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Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other in the world, has announced the resumption of its Abu Dhabi flights starting July 1st 2026, following a temporary suspension of services. The resumption of the flag carrier;s Abu Dhabi flights, following the restart of its Dubai operations on June 9, marks the full restoration of Turkish Airlines; United Arab Emirates network. Flag carrier will also increase its Dubai flight frequency from 7 weekly flights to 14 weekly flights effective June 25, 2026. With services now operating from both Abu Dhabi and Dubai, Turkish Airlines continues to seamlessly conn
Paris, 18 June 2026: With just one day remaining at Eurosatory 2026, the UAE Pavilion has established itself as a premier destination for defence industry leaders and military delegations, attracting high-level visits throughout the week that underscore the UAE;s growing stature as a strategic partner in the global defence landscape. Supported by the UAE Ministry of Defence (MOD) and the Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement, and organised by ADNEC Group, a Modon company, the pavilion has served as a unified showcase of the UAE;s defence capabilities throughout the week, bringing together leading national defence entities under one roof t
Abu Dhabi, 19 June 2026: Under supervision of the Smart and Autonomous Systems Council, and in the presence of Sheikh Hamdan bin Saeed bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi Investment Office, the General Civil Aviation Authority and the Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility) have signed a cooperation agreement to enhance the design, manufacturing and deployment of advanced air mobility solutions. The agreement aims to advance innovation in the sector, align efforts related to design certification and the efficiency of smart aviation systems, and develop regulatory frameworks for sustainable air transport solutions. The initiative suppo
Movement encourages young people to block online bullying, set digital boundaries and help build safer online spaces Abu Dhabi, 19 June 2026: As young people continue to spend more of their lives online, cyberbullying remains one of the most urgent challenges affecting their confidence, wellbeing and sense of safety. To help make positive digital behaviour more visible and culturally relevant, global technology group e&, in collaboration with Dubai-born fashion label Mrs Keepa, has launched CTRL + BLOCK, a youth-focused movement that encourages young people to block online bullying, set boundaries and take control of their online spaces.
Discussions focused on advancing development financing mechanisms to address global economic and climate challenges Strategic priorities for the replenishment of the Concessional Financing Window were reviewed Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini: The UAE believes in the importance of joint action to enhance economies’ ability to adapt to global developments and develop more sustainable development models. Baku, Azerbaijan – 19 June 2026 The United Arab Emirates, represented by the Ministry of Finance, participated in the 2026 Annual Meetings of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, held in Baku, Azerbaijan, from 16 to 19
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Dubai-based sustainability startup The Waste Lab is expanding its operations across the Emirates, capitalizing on a new federal climate law that transforms food waste management from a corporate choice into a legal requirement. The company, which turns food waste into compost, is seeing a surge in demand as businesses race to comply with new regulations. […] The post UAE’s The Waste Lab Scales Up as New Climate Law Makes Food Waste a Corporate Liability first appeared on MENA Startup Digest.
Masdar to acquire 49.99% stake in €849 million, 705 MW operational portfolio with potential for 565 MW of future hybridization growth. Through this transaction, Repsol advances its asset rotation strategy across its renewables portfolio Investment supports Masdar;s strategy to expand portfolio and add high-quality operating assets in key markets Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; Madrid, Spain – June 11, 2026: Repsol, an energy company that provides solutions for all its customers; energy needs and Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company – Masdar, a global renewable energy leader, have signed an agreement for Masdar to acquire a 49.99%
Discussions focus on collaboration in AI, development, zero bureaucracy initiatives, and knowledge exchange Progress reviewed on the National Talent Development Programme with the World Bank Group and preparations for the 2029 World Bank Group-IMF Annual Meetings in Abu Dhabi Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini: Our partnership with the World Bank Group represents an advanced model of international cooperation built on knowledge exchange, capacity building, and innovative development solutions Dubai, United Arab Emirates – June 11, 2026 His Excellency Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, met today w
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 12 June 2026: Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the largest ;premium aluminium; producer in the world, has announced the winners of the latest edition of EGA Aluminium Design and Innovation Challenge, organised in collaboration with the Ministry of Education. The initiative is designed to encourage young people across the UAE to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through innovation and creativity. The EGA Aluminium Design and Innovation Challenge forms part of EGA;s long-running Engineer the Future programme, which aims to inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innov
H.E. Bin Touq highlights the country’s advanced, integrated tourism development model underpinned by partnership, openness, and diversity Abu Dhabi, 12 June 2026 – The UAE delegation, led by H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, participated in the 126th session of the UN Tourism Executive Council in Toledo, Spain. The country reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to supporting international efforts aimed at developing a more sustainable, resilient, and innovative global tourism sector, raising its contribution to economic growth, sustainable development, and community prosperity. During the session, the U
All international visitors flying to Abu Dhabi on Etihad will automatically receive complimentary medical travel insurance for up to 15 days, with no application required Abu Dhabi, UAE – Today, Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, partners with the Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) Abu Dhabi to provide complimentary medical travel insurance with The National Insurance Company – Daman, to all international visitors arriving in Abu Dhabi on Etihad-operated flights. The initiative illustrates the ambition of both Etihad and DCT Abu Dhabi to meet travel demand to Abu Dhabi, with an offering that goes be