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Hazza bin Zayed offers condolences on the passing of national duty martyr Saeed Abdalla Alshamsi

His Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, has offered condolences on the passing of national duty hero Officer Cadet Saeed Abdalla Alshamsi, martyred during an official training mission in the UAE.His…

‘Education in the Service of the Family’ conference concludes in Abu Dhabi

A three-day Abu Dhabi conference called for stronger ties between families and schools, proposing AI platforms, curriculum impact indicators and National Family Readiness reports.

Etihad signs air‑rail MoU as ATM 2026 draws buyers from 115+ countries

Etihad Airways and Etihad Rail signed an MoU at ATM 2026 to explore an integrated air‑rail travel experience, amid national launches including Visit UAE and the UAE Grand Tour.

Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre launches ‘Here… They Have a Story’ book

The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre has published ‘Here… They Have a Story’ at ADIBF, showcasing community-authored real-life accounts from over 247 submissions across many nationalities.

EDGE and Hanwha sign Term Sheet to deepen UAE integrated air‑defence cooperation

EDGE and Hanwha signed a Term Sheet in Abu Dhabi to cooperate on the UAE’s integrated air‑defence, exploring joint venture possibilities, local production and phased localisation.

UAE and Senegal presidents meet in Abu Dhabi to deepen cooperation

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed received Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye in Abu Dhabi to discuss investment, development, regional issues and co‑hosting the 2026 UN Water Conference.

Special Olympics UAE heads to Cairo for second phase of 10th MENA Regional Games

Special Olympics UAE sends a 28‑member delegation, including 15 athletes, to the Cairo phase of the 10th MENA Regional Games, competing in gymnastics, powerlifting and equestrian.

Abdullah bin Zayed receives US President’s Senior Advisor for Arab and African Affairs

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed met Massad Boulos in Abu Dhabi to discuss UAE–US strategic ties, the partnership in Africa, regional developments and joint efforts to bolster security and development.

Schneider Electric unveils AI study and new Innovation Hub at Abu Dhabi summit

Schneider Electric released its 2026 Industrial AI in CPG Study: UAE and opened a 3,000‑sq‑m Innovation Hub at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, finding UAE manufacturers adopt AI faster than the global average.

Aldar launches Talay, first residential community at Marsa Al Saadiyat

Aldar has launched Talay, 351 standalone villas—the first residential community at Marsa Al Saadiyat. Sales open 23 Sept; the project features art by Abdalla Almulla and ties to an Etihad Rail TOD.