Economy
AquaIndex to Launch Pioneering Water Token for UAE Market
AquaIndex announces plans to launch a regional water token for the UAE, positioning Dubai as a global centre for digital water asset trading and management.
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Economy
Economy
Eleven leading Dubai enterprises commit to Agentic AI integration
Eleven prominent Dubai enterprises pledge to integrate Agentic AI technologies, marking a significant milestone in the emirate's digital transformation strategy.
Energy
UAE Embassy in Malé convenes energy cooperation roundtable with Maldives
UAE and Maldives explore renewable energy cooperation and infrastructure development through diplomatic roundtable addressing island nation energy challenges.
Sport
UAE Team Emirates-XRG Unveils Distinguished Line-up for Tour of Guangxi
UAE Team Emirates-XRG announces its elite roster for the Tour of Guangxi, featuring returning champions and emerging talent as the 2026 UCI WorldTour season reaches its crescendo.
Sport
UAE Takes Historic Step with Official World Gymnastics Membership
The UAE's Gymnastics Committee secures official World Gymnastics membership, enabling elite international competition and talent development across the emirates.
Education
Thirty-two Emirati Experts Develop Artificial Intelligence Projects to Advance National Priorities
Thirty-two Emirati experts are developing artificial intelligence projects to advance national priorities, with presentations and evaluation scheduled for January 2027.
Economy
UAE Cabinet Approves AED292.5 Billion Federal Budget for 2027–2029
The UAE Cabinet has approved the federal general budget for 2027–2029, totalling AED292.5 billion, representing a 28.3% increase on the previous period.
Arts & Culture
Abu Dhabi Festival 2026: A Triumphant Artistic Season
The 23rd edition of Abu Dhabi Festival presents an extraordinary programme of opera, ballet, orchestral concerts and cross-cultural artistic collaborations.
Arts & Culture
Bach’s Well-Tempered Clavier in Full Splendour at Abu Dhabi Festival
Pianist Minsoo Sohn brings his Arab world premiere performance of Bach's complete Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I to the Cultural Foundation this December.
Arts & Culture
Abu Dhabi Festival Returns for its 23rd Edition with a Glorious Musical Inauguration
The UAE National Orchestra and Maestro François López-Ferrer usher in the Festival's grand return at Etihad Arena.