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FLORIDA — Deputy Minister of Finance for International Relations Khalid Bawazier headed Saudi Arabia’s delegation participating in the third meeting of the G20 Finance and Central Bank Deputies, held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in the United States on May 14-15.Speaking at the meeting, Bawazier commended the progress achieved during the G20 Finance Track meetings this year. He emphasized the importance of maintaining focus on practical and actional outcomes, particularly with regard to, supporting sustainable growth, strengthening coordination among creditors in sovereign debt issues, and enhancing international economic cooperation amid evolving global challenges. The meetings also included a dialogue session attended…
The UAE cabinet approved a project to train 80,000 federal employees in Agentic AI technologies and tools. The cabinet meeting was chaired by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of UAE, and Ruler of Dubai. The cabinet also defined the general framework for the roles of ministries and federal entities in this national project. Teams will be formed, who will then set targets and establish assessment indicators to evaluate efficiency and productivity. Sheikh Mohammed said the “journey of transformation toward UAE Government 4.0 has begun”. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Agentic AI Sheikh…
SHARJAH, 18th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) announced that the emirate’s economy maintained its strong performance in April 2026, with 6,440 economic licences issued and renewed, marking a 3% increase compared with the same period last year. The department reported that the number of renewed licences reached 5,843, with 597 new licences issued in April, reflecting continued economic activity and investor confidence in Sharjah’s business environment. Hamad Ali Abdullah Al Mahmoud, Chairman of the Sharjah Economic Development Department, said the figures confirm sustained investment momentum and economic growth in the emirate. He noted that Sharjah’s…
ALAIN, 18th May, 2026 (WAM) — Silal Group, the UAE’s leading agri-food and technology group, celebrated the graduation of the inaugural Cohort of the “Future Innovators Programme”. The programme is organised annually by the Advanced AgriTech Academy under Innovation Oasis, Silal Group’s research and development hub in Al Ain dedicated to advancing agricultural technology and innovation. The programme is a specialised national initiative aimed at empowering emerging Emirati agricultural innovators through practical experience, advanced scientific knowledge, and real-world applications. It is delivered in collaboration with the Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi (DGE), United Arab Emirates University, and Mawaheb,…
Have you missed our special guest? The May 15 edition of TahawulTech Friday Brief featured Muhammad Affan, Director of IT at Sharjah Maritime Academy, in conversation with Sandhya D’Mello, Technology Editor, CPI Media Group, and Daniel Shepherd, Deputy Editor, Technology Division. The discussion explored how AI-enabled smart campuses, cybersecurity, secure digital infrastructure and digital leadership are shaping the future of education and enterprise resilience. If you missed the live session, you can still catch the key insights and join the conversation. Watch the LinkedIn Live replayTahawulTech Friday Brief | May 15 Edition Stay connected. Stay informed. Source: Tahawul Tech
The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Library Foundation has launched the “Dubai Archive” project in collaboration with five government entities, marking a key step toward advancing digital governance. The initiative seeks to document and preserve Dubai’s history, institutional records, and cultural heritage, ensuring the nation’s memory is safeguarded for future generations through integrated digital archiving systems. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. As part of the pilot phase, the Foundation signed five cooperation agreements with key government bodies, including Dubai Municipality, the Mohammed bin Rashid Housing Establishment, the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities…
ABU DHABI, 18th May, 2026 (WAM) — ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, has reported a strong start to 2026, underscored by continued expansion across its financial ecosystem and sustained global investor confidence. Surpassing a major milestone, with total active licences exceeding 13,353, of which 961 were in the first quarter of 2026 alone, ADGM has reinforced its position as the MEASA region’s largest financial centre by this metric. March 2026 also recorded a 5.2% increase in new active licences compared to March 2025, further demonstrating sustained demand and continued business confidence in ADGM. The financial centre has…
Described as an “exceptional visual and cultural document of the relationship between people and camels,” Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, has launched Ode to a Camel, a new book featuring her photographs documenting camel culture, desert life, and Emirati heritage. The launch ceremony took place at Dubai Mall on May 16 and was attended by Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi and Sheikh Rashid bin Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, sons of Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, along with artists, intellectuals, and cultural…
BEIJING — A magnitude-5.2 earthquake hit southwest China’s autonomous region of Guangxi early Monday killing two people, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center. Local authorities said 13 houses had collapsed as of 4 a.m., with two people confirmed dead and one still missing. Four people were sent to the hospital, although none of them had life-threatening injuries, state news agency Xinhua said. More than 7,000 residents in the city of Liuzhou have been relocated, while emergency teams continue search and rescue operations near the epicenter. National and regional emergency responses have been activated. Transportation disruptions were also flagged by…
HAVANA — Cuba’s foreign ministry has rejected a report that claimed it has acquired attack drones capable of targeting Florida as “fabricated.” The report by US news site Axios, citing classified intelligence, alleged that Cuba had acquired more than 300 military drones and discussed possible plans to use them against nearby US interests. “Without any legitimate excuse whatsoever, the US government builds, day after day, a fraudulent case to justify the ruthless economic war against the Cuban people and the eventual military aggression,” Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez wrote on social media. “Specific media outlets play along, promoting slander and…