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LONDON, 16th May, 2026 (WAM) — – Lana Nusseibeh, Minister of State, met with Arsenio Dominguez, Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), to discuss Iran’s ongoing unprovoked terrorist attacks and threats to vessels and seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz and the Arabian Gulf, as well as the steps required to restore safe and unimpeded maritime navigation while ensuring the security of seafarers. Nusseibeh expressed her appreciation to the Secretary-General and his team at the IMO for their important role in securing humanitarian access and safe passage for stranded seafarers and support for diplomatic efforts to deescalate tensions and…

ABU DHABI, 16th May, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held a phone call with Iruthisham Adam to congratulate her on her appointment as Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Maldives. During the call, the two ministers discussed bilateral relations between the two countries and opportunities to enhance cooperation across various fields in a manner that serves their mutual interests. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan expressed his wishes for success to Iruthisham Adam in her duties and affirmed his aspiration to work with her…

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call from Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, during which they discussed various aspects of cooperation and joint efforts aimed at strengthening the strategic partnership between the two countries. During the call, Putin thanked Sheikh Mohamed for the UAE’s continued and successful mediation efforts regarding prisoner exchanges between Russia and Ukraine, underscoring the importance of these efforts and their humanitarian impact. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The two sides also exchanged views on a number of regional and international issues…

TOKYO, 16th May, 2026 (WAM) — Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Jarwan, President of the Global Council for Tolerance and Peace, is participating in an international conference being held in the Japanese capital Tokyo from 14th to 16th May, with the attendance of a distinguished group of leaders, decision-makers and international experts to discuss the most pressing challenges facing the international order amid escalating crises and rapid geopolitical transformations. The conference opened with a recorded video message from Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who welcomed the guests and participants, stressing the importance of international dialogue and joint cooperation in addressing current…

Astronomers at Al Khatm Astronomical Observatory in Abu Dhabi, affiliated with the International Astronomy Centre, captured an image of the last quarter moon of Dhul Qadah on Saturday, May 16, at 3.45pm UAE time. At the time of observation, the moon was 7.5 degrees away from the Sun and was measured at negative 8 hours and 32 minutes old, meaning the new moon had not yet formed. Such daytime sightings are technically significant, as they require specialised equipment and clear atmospheric conditions to distinguish the thin lunar sliver against the glare of the morning sky, according to the observatory team…

ABU DHABI, 16th May, 2026 (WAM) — The International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience (ISNR) 2026, the leading biennial event dedicated to the national security and civil defence sectors, has announced five new features for its ninth and largest edition, taking place from 19th to 21st May at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The new additions mark a significant expansion in the exhibition’s scope across advanced security technologies, emergency response services, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence (AI)-powered solutions. ISNR 2026 provides a platform for international collaboration and knowledge exchange, bringing together government organisations, law enforcement agencies, and industry experts to address…

KIGALI, 16th May, 2026 (WAM) — On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, attended the CEO Forum Africa in Kigali, Rwanda, where he led a UAE delegation comprising government officials and representatives of the nation’s business community. The Africa CEO Forum is an annual gathering of Africa’s leading business leaders, investors, and policymakers and this edition brought together more than 2,800 participants from around the world to discuss the continent’s economic development. In his remarks to the forum, Al Zeyoudi emphasised the UAE’s ongoing commitment…

DUBAI, 16th May, 2026 (WAM) — Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences organised the “Pioneers of Excellence Forum” initiative, with the participation of 23 educational excellence award winners and educational coordinators from the Gulf Cooperation Council countries. Held as part of an interactive programme preceding the award’s closing ceremony, the forum aimed to promote the exchange of expertise among distinguished participants, highlight the impact of educational awards on advancing teaching practices, and support the development of a Gulf network dedicated to excellence. The forum was held as part of the Foundation’s efforts to extend the…

Sharjah is stepping up its development plans with a range of new projects aimed at beautifying the emirate, strengthening tourism and investment. From waterfront destinations to luxury resorts, the projects comes as part of Sharjah Ruler Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi’ss vision to develop tourism, urban projects and enhance quality of life across the emirate. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Here are the new projects that residents and visitors can soon enjoy in Sharjah: Khor Fakkan Resort The Dh700 million project was inaugurated by Sheikh Dr Sultan earlier this month.…

DOHA, 15th May, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE strengthened its medal tally at the 4th GCC Games – Doha 2026, being held from 11 to 22 May, after securing nine new medals, taking its overall haul to 20 medals by the end of the third day of competition. The tally comprises three gold, four silver and 13 bronze medals. The nine new medals came in athletics, boxing, fencing and billiards, with the UAE national boxing team claiming four medals. Khalid Alkurdi won silver in the men’s 80kg category, while Mohammed Al Junaibi took bronze in the men’s 60kg category, Abdullah…