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BEIJING, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has arrived in Beijing, starting an official visit to the People’s Republic of China aimed at further strengthening bilateral ties and advancing cooperation across key priority sectors. The visit underscores the shared commitment of the UAE and China to deepening their comprehensive strategic partnership and unlocking new opportunities for development and economic cooperation. It also reflects a joint focus on expanding investment in high-potential sectors, in line with evolving regional and global market dynamics. Furthermore, the visit reinforces the UAE…
Samsung’s latest Galaxy A series arrives in the UAE with upgraded Awesome Intelligence, enhanced cameras, durable design and long-term software support for value-conscious users. Samsung Gulf Electronics has launched the Galaxy A57 5G and Galaxy A37 5G in the UAE, strengthening its mid-range smartphone portfolio with a sharper focus on AI-powered experiences, camera performance and long-term device support. Available from 10 April across Samsung’s online and retail channels, the two new Galaxy A series devices are designed to bring what Samsung describes as “Awesome Intelligence” to a wider user base. The launch reflects the company’s broader strategy to extend AI-enabled mobile experiences…
Dubai Municipality announced on Sunday, April 12, it completed the first phase of the ‘Sewerage and Stormwater Network Development Project in Al Quoz Creative Zone’. The phase has been completed at a cost of Dh250 out of a total of Dh500-million investment. The project aims to develop an integrated, adaptable, and sustainable sewerage and stormwater system serving Al Quoz Industrial Areas 1, 2, 3, and 4, as well as the area located between Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. It spans a total area of 1,600…
SHARJAH, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) held an expanded meeting with the Shopping Malls Sector Business Group operating under its umbrella to discuss plans for developing the sector and enhancing its investment appeal. Discussions focused on upgrading service systems in shopping malls in line with Sharjah’s strategic directions for sustainable economic development and boosting domestic tourism. The agenda centered on strategic priorities to elevate sector competitiveness and reinforce Sharjah’s position as a leading regional destination for shopping and entertainment. The meeting, held at the Chamber’s headquarters, was attended by Dr Fatema Khalifa…
SHARJAH, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) is continuing to implement its ambitious projects to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of its power transmission network. The authority has achieved strategic qualitative milestones during 2025 as part of its plan to improve the efficiency of the electricity network and strengthen its reliability and sustainability in line with the highest approved technical standards. Among the key achievements was the completion and commissioning of eight electricity transmission and distribution substations operating at 33/11 kV with high operational efficiency. Work is also continuing on 15 additional projects within…
Abu Dhabi — e& UAE, the flagship telecom arm of global technology company e&, and TM Forum have announced the launch of a landmark whitepaper titled “Building a Future-Ready Ecosystem: e& UAE’s Adoption of TM Forum Open Digital Architecture.” The paper highlights e& UAE’s successful operationalisation of TM Forum’s Open Digital Architecture (ODA) and achievement of the prestigious Running on ODA (RoODA) status, TM Forum’s formal recognition that Open Digital Architecture is deployed and operating in live production environments. The whitepaper provides a comprehensive blueprint of how e& UAE transformed its technology landscape from legacy monolithic systems into a modular, cloud-native,…
UAE residents can expect rains in some areas on Monday (April 13), according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The weather will be partly cloudy to cloudy at times, with a chance of light rain over eastern and southern areas during the day, alongside a slight rise in temperatures. In Dubai and Abu Dhabi, temperatures see lows of 21ºC and highs of 29ºC, while some parts of the country could see temperatures climb up to 34ºC. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. It will be humid by night and Tuesday morning over…
ABU DHABI, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, attended Easter celebrations at St Anthony Cathedral of the Egyptian Coptic Orthodox Church in Abu Dhabi, in the presence of Essam Ashour, Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to the UAE, alongside members of the Egyptian community and diplomatic and social figures. The attendance reflects the UAE’s commitment to sharing the celebrations of different religious communities and promoting coexistence, tolerance and human understanding. In his remarks, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak said, “I am pleased to be with you tonight at your…
Siemens recently outlined a plan to launch its private 5G offering in the U.S., Canada and six new European countries. The company is seeking to meet rising demand for high grade connectivity in order to better support industrial AI adoption. The addition of Belgium, Canada, Finland, France, Norway, Poland, the U.S. and the UK take the company’s private 5G footprint to 15 countries across Europe and the Americas. U.S. availability is scheduled for the coming months through a dedicated CBRS-band radio unit designed for on-premises deployments. Siemens noted the broader expansion is supported by two new radio units covering the…
ABU DHABI, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — Frontline healthcare workers from Burjeel Holdings, in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, have set a new Guinness World Record for the largest number of nationalities participating in carrying a UAE flag banner bearing the slogan “Our Nation, Our Heartbeat”, with the participation of 64 nationalities. The initiative took place yesterday on Hudayriyat Island as part of the closing ceremony of the annual Burjeel Games, organised in cooperation with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council under the theme “Our Nation, Our Heartbeat”, inspired by the leadership’s directives to promote unity and raise the…