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UAE President appoints Dr Sabaa Salem Al Kaabi as Secretary‑General of Council for Fatwa

President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed has issued a Federal Decree appointing Dr Sabaa Salem Al Kaabi as Secretary‑General of the UAE Council for Fatwa. He served as acting secretary‑general and holds a doctorate from MBZ University for Humanities.

UAE President meets German business leaders during state visit

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met German business leaders in Berlin to discuss strengthening investment, trade and co‑operation in innovation, technology and energy.

Khalifa Fund opens NEXUS applications for Emirati founders until 20 September

Khalifa Fund’s NEXUS AI incubator at MZN Hub Abu Dhabi is open to Emirati founders until 20 September. Thirty startups will join a free, equity‑free programme with mentoring, AI tracks and investor showcases.

Abu Dhabi Police commander-in-chief hosts Egyptian ambassador to discuss security cooperation

Major General Ahmed Saif bin Zaitoon Al Muhairi received Egypt’s Ambassador Essam Ashour at Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters to discuss cooperation and exchange of policing expertise.

UAE National Pavilion concludes Al Alamein Airshow participation

The UAE National Pavilion — organised by Abu Dhabi’s ADNEC Group — closed its Al Alamein Airshow 2026 run after 3,805 visitors, 136 meetings and two memoranda of understanding.

UAE President visits German Bundestag to deepen parliamentary ties

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed visited the German Bundestag on 10 September 2026, meeting Bundestag President Julia Klöckner to emphasise parliamentary cooperation and shared values.

Exhibitors to offer 35% discount at 35th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair

Exhibitors at the 35th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair will offer a 35% discount on books across the event (13–18 Sept 2026) via the ADIBF digital payment system.

UAE and CCPIT launch China–UAE Business Advisory Committee to boost private‑sector ties

The UAE and CCPIT have signed an MoU to establish the China–UAE Business Advisory Committee, creating a business‑led platform to deepen investment ties and enable direct private‑sector engagement.

Fifth Young Arab Diplomatic Leaders programme welcomed to Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi hosted the fifth Young Arab Diplomatic Leaders Programme, welcoming 53 emerging diplomats from 15+ Arab countries and showcasing the Ministry’s Smart Mission consular prototype.

On behalf of the President, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi leads UAE delegation at 18th BRICS Summit

H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan is leading the UAE delegation to the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on 12–13 September 2026 to discuss finance, energy transition and cooperation.

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