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DUBAI, 7th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai CommerCity, the first and leading free zone dedicated to digital commerce in the MENA region, and part of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Global Commerce Foundation, an independent international organisation dedicated to advancing global digital commerce by strengthening cooperation between markets, businesses, entrepreneurs, experts and academic institution, promoting knowledge and expertise exchange, and supporting innovation and cooperation across international markets. The MoU aims to drive innovation in digital commerce and explore applications of agentic AI in the sector. The…

SHARJAH, 7th October, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, attended the opening of the 12th edition of the Sharjah Calligraphy Biennale, on Wednesday evening, organised by the Department of Culture, taking place at Calligraphy Square in the Heart of Sharjah district until November 15. His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan presented awards to the Sharjah Calligraphy Biennale winners. The Grand Award was given to artist Farhad Yassin from Iraq for his piece “Surah Ar-Rahman”. The “Authentic Style” award was received by Abdulbaqi Abu Bakr from Malaysia for “Ahd…

ABU DHABI, 7th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dame Susan Langley, the Lady Mayor of the City of London, stated that the UAE and the UK are looking to expand the horizons of mutual investment and translate the existing understandings and agreements between the two countries into practical steps, investments and tangible projects, noting that growth is a common goal for both sides. ‘’I’m so pleased to be here at Investopia Bridge 2026. We brought a business delegation with us, and we’re here to talk about the opportunities in the UK and in the UAE as well, to look at how…

ABU DHABI, 7th October, 2026 (WAM) — Investopia Bridge 2026, held at Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi on Saadiyat Island under the theme “Investing in a More Resilient World,” organised eight specialised roundtables, bringing together a distinguished group of ministers, investors, senior executives and entrepreneurs to discuss a range of economic and investment topics related to the rapid transformations taking place across the global economy. The discussions also addressed innovation enablers in the built environment, the growth of SMEs and UAE companies, the development of digital financial infrastructure, strengthening investment opportunities between the UAE and Uzbekistan, family office strategies, electric mobility…

ABU DHABI, 7th October, 2026 (WAM) — A delegation from the National Human Rights Institution (NHRI), headed by Dr. Salem Suhail Al Neyadi, Chairperson of the NHRI, visited Al Rayyan Workers’ Residential City in Al Mafraq, Abu Dhabi, to conduct a field assessment of workers’ living conditions and the services and facilities provided to them, as well as to assess safety standards, preparedness, and emergency response capabilities. The visit forms part of the mandate vested in the NHRI under Federal Law No. (12) of 2021 and reflects its commitment to direct field observation and monitoring of the availability of safe…

ABU DHABI, 7th October, 2026 (WAM) Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA), The second day of Global Food Week 2026 concluded with a strong focus on food security, agricultural innovation and international collaboration, alongside a diverse programme of business networking, knowledge exchange and visitor experiences. The second edition of the Global Food Security Summit concluded at Global Food Week 2026, bringing together international organisations, financial institutions, investors,…

For the first time since its inception, the famous Kpop festival Weverse Con will be held outside of South Korea, with organiser Hybe choosing New Delhi, India, as the location of the 2027 edition.Hybe announced on Wednesday that the two-day festival is scheduled to take place on March 27 and 28, 2027. The exact venue has not been announced yet.The Indian edition of Weverse Con will feature both Indian and global artists, according to ANI. It will not only feature its signature live music performances from Indian and Kpop artists, but also give fans cultural experiences and interactive engagement with…

SHARJAH, 7th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Xposure International Photography and Film Awards 2026–2027 have received over 22,000 photography and film submissions from 108 countries, including 21,587 photographs and 543 film entries. Judging has now begun, with finalists and winners to be selected across the various categories. Photography entries covered nature, portraiture and urban environments, alongside work incorporating new technologies. Film submissions explored human, social and environmental themes in different genres. This broad participation comes ahead of the 11th edition of the Xposure International Photography Festival, organised by the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB). Finalists and winners in photography and…

ABU DHABI, 7th October, 2026 (WAM) –Laziz Kudratov. Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade of the Republic of Uzbekistan, said that his country is working with the UAE to develop the Trans-Afghan Railway, noting that the project represents an opportunity to connect South Asia with the Eurasian continent and enable the transportation of goods from India to Europe around two weeks faster than the traditional route. Speaking during a panel discussion at Investopia Bridge 2026 in Abu Dhabi, he said Uzbekistan is working with its partners, including the UAE and France, to develop projects and initiatives aimed at diversifying trade…

Nearly a decade after Louvre Abu Dhabi opened its doors, the museum looks considerably different from the institution visitors first encountered in 2017. At the time, only around 30 per cent of the artworks displayed belonged to Louvre Abu Dhabi itself, with the remaining 70 per cent largely coming through loans from French museums and regional lenders. Today, nearly two-thirds of the works presented across its four chronological worlds are owned by the Abu Dhabi museum. Now, the woman who previously played a role in building that collection will return to lead its next phase. Dr Souraya Noujaim has been…