Author: Editorial team
SHARJAH, 5th September, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah (UOS), received a number of graduates who earned a joint PhD in Molecular Medicine and Translational Research through the joint PhD programme between the University of Sharjah and the German University of Lübeck, at his office at the university. H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed welcomed the graduates, commending them for their efforts and academic achievements. He emphasised that such international partnerships enhance the University’s research and academic standing and provide PhD students with opportunities…
AJMAN, 5th September, 2026 (WAM) — The Ajman Department of Tourism, Culture and Media concluded its promotional roadshow in India, covering Mumbai, Chennai and Hyderabad, as part of its efforts to strengthen Ajman’s presence across priority international markets and deepen engagement with India’s travel and tourism sector. Throughout the roadshow, the Department held a series of B2B meetings and destination workshops with travel agents, tour operators and tourism partners, showcasing Ajman’s diverse tourism offering and exploring opportunities to develop programmes tailored to the interests of Indian travellers visiting the UAE. As part of its focus on translating partnerships into measurable…
AJMAN, 5th September, 2026 (WAM) — Sukoon Takaful and Ajman Bank have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic partnership aimed at providing Ajman Bank customers with access to sharia compliant takaful solutions that address their evolving protection and financial-planning needs. Combining Ajman Bank’s banking infrastructure and extensive market reach with Sukoon Takaful’s expertise in Takaful products, the collaboration promises a seamless and highly convenient customer experience. Ahmad Abu Shanab, Chief Executive Officer of Sukoon Takaful, said, “Our partnership with Ajman Bank represents an important step in expanding access to Sharia-compliant Takaful solutions. By combining our expertise…
KATHMANDU, 6th September, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Search and Rescue Team has begun its field operations in the Rasuwa area of the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal, as part of the UAE’s humanitarian efforts to support the Nepalese authorities in search and rescue operations and in responding to the aftermath of the devastating floods that struck the country. The team is working in direct coordination with the relevant Nepalese authorities, deploying its search and rescue capabilities to affected sites in the Rasuwa area. It is conducting search and field-survey operations using advanced equipment and technologies, in addition to deploying…
AJMAN, 6th September, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of the Executive Council, affirmed that the impact of the 45 years since H.H. Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, assumed the reins of government in the emirate cannot be measured solely by what Ajman has achieved. ”Rather, it is reflected in the confidence that has become firmly rooted in people’s lives, the sense of responsibility embedded within its institutions, and the approach to work and future planning that has become an integral part…
ABU DHABI, 6th September, 2026 (WAM) — President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, 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 Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, sent cables of condolences to Massoud Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Democratic Party, expressing their sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Abdulwahid Ibrahim Sheikh Abdul Salam Barzani, the eldest brother of the Barzani family. The UAE leaders also dispatched similar cables to Nechirvan Barzani, President…
GAZA, 6th September, 2026 (WAM) — Five UAE aid convoys entered the Gaza Strip this week, comprising 66 trucks carrying 533 tonnes of humanitarian assistance, as part of ”Operation Chivalrous Knight 3” and the UAE’s ongoing humanitarian efforts to support the Palestinian people and meet their basic needs. The convoys included food supplies, food parcels, as well as shelter materials, helping to meet the basic needs of Palestinians and strengthen the humanitarian response inside the Gaza Strip. The Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 team continues to prepare aid convoys through the UAE Humanitarian Aid Logistics Centre in the city of Al…
SHARJAH, 6th September, 2026 (WAM) — Institutional communication systems are evolving at an accelerating pace. Their effectiveness is no longer measured solely by the number of channels or the scale of their digital presence, but by their ability to bring together strategy, technology, data and teams within a communication structure that responds to audiences, keeps pace with change and supports institutional objectives. Building on this concept, the Innovation in Integrated Communication System category, part of the 13th edition of the Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA), highlights the experiences of government entities, international organisations, and public and semi-government institutions that have…
DUBAI, 6th September, 2026 (WAM) — Salik Company PJSC, the exclusive operator of Dubai’s road toll gates, announced the renewal of its five-year contract with TransCore, a leading US-based tolling company, strengthening the continued strategic partnership between the two parties and supporting the ongoing efficiency and technological development of Dubai’s tolling system. Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Salik, witnessed the renewal of the partnership, which was signed by Ibrahim Al Haddad, Chief Executive Officer of Salik, and Whitt Hall, Chief Executive Officer of TransCore, alongside several officials from both sides. The contract builds on the…
More than 700 students at a Dubai school were given the chance to learn from international cricketers as the ACC Women’s Asia Cup Trophy Tour arrived on campus. Arcadia Global School in Al Furjan welcomed women’s national team players from the UAE, Hong Kong and Thailand on September 4, giving pupils in Years 5, 6 and 7 a closer look at the sport and the work required to compete professionally. The visit included an interactive question-and-answer session with the players, a cricket quiz and games. Students also joined the athletes for batting, bowling and fielding sessions using the school’s cricket…