Author: Editorial team
Residents in the UAE can expect fair to partly cloudy weather conditions on Monday, June 28, according to National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The weather department noted that more clouds are expected to appear over eastern areas on Monday, while conditions will remain generally warm across the country. Temperatures are expected to peak at around 45°C in some areas. Dubai temperatures will see highs of 41°C, while mercury in Abu Dhabi is forecast to reach up to 40°C. Lowest temperature in Abu Dhabi is expected to be 30ºC, while that in Dubai will be 32ºC. Stay up to date with the latest…
DUBAI, 28th June May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has expanded its strategic partnerships with leading Chinese companies and institutions to draw on their advanced expertise in artificial intelligence, digital transformation, modern transport technologies, and advanced methodologies for designing and constructing bridge and tunnel networks. The move supports the delivery of RTA’s current and future projects and enhances the readiness of Dubai’s transport system to keep pace with the emirate’s rapid urban and economic growth. This came during RTA’s official delegation visit to the People’s Republic of China, headed by Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General, Chairman of…
DUBAI, 28th June May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Customs has launched a new fleet of vehicles for its K9 Unit to coincide with the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking and in support of the UAE’s national anti-drug campaign, launched this year by the National Anti-Narcotics Council under the slogan “Uniting to Eradicate the Scourge”. The new fleet forms part of Dubai Customs’ strategy to modernise its customs inspection system and strengthen the operational readiness of its specialised units, including the K9 Unit, which plays a critical role in protecting society and the national economy from attempts to…
DUBAI, 28th June May, 2026 (WAM) — Under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, Dubai Municipality has launched the world’s first AI-powered park design challenge, a pioneering initiative that will invite participants to reimagine Al Safa 2 Park using artificial intelligence. The design challenge forms part of Dubai Municipality’s efforts to harness advanced technologies, urban design and community participation to shape the future of parks and public spaces. It explores how an integrated ecosystem of AI…
DUBAI, 28th June, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, affirmed that relations between the UAE and the Republic of India represent one of the strongest and most dynamic partnerships in the world, built on solid foundations of trade and investment, shared values, mutual respect, and the exceptional contributions of the Indian community across all aspects of life in the UAE. This came as Sheikh Nahyan inaugurated the Annual Conference of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India – Dubai Chapter (ICAI Dubai Chapter), held under the theme “The Resilience Comeback Story”, with…
DUBAI, 28th June May, 2026 (WAM) — The Federal Youth Authority (FYA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Erada Centre for Treatment and Rehabilitation in Dubai, aimed at empowering youth recovering from addiction and enhancing their social integration. The agreement aims to expand opportunities for their participation in youth programmes and initiatives, and developing joint cooperation pathways that help improve their quality of life and reinforce their positive presence in society. The MoU was signed by Khalid Mohammed Al Nuaimi, Director of the FYA, and Abdulrazaq Ameri, Chief Executive Officer of the Erada Centre, in the presence…
Are you an urban planner, student, designer, or an artificial intelligence innovator? You now have a chance to reimagine Al Safa 2 Park using artificial intelligence and win a grand prize in Dubai’s new AI-powered public park design challenge. On June 25, Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum unveiled three projects for Dubai: Falcon Market, the Dubai Creek lighting project, and an AI-designed public park. The three projects will span upgrading services and creating new infrastructure. Building on that vision, Dubai Municipality on Sunday (June 28) launched the AI-designed park challenge, inviting designers, urban planners, students,…
SHARJAH, 28th June, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) reported an impressive surge in registered memberships in the first half of 2026, recording nearly 30,000 new memberships and membership renewals. According to SCCI’s data, the Sharjah Chamber signed up 2,800 new member companies during the first half of 2026, reporting 26,100 membership renewals across industrial, commercial, and professional sectors and 900 free zone memberships (new and renewed). During the first half of the year, the Sharjah Chamber issued around 30,000 certificates of origin and processed 911 attestation transactions. Saudi Arabia ranked as Sharjah’s largest export…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments after the signing of the US-Iran peace agreement.] The UAE strongly condemned the renewed Iranian attacks targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain and the State of Kuwait with missiles and drones. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the attacks constitute a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of Bahrain and Kuwait and pose a threat to their security and stability. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. The ministry reaffirmed the UAE’s full solidarity with Bahrain and Kuwait, expressing its support…
AJMAN, 28th June, 2026 (WAM) — Ajman Chamber has concluded the first phase of its Industrial Facilities Visitation Programme, organised in collaboration with the Ajman Department of Finance and Ajman Transport Authority. The first phase included visits to six leading local factories to review their production capabilities and outstanding quality standards. Procurement officials from government entities across the Emirate of Ajman participated in the programme. The programme aims to strengthen cooperation between the government sector and national industrial establishments in the Emirate of Ajman by enabling government procurement officials to closely explore the advanced production capabilities of local manufacturers and…