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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

A new report from global digital payments firm Checkout.com has revealed a striking trend in the UAE, where consumers are embracing AI-driven shopping assistants at a pace far exceeding other global markets. The research highlights a significant gap between this surging consumer demand and the underlying infrastructure needed to support what it calls “agentic commerce.” […] The post UAE Leads Global AI Shopping Adoption, With 64% Trusting Bots Over Family, Finds Checkout.com first appeared on MENA Startup Digest.

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Abu Dhabi, UAE: 15 May 2026 — The inaugural edition of the AI Security Forum is set to debut as part of the International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience (ISNR 2026), taking place at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi from 19 to 21 May. Organised by ADNEC Group, a Modon company, in collaboration with the UAE Ministry of Interior (MOI) and in strategic partnership with Abu Dhabi Police, the three-day forum provides a strategic platform to explore the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in reshaping national security frameworks and enhancing their readiness to address evolving security threats. With the global surge in integrat

Abu Dhabi, 15 May 2026: Emirates College for Advanced Education signed an agreement with Zayed Authority for People of Determination to strengthen an effective partnership that contributes to the development of specialised professional programmes, enhancing quality systems, building national capacities, and supporting curricula, educational programmes, and scientific research. The partnership aims to create sustainable impact across the education and training sectors for People of Determination in the UAE. The agreement outlines the establishment of cooperation frameworks in designing and developing specialised training programmes aligned

Activating the ‘4-Corner’ eInvoicing model ahead of the pilot phase in July 2026, as part of the 5-Corner Model, with the 5th corner coming soon. Exploring the system objectives and selection process for Accredited Service Providers via the EmaraTax platform System supports digital transformation and enhances efficiency of financial transactions and tax compliance Younis Haji AlKhoori: eInvoicing is a practical step towards a more efficient and future-ready financial ecosystem Abdulaziz Al Mulla: The eInvoicing system contributes to enhancing voluntary tax compliance electronically through secure and effective mecha

Abu Dhabi, UAE, 4 May 2026 – Edelman Smithfield has announced a series of senior promotions and appointments across its Middle East business, reflecting its focus on building talent and leadership in the region. These moves underscore the firm’s commitment to developing senior expertise and strengthening its capabilities across key client accounts. Dhanya Issac has been promoted to Managing Director, Edelman Smithfield Middle East. In this expanded regional role, she will continue to lead the firm’s Capital Markets advisory offering, while playing a broader role in strengthening Edelman Smithfield’s financial communicatio

Abu Dhabi, UAE: 12 May 2026 – EDGE and ADNOC have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under which EDGE will deliver capability development training to ADNOC employees through BRIDGE;s advanced training and support programmes. BRIDGE, the Group’s strategic enabler for advancing technologies from development to production, industrialisation and operational excellence, has successfully trained more than 450 ADNOC employees under a previous contract, equipping them with practical AI knowledge, leadership skills, and tools to support data-driven decision-making and digital transformation. Under this agreement, BRIDGE will suppor

Abu Dhabi, 12 May 2026: Abu Dhabi will host the inaugural Abu Dhabi Global Sustainable Security Summit 2026, accompanying the International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience (ISNR 2026). The summit is organised by the Ministry of Interior and Rabdan Academy, in collaboration with ADNEC Group, and will take place from 19 to 21 May 2026 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The summit represents a new international platform launched in response to the rapidly evolving global security landscape and the growing need to strengthen international cooperation and build more resilient and sustainable security systems. It aims to bring together d

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Figures indicate ridership growth of over 13% compared to last year Dubai. Roads and Transport Authority. 1st January 2026: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) transported more than 2.8 million passengers during New Year’s Eve 2026 celebrations, achieving ridership growth of over 13% compared to last year’s over 2.5 riders. This was delivered as part of an integrated traffic and operational plan that included the management and regulation of traffic movement and implementation of temporary road closures across the Emirate, in direct coordination with Dubai Event Security Committee, as well as relevant authorities and strategi