DUBAI, 15th June May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chambers organised an open dialogue in London in cooperation with the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) aimed at showcasing Dubai’s competitive advantages as a leading global business hub to a group of leading British investors.The event was attended by Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, together with UK business leaders.Discussions highlighted the key investment opportunities Dubai offers across diverse sectors, as well as the city’s advantages as a hub for the expansion of British companies in the region and globally. The session also outlined the comprehensive…
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[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.]From lower airfares and fuel prices to smoother travel and greater economic stability, Emiratis and expats say they hope the deal will ease some of the pressures that have affected daily life in recent months.Residents across the UAE have welcomed the peace agreement with optimism, hoping it will bring greater stability, lower living costs, and renewed economic confidence after months of regional uncertainty.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.In the early hours on Monday, Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif announced that the US…
DUBAI, 15th June, 2026 (WAM) — Over the past decade, Dubai has successfully consolidated its position as one of Africa’s most important economic partners, supported by a long-term strategic vision that has strengthened trade and investment ties across the continent and reinforced the emirate’s role as a global gateway connecting Africa with international markets.Economic indicators from Dubai Chamber of Commerce highlight the scale of transformation in relations between Dubai and Africa. Non-oil trade between the two sides increased by 325 percent between 2016 and 2025, reaching US$146 billion in 2025, reflecting rapid growth in trade volumes and expanding economic partnerships.Dubai’s…
Deepti Sharma was delighted after her brilliant spell set up India’s 64-run win against Pakistan in the Twenty20 World Cup on Sunday.Sharma, whose five-wicket haul helped India to win the 50-over World Cup final last year, took five wickets again for just 10 runs as Pakistan collapsed for 106, far short of the target of 171 in a battle of nerves in the Group A clash.”I am grateful and I like these kinds of wickets. I like ICC tournaments,” Sharma said. “It is turning so I vary my pace in every ball and every over. Because it was turning, I…
Former Miss Asia Pacific, Dia Mirza is known to speak her mind irrespective of the consequences. Recently, the actress appeared on Soha Ali khan’s podcast. As their conversation touched upon the issue of climate change, the actress did not mince her words to point out how patriarchy had played a role.”It is the men in this world. It is the men who have driven climate change, and they are totally responsible for the chaos,” the former Miss Asia Pacific-turned-actress said. Mirza is also the goodwill ambassador of United Nations Environment Programme. In fact, she also appeared on Soha Ali Khan’s…
Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport has achieved major milestones across multiple delivery streams, including enabling works, runway infrastructure, and the initial structural foundations for passenger terminals and gates.Engineer Suzanne Al Anani, CEO of Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects, said in a statement issued by the Dubai Media Office that total work hours executed have exceeded 10 million hours over the past 15 months.The on-site workforce, currently around 9,000, is expected to rise to approximately 120,000 when the project reaches peak construction capacity, hence, creating a large number of new jobs in different sectors.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow…
الشارقة في 14 يونيو /وام/ حقق الأستاذ الدولي الكبير سالم عبدالرحمن، لاعب منتخب الإمارات الوطني ونادي الشارقة الثقافي للشطرنج، إنجازاً جديداً للشطرنج الإماراتي بحصوله على المركز الخامس في بطولة آسيان للشطرنج الإلكتروني، التي أقيمت في العاصمة التايلاندية بانكوك بمشاركة 22 لاعباً من نخبة أساتذة اللعبة في العالم يتقدمهم بطل العالم النرويجي ماغنوس كارلسن.وأقيمت البطولة بدعم من اتحاد الشطرنج التايلاندي ومبادرات الابتكار الرقمي الحكومية في إطار جهود تعزيز الرياضات الذهنية والاستفادة من التقنيات الحديثة؛ حيث شكلت منصة فريدة تجمع بين الإستراتيجية العريقة للشطرنج وأجواء المنافسات الإلكترونية المتطورة ما أسهم في استقطاب نخبة من أبرز اللاعبين على الساحة الدولية.وقدم سالم عبدالرحمن، أداءً…
ABU DHABI, 15th June May, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre has launched the new edition of the “UAE Hijri Calendar” for the year 1448 AH, coinciding with the beginning of the new Hijri year. This continues the Centre’s role in preparing and issuing the UAE Hijri Calendar, determining prayer times across the various emirates and regions of the country, and identifying the beginnings of the Hijri months.On this occasion, the Centre expressed its wishes for the new Hijri year to be one of security, stability, and prosperity, while recalling the values and meanings embodied in the noble…
As the UAE strengthens its position as a global hub for tourism, hospitality, exhibitions, and mega-events, OMODA & JAECOO is showcasing how its advanced AI ecosystem — from AiMOGA humanoid robots to the upcoming VPD (Valet Parking Driver), also known as SIP (Super Intelligent Parking) technology — could shape the next generation of intelligent customer and mobility experiences. The company recently deployed AiMOGA robots during a major international sporting event, where humanoid robot “Mornine” and quadruped robot “Argos” served as intelligent service supporters, assisting with multilingual hosting, venue guidance, visitor interaction, and operational support. The deployment demonstrated how AI-powered robotics…
أبوظبي في 15 يونيو/ وام / اختتمت أكاديمية فاطمة بنت مبارك للرياضة النسائية النسخة الأولى من بطولة البولينج الدولية للسيدات، تحت رعاية سمو الشيخة فاطمة بنت مبارك، “أم الإمارات”، رئيسة الاتحاد النسائي العام، رئيسة المجلس الأعلى للأمومة والطفولة، الرئيسة الأعلى لمؤسسة التنمية الأسرية، وبتوجيهات الشيخة فاطمة بنت هزاع بن زايد آل نهيان، رئيسة مجلس إدارة أكاديمية فاطمة بنت مبارك للرياضة النسائية، رئيسة نادي أبوظبي للسيدات ونادي العين للسيدات.وأكدت اللجنة المنظمة أن البطولة مصنفة دولياً للاعبات من مستويات فنية مختلفة، ضمن منافسات اتسمت بالقوة والندية، وقدّمت خلالها المشاركات مستويات مميزة أكدت ما يتمتعن به من مهارات عالية وقدرات تنافسية واعدة، في…