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RAS AL KHAIMAH, 19th October, 2026 (WAM) — Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) has achieved the Corporate Ethical Procurement and Supply Certification and Kitemark from the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS), becoming the first government authority in Ras Al Khaimah to receive this recognition. The achievement marks a significant milestone in RAKEZ’s ongoing procurement transformation journey and reflects its efforts to uphold ethical sourcing, responsible supplier management and internationally recognised standards across its operations. Awarded by CIPS, a leading global professional body for procurement and supply, the certification recognises organisations that demonstrate a strong commitment to ethical…
DUBAI, 19th October, 2026 (WAM) — DIP Holding Plc (DIP Holding), the owner of Dubai Investments Park (DIP), today announced its intention to list its shares on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) through an Initial Public Offering (IPO) comprising the sale by Dubai Investments PJSC (the “Selling Shareholder”) of existing ordinary shares representing 20 percent of DIP Holding’s issued share capital. DIP Holding is a DIFC-incorporated public company and the sole shareholder of Dubai Investments Park Development Company (DIPDC), operating DIP, a 23 million sqm infrastructure-like ground rent and services platform offering long-term infrastructure-enabled ground leases for tenants across logistics,…
ABU DHABI, 19th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) and M42, a global health leader powered by artificial intelligence, technology, and genomics, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to expand access to high-quality, integrated healthcare services for Ministry employees and their families, with a greater focus on prevention, early intervention, and overall wellbeing. The MoU was signed by Omar Obaid Alhesan Alshamsi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Dr. Ali Anees, Chief Operating Officer, UAE and Bahrain, Global Patient Care at M42. Under the agreement, M42 will leverage its integrated healthcare network and expertise…
Shah Rukh Khan has revealed the full lineup for UNIFYD, a new music festival set to take place in Abu Dhabi on March 20, 2027, featuring 15 artists across multiple stages. The one-day festival, curated by the Bollywood actor, will be held at Etihad Live on Yas Island, bringing together established singers and emerging performers from the Indian music industry. Arijit Singh and Karan Aujla, who were previously announced on Friday, will be joined by Sonu Nigam, who is set to perform a special set. The lineup also includes JONITA, Shalmali Kholgade, Patiala Mehfil and Simran Choudhary. Stay up to…
Abu Dhabi has ranks as the world’s sixth largest city market for branded residences, with 26 projects in the development pipeline, as the emirate accelerates its expansion into luxury residential properties, according to a new industry report.The inaugural annual report, The Brand Standard, published by specialist advisory firm Global Branded Residences (GBR), identified 31 branded residential projects in Abu Dhabi, including five completed developments and 26 planned or under development.The emirate’s pipeline ranks joint third globally alongside Cairo, behind only Dubai and Miami, highlighting Abu Dhabi’s growing position in the international luxury property market.One of the report’s most significant findings…
Red-hot Spaniard Eugenio Chacarra won his fourth DP World Tour title on Sunday with a two-shot victory in the weather-hit tournament in New Delhi.Chacarra, who won the Dutch Open and the Open d’Italia in June and Indian Open last year, finished on 21-under and moves to the top of the Race to Dubai rankings.Chacarra overtook the American Patrick Reed, who finished on eight-under at Delhi Golf Club.Six-time major champion Rory McIlroy, who had been in the hunt after the weather-disrupted first two days, is third in the Race to Dubai and finished tied 42nd at four-under.The 26-year-old Chacarra carded a…
ABU DHABI, 19th October, 2026 (WAM) — The fourth edition of the Forbes Middle East Sustainability Leaders Summit opened today in Abu Dhabi under the theme “Resilience for a Sustainable Future”, under the patronage of the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment. The two-day summit, held at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, brings together leading policymakers, business leaders, investors, entrepreneurs and experts from the region and around the world. The summit focuses on four key themes: “Global Leadership & Strategic Governance”; “AI, Digital Innovation & Future Economies”; “Impact, ESG & Sustainability Leadership”; and “Stewardship”, which focuses on creating long-term value by…
ABU DHABI, 19th October, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Community-Managed Virtual Authority, has issued a resolution appointing Marwah Fadel as the Authority’s first Director-General. His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, in implementation of the directives of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, recently issued a resolution establishing the Community-Managed Virtual Authority under the Presidential Court. The Authority draws inspiration from the approach of the UAE’s Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin…
ABU DHABI, 18th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed the latest regional developments and the situation in the Middle East during a phone call with Dr. Badr Abdelatty, Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptians Abroad. The two sides also discussed a number of issues of mutual interest related to the longstanding fraternal relations between the UAE and Egypt. Source: Emirates News Agency
ABU DHABI, 19th October, 2026 (WAM) — A United Arab Emirates delegation, led by Eng. Sharif Al Olama, Undersecretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, has concluded a five-day working visit to the People’s Republic of China. During the visit, the delegation held discussions with leading Chinese companies on opportunities to strengthen cooperation in advanced energy technologies, energy storage systems and electric mobility, while exploring investment and technology partnerships that support the development, efficiency and sustainability of the UAE’s energy and transport sectors. The delegation included representatives of Mubadala Investment Company, the Abu Dhabi…