Over 6,250 leaders, including heads of state, ministers, Nobel laureates, and CEOs, gather in Dubai to discuss innovation, sustainable development, and the role of technology in government policies.
UAE pledges $500 million for Sudan aid as Washington gathers donors
By Simon Lewis WASHINGTON, Feb 3 – The United Arab Emirates on Tuesday pledged to donate $500 million to a U.N. fund for humanitarian aid for Sudan, amid a U.S. push to renew efforts towards a truce in the conflict that has devastated the country.
Dubai Customs Celebrates Kuwaiti Brothers With A Unique Welcome During UAE And Kuwait Forever Brothers Week
Dubai Customs Celebrates Kuwaiti Brothers With A Unique Welcome During UAE And Kuwait Forever Brothers Week. UAE – Dubai, 02nd February 2026: Following the directives of the UAE leadership to honor t …
White House names its representatives for Ukraine-Russia talks in Abu Dhabi
US President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff and his son-in-law Jared Kushner will take part in trilateral talks with Ukraine and Russia in Abu Dhabi, stated White House press secretary …
Abu Dhabi Customs, ‘Italian Customs’ to advance digital trade facilitation
MILAN, 3rd February, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Customs and the Italian Customs and Monopolies Agency have signed a cooperation document to enhance trade facilitation through secure, efficient, and …
Sultan bin Ahmed witnesses launch of 15th Sharjah Light Festival
H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, attended the launch of the 15th edition of the Sharjah Light Festival, on Tuesday. The festival, held under the theme …
Dubai announces DIFC–Dubai Mall as first loop route
Dubai is officially going underground — in a cool, futuristic way.The city has announced the first two locations of the Dubai Loop, a new high-speed underground transport system that promises to slash …
Saqlain Mushtaq on magic of Sharjah cricket and Tendulkar’s perfection
With his trademark skull cap and thick beard, Saqlain Mushtaq now cuts the figure of a stern disciplinarian. But the legendary Pakistani off-spinner breaks into a big smile when asked about the joy of …
Aarif, Airee fifties help Nepal cruise past UAE
Unbeaten half-centuries from Dipendra Singh Airee and Aarif Sheikh saw Nepal cruise to a win against UAE in their first warm-up game in Chennai ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026. An unbroken 103-run stand between the two batters saw Nepal chase down a modest target of 146 with seven wickets and three overs to spare.
Exness Takes Center Stage at iFX EXPO Dubai 2026 as an Elite Sponsor
Exness, the global multi-asset CFD broker and liquidity provider, announced its role as an Elite Sponsor at the prestigious iFX EXPO Dubai 2026. Taking place from 10–12 February 2026. The event is the …
Tensor gets go-ahead to test Level-4 autonomous vehicles in the UAE
Permit enables testing under applicable regulations and safety expectations in preparation pf their planned commercialisation later this year …
Dubai Loop to link DIFC and Dubai Mall in first phase of $545m tunnel project
The RTA signs deal with The Boring Company to begin Dubai Loop, a high-tech passenger tunnel linking DIFC and Dubai Mall …
Dubai to begin work on Dh600 million high-speed loop beneath Downtown
Project to connect Dubai Mall and DIFC as part of first phase …
Abu Dhabi builds a new deal machine around its crown prince
Donald Trump’s whirlwind tour of the Middle East last year included breakfast with Sheikh Khaled bin Mohammed, Abu Dhabi’s crown prince. The US president was seeking billions of dollars in investment, …
US-Brokered Talks on Russia’s War on Ukraine Will Resume in Abu Dhabi
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — A new round of U.S.-brokered talks on ending Russia’s war on Ukraine is set to go ahead this week after a brief postponement, a senior Kremlin official said Monday, with …
Sharjah Executive Council approves Masaar tolls
SHARJAH, 3rd February, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council (SEC), chaired the …
Sharjah Ruler receives UNESCO Director-General
SHARJAH, 3rd February, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, received Dr Khaled El Enany, Director-General of UNESCO, on …