Author: Editorial Team
ABU DHABI, 14th May, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) highlighted the impact of a number of its development projects that have collectively contributed to improving the lives of more than 1.3 million families and beneficiaries across developing countries worldwide, reflecting its continued commitment to advancing sustainable socioeconomic development and strengthening resilient communities through strategic, high-impact investments. ADFD’s development portfolio spans Asia, Africa, and other developing regions, delivering tangible impact at scale through investments that strengthen infrastructure, expand access to essential services, and create long-term economic opportunities for communities. The announcement aligns with the UAE’s “Year of…
Born during a period of regional tension and named after the Arabic word for peace, Salam, Dubai Safari Park’s white rhino calf, has quickly become one of the destination’s biggest stars this season. Now, the park is inviting UAE residents who share his name to come meet him for free. As part of its newly launched “Month of Salam” campaign, Dubai Safari Park is offering complimentary Safari Bundle tickets to visitors named Salam or Salama before the park closes for summer on May 31. The campaign was announced during a special session at the park on Thursday, May 14, where…
RIYADH — Minister of Municipalities and Housing Majed Al-Hogail said that the ministry has fielded more than 22,000 personnel to offer the best possible services for the Hajj pilgrims. Addressing the government press conference in Riyadh on Wednesday, Al-Hogail stated that the ministry, in partnership with the Holy Makkah Mayoralty and Madinah Regional Mayoralty, has mobilized its municipal capabilities to improve the pilgrim experience through integrated regulatory, operational, and field efforts.The minister affirmed that the Hajj system has witnessed significant progress in integration and readiness among government entities in recent years, improving services for pilgrims and enhancing operational efficiency across…
RIYADH — Gulf Cooperation Council countries are studying the establishment of joint oil and gas pipeline networks as part of broader efforts to strengthen regional economic security, improve supply chain resilience and enhance integration among member states. The initiative was discussed during the ninth meeting of the Permanent Preparatory Committee at the ministerial level for the GCC Economic and Development Affairs Authority, held virtually on Thursday. The meeting was chaired by Bahraini Minister of Finance and National Economy Sheikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, who currently heads the GCC Financial and Economic Cooperation Committee, with the participation of finance and…
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, today visited Jebel Ali Port, operated by DP World. The Dubai Crown Prince went to review operations, meet the teams keeping regional trade flowing and see firsthand the multimodal investments strengthening regional trade infrastructure. During the visit, Sheikh Hamdan was briefed on the port’s operational performance and multimodal logistics capabilities, especially over the past two months, during which DP World handled nearly 200,000 Twenty-foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) via regional overland truck and rail corridors.…
ABU DHABI, 14th May, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates participated in the 125th meeting of the Financial and Economic Cooperation Committee of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), with the UAE delegation headed by Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs. The delegation also included Younis Haji AlKhoori, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Finance, Ahmed Abdullah bin Lahej Al Falasi, Acting Director General of Customs and Ports Security at the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security, alongside several specialists from the Ministry of Finance. The meeting covered a broad range of strategic…
Two decades ago, Art Dubai launched in a city that was still finding its cultural footing. Today, as the fair marks its 20th edition at Madinat Jumeirah, it’s hard to separate the story of Art Dubai from that of the city itself. Both have grown rapidly, onto the global stage. “We are twins in a way, Art Dubai and Dubai,” Benedetta Ghione, Executive Director of Art Dubai Group, tells Khaleej Times. It’s a comparison that holds up. What began as a relatively small annual fair is now a key fixture on the international art calendar, mirroring Dubai’s own evolution into…
Recent research by Ericsson has revealed that while mobile operators are bullish on the revenue potential of AI and advanced 5G services, a disconnect between ambition and action threatens to leave them at a disadvantage. The global study from Ericsson, based on 455 senior telecom executives, found 90% are confident in their organisation’s ability to capture new revenue opportunities, but around 70% have yet to start implementing the technologies they identify as critical to delivering growth. The vendor’s research found there is broad consensus on where the opportunities exist. Private 5G and enterprise connectivity tops the priority list at 49%,…
Nestlé Saudi Arabia, in collaboration with Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, celebrated the graduation of the second cohort of the “Nestlé Academy” program, following the completion of the program by 15 male and female students. This milestone reflects the company’s deep commitment to empowering national talent, investing in Saudi human capital, and strengthening its role as an active partner in achieving national development goals. The training program aims to develop their skills and enhance their readiness to enter the labor market, It was held from May 3 to 14, 2026, and included theoretical training and practical applications, in…
A passenger who attempted to smuggle cocaine into the UAE by concealing it inside the body was caught at the Zayed International Airport. The incident came to light when a customs inspection official at Zayed International Airport identified suspicious indicators associated with a passenger of African nationality arriving in the UAE. The suspect underwent advanced inspection procedures and was transferred to the hospital for further examination. Medical examinations showed the presence of foreign objects concealed inside the passenger’s body. After operating on the suspect, 100 capsules containing cocaine, with a total weight of 1,418 grams, were extracted. The necessary seizure…