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Driver arrested in Sharjah for 137 violations, AED 104,000 in fines
Sharjah Police have arrested a motorist who racked up 137 traffic violations and fines totalling over AED 104,000, all while using forged licence plates to evade detection.
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Putin praises UAE for prisoner swap mediation
The UAE's President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin have held a phone call to discuss ways to strengthen ties under their countries’ strategic partnership.
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H.H. Sheikh Mohammed hails UAE’s rising role in global tourism
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, toured the Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which wrapped up on Thursday at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
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Dubai adopts advanced analytics for smarter marine transport
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is rolling out an upgraded seasonal plan for its marine transport services, starting May 2.
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UAE's Saif bin Zayed wraps up visit to Russia with meeting with Putin
Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, has met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow at the end of his official visit to Russia.
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UAE, Lebanon to ease travel restrictions
The UAE and Lebanon have agreed to ease travel restrictions between the countries.
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Variable Salik rates reduces Sheikh Zayed Road traffic by 9%
The introduction of variable Salik rates from January this year has helped reduce traffic flow on Sheikh Zayed Road by 9 per cent, new data released by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has revealed.
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UAE accuses Sudanese Armed Forces of misusing UN platforms
The UAE issued a strong statement accusing the Sudanese Armed Forces' (SAF) of exploiting the UN Security Council platform to disseminate disinformation.
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UAE President holds talks with Lebanese leader Joseph Aoun
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held talks with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday, in his first official visit to the country since taking office.
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UAE authorities conduct air ambulance mission in Oman
Emirati authorities carried out an air ambulance mission for an injured person who "suffered a sudden health problem" in Oman, it was announced on Wednesday.
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UAE President meets Ecuadorian leader in Abu Dhabi
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the President of the Republic of Ecuador, Daniel Noboa, met on Wednesday to discuss strengthening cooperation in economy, trade, renewable energy, sustainability, investment, tourism, and agriculture.
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UAE stops attempt to smuggle weapons to Sudanese Armed Forces
The UAE security services have foiled an attempt to smuggle weapons and military equipment to the Sudanese Armed Forces through an airport in the country.
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UAE issues heat alert as temperatures set to hit 46°C
Residents have been urged to avoid direct exposure to sun as temperatures are set to hit highs of 46 degree Celsius over the next six days.
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UAE human rights institution receives UN delegation
A delegation from the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) was briefed on the latest initiatives of the National Human Rights Institution (NHRI) during an official visit to its headquarters in Abu Dhabi.
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UAE fuel prices announced for May
Motorists in the UAE will be paying slightly more for petrol in May, the UAE Fuel Price Committee confirmed on Wednesday.
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UAE President meets Dubai's Crown Prince and First Deputy Ruler
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan focused on "citizens' wellbeing" during talks with His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence.
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Sheikh Abdullah calls for dialogue in separate talks with India, Pakistan ministers
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has stressed that dialogue remains the most effective path to achieving peace during separate calls with his counterparts in India and Pakistan.
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UAE offers relief to businesses with corporate tax penalty waiver
A new initiative by the Ministry of Finance (MoF) and the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) waives administrative penalties for corporate taxpayers and some exempt entities who missed their tax registration deadline.
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UAE foundation pledges $125M to improve maternal, newborn survival in Africa
The Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity has announced the launch of an initiative to improve maternal and newborn survival in Africa with a grant of $125 million (around AED 459 million).
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UAE President congratulates Canada's Mark Carney on election victory
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has congratulated Mark Carney on Liberal Party securing a fourth term in the Canadian federal elections.
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Driver arrested in Sharjah for 137 violations, AED 104,000 in fines
Sharjah Police have arrested a motorist who racked up 137 traffic violations and fines totalling over AED 104,000, all while using forged licence plates to evade detection.
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Putin praises UAE for prisoner swap mediation
The UAE's President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin have held a phone call to discuss ways to strengthen ties under their countries’ strategic partnership.
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H.H. Sheikh Mohammed hails UAE’s rising role in global tourism
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, toured the Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which wrapped up on Thursday at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
