NEW YORK — Saudi Arabia has underscored the importance of strengthening international cooperation and intensifying joint efforts to address growing humanitarian challenges at the United Nations.The statement was made during the participation of Saudi Arabia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Abdulaziz Alwasil, in the 2026 Humanitarian Affairs Segment of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), where he reaffirmed the Kingdom’s commitment to supporting international efforts aimed at alleviating human suffering and promoting stability and sustainable development.Ambassador Alwasil noted that Saudi Arabia ranked second globally and first in the Arab world among humanitarian aid donors in 2025, reflecting its…
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e& UAE recently announced it has awarded a contract to a strategic infrastructure partner to roll out the world’s first commercial mobile network using Upper 6GHz (U6GHz) 256TRX Giga-MIMO technology. Planned for commercial launch in the second half of 2026, the deployment marks a major step from technical validation to commercial readiness. It positions e& UAE at the forefront of 5G-Advanced evolution while laying the network foundations needed for the 6G era. The deployment also supports the UAE’s national 6G roadmap led by the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA), strengthening the country’s role in advancing future connectivity technologies…
DUBAI, 18th June, 2026 (WAM) — DMCC, the leading international business district that drives the flow of global trade through Dubai, today launched its Future of Trade 2026 report in Dubai, finding that the UAE is set to play an outsized role in the next phase of global trade as businesses seek trusted connector economies that can help them navigate disruption, access high-growth markets and build resilience across key trade corridors.Titled ‘Rebuilding Through Rupture’, the Future of Trade 2026 report finds that global trade will remain resilient over the next two years, but under a fundamentally different operating model shaped…
The UAE on Thursday announced that children under the age of 15 will be banned from accessing social media platforms. Children under the age of 15 will not be permitted to create or use personal accounts on social media platforms or access their full features, under the new resolution.Social media platforms in the country will be required to monitor any accounts created by children under the age of 15 and take immediate action. Those accounts would then either be suspended or disabled, under provisions of the new resolution.However, children between the ages of 15 and 16 will be allowed regulated…
It was 12 years ago that Colombia forward James Rodriguez announced himself at the World Cup in Brazil – and though he led his side out for their 2026 opener on Wednesday, it was teammate Luis Diaz who showed he could be the main man this year.Diaz was the architect of his side’s 3-1 Group K win over tournament debutants Uzbekistan at a raucous Azteca Stadium that was filled to the brim with loud and proud Colombia supporters.Although 29 years old, it is the first World Cup for Diaz as he made a late breakthrough in his career, at Portuguese…
Dubai’s art community will have the opportunity to meet the creators behind a new exhibition at Hestia Gallery this week.The gallery is hosting An Evening of Art with Hestia on Thursday, June 18, from 6 pm at its space on Al Khayat Avenue. The event offers guests a chance to explore the exhibition alongside the participating artists, providing insight into the stories, techniques, and inspirations behind the works on display.In addition to viewing the collection, attendees can enjoy beverages and French bites while engaging in conversations with the artists in an intimate setting.Located at 36 Al Khayat Avenue, Hestia Gallery…
Adah Sharma has officially announced her debut in Marathi cinema with the upcoming film Gajra.The actress, known for her performances in films such as The Kerala Story and the 1920 franchise, revealed the project through a social media post accompanied by its first-look poster.The poster features Sharma in a bridal avatar, wearing traditional jewellery, with streaks and splatters of blood across her face.The striking image and her solemn expression suggest a dark and intense narrative inspired by true events.Sharing the announcement with her followers, Sharma wrote, “GAJRA – my debut in Marathi… need all your love and blessings!”She also expressed…
The UAE has launched a new three-year strategic financial plan to strengthen the efficiency, resilience, and competitiveness of the country’s public financial system, as it seeks to build a more agile government financial ecosystem capable of adapting to rapid global economic changes.The Ministry of Finance announced its 2027-2029 plan on Thursday, which will aim to improve government financial performance and accelerate the adoption of advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, across financial operations.The scheme will attempt to strengthen fiscal sustainability to support prosperity in the long run, as well as achieve global leadership in government financial performance. It will design proactive…
أبوظبي في 18 يونيو/ وام / اختتمت اليوم منافسات الجولة الأولى من مرحلة المجموعات لبطولة كأس العالم لكرة القدم 2026، المقامة حالياً في الولايات المتحدة الأمريكية وكندا والمكسيك، بمشاركة 48 منتخباً للمرة الأولى في تاريخ البطولة.وشهدت منافسات الجولة الأولى إقامة 24 مباراة خاضها 48 منتخباً، سجلت خلالها 75 هدفاً، بمعدل 3.12 هدف لكل مباراة، وانتهت 9 مباريات بالتعادل، فيما كان فوز منتخب ألمانيا على كوراساو بنتيجة 7-1 أكبر انتصار في الجولة، وغابت الأهداف عن مباراة واحدة انتهت بالتعادل السلبي بين إسبانيا والرأس الأخضر.وأشهر قضاة الملاعب 52 بطاقة صفراء و3 بطاقات حمراء جاءت جميعها في مباراة واحدة هي الافتتاحية بين المكسيك…
BEIJING, 18th June, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates participated in the Beijing International Publishing Forum 2026, one of the leading cultural events held alongside the 32nd Beijing International Book Fair (BIBF), taking place in the Chinese capital from 17th to 21st June. The UAE is the Guest of Honour at this year’s edition of the fair.The participation forms part of the UAE’s cultural and knowledge-based presence at the exhibition, reflecting the strength of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the UAE and the People’s Republic of China and further enhancing bilateral cooperation in cultural and creative fields.In a speech…