Author: Editorial team
ABU DHABI, 4th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Finance announced that the credit rating agency Moody’s Ratings (Moody’s) has completed a periodic review of the ratings of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on 30 March 2026. The review reassessed the appropriateness of the current rating, which remains unchanged at Aa2 with a stable outlook, reflecting continued global confidence in the strength of the UAE’s economy and the sustainability of its fiscal policies, despite ongoing regional geopolitical tensions. Moody’s clarified that this periodic review does not constitute a credit rating action, but reflects its ongoing assessment of the UAE’s…
ABU DHABI, 4th April, 2026 (WAM) — The number of orphans who have benefited from the Emirates Red Crescent’s sponsorship programme since its launch 40 years ago has reached 326,971 across dozens of countries worldwide. Currently, the ERC sponsors 122,576 orphans within the UAE and in 22 other countries, according to a report issued by the ERC ahead of the World Orphans Day, which is observed on 20th April every year. The orphan sponsorship programme began in 1986 and is a distinctive initiative of the ERC compared to other Red Cross and Red Crescent organisations. The programme has received strong…
UAE residents can expect light rainfall on Sunday (April 5), according to National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Weather conditions will be partly cloudy to cloudy at times, with a probability of light rainfall over islands and some coastal and northern areas. Temperatures in Dubai will drop to as low as 20ºC, while Abu Dhabi will see lows of 21ºC. Stay u Winds will be light to moderate southeasterly, turning northwesterly and freshening at night over the sea, with a speed of 15-25kmph and will reach up to 40kmph. The sea will be slight to moderate, gradually becoming rough by night…
AJMAN, 4th April, 2026 (WAM) — The International Charity Organisation (ICO) has launched its “Their Health is a Trust” campaign for 2026, with the aim of implementing projects exceeding AED 6 million. Dr. Khalid Al-Khaja, Secretary-General of the ICO, said that these projects include treating 200 medical cases inside and outside the UAE, building dozens of health centres in poor areas, and providing medical equipment and devices to hospitals and clinics in the most needy areas around the world. He added that the organisation is keen to see the campaign act as a gateway of hope for many poor communities,…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] UAE air defences have engaged 23 ballistic missiles and 56 drones launched from Iran on April 4, the Ministry of Defence said, as death toll in the country stands at 13. Since the start of the Iranian aggression on the country, 217 injuries have been recorded, with wounds ranging from minor to moderate and severe. The injured included nationals of the UAE, Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia, the Philippines, Pakistan, Iran, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Azerbaijan, Yemen, Uganda, Eritrea, Lebanon, Afghanistan, Bahrain, Comoros, Türkiye, Iraq, Nepal, Nigeria, Oman, Jordan,…
ABU DHABI, 4th April, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of Sheikh Zayed bin Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Abu Dhabi Global Entrepreneurship Festival 2026 will be held from 20 to 22 April at the Abu Dhabi Energy Centre, reflecting the emirate’s strategic direction to strengthen a knowledge- and innovation-based economy and consolidate its position as a global hub for entrepreneurship. The festival is organised in line with Abu Dhabi’s economic vision aimed at supporting economic diversification by providing a stimulating business environment capable of keeping pace with rapid global economic transformations. The event serves as a platform bringing…
DUBAI, 4th April, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Sailing and Modern Rowing Federation has selected five sailors for an overseas training camp in Morocco as part of preparations for the Asian Beach Games in China from 19th to 30th April. The federation said the camp, being held at the National Sailing Centre in Mohammedia, will run until 16th April and aims to enhance the athletes’ technical and physical readiness ahead of the competition. The national team roster includes Abdullah Al Zabidi, Dhuha Al Bishr, Marwa Al Hammadi, Alyazia Al Hammadi, and Sultan Al Owais. The training programme is focused on…
Motorists are advised of temporary traffic diversions in Dubai this week due to scheduled roadworks. A traffic diversion will be in place on Al Khaleej Street, between Cairo Street Roundabout and Al Wahida Street Roundabout (landside towards Al Mamzar), from 12am on Sunday, April 5, until 5am on Monday, April 6. The diversion will be in place as part of scheduled roadworks taking place in the area. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels In addition, RTA has announced a temporary diversion at the surface intersection of Hessa Street and First Al Khail Street…
NAIROBI, 4th April, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE participated in the consultative meeting of the Asia-Pacific Group with the Executive Director of the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), held in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, with the participation of representatives from member states and diplomatic missions. This participation reflects the UAE’s commitment to strengthening its active presence in international forums focused on sustainable urban development, and to supporting global efforts aimed at advancing cities and enhancing quality of life, in line with the objectives of the global urban agenda. The meeting discussed the strategic priorities of UN-Habitat and reviewed…
ABU DHABI, 4th April, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received His Excellency Félix Tshisekedi, President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, who is on a working visit to the UAE. During the meeting, the two sides discussed cooperation, particularly in the economic and development fields, and opportunities to advance ties in a manner that supports their development priorities and mutual interests and benefits their peoples under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between the two countries. The meeting also addressed developments in the Middle East and their serious implications for regional and…