Local News from Wednesday, August 12th, 2026

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held talks with Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa during his fraternal visit to the UAE.

The UAE has proposed five priorities to strengthen education cooperation among BRICS countries.

Abu Dhabi Customs is warning customers to beware of fraudulent messages impersonating the authority and using official-looking language to appear genuine.

On International Youth Day, the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has unveiled silver commemorative coins in recognition of the pivotal role that young people play in shaping the country's future.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Yusuff Ali, Chairman of LuLu Group International, during a store visit in Abu Dhabi, expressing his appreciation for the group's initiatives in serving the UAE community.

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has approved 470 scholarships for students worldwide to enroll at Al Qasimia University during the 2026-2027 academic year.

The UAE's mobile medical clinic, operating under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, has continued to provide healthcare services to residents and displaced Palestinians across the Gaza Strip.

Marking International Youth Day, UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has led messages emphasising the central role young people play in "achieving a future in which opportunity can grow for all".