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UAE waives residency and visa fines for Sudanese nationals
Sudanese nationals in the UAE will be exempt from paying outstanding residency or visa fines under a move by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP) to help them regularise their stay.
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Sheikh Abdullah welcomes ceasefire between India and Pakistan
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has welcomed the ceasefire between India and Pakistan, expressing hope that it contributes to enhancing security and stability in the region.
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UAE outlines two years of peace diplomacy for Sudan
The UAE has outlined its "sincere efforts" over the last two years to seek a civilian-led political solution in Sudan that protects innocents from "tragedy and humanitarian suffering".
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UAE airlines extend flight suspensions to Pakistan
UAE airlines have extended the suspension of flights to and from Pakistan, some until Tuesday, May 13, as the country shut its airspace due to cross-border tensions with India.
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Turkey honours Fatima bint Mubarak with 'Order of the Republic'
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has conferred the "Order of the Republic" title on UAE'S Mother f the Nation, H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, for her outstanding humanitarian and social contributions in the region and around the world.
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Abu Dhabi shuts four health facilities over sick leave scam
Abu Dhabi’s Department of Health has shut down four healthcare facilities for issuing false sick leave certificates in exchange for money.
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Dubai Police recover stolen supplies before owner notices theft
Dubai’s Al Raffa Police Station has returned AED 123,000 worth of stolen medical supplies to a shop owner, who had no idea the items were even missing.
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New regulation boosts Abu Dhabi’s response to environmental emergencies
Abu Dhabi is taking stronger action to protect the environment by introducing a regulation focused on environmental emergency preparedness and response.
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14 new housing projects and loans approved for Abu Dhabi citizens
Abu Dhabi has approved 14 integrated housing projects, worth AED 82.7 billion, in the capital for Emirati citizens.
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Dubai approves key policy reforms to enhance quality of life
A series of major policy reforms have been approved in Dubai, aimed at improving quality of life in line with the Dubai Social Agenda 33 and the Dubai Economic Agenda D33.
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UAE to build hospital in Aden to boost Yemen's healthcare
The UAE is set to build a hospital in Yemen's Aden to boost the healthcare sector in the country under a new agreement.
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UAE leaders congratulate Pope Leo XIV on historic election
UAE leaders have extended warm congratulations to the newly elected Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope of the Catholic Church, following his selection by 133 cardinals.
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UAE welcomes ceasefire agreement to protect Red Sea trade
The UAE has welcomed Oman’s announcement of a ceasefire agreement involving Yemen’s Houthi group, aimed at halting attacks on US vessels.
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H.H. Sheikh Hamdan attends conclusion of multinational military drill
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 attended the conclusion of the military exercise 'Desert Flag 10' involving multiple countries.
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Abu Dhabi Crown Prince set for official visit to Kazakhstan
Abu Dhabi's Crown Prince His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan is set to begin an official visit to Kazakhstan this Sunday, at the invitation of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
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Dubai Police bust phone scam gangs impersonating officials
Dubai Police have dismantled three criminal gangs involved in phone scam operations that targeted residents by impersonating official entities.
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Abu Dhabi's EV charging infrastructure gets major boost
In a major push for sustainable transport, Abu Dhabi Mobility (Integrated Transport Centre) has announced a large-scale rollout of electric vehicle charging stations across the UAE capital.
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Phase 1 of Al Maktoum International to be completed by 2032
The first phase of Dubai's new Al Maktoum International Airport (AMIA) is set to be completed by 2032.
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UAE-Pakistan flights face disruptions for second day
UAE airlines have cancelled some flights to Pakistan on Thursday after the country shut down operations at its major airports, including Karachi, Lahore and Sialkot.
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New partnerships sealed as Sheikh Abdullah meets Ugandan leader
The UAE and Uganda have signed six key agreements as Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, started his working visit to the country.
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UAE waives residency and visa fines for Sudanese nationals
Sudanese nationals in the UAE will be exempt from paying outstanding residency or visa fines under a move by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP) to help them regularise their stay.
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Sheikh Abdullah welcomes ceasefire between India and Pakistan
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has welcomed the ceasefire between India and Pakistan, expressing hope that it contributes to enhancing security and stability in the region.
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UAE outlines two years of peace diplomacy for Sudan
The UAE has outlined its "sincere efforts" over the last two years to seek a civilian-led political solution in Sudan that protects innocents from "tragedy and humanitarian suffering".
