The President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has appointed a new governor of the UAE Central Bank.
Abdulhamid Saeed has more than 35 years of experience in banking and finance, having held board positions with Mubadala Investment Company, First Abu Dhabi Bank, Abu Dhabi Developmental Holding Company, Emirates Investment Authority, Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and Sky News Arabia.
He gained his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Arizona, USA.
UAE President receives official welcome at Presidential Palace in Nicosia
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has started his official visit to Cyprus with a reception ceremony held by President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia.
Rain hits parts of UAE: Dubai Police issues public safety SMS alerts
Several parts of the UAE have been hit with rainfall of varying intensities on Sunday morning, with the Dubai Police issuing public safety messages via SMS to urge residents to exercise caution.
UAE condemns terrorist shooting at Bondi Beach
The UAE has strongly condemned the terrorist shooting at a Jewish gathering in Australia's Bondi Beach that left at least 12 people dead and around 30 more wounded.
UAE condemns shooting at Brown University in US
The UAE has condemned the shooting incident at Brown University in the state of Rhode Island that left two students dead and another nine people wounded at the US Ivy League school.
Sheikh Mohammed honours Palestinian architect with 'Great Arab Minds' award
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has awarded Palestinian architect Dr Suad Amiry with the Great Arab Minds title for her work in preserving architectural heritage.
Dubai's new road project to reduce travel time from 20 minutes to five
The contract has been awarded for a project that will see the development of Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street Intersection with Al Awir Road and Al Manama Street to reduce travel time from 20 minutes to five.
UAE, China foreign ministers affirm depth of Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held talks with Wang Yi, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister of China, in Abu Dhabi.
UAE relief teams conclude humanitarian mission in Sri Lanka
The UAE Relief Team has departed Sri Lanka after completing its humanitarian mission, carried out in response to the severe impact of Cyclone Ditwah and the landslides that struck the country.
UAE, Serbia deepen ties with new political agreement
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Serbia’s Foreign Minister Marko Đurić, have agreed to deepen political coordination after signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during talks in Abu Dhabi.
UAE strengthens child protection measures
The UAE has introduced changes to its laws governing the care of children of unknown parentage, expanding custody options and strengthening child protection measures.
Zayed Giving Caravans treat children, elderly in Pakistan
UAE-backed medical teams have launched a series of humanitarian missions in rural Pakistan, providing free treatment for children and elderly patients with heart conditions.
Dubai gears up for New Year celebrations
Dubai authorities have begun final preparations for the New Year celebrations, holding a coordination meeting to review security and operational plans across the emirate.
UAE braces for unsettled weather over coming week
The UAE's National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) says a surface low-pressure system will affect the country from December 13 to 19, bringing periods of instability.
Dubai Police take action after birthday road fire stunt
Dubai Police have taken legal action against a man who set fire to a public road to celebrate his birthday, after a video of the incident circulated on social media.
UAE announces New Year holiday for private sector
The UAE's Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has announced the New Year's holiday for private sector employees.
Al Ain named ‘Capital of Arab Tourism 2026’
Al Ain has been named the “Capital of Arab Tourism 2026” by the Arab Ministerial Council for Tourism during its 28th session in Baghdad, Iraq.
UAE begins loading humanitarian ship to support Gaza
Loading has begun at Abu Dhabi’s Khalifa Port for the 11th Mohammed Bin Rashid humanitarian ship carrying aid for Gaza.
Sheikh Abdullah, Jordan's Deputy PM & FM discuss Israeli escalation in West Bank
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs emphasised the need to de-escalate tensions in the occupied West Bank during a meeting with his Jordanian counterpart Ayman Safadi in Abu Dhabi on Thursday.
Robotaxis hit Dubai streets in pilot launch
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the launch of its public Robotaxi service, marking a major step towards autonomous mobility.
ERC opens mobile clinic in Yemen’s west coast
The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) has opened a mobile clinic in Yemen’s west coast region that will provide essential healthcare services to low-income families, vulnerable groups, senior citizens and people of determination.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has started his official visit to Cyprus with a reception ceremony held by President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia.
Several parts of the UAE have been hit with rainfall of varying intensities on Sunday morning, with the Dubai Police issuing public safety messages via SMS to urge residents to exercise caution.
The UAE has strongly condemned the terrorist shooting at a Jewish gathering in Australia's Bondi Beach that left at least 12 people dead and around 30 more wounded.
