Author: Editorial team
Early on Thursday, the UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement denying reports that Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had visited the nation, calling any such claims “unfounded”. The authority also denied receiving any Israeli military delegation. It emphasised that its relationship with Israel is “public and conducted within the framework of the well-known and officially declared Abraham Accords”. The Ministry clarified that the relationship between both nations is “not based on non-transparent or unofficial arrangements”. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. In the succint statement, the authority also said, “any claims…
ABU DHABI, 13th May, 2026 (WAM) — Partners Capital Investment Group (Partners Capital), In collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Family Business Council affiliated with the Abu Dhabi Chamber, announced the opening of its newest office in Abu Dhabi. The event was attended by Zaki Anwar Nusseibeh, Cultural Advisor to the UAE President; Arjun Raghavan, CEO of Partners Capital; Khaled Abdulkarim Al Fahim, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Family Business Council; Masood Al Masood, Vice Chairman of the Council and Treasurer of the Board of Directors of the Abu Dhabi Chamber, along with a large number of dignitaries, businessmen, and investors…
ABU DHABI, 13th May, 2026 (WAM) — ALAIN asset management company has commenced construction of Four Seasons Private Residences Abu Dhabi at Saadiyat Beach, marking a key milestone in the delivery of the capital’s most prestigious beachfront residential offering. The development is an exclusive, gated beachfront community combining exceptional architecture, highly curated private living and Four Seasons’ legendary service, set against the natural beauty of Saadiyat Beach. An on-site ceremony on Saadiyat Island was attended by senior leadership and key project partners, including representatives from ALAIN, Four Seasons, Killa Design and Mirage Leisure and Development. Expected to be completed by…
ABU DHABI, 13th May, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, and Chairman of the Higher Organizing Committee for the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026, has directed that an annual Emirates Open Masters Games be held in Abu Dhabi, with the aim of promoting physical health and fostering sustainable community engagement. This announcement came during an event in which H.H. Sheikh Theyab honoured the various teams, organising committees, partners, and sponsors who contributed to the success of the Open Masters Games Abu…
Chris Hills, VP of Carriers & Operations, Holafly. Holafly and TeleSemana.com launch the first comprehensive benchmark measuring eSIM readiness across 50 markets and 171 mobile network operators worldwide Dubai — The UAE has secured 41st position in the inaugural Holafly Global eSIM Index 2026 with a score of 59.0 out of 100, reflecting a market that combines world-class digital infrastructure with regulatory frameworks that continue to shape how eSIM technology reaches consumers and travellers across the Emirates. Holafly, the global leader in travel eSIMs, in partnership with TeleSemana.com, one of Latin America’s leading telecommunications industry publications, today unveiled a first-of-its-kind…
A unit of state-owned Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) said on Wednesday that one of its tankers struck by Iranian drones last week has leaked a small amount of fuel off the coast of Oman, underscoring the ecological risks stemming from the Iran war. Tehran’s effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz has made navigating the vital shipping corridor a precarious task. Hundreds of vessels remain trapped in the Gulf. ADNOC Logistics Services said it was monitoring the situation concerning its vessel, the M.V. Barakah, and was working “closely with the relevant authorities and specialist response teams.” “The ADNOC…
AJMAN, 13th May, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of Ajman Executive Council, chaired the Executive Council’s meeting for May 2026, during which the “Ajman Artificial Intelligence Programme” was launched, marking a strategic step that reflects Ajman Government’s commitment to adopting future technologies and accelerating smart government transformation, in line with the UAE’s national directions and Ajman Vision 2030, “Ajman for People.” H.H. Sheikh Ammar affirmed that the Ajman Government’s approach to artificial intelligence is guided by a vision that places people first, viewing technology as a tool to enhance…
ABU DHABI, 13th May, 2026 (WAM) — Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, carried out an inspection tour of the Dubai Gold Souq to assess merchants’ compliance with regulations governing the gold sector, specifically those related to Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT), and Counter-Proliferation Financing (CPF) frameworks. The gold sector is classified under the Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPs) overseen by the Ministry, necessitating the highest levels of compliance across market operations. Bin Touq emphasised that the UAE, guided by the wise leadership, has made significant strides in developing a comprehensive…
SHARJAH, 13th May, 2026 (WAM) — Dr Abdul Aziz Al Musallam, Chairman of the Sharjah Institute for Heritage (SIH), stated that SIH is discussing practices and measures aimed at protecting cultural and natural heritage during times of crisis. The discussions are being held on 13th and 14th May at the Arab Heritage Centre. Dr Al Musallam explained that the symposium, titled “Cultural and Natural Heritage in Times of Crisis: Practices and Measures,” comes at a critical time globally to examine the fate of heritage sites during crises and wars. The symposium highlights previous experiences in Libya, Yemen, Syria, and Iraq,…
Jasim Alawadi, Chief ICT Officer, du. New secure, sovereign, and future-ready platform supported by du Tech’s National Hypercloud Dubai — Du, the leading telecom and digital services provider, announced the launch of its next-generation industrial AI platform under du Tech’s portfolio, specifically designed to serve the industrial sector in the UAE. The platform features multi-cloud capabilities powered by du Tech’s National Hypercloud, enabling industrial enterprises across the UAE to adopt AI technologies within a secure environment that aligns with the national digital sovereignty agenda. The platform is further enhanced by pre-built industrial AI models designed to optimise factory performance across key use cases, including manufacturing efficiency, asset…