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ABU DHABI, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Award for Agricultural Excellence serves as a strategic national initiative designed to transform the agricultural sector by embedding a culture of innovation and sustainability to bolster food security. Now in its fourth cycle, the award has established itself as an integrated platform for farmers, livestock producers, and supporting institutions, encouraging the adoption of advanced technologies to improve production efficiency and the quality of local products. The 2025–2026 edition has achieved significant momentum through five specialised festivals held at the Sheikh Zayed Festival in Al Wathba, covering agriculture, livestock,…

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs of India. Jaishankar conveyed greetings from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with wishes for the UAE’s continued security and prosperity. Sheikh Mohamed asked that his greetings be passed on to Modi, wishing further progress for India and its people. The two sides reviewed cooperation under key agreements between the UAE and India, including Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between the two countries. They also explored ways to strengthen ties in line with shared priorities. Stay up to date…

BEIJING, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has arrived in Beijing, starting an official visit to the People’s Republic of China aimed at further strengthening bilateral ties and advancing cooperation across key priority sectors. The visit underscores the shared commitment of the UAE and China to deepening their comprehensive strategic partnership and unlocking new opportunities for development and economic cooperation. It also reflects a joint focus on expanding investment in high-potential sectors, in line with evolving regional and global market dynamics. Furthermore, the visit reinforces the UAE…

Dubai Municipality announced on Sunday, April 12, it completed the first phase of the ‘Sewerage and Stormwater Network Development Project in Al Quoz Creative Zone’. The phase has been completed at a cost of Dh250 out of a total of Dh500-million investment. The project aims to develop an integrated, adaptable, and sustainable sewerage and stormwater system serving Al Quoz Industrial Areas 1, 2, 3, and 4, as well as the area located between Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. It spans a total area of 1,600…

SHARJAH, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) is continuing to implement its ambitious projects to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of its power transmission network. The authority has achieved strategic qualitative milestones during 2025 as part of its plan to improve the efficiency of the electricity network and strengthen its reliability and sustainability in line with the highest approved technical standards. Among the key achievements was the completion and commissioning of eight electricity transmission and distribution substations operating at 33/11 kV with high operational efficiency. Work is also continuing on 15 additional projects within…

SHARJAH, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) held an expanded meeting with the Shopping Malls Sector Business Group operating under its umbrella to discuss plans for developing the sector and enhancing its investment appeal. Discussions focused on upgrading service systems in shopping malls in line with Sharjah’s strategic directions for sustainable economic development and boosting domestic tourism. The agenda centered on strategic priorities to elevate sector competitiveness and reinforce Sharjah’s position as a leading regional destination for shopping and entertainment. The meeting, held at the Chamber’s headquarters, was attended by Dr Fatema Khalifa…

UAE residents can expect rains in some areas on Monday (April 13), according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The weather will be partly cloudy to cloudy at times, with a chance of light rain over eastern and southern areas during the day, alongside a slight rise in temperatures. In Dubai and Abu Dhabi, temperatures see lows of 21ºC and highs of 29ºC, while some parts of the country could see temperatures climb up to 34ºC. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. It will be humid by night and Tuesday morning over…

ABU DHABI, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, attended Easter celebrations at St Anthony Cathedral of the Egyptian Coptic Orthodox Church in Abu Dhabi, in the presence of Essam Ashour, Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to the UAE, alongside members of the Egyptian community and diplomatic and social figures. The attendance reflects the UAE’s commitment to sharing the celebrations of different religious communities and promoting coexistence, tolerance and human understanding. In his remarks, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak said, “I am pleased to be with you tonight at your…

DUBAI, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chambers held a meeting with the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) Shanghai to explore ways to strengthen economic ties and enhance trade and investment cooperation between the business communities in Dubai and China. The meeting was attended by Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, and Yang Dongsheng, Vice Chairman of CCPIT Shanghai. The discussions focused on deepening bilateral cooperation across key sectors that offer promising opportunities for companies in both markets, particularly within the digital economy. Mohammad Lootah said: “Dubai and China share a dynamic…

ABU DHABI, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — Frontline healthcare workers from Burjeel Holdings, in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, have set a new Guinness World Record for the largest number of nationalities participating in carrying a UAE flag banner bearing the slogan “Our Nation, Our Heartbeat”, with the participation of 64 nationalities. The initiative took place yesterday on Hudayriyat Island as part of the closing ceremony of the annual Burjeel Games, organised in cooperation with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council under the theme “Our Nation, Our Heartbeat”, inspired by the leadership’s directives to promote unity and raise the…