nation women’s tournament
The teams competing are Uganda, Kenya, Malaysia, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar and the UAE. Speaking to Gulf News, Mazhar Khan, Administrator of the ECB, said: “It is important for UAE women’s team to play against stronger teams to assess our strengths and …
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Abu Dhabi Police show empathy and sensitivity
Abu Dhabi is an excellent place to live and work and the law and … What makes you happy in the UAE?’, Gulf News, December 1)! With the great Rulers in the UAE, we have a place of humanity, safety and security. It’s a great place for unity and respect …
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King Salman visits Dubai
Dubai: King Salman Bin Abdul Aziz of Saudi Arabia visited Dubai on Monday as part of his tour of the UAE. His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, received the Saudi King in the Sheikh …
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Dozens of flights delayed, motorists struggle as thick fog blankets UAE
A met official at NCMS earlier told Gulf News that an increase in relative humidity overnight will help develop thick blankets of fog in most of the internal areas, including Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi and the eastern parts. “Chance of fog over land is …
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Motorists struggle as fog blankets UAE
A met official at NCMS earlier told Gulf News that an increase in relative humidity overnight will help develop thick blankets of fog in most of the internal areas, including Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi and the eastern parts. “Chance of fog over land is …
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Saudi king starts tour of Gulf Arab states with visit to UAE
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – Saudi Arabia’s King Salman has arrived in the United Arab Emirates to begin a regional tour aimed at strengthening relations with four neighboring Gulf allies. The visit Saturday will be followed by stops in Qatar, Bahrain …
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France, UAE launch fund to protect monuments in conflict areas
UAE state news agency WAM reported. “Conflict causes irreparable damage to valuable heritage sites in Syria, Iraq, Mali and many others,” WAM quoted Mohammed al-Mubarak, chairman of Abu Dhabi’s tourism and culture authority, as saying. “Today, we establish …
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King starts Gulf tour with UAE visit
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman is being decorated in Abu Dhabi with the top UAE civilian award — the Order of Zayed — in the presence of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, Dubai ruler, and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan …
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UAE, Japan look forward to stronger bilateral relations
Dubai, Dec 4: United Arab Emirates (UAE … The two ministers exchanged views about the latest regional and international developments, Xinhua news agency reported. The visit by the Japanese minister and his delegation reflects the eagerness of both …
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UAE-based Indian girl Kehkashan Basu wins International Children's Peace Prize
Read More THE HAGUE: A 16-year-old Indian environmental activist based in the UAE has won this year’s prestigious International Children’s Peace Prize for her fight for climate justice and combating environmental degradation. Kehkashan Basu was presented …
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UAE set to roll out new happiness survey
Dubai: The UAE will roll out a new happiness survey starting December 12 to gauge what makes nationals, expatriates and tourists happy. Intended to establish the baseline of happiness in the UAE and adjust government services accordingly, the survey will …
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UAE-Saudi strategic partnership pushes for Gulf union, say writers, academics
Editor-in-Chief of the Saudi Al Madinah Arabic daily told Gulf News on Sunday. Al Agran added Saudi Arabia and the UAE have a shared vision in political ideology and economic and military strategies based on wise and moderate policies. “Now after …
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King of Saudi Arabia conferred UAE Founder's Order
according to UAE News Agency (WAM). Earlier Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and HH Shaikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and Supreme Council Members, Their Highnesses Rulers of the Emirates …
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Indian Aces go down against UAE Royals in IPTL
In the second match of the day, Singapore Slammers defeated Japan Warriors 27-23 Indian Aces were beaten 20-30 by UAE Royals in an International Premier Tennis League (IPTL) match here on Sunday. Swiss star Martina Hingis led Royals to the top of the table …
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Saudi Arabia, UAE natural allies
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman talks with Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, vice president and prime minister of the United Arab Emirates and ruler of Dubai, in Abu Dhabi on Saturday. (SPA)
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