The 8th Korean Film Festival, organised by The Embassy of the Republic of Korea to the UAE and the Korean Cultural Centre, is making a grand return to Abu Dhabi and Dubai this July.
First round of Khaled bin Mohammed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship sees flying start in Abu Dhabi
The first round of the Khaled bin Mohammed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship kicked off with fervour at Mubadala Arena in Zayed Sports City on Friday.
AD Ports Group, International Trade Centre sign strategic agreement to enhance trade facilitation initiatives
AD Ports Group and the International Trade Centre (ITC), the joint agency of the United Nations and the World Trade Organization (WTO)
Canadian WestJet strike forces cancellation of 150 flights impacting 20,000 passengers
Canadian airline WestJet announced it had cancelled 150 flights on Saturday— possibly affecting 20,000 travellers "with limited re-accommodation options available" — just hours after the airline's mechanics said they would strike.
OFID approves US$605 million in new development financing
The OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) approved $605 million in fresh financing on Wednesday to grow its portfolio and activities.
Sultan Al Qasimi renames Sharjah Police Science Academy
H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued an Emiri Decree renaming the Sharjah Police Science Academy.
Abu Dhabi, Fujairah Tourism Departments to boost museum visits, knowledge exchange
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and the Fujairah Tourism and Antiquities Department today signed a Memorandum of Understanding to facilitate knowledge sharing and attract more visitors to their museums, boosting tourism and driving economic growth in both emirates.
Dubai Chamber of Commerce launches Colombian Business Council
Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced the establishment of the Colombian Business Council to strengthen bilateral trade and investment relations and pave the way for more joint opportunities between private sector companies in Dubai and Colombia.
Sharjah Ruler’s Court mourns Sheikha Noura bint Saeed Al Qasimi
The court of H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, mourned the passing of Sheikha Noura bint Saeed bin Hamad Al Qasimi, mother of Sheikh Saeed bin Saqr Al Qasimi and Sheikh Haitham bin Saqr Al Qasimi, who passed away on Wednesday.
24th scientific session of Islamic Forum to kick off June 29 in Sharjah
The 24th scientific session of the Islamic Forum will begin on 29th June at Al Maghfira Mosque in Sharjah, under the theme "And urge each other to compassion."