Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA) together with JERA Co., Inc, Japan's largest power generation company and Al Bawani Capital, a subsidiary of AlBawani Holding, announced that they have entered into two 25-year power purchase agreements (PPAs) with Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC) on a build, own and operate basis, to develop two new greenfield combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) power projects with a total power generation capacity of over 3.6 GW in Saudi Arabia.
UAE to face Qatar tomorrow in AFC Asian Qualifiers
The UAE national football team will take on Qatar tomorrow, Tuesday, at Al Nahyan Stadium in Abu Dhabi at 20:00 UAE time, in the sixth round of Group A of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26.
Ras Al Khaimah to showcase developmental growth at Global Media Congress
Ras Al Khaimah is set to highlight its cross-sector development and livability agenda through Ras Al Khaimah Government Media Office’s (RAKGMO) participation at Global Media Congress (GMC), to be held in Abu Dhabi under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court.
DCT Abu Dhabi, National Library and Archives to enhance knowledge exchange
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and the National Library and Archives, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding that will support greater cultural collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Rabdan Academy launches programme in Specialised Defence, Security Translation
Rabdan Academy has launched the Specialised Translation in Defence and Security programme. The programme aims to qualify national translators with expertise in simultaneous and consecutive translation, specifically for field training within the security and defence sectors.
Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi holds official talks with President of Brazil
H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has held a session of official talks with Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil.
Mariam Almheiri shines spotlight on agricultural innovation at COP29
Mariam Almheiri, Head of International Affairs at the Presidential Court, has affirmed the importance of partnerships and technological breakthroughs in transforming food systems for a changing climate, during her participation in a series of pivotal events as part of COP29 in Baku.
UAQ Ruler receives Kuwait’s Consul-General
H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu'alla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain, today received at the Emiri Court, Ali Salem Al Thayedi, Consul-General of Kuwait to the UAE, to mark the end of his tenure.
Ajman real estate transactions reach AED1.83 billion in October
Omar bin Omair Al Muhairi, Director-General of Ajman's Department of Land and Real Estate Regulation, announced that the emirate recorded 1,531 real estate transactions in October, with a total value of AED1.83 billion, a growth exceeding 4.57% compared to the same period in 2023.
Mohammed bin Rashid launches AED2 billion Dubai Police projects to boost security, community wellbeing
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has launched a series of strategic Dubai Police projects valued at AED2 billion. These initiatives aim to bolster security and safety, invest in specialised police training, and enhance employee wellbeing through housing projects designed to promote family stability.