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ABU DHABI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) Group welcomed HSBC, one of the world’s largest banking and financial services organizations, as a new General Clearing Member (GCM), widening investors’ access to ADX-listed securities and the emirate’s dynamic capital markets and strengthening the efficiency and resilience of the ADX’s post trade ecosystem. HSBC is the first international bank to act as a GCM and will support post-trade clearing and settlement through the ADX’s infrastructure, reducing settlement risk and boosting liquidity across the exchange. This initiative underscores the continued confidence in the resilience and depth of…
Days after Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum called for wider planting of flame trees across Dubai, the city has rushed to embrace the season in its own way, from community giveaways and café drinks to nail art inspired by the vivid red bloom. What began as a citywide greening initiative has quickly evolved into a cultural moment, with businesses, residents and creatives weaving the flame tree into everyday life across the emirate. Dubai Municipality takes the lead Following Sheikh Hamdan’s directive on Sunday, 3 May, Dubai Municipality launched a campaign to intensify the planting of flame trees…
SHARJAH, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, issued several Emiri Decrees approving the general organisational structures of municipalities in the cities of the Emirate of Sharjah. The approval covered the general organisational structures of the municipalities of Dibba Al Hisn, Kalba, Al Dhaid, Al Madam, Mleiha, Al Bataeh, Al Hamriyah, and Khorfakkan. According to the Emiri decrees, the general organisational structures attached to the decrees shall be adopted, while Sharjah Executive Council (SEC) shall issue decisions regarding the detailed organisational structures of the municipalities and…
At 98 years old, a woman suffered from a severe blockage in her leg and the risks she faced could have changed her life. The elderly resident was rushed to Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Khalifa Medical City recently. She was in a critical condition after the blood circulation to her lower limb became severely restricted; a dangerous condition that is common in old age but can lead to tissue damage or even limb loss if not treated urgently. Doctors said there was little time to waste. The vascular surgery team at the hospital quickly assessed the situation and stabilised the patient before…
DUBAI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), received Aliaksei Zhaldybin, Consul General of Belarus in Dubai, with the meeting underscoring the growing importance of UAE-Belarus relations and exploring avenues for cooperation in renewable energy, innovation and sustainable development. The engagement reflects DEWA’s ongoing commitment to partnering with international stakeholders and diplomatic missions, further cementing Dubai’s reputation as a global leader in clean energy and sustainable development. The meeting was attended by senior DEWA officials, among them Waleed bin Salman, Executive Vice President of Business Development and Excellence;…
A giant chocolate box at Kite Beach will soon become a canvas for messages of hope, kindness, and unity as FIX Dessert Chocolatier launches a new public art installation aimed at celebrating community spirit in the UAE. Running on May 9 and 10 from 4 pm until midnight, the “Messages from the UAE” activation invites residents to submit heartfelt notes through digital tablets placed inside an interactive FIX Hero Box installation. The messages will appear in real time as part of a growing digital word cloud, later inspiring a limited-edition FIX chocolate box design. The initiative is being launched in…
ABU DHABI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — Burjeel Holdings unveiled a new integrated healthcare project in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, during its participation in the fifth edition of Make it in the Emirates 2026. Spanning 387,000 square meters, the project will bring together advanced clinical care, medical education, scientific research, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and health innovation, supporting the development of medical industries and strengthening local self-sufficiency in the healthcare sector. Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Burjeel Holdings, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that the Group is working to build a next-generation healthcare ecosystem that integrates…
ABU DHABI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — EasyLease, the UAE’s leading provider of integrated mobility solutions and a subsidiary of IHC, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Empala, a UAE-based electric vehicle mobility company focused on transforming last-mile delivery through purpose-built electric motorbikes, to conduct a proof of concept programme for electric delivery bikes within EasyLease’s last mile delivery and fleet management operations. Under the MoU, electric delivery bikes supplied by Empala will be utilised within selected live delivery routes. The programme is designed to generate operational and performance data under real delivery conditions, enabling EasyLease to evaluate the…
The UAE’s passenger train project has reached a milestone with the unveiling of Etihad Rail’s first station in Fujairah, offering an early glimpse of what travellers can expect. The station’s cream-and-grey palette, combined with expansive glass and modern finishes, creates a bright, futuristic space. The interiors feature the trademark grey colours with abundant natural light, accentuated by LED lights. On Tuesday, Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, and Etihad Rail Chairman Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited the station and…
ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — Major General Sheikh Ahmed bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, affirmed that 6th May remains a deeply rooted national occasion, marking the anniversary of the unification of the UAE Armed Forces and reflecting its broad national, political, social, economic and developmental significance. In a statement marking the 50th anniversary, he said the Armed Forces represent the backbone of security and stability in the UAE and are entrusted under the Constitution with defending the Union and safeguarding its territory and sovereignty. He added, “Five decades have passed since…