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Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] UAE has categorically denied reports published by certain international media outlets alleging the transfer of funds from the UAE to the Islamic Republic of Iran, including allegations concerning $3 billion. In a statement published by UAE’s official news agency Wam, the country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed that these allegations are entirely “false and unfounded,” stressing that no frozen Iranian funds have been released, transferred, or facilitated through the UAE. The Ministry also called on media outlets to exercise accuracy, rely on official…
ABU DHABI, 12th June, 2026 (WAM) — The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) and the World Bank Group signed an agreement to strengthen cooperation in the areas of financial inclusion, financial literacy, financial consumer protection and financial dispute resolution, as part of the ongoing cooperation between both parties. The signing was witnessed by Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the CBUAE, and Anna Bjerde, Managing Director of Operations at the World Bank Group, during a high-level meeting held at the CBUAE headquarters in Abu Dhabi. The two sides discussed a number of priority areas of cooperation, including financial literacy and…
AUKLAND, 13th June, 2026 (WAM) — Saeed Al Hajeri, Minister of State, met with Christopher Luxon, Prime Minister of New Zealand, on the sidelines of an official visit to New Zealand and his participation in the Fieldays event in Auckland. Fieldays is the largest agricultural and trade event in New Zealand and one of the leading exhibitions for agricultural innovation and technology across the Asia-Pacific region. Al Hajeri conveyed the greetings of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy…
More than four in five car repair workshops in Ras Al Khaimah are complying with consumer protection requirements, according to the results of a recent awareness campaign conducted by the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development (RAK DED). Inspectors visited 30 workshops and repair centres. They found that 81 per cent were properly documenting agreements with customers in line with approved procedures. However, 19 per cent of establishments were issued warnings for relying on verbal agreements or phone calls without formal written documentation outlining the rights and responsibilities of both parties. The campaign, titled ‘Know Your Rights,’ was launched…
SHARJAH, 12th June, 2026 (WAM) — The 57th edition of the Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show continues to attract strong visitor turnout and notable global participation at Expo Centre Sharjah, reinforcing its position as a leading gold and jewellery trade event. The exhibition, which will run until 14 June, brings together 400 exhibitors, including representatives from 11 international markets. It features five major international pavilions from Italy, India, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Thailand, providing visitors with access to a broad spectrum of design philosophies, craftsmanship traditions, and premium collections that combine European elegance with Asian luxury. The international pavilions…
ABU DHABI, 12th June, 2026 (WAM) — Today, Etihad Airways partners with the Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) Abu Dhabi to provide complimentary medical travel insurance with The National Insurance Company – Daman, to all international visitors arriving in Abu Dhabi on Etihad-operated flights. The initiative illustrates the ambition of both Etihad and DCT Abu Dhabi to meet travel demand to Abu Dhabi, with an offering that goes beyond the flight itself and ensuring every visitor arrives well-travelled and well-protected. Valid from July through December 2026, the insurance is underwritten and administered by The National Insurance Company – Daman,…
AUCKLAND, 13th June, 2026 (WAM) — Saeed Al Hajeri, Minister of State, has reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to deepening its partnership with New Zealand during a working visit from 10 to 12 June 2026. During the visit, Al Hajeri held a series of bilateral meetings with Winston Peters, Minister of Foreign Affairs; Todd McClay, Minister for Trade and Investment; Mark Mitchell, Minister of Police; and Simon Watts, Minister of Climate Change. The meetings underscored the strength and growing momentum of bilateral relations between the two countries. Discussions focused on enhancing cooperation across areas of mutual interest, particularly in priority sectors…
India’s National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced on Friday a few changes ahead of the National Eligibility Entrance Test undergraduate (NEET UG) re-examination which is scheduled to take place on Sunday, June 21, to ensure that it is conducted “in a manner that is fair, secure and responsive to the needs of candidates”. As part of these measures, the examination window has been extended to 195 minutes instead of the usual 180 minutes and will be from 2pm to 5.15pm. “This includes the time required for mandatory examination formalities such as signing of attendance sheets and other invigilation procedures,” NTA said. It…
DUBAI, 12th June, 2026 (WAM) — flydubai received three awards at the annual Aviation Achievement Awards. During last night’s ceremony, the carrier was named “Airline of the Year” and also received the “Trailblazer Award for Outstanding New Service Launch” and the “Best Airline Talent Development & Workforce Strategy” award. Receiving the awards on the carrier’s behalf were Francois Oberholzer, Chief Financial Officer at flydubai; Ramesh Anantharaman, Divisional Senior Vice President of Revenue Management & Business Effectiveness at flydubai; Mohamed Hassan, Senior Vice President of Airport Services & Cargo at flydubai; and Munawur Alhaj, Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition at flydubai.…
ABU DHABI, 13th June, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has categorically denied reports published by certain international media outlets alleging the transfer of funds from the UAE to the Islamic Republic of Iran, including allegations concerning USD 3 billion. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed that these allegations are entirely false and unfounded, stressing that no frozen Iranian funds have been released, transferred, or facilitated through the UAE. The Ministry also called on media outlets to exercise accuracy, rely on official sources, and refrain from publishing or circulating unverified information and unfounded allegations. Source: Emirates…