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JAKARTA, 9th July, 2026 (WAM) — Dr. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Defence, Interior, and Foreign Affairs Committee at the Federal National Council (FNC), has met with Utut Adianto, Chairman, Commission I — Defence, Foreign Affairs, Communication and Information, and Intelligence at the House of Representatives of Indonesia (DPR RI), to discuss ways to strengthen parliamentary cooperation between the two legislatures. The meeting, attended by Abdulla Salem AlDhaheri, UAE Ambassador to Indonesia, underscored the importance of expanding parliamentary cooperation through the exchange of expertise and closer coordination in regional and international parliamentary forums on issues of mutual interest.…
Dana Adel Al Zarouni has been named the UAE champion of the 10th edition of the Arab Reading Challenge, following a ceremony held at the Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo Dubai. The 12-year-old Emirati student rose above more than 830,000 participants from schools across the UAE to the title, the highest national participation ever recorded in the initiative’s history. Dana Adel Al Zarouni from Al Ittihad National Private School- Abu Dhabi, will now go on to compete for the overall Arab Reading Challenge title. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The winner was celebrated…
After becoming the first Emirati orchestra to perform at several of the world’s leading concert venues during a tour of Vienna, Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has praised the National Youth Orchestra Dubai and its Strings Camerata Orchestra for their historic achievement. In a post shared on Wednesday, July 8, Sheikha Latifa said she was proud of what the orchestra had achieved, describing the performances as another milestone in its journey of international success. “We are proud of what the National Youth Orchestra Dubai and its Strings Camerata Orchestra have achieved during their Vienna tour, becoming the first…
ABU DHABI, 9th July, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, visited Salem Al Shuaibi Gold & Jewellery Factory at KEZAD in Abu Dhabi, where he toured the facility and was briefed on its advanced production lines, gold and jewellery design, manufacturing and finishing processes, as well as its smart operational systems. The visit underscores Sheikh Nahyan’s continued commitment to supporting the industrial sector, promoting advanced manufacturing, and encouraging national projects that strengthen the UAE’s position as a global hub for industry and innovation. Upon his arrival, Sheikh Nahyan was welcomed by Salem…
As OMODA & JAECOO continues accelerating its expansion in the UAE, the brand has reached another significant global milestone with the JAECOO J7 ranking as the No.1 in the UK during the January-May period this year, highlighting the growing international recognition of its self-developed Super Hybrid System (SHS) technology. The achievement comes as OMODA & JAECOO continues building strong momentum across the UAE, where the brand has surpassed 5,000 vehicle sales since entering the market. Supported by a rapidly expanding retail network, including the recently opened flagship showroom at Oasis Mall on Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai, dedicated regional operations…
Over 900 counterfeit products have been seized in Fujairah since the start of this year, as the emirate’s municipality carried out inspection campaigns. The confiscated counterfeit products include luxury brands and items like clothing and footwear. The authority revealed legal action has been taken against the violators, reaffirming its commitment to protecting consumers and preventing the circulation of counterfeit goods in the market. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The first campaign, that took place in January 2026, led to the seizure and confiscation of a number of counterfeit trademarked products. Meanwhile, the…
EDMONTON, Alberta, 9th July, 2026 (WAM) — Facebook and Instagram parent Meta said Wednesday it will invest more than US$9.1 billion to build its first artificial intelligence data centre in Canada and its largest outside the United States. The facility will be built in Sturgeon County, Alberta, and powered by a natural gas-fired plant. Meta said the data centre will use a closed-loop cooling system that won’t draw water from surrounding sources. The company also plans to invest US$42 million in local infrastructure, including roads and water systems. Source: Emirates News Agency
SHARJAH, 8th July, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Maritime Academy (SMA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Seamaster Maritime Group in a strategic step aimed at strengthening cooperation in maritime education and training, developing national talent, and expanding practical learning opportunities for students to better align academic outcomes with the evolving needs of the maritime industry. The MoU was signed by Dr. Hashim Abdullah Bin Sarhan Al Zaabi, Chancellor of Sharjah Maritime Academy, and Ramee Rashid, Director of Seamaster Maritime Group, reflecting both parties’ commitment to fostering stronger collaboration between academia and industry while supporting the development of a…
WORLD CAPITALS, 9th July, 2026 (WAM) — The US dollar held firm against most major currencies on Thursday. The US dollar index, which measures the currency against a basket of six peers, was little changed at 100.96. The dollar fetched 162.41 yen, hovering near the strongest level since 1st July. The euro and the British pound were largely flat and traded at $1.1426 and $1.3392, respectively. The New Zealand dollar remained well bid after the previous day’s rate hike and the central bank’s hawkish stance, extending its gains by 0.5 percent to $0.5725. The Australian dollar added 0.1 percent at…
The offices of Alhind Global Services in various parts of the UAE wear a deserted look as the rollout of the Indian consular services drag on due to a legal battle. As of July 1, these offices should have been bustling with a flurry of activity. However, the issue is delaying the operator’s takeover of the outsourcing services. A visit to the company’s CPV application centre in UW mall showed an empty office where staff ran simulations of token numbers and waiting times. Waiting chairs, as well as more than half the staff desks, lay empty at the largest of…