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SHARJAH, 25th October, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) announced the commissioning of two new 33 kV electricity distribution substations: a substation operating under an advanced pilot system and the first phase of the Industrial Area 3 “A” substation. The second phase of the Industrial Area 3 “A” substation is approximately 95% complete. Work is also underway on 15 substations with a voltage of 33/11 kV, at a total cost of AED381,513,038. Four additional substations within these projects are scheduled for completion this year. The projects will enhance the reliability and efficiency of the electricity distribution…
DUBAI, 25th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Police have introduced a new JETOUR G700 patrol vehicle to strengthen security, improve emergency response and provide assistance to visitors at desert tourism destinations ahead of the winter season. The four-wheel drive vehicle, designed to operate across sandy terrain and challenging desert conditions, was unveiled at Al Marmoom Oasis as part of a collaboration between the Tourist Police Department at Dubai Police’s General Department of Criminal Investigation and JETOUR. The initiative comes as Dubai prepares for increased visitor activity at desert attractions during the cooler months, particularly on weekends and public holidays. The…
HONG KONG, 25th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Dubai Centre for Family Businesses, which operates under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, organised a visit to Hong Kong recently for a delegation of 15 leaders and senior representatives from Dubai-based family businesses. The visit aimed to promote knowledge exchange and provide insights into international best practices in family business governance, sustainability, succession planning, and intergenerational wealth transfer. It also sought to strengthen ties and explore opportunities for cooperation between family businesses in Dubai and Hong Kong. The programme included visits to the Hong Kong Academy for Wealth Legacy, Kee Wah Group,…
ABU DHABI, 25th October, 2026 (WAM) — ADNOC today unveiled more than AED60 billion in local manufacturing opportunities through 2030 alongside a comprehensive transformation of its procurement, supplier registration and In-Country Value (ICV) frameworks, accelerating the conversion of its business growth into industrial investment, skilled jobs and stronger supply chains in the UAE. Announced at the second Make it with ADNOC Forum, held in the lead up to ADIPEC at Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi, the measures give manufacturers, suppliers and investors greater visibility of future demand and a faster, clearer route to compete for ADNOC’s business. They combine opportunities…
SHARJAH, 25th October, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), represented by Sharjah Export Development Centre, concluded its trade mission to Ethiopia after holding a bilateral business forum, conducting B2B meetings and engaging with Ethiopian companies to explore potential partnerships across key sectors. Held under the theme “Fostering New Partnerships and Driving the Future Together”, the mission formed part of SCCI’s efforts to enhance trade and investment ties between Sharjah and Ethiopia and unlock new opportunities for Sharjah-based businesses to expand into African markets. During the mission, Sharjah Chamber engaged with several Ethiopian ministers and senior government…
DUBAI, 25th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority (DECCA) unveiled details of the Dubai Food Security Strategy 2030, approved by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai. The strategy aims to ensure the availability of sufficient and safe food for all Dubai residents, supporting the objectives of the UAE National Food Security Strategy 2051 and bolstering the UAE’s position in the Global Food Security Index (GFSI) and the Resilient Food Systems…
ABU DHABI, 25th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, said that the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) signed today between the United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Benin is expected to increase UAE exports to Benin by more than USD 1 billion by 2033, while boosting Benin’s exports to the UAE by more than USD 100 million over the same period. This will create new opportunities for trade and investment cooperation between the two countries. In a statement to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), he explained that the agreement provides for…
SHARJAH, 25th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Regional Office of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) will organise the ICESCO Regional Family Forum 2026 on 28 and 29 October under the theme ‘The family… a balance that shapes the future’. The forum will bring together leading policymakers, experts, academics, researchers, representatives of government institutions and regional and international organisations, as well as media professionals, young people and families. It will provide a regional platform for dialogue, knowledge-sharing and exploring the future of the family amid rapid social and digital transformations. The forum aims to examine the…
AJMAN, 25th October, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Ajman, the winners of the third edition of the Humaid bin Rashid International Sustainability Award will be announced and honoured during the Eighth Ajman International Environment Conference 2026, organised by Ajman Municipality & Planning Department on 28 and 29 October. The Award recognises contributions to supporting sustainability and advancing innovative environmental practices. Its announcement coincides with the Conference, which is being held under the theme, “From Commitment to Implementation: Towards Sustainability, Enhanced Climate Resilience and…
ABU DHABI, 25th October, 2026 (WAM) – The United Arab Emirates strengthened its presence in the global economic and financial system through its participation in the 2026 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group, held in Bangkok, Thailand, from 12 to 18 October. The meetings featured a series of bilateral discussions, international engagements and significant achievements that reflected the strength of the UAE’s financial sector, as well as the country’s commitment to expanding its strategic partnerships and supporting global financial stability. The UAE’s participation in these meetings underscores its commitment to supporting global financial…