Author: Editorial team
BRUSSELS, 25th March, 2026 (WAM) — Recent data released by Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union, showed a decline in EU energy imports in 2025 in both value and volume, continuing a downward trend that began in 2022. According to estimates, the value of energy imports reached approximately €336.7 billion, with a total volume of 723.3 million tonnes, marking a decrease of 11.1 percent in value and 0.6 percent in quantity compared to 2024. Over three years, import value declined by 51.4 percent compared to its peak in 2022, while volumes fell by 14.9 percent. In terms of…
Commvault executives Ravi Baldev Singh and Hazem Abushaban outline why minimum viability, clean recovery, and air-gapped protection are becoming critical for enterprises navigating cyber risk and operational disruption. Cyber resilience, recovery readiness, and business continuity have become urgent boardroom priorities for enterprises navigating a more volatile threat landscape. CPI Media Group in association with Commvault and MDS, recently hosted ‘Save The Day’ webinar where Ravi Baldev Singh, Senior Director Systems Engineering (Emerging Markets), Commvault, and Hazem Abushaban, Cyber Resilience SME and Sr. Systems Engineer (UAE Enterprise), Commvault, outlined why traditional disaster recovery is no longer enough in an environment shaped…
DUBAI, 25th March, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates will chair the 38th session of the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) Regional Conference for the Near East (NERC38), hosting the ministerial meeting on 21st April in Al Ain. The event, held alongside the second edition of the Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition, highlights the UAE’s leading role in advancing sustainable agricultural and food systems across the region. The announcement was made during the Senior Officers’ Preparatory Meeting, a key stage for setting technical and policy foundations, discussing challenges and formulating recommendations to be adopted at…
Heavy rains in Al Nahda, Dubai People run to take cover as heavy rains hit Dubai Cars navigate wet roads in Dubai Residents cross a road as rains begin in Sharjah Residents board a RTA bus amidst the heavy rains in Dubai Waterlogged roads in Sharjah’s Rolla Slow-moving traffic in Sharjah Heavy rain lashes Al Qusais, Dubai Heavy rain lashes Al Qusais, Dubai Motorists navigate waterlogged roads in Sharjah A resident helps to move a man who is on a wheel chair in Dubai’s Al Nahda Heavy rain lashes Al Qusais, Dubai A woman’s umbrella turns upside-down due to strong…
JEDDAH, 25th March, 2026 (WAM) — DP World has added three new semi-automated quay cranes at its terminal in Jeddah Islamic Port, increasing capacity and enabling more efficient handling of the world’s largest container vessels. This latest capacity expansion comes as shipping activity returns to the Red Sea, strengthening the terminal’s ability to maintain reliable trade flows amid ongoing maritime security challenges. With a lifting capacity of 65 tonnes each, the new cranes increase berth productivity and enable the terminal to serve multiple mainline vessels simultaneously, supporting Saudi Arabia’s ambitions as a leading global logistics hub. Built by ZPMC and…
The AI track of the UAE National Experts Program received more than 1,000 applications in less than two months, after applications opened on 29 January and closed on March 24, underscoring the growing determination of Emirati talent to lead in the field of artificial intelligence. The UAE has made no secret about its AI aspirations and that has been reflected among the next-generation of Emirati leaders, with over 1,000 applications for its AI Track program. The figure reflects growing interest among Emirati professionals working across a range of AI disciplines, from core technologies and product development to emerging applications across…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog for the latest updates as the UAE deals with heavy rains and unstable weather conditions.] UAE residents have been urged to perform their prayers at home as a precautionary measure to ensure public safety amid unstable weather conditions in the country. The General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat has issued this statement on Wednesday as a precautionary measure to ensure public safety. The weather in the UAE is driven by active convective cloud systems associated with a low-pressure system, bringing widespread rain of varying intensity across several regions. Stay up to…
For many Europeans, their first stop for all things clothing, accessories, beauty products and household articles is usually the branch of an Ireland-headquartered retailer, going by the name Primark. Specialising in fast fashion and with more than 450 stores around the world, Primark is making its entry into the United Arab Emirates, with its first store in Dubai opening at the Dubai Mall on March 26. This store is being brought to the region through a partnership with Kuwait-based Alshaya Group. The retailer said in an Instagram post that the store would open on March 26 at 10 am. We…
DUBAI, 25th March, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Police’s Ramadan initiatives drew strong community participation, with 1,220 volunteers from 15 nationalities contributing their time throughout the holy month. Volunteers supported the distribution of iftar meals across Dubai and assisted motorists and members of the public, completing a total of 4,880 volunteer hours across 27 locations. Brigadier Ali Khalfan Al Mansoori, Director of the General Department of Community Happiness at Dubai Police, said the initiatives reflected the values of compassion and solidarity associated with Ramadan, while enhancing community cohesion. Dubai Police also offered 11 volunteering opportunities through its official platform, enabling individuals…
ABU DHABI, 25th March, 2026 (WAM) — Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Keeta, the food delivery platform backed by global technology leader Meituan, to empower Emirati entrepreneurs in Abu Dhabi’s food and beverage (F&B) sector and accelerate their integration into the digital economy. Through this collaboration, both parties aim to strengthen the presence of homegrown businesses, startups and SMEs across modern sales channels, while providing a comprehensive support ecosystem to expand their customer reach and drive sustainable growth. The agreement was signed by Khalifa Saeed Al Kuwaiti, Executive Director of the Entrepreneurship…