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SHARJAH, 27th September, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) has successfully issued a US$500 million five-year Sukuk amid strong investor demand. The issuance attracted an order book of US$1.3 billion, representing 2.6 times the issue size. The Sukuk was priced at a final yield of 5.85 percent, equivalent to a spread of 105 bps over five-year US Treasuries, marking SIB’s thirteenth Sukuk issuance since it entered the capital markets in 2006, reaffirming its continued presence in international Sukuk markets and its experience in executing successful issuances across different market cycles. Mohamed Abdalla, CEO of Sharjah Islamic Bank, said the…
Taylor Swift is having another good year — just months after her lavish wedding to Travis Kelce, the pop superstar on Sunday made history by becoming the most awarded artist at the MTV Video Music Awards.Taylor Swift had been even with Beyonce for the most Moonman statuettes with 30, but broke the tie with the inaugural Artist Director Honors, bestowed on “The Fate of Ophelia” singer for her work behind the camera on visual storytelling.She also won Video of the Year, which she dedicated to country legend Dolly Parton, praising the recently deceased performer’s music and saying “every single song…
ABU DHABI, 27th September, 2026 (WAM) — Hamid Saif Al Zaabi, President of the Middle East and North Africa Financial Action Task Force (MENAFATF), stressed that effective anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CFT) systems depend on coordinated national efforts and regional and international cooperation. He emphasised the importance of translating standards and evaluations into practical outcomes that protect the financial system and deprive criminal networks of the funds that enable them to sustain and expand their activities. He was speaking during the session “Following the Money to Disrupt Transnational Organised Crime,” held as part of the 15th United Nations Congress…
NAGOYA, 27th September, 2026 (WAM) — UAE national athletics team athlete Mariam Kareem advanced to the women’s 400m hurdles final at the 20th Asian Games Aichi–Nagoya 2026 after topping her heat and the overall qualifying standings on Sunday with a personal-best time of 55.14 seconds. The UAE had opened its medal account at the Games through Sulaiman Abdulrahman, who claimed silver in the men’s 400m final with a time of 44.99 seconds. During Sunday’s athletics programme, SulaimanAbdulrahman was presented with the silver medal he won in the men’s 400m on Saturday, receiving the UAE’s first medal of the Asian Games…
ABU DHABI,27th September, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikha Mariam bint Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice Chairperson of the Education, Human Development and Community Development Council (EHCD), chaired a workshop organised by the Ministry of Family as part of the Council’s Social Sector Committee in Abu Dhabi. The workshop brought together leaders from relevant entities to discuss priorities for a national strategy for People of Determination, proposed programmes and initiatives, as well as implementation mechanisms. Discussions focused on advancing the empowerment and active participation of People of Determination, enhancing their quality of life and supporting their families. The workshop provided…
NEW YORK, 27th September, 2026 (WAM) — Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, concluded a series of high-level engagements on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, reinforcing the UAE’s position as a trusted global partner for trade, investment and economic cooperation. Across the week, Al Zeyoudi participated in ministerial meetings, investor roundtables, and business council engagements focused on expanding trade and investment flows, supporting sustainable development, advancing digital innovation and strengthening economic ties with partners around the world. Commenting on the UAE’s participation, Al Zeyoudi said, “The UAE’s active participation…
ABU DHABI, 27th September, 2026 (WAM) — Sulaiman Al Jabrin, Executive Secretary of the Middle East and North Africa Financial Action Task Force (MENAFATF), affirmed that the proactive approach adopted by the United Arab Emirates in combating crime and financial crime has an impact that extends beyond the country itself to the region and the global financial system, given the UAE’s status as a global financial hub. In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) during his participation in the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice – Abu Dhabi 2026, Al Jabrin said that the UAE’s…
NEW YORK, 27th September, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates hosted a Youth Dialogue event on the sidelines of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 81) in New York, with H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, in attendance. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) organised the Youth Dialogue at the UAE Permanent Mission to the United Nations in New York, bringing together 52 youth delegates from 10 countries: the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Lebanese Republic, the United States, the People’s Republic of China, the Republic of…
BRUSSELS, 27th September, 2026 (WAM) — The number of fatal accidents at work in the European Union reached 3,367 in 2024, an increase of 1.4 percent, or 45 additional deaths, compared with 2023. By contrast, the number of non-fatal accidents at work fell to around 2.78 million, down 1.5 percent, or 43,742 fewer accidents than in the previous year. Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union, said the construction sector recorded the highest number of fatal accidents at work in 2024, with 776 deaths, compared with 802 in 2023. It was followed by transport and storage with 537 deaths…
ABU DHABI, 27th September, 2026 (WAM) — Counsellor Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi, Attorney-General of the UAE, participated today in two High-Level Segment Thematic Meetings at the 15th UN Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice – Abu Dhabi 2026, highlighting the UAE’s approach to advancing access to justice and strengthening international cooperation against organised fraud. The meetings were entitled “Advancing Access to Justice for Effective and Fair Criminal Justice Systems: Global Advances and National Action” and “Beyond the Summit: Leading the Charge Against Organised Fraud”. During the first meeting, Al Shamsi highlighted the importance of placing people at the…