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Abu Dhabi has launched a Dh55 billion public-private partnership (PPP) pipeline covering 24 projects across transport, infrastructure and social sectors.  Senior officials revealed that the emirate’s next phase will include new island bridge links, hundreds of kilometres of road upgrades, and a further Dh40 billion to Dh50 billion transport pipeline. The programme, unveiled on the sidelines of the Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit (ADIS) by the Abu Dhabi Investment Office and Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre, will bring 24 projects to market across 2026 and 2027, including Dh35 billion in road and connectivity projects, Dh11 billion in urban and water infrastructure, and Dh9 billion in social infrastructure, according to official figures. Stay…

ABU DHABI, 13th May, 2026 (WAM) — LEAD Development showcased its flagship sustainable projects during the Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit (ADIS) 2026, highlighting developments on Jubail Island and housing projects in Al Ain aligned with Abu Dhabi’s urban development goals. Mounir Haidar, Co-founder & Managing Partner of Lead Development, and Managing Director of Jubail Island Investment Company, told Emirates News Agency (WAM) that the company’s projects focus on quality of life, sustainability and innovation, while balancing urban expansion with environmental preservation, particularly mangrove conservation on Jubail Island. He said modern technologies now play a key role across all stages of…

The Emirates Council for Fatwa announced the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon on Sunday evening, May 17, 2026. The council said the crescent observation will be carried out in coordination with national observatories and centres across the UAE, including the Khatm Sighting in cooperation with the International Astronomy Centre, the Dubai Sighting with the Dubai Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department, and the Sharjah Sighting with the Sharjah Space and Astronomy Centre. The process will be conducted using the latest methods and modern technologies. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels If…

MAKKAH — The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah’s electronic track has achieved advanced operational figures for the 2026 Hajj season, encompassing more than 250 services. These services are being provided in cooperation with relevant authorities and integration with numerous Hajj companies to enhance service efficiency along the pilgrim journey. The platform unifies service data ahead of pilgrims’ arrival, enabling early identification of their needs and direct linkage to housing, transportation, and catering services, while reducing procedural discrepancies between authorities and Hajj companies. The ministry also conducted more than 378 training workshops on the platform and over 150 meetings with Hajj…

RIYADH — Abdulaziz Abdulbaqi, spokesperson of the Ministry of Health, affirmed that receiving the meningococcal vaccine is a mandatory requirement for all personnel participating in the 2026 Hajj season before commencing their duties. This measure aligns with the directives of the Supreme Hajj Committee to strengthen preventive efforts and limit the spread of infectious diseases in densely populated areas, while prioritizing the safety and well-being of workers as a key objective within the health sector. Abdulbaqi explained that the vaccine provides protection against serious infections that may spread in crowded environments. “It also enhances the safety of both workers and…

SHARJAH, 13th May, 2026 (WAM)– A high-level panel hosted by the American University of Sharjah and organised by Emirates Biotech stressed that achieving the UAE’s circular economy ambitions depends on effective organic waste management. Officials from the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, waste management operators and academia discussed building an integrated organic waste management system aligned with the UAE Green Agenda 2030 and Circular Economy Policy 2021-2031. The participants noted that organic waste accounts for around 40 percent of municipal waste in the UAE, warning that landfill disposal generates methane emissions with a greater…

Abu Dhabi — SlashData, a UAE-based technology company specializing in building national-scale digital platforms that connect the public and private sectors, has announced a strategic partnership with Fidelity United. The partnership will improve how motor insurance data is accessed and used across the UAE through the adoption of Mulem, marking a significant step in advancing the insurance sector.  Through this partnership, Fidelity United will use Mulem, SlashData’s digital integration platform, to securely access vehicle, driver, and accident data. Mulem bridges the data gap by allowing insurers to connect multiple private and public data sources through a single platform. This access reduces duplication, accelerates…

[Editor’s Note: Follow the Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] The UAE has designated 21 individuals and entities on its Local Terrorist List over their links to Lebanon’s Hezbollah. The designation was issued pursuant to Cabinet Resolution No. 63 of 2026, under which the UAE Cabinet approved the inclusion of 16 individuals and five entities on the approved list of individuals and organisations supporting terrorism (Local Terrorist List), in accordance with the UAE’s relevant laws and regulations. The move forms part of the UAE’s ongoing efforts, both domestically and internationally, to disrupt…

MAKKAH — The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Project for the Utilization of Hady and Adahi (Adahi) announced the availability of purchasing Hady vouchers for 2026 Hajj Season at a unified price of SR720 per voucher through a package of approved official channels. This is aimed at facilitating the performance of rituals for pilgrims and beneficiaries inside and outside the Kingdom through a reliable and organized process that ensures implementation of operations according to the highest Shariah, health, and organizational standards. Approved purchase channels include Adahi, Nusuk, and Ehsan platforms, in addition to Saudi National Bank, Banque Saudi Fransi, Al Rajhi…

LONDON — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan met with Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs of the United Kingdom Yvette Cooper in London on Tuesday. During the meeting, they reviewed bilateral relations between the two friendly countries. The ministers discussed the latest developments in the Middle East region and their security and economic repercussions. Prince Faisal and Cooper stressed the need for concerted efforts to advance stability and peace in the region. They emphasized the importance of ensuring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and rejecting its use as a tool…