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UAE President arrives in Georgia on official visit
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has arrived in Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, for an official visit.
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Abu Dhabi's Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) has successfully overseen a trial for parcel delivery using drones, in partnership with AI-driven logistics firm LODD Autonomous.
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UN must remain mankind's 'hope' for next 80 years: H.H. Sheikh Mohammed
In his message to mark 80 years of the United Nations, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, underscored the importance of the UN Charter in "upholding peace and security".
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UAE extradites fugitive to France over fraud and money laundering charges
The UAE has extradited a fugitive to France following their arrest by Dubai Police, acting on an Interpol Red Notice.
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H.H. Sheikh Mohammed: UAE to keep raising the bar in government performance
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, met with his core team during an annual gathering at the Museum of the Future.
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Abu Dhabi Crown Prince attends UAE Day celebrations at Expo Osaka
His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has praised the role Emirati youth play at Expo 2025 Osaka, calling them “ambassadors of Emirati identity” who are vital to "strengthening intercultural dialogue".
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UAE supports clean energy advancements during nuclear conference
The UAE has stressed on its commitment in supporting international efforts to advance clean energy during the ministerial Roadmap to New Nuclear conference held at Paris on Wednesday.
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MBRSC, French space agency strengthen collaboration on Rashid Rover 2
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) is strengthening its partnership with France’s national space agency, CNES, as preparations ramp up for the Emirates Lunar Mission’s Rashid Rover 2, set to launch to the Moon in 2026.
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Dubai Police issue alert over Global Village VIP ticket scams
Dubai Police are warning the public about fake links circulating online and on social media, falsely promoting Global Village VIP packs at discounted prices.
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Abu Dhabi Crown Prince meets Governor of Kyoto Prefecture
His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has met with Takatoshi Nishiwaki, Governor of Kyoto Prefecture, during his visit to Japan to attend the UAE Day celebration at Expo 2025 Osaka.
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UAE cabinet approves economic clusters plan, government meetings agenda
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, chaired a cabinet meeting at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi, where several key decisions were approved.
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UAE evacuates 119 patients from Gaza in latest humanitarian mission
The UAE has conducted a new medical evacuation from Gaza, airlifting 119 patients and injured individuals, along with their family members, in coordination with the World Health Organisation.
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UAE supports roadmap agreement to resolve crisis in Syria's Sweida
The UAE has welcomed Syria's announcement on reaching a roadmap to resolve the crisis in Sweida governorate, commending the efforts of Jordan and the US in achieving this outcome.
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Eid Al Etihad team invites UAE-based artists to shape creative merchandise
The Eid Al Etihad Team has announced an open call for artists, designers, creative businesses, and manufacturers across the UAE to create official merchandise for the 54th Eid Al Etihad.
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Over 1,300 abandoned vehicles removed across Dubai
More than 1,300 abandoned vehicles and equipment were removed across Dubai in the first half of 2025.
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UAE calls Israeli strikes on Qatar a threat to GCC at UN Council debate
The UAE has reaffirmed its solidarity with Qatar, strongly condemning the Israeli attack on Doha and reiterating its support in confronting all threats to its security and stability during an urgent debate of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva.
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Battery-swap stations to drive greener delivery transport in Dubai
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced plans to install battery-swapping stations for electric bikes across key locations in the emirate.
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UAE, Azerbaijan seal strategic partnership
The UAE and Azerbaijan have taken a major step forward in their bilateral relations, announcing a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during a high-level meeting in Karabakh.
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H.H. Sheikh Hamdan: Dubai aims for global best in community protection
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has directed Dubai Civil Defence to meet the highest global standards in community protection.
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UAE President arrives in Azerbaijan on official visit
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has landed in the Karabakh region as he begins an official visit to Azerbaijan.
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UAE President arrives in Georgia on official visit
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has arrived in Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, for an official visit.
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Abu Dhabi trials drone parcel delivery in smart mobility push
Abu Dhabi's Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) has successfully overseen a trial for parcel delivery using drones, in partnership with AI-driven logistics firm LODD Autonomous.
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UN must remain mankind's 'hope' for next 80 years: H.H. Sheikh Mohammed
In his message to mark 80 years of the United Nations, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, underscored the importance of the UN Charter in "upholding peace and security".
