UAE News
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed and NATO Secretary-General discuss cooperation
26 Feb 2017
WAM -- H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, met with Jens Stoltenberg, Secretary-General of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation, NATO, yesterday in the Belgian capital, Brussels.
During the meeting, the parties reviewed means of boosting cooperation relations between NATO and the UAE as well as discussing a number of issues of common concern.
Sheikh Abdullah stressed the UAE's interest in developing cooperation... Read More
DMCA to showcase advanced smart maritime services at Dubai International Boat Show
26 Feb 2017
WAM -- Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA), the government authority charged with regulating, coordinating and supervising all aspects of the emirate’s maritime sector, will be presenting an integrated portfolio of the maritime licensing services at the Dubai International Boat Show 2017.
The event will kick off on February 28 and will run till March 4 at the Dubai International Marine Club, Mina Seyahi in Dubai.
This move reinforces its commitment to facilitate the procedures... Read More
Mariah carries away her audience at 15th Emirates Airline Dubai Jazz Festival!
26 Feb 2017
Mariah Carey owned the stage of Emirates Airline Dubai Jazz Festival on its second night. Fans who were eagerly anticipating her concert on Thursday, February 23rd witnessed the award-winning singer, songwriter and record producer perform her classic hits including “Hero”, “We Belong Together” and “Always be my Baby” and her new song “I don’t”. The superstar, who wore a sparkly ensemble by LaBourjoisie, also honored George Michael with a poignant tribute of “One More Try”.
Opening for... Read More
13th Dubai International Horse Fair returns 16th to 18th March at DWTC
23 Feb 2017
WAM -- The 13th Dubai International Horse Fair, held alongside the 14th Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship, will return next month to the region’s booming market for racing, endurance, recreational riding and show jumping products.
The horse fair will be held from 16th to 18th March at Dubai World Trade Centre, under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and the UAE Minister of Finance.
More than 10,000 buyers,... Read More
Abu Dhabi-based company launches first 'Made in UAE' blast and bullet resistance glass at IDEX 2017
23 Feb 2017
WAM -- Abu Dhabi-based Al Heya Special Glass Factory launched its first 'Made in UAE' blast and bullet resistance glass at IDEX this week, hoping to catch the GCC and MENA region markets through its maiden appearance.
The company briefed visitors to its stand on tests carried out last month to check the endurance of the glass, describing how it sustained the impact from a 40 calibre round fired from a range of 10 metres.
Abdullah Al Mansoori, owner of the company, told WAM that... Read More
Cyclists from Turkmenistan held a training camp in the UAE
23 Feb 2017
In preparation for the V Asian Indoors and Martial Arts Games, the national cycling team of Turkmenistan held training camp in the United Arab Emirates.
During the period of 15-23 February 2017, at the invitation of the UAE Cycling Federation and with the assistance of the Embassy of Turkmenistan, Turkmenistan national cycling team held training camp in the Emirate of Sharjah.
Athletes under the guidance of a worldwide recognized well experienced coach from Russian Albert... Read More
HH Sheikh Mohammed tasks MBRSC to lead Mars 2117 project
23 Feb 2017
WAM -- Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, issued directives to Mohammad Bin Rashid Space Centre, MBRSC, to lead the Mars 2117 project and prepare a 100-year plan for its implementation.
As per his directives, the centre’s plan will focus on preparing specialised national cadres and developing their capabilities in the fields of space science, research, artificial intelligence, robotics and advanced space... Read More
Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi praises national defence industry's progress while touring 13th IDEX
23 Feb 2017
WAM -- His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, today praised the national defence industry for making significant progress and becoming a significant source of support for the UAE Armed Forces.
He made the remark during a tour to 13th International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2017) where he visited the stands of a number of national, Arab and foreign defence companies.
"The... Read More
Day 4 of IDEX 2017 witnesses UAE Armed Forces sign deals worth over AED 3.4 billion
23 Feb 2017
WAM -- Staff Brigadier-General Rashid Mohammed Al Shamsi, Official Spokesperson of IDEX 2017, announced 20 new deals worth over AED 3.4 billion at a press conference on day four of the 13th edition of the International Defence Exhibition and Conference, IDEX 2017.
The national companies were awarded 13 deals, while the remaining seven deals went to international companies. The press conference, held at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, was attended by Naval Staff Colonel Fahed... Read More
DDF ambassador Zhang Shuai enjoys herself at the WTA Players' Party at Jumeirah Creekside Hotel
23 Feb 2017
Some of the world’s top female tennis players enjoyed the annual Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships WTA Players’ Party last night – one of the highlights of WTA week. Agnieszka Radwanska, Caroline Wozniacki, Monica Puig, Elena Vesnina and Zhang Shuai were among the crowd that mingled with Dubai Duty Free dignitaries, guests and the tournament organisers. Guests were treated to fantastic entertainment and Arabic-themed hospitality at the Gardens at Jumeirah Creekside Hotel.
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