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AL AIN, 18th June, 2026 (WAM) — United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) has advanced to 217th place globally in the QS World University Rankings 2027, marking an improvement of 12 positions compared to the previous edition and a rise of 79 places over the past five years. The achievement coincides with the university’s 50th anniversary, highlighting five decades of contributions to education, research and national development. The latest edition of the QS rankings evaluated more than 1,500 universities across 106 higher education systems worldwide, including 12 institutions from the UAE. The rankings reaffirmed UAEU’s position as the UAE’s leading national…

The UAE has announced a 30-day grace period for individuals who were previously exempted from visa overstay fines due to regional flight disruptions. The grace period, which began on June 10, 2026, will remain in effect until July 9, 2026, the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) said. This initiative gives eligible individuals a final opportunity to either regularise their legal status and continue living and working in the UAE, or depart the country without incurring penalties. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The authority stated that this decision…

SHARJAH, 18th June, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK) will host the second edition of Sharjah Next under the theme Sustainability from 28th to 29th October 2026. Building on the success of its inaugural edition, the forum will continue its role as a global platform bringing together researchers, innovators, policymakers, investors and industry leaders to showcase advanced technologies and innovations that address future challenges and support sustainable economic and development opportunities. The two-day event will explore a range of sustainability-related topics through panel discussions, interactive workshops and collaborative sessions aimed at accelerating technology adoption and supporting…

DUBAI, 18th June, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Customs has won six prestigious international and regional awards and recognitions during 2025 and the first half of 2026 from the United States, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, India and the Arab region, in recognition of its excellence in corporate communication, sustainability, social responsibility and institutional innovation. The achievements included winning the Harvard Business Council Award 2025 in the United States in the categories of Sustainable Business Model and Corporate Communication in Business, in addition to receiving a five-star rating in the International Best Practices Competition 2025 in New Zealand for an innovative…

Paris, 18th June May, 2026 (WAM) — With just one day remaining at Eurosatory 2026, the UAE Pavilion has established itself as a premier destination for defence industry leaders and military delegations, attracting high-level visits throughout the week that underscore the UAE’s growing stature as a strategic partner in the global defence landscape. Supported by the UAE Ministry of Defence (MOD) and the Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement, and organised by ADNEC Group, a Modon company, the pavilion has served as a unified showcase of the UAE’s defence capabilities throughout the week, bringing together leading national defence entities under one…

UAE Minister of Justice Abdullah bin Sultan bin Awad Al Nuaimi and Belgian Justice Minister Annelies Verlinden held a phone call on Thursday regarding the extradition of three individuals wanted by the Belgian authorities. The suspects were subject to Red Notices issued by the International Criminal Police Organisation (Interpol) on charges related to money laundering, drug trafficking, and links to transnational organised criminal groups. The extraditions were carried out in accordance with the judicial rulings and decisions issued by the competent judicial authorities in the UAE and pursuant to the extradition treaty concluded between the UAE and Belgium.  The two…

SHARJAH, 18th June May, 2026 (WAM) — The University of Sharjah (UoS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Lootah BioFuels to strengthen cooperation in education, scientific research, environmental sustainability, and renewable energy, in support of the UAE’s drive toward a circular economy and lower carbon emissions. The agreement was signed at the University of Sharjah by Prof. Esameldin Agamy, Chancellor of the University of Sharjah, and Yusuf Saeed Lootah, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Lootah BioFuels. At the signing ceremony, Prof. Agamy expressed his delight at the partnership and praised the group’s commitment to renewable and sustainable…

ABU DHABI, 18th June May, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, has attended a reception hosted by the family of the late Saif Salem Saeed Al Neyadi for the marriage of his son, Nasser, to the daughter of Al Nekhaira Mohamed Rashed Al Shamsi, and by the family of Saeed Saif Salem Al Neyadi for the marriage of his son, Saif, to the daughter of Salem Rashid Mesfer Al Dhaheri. H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan congratulated the newlyweds…

DUBAI, 18th June May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Silicon Oasis, the special economic zone for knowledge and innovation and a member of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with noon Minutes, the quick-commerce arm of noon, the region’s leading technology-driven digital commerce platform. The agreement establishes a strategic framework for collaboration aimed at accelerating innovation, supporting entrepreneurship, and advancing the deployment of emerging technologies within DSO. The MoU was signed by Badr Buhannad, Director-General of Dubai Silicon Oasis, and Ali Kafil-Hussain, Chief Business Officer of noon. The agreement reflects…

DUBAI, 18th June, 2026 (WAM) — AD Ports Group today announced that Al Faya Dry Port has been assigned UN/LOCODE (AEALF) by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), further strengthening the port’s integration into the global multimodal trade and logistics ecosystem. The globally recognised UN/LOCODE system is used across the international shipping, logistics, and trade sectors to standardise location identification, facilitate customs processes, and enhance the efficiency of global supply chains. The issuance of UN/LOCODE (AEALF) establishes Al Faya Dry Port as an internationally recognised inland logistics hub, supporting more efficient cargo movement across interconnected ports, inland facilities,…