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ABU DHABI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — One year after its launch at Make it in the Emirates 2025, Emirates Growth Fund (EGF) returned to MIITE 2026 to mark its first anniversary with two landmark announcements: the launch of the National Champions Programme (NCP) — a trilateral initiative with the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MOIAT) and the Ministry of Economy and Tourism (MOET) to systematically scale the UAE’s most capable industrial SMEs — and the signing of a strategic industrial resilience agreement with MOIAT and ADNOC to strengthen domestic supply chains and accelerate the localisation of critical industrial…
SARAJEVO, 7th May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Basketball opened their campaign in the quarter-finals of the Adriatic Basketball Association League for the 2025-2026 season with a commanding 102-74 victory over Serbia’s Spartak Office Shoes in a match held today in Sarajevo. Dubai Basketball imposed their dominance from the outset after delivering a strong performance both defensively and offensively, steadily widening the gap throughout the game. Dzanan Musa starred with 31 points, recording his highest tally of the current season in the competition, while Mfiondu Kabengele delivered an impressive performance with 16 points, 12 rebounds and five assists. With the result,…
The UAE has rejected allegations by Sudan that an Emirati drone was involved in an attack on Khartoum airport, describing the accusations as “unfounded” and part of a “deliberate propaganda” campaign. In a statement, a UAE official said the country has noted a “marked increase” in what it described as baseless accusations from the Port Sudan Authority (PSA). Such “unfounded allegations”, he said, actively undermine efforts to end the conflict and restore stability. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels The official added that the allegations were “part of a calculated pattern of deflection”,…
[Editor’s Note: Follow the Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] The UAE has strongly condemned the statement issued by Iran’s foreign ministry, affirming its position in the face of threats on the nation’s sovereignty and national security. According to a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the UAE (MoFA), the UAE categorically rejects any claims that infringe upon the nation’s sovereignty, national security, or independence of decision-making. MoFA added that the UAE’s relations and international defence partnerships are “a matter of pure sovereignty.” The ministry said that neither Iran nor…
ABU DHABI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — IHC, a global investment company focused on building dynamic value networks, today announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2026. The Group reported Revenue of AED31.4 billion, up 33.2% year-on-year, and Profit After Tax of AED8.2 billion, an increase of 98.5%, driven by strong operating performance, investment income, and disciplined execution across the portfolio. In Q1 2026, IHC maintained strong momentum across its diversified portfolio, translating growth into enhanced profitability and reinforcing its position as an active investor-operator. Performance was supported by broad-based contributions across core segments, margin expansion, continued portfolio…
SHARJAH, 7th May, 2026 (WAM) — Al Ain were officially crowned champions of the ADNOC Pro League for the current season after defeating Sharjah 5-0 in their 24th-round match played today at Sharjah Stadium. Al Ain increased their points tally to 62, maintaining their lead at the top of the table, while Sharjah remain on 25 points in tenth place. Sheikh Sultan bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Al Ain Football Company, congratulated H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, on Al Ain Club winning the ADNOC…
ABU DHABI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, visited today the 5th edition of the ‘Make it in The Emirates’ exhibition, which is taking place in ADNEC Abu Dhabi, through May 7th. Make it in the Emirates is the largest industrial gathering in the region, convening senior government and private sector decision-makers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, experts, innovators, and representatives of financial institutions. His Highness was accompanied by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai,…
Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels The emirate reported continued expansion in industrial activity, with 532 licences issued in 2025, up 17 per cent on 2024, and 3,354 licences renewed, up 7 per cent. Total licences reached 3,886, reflecting overall growth of 8 per cent. The Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) highlighted broader economic strengths that support investment, including sector diversity, balanced growth, skilled labour, and a focus on key areas such as healthcare, education, and services. Infrastructure, logistics capabilities and integration between free zones and the local market were also cited…
ABU DHABI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Cybersecurity Council (CSC) and Rilian have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at enhancing cybersecurity resilience across Operational Technology (OT) environments within critical infrastructure and industrial sectors in the Emirates. The collaboration aligns with national efforts to strengthen the security of industrial control systems and other OT environments, with a focus on improving visibility, enhancing threat detection, and supporting the protection of critical assets across different sectors. This groundbreaking new public-private collaboration moves beyond a traditional partnership to include the establishment of a joint Innovation and Excellence Centre (CoE) in Abu Dhabi.…
ABU DHABI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the statement issued by the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, reaffirming its categorical rejection of any allegations or threats targeting its sovereignty, national security, or independent decision-making. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) stressed that the UAE’s international relations and defence partnerships are an exclusively sovereign matter, and that no party has the right to use them as a pretext for threats, interference, or incitement. The Ministry emphasised that any rhetoric involving direct or indirect threats to the country’s security,…