Abu Dhabi, 16 April 2026, Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement is participating in the Defence Services Asia (DSA) exhibition, held from 20 to 23 April 2026 in the Malaysian capital Kuala Lumpur, as part of the UAE national pavilion. The move reflects the council’s strategic drive to expand its international footprint and further integrate the UAE’s defence industrial ecosystem into global markets. The exhibition is among Asia’s leading defence and security events, offering a key platform to engage with decision-makers and explore industrial and technological collaboration opportunities. It also provides a gateway for U

Pioneering Robotic Procedure Sets New Standard for Complex Kidney Care in the Region Abu Dhabi, UAE, 16 April 2026 -Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), a flagship hospital in the UAE for serious and complex care and a subsidiary of PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, has performed an emergency robotic urology surgery. This case represents an exceptional milestone in the field of robotic urology. A focused medical literature review reveals only a limited number of comparable emergency robotic procedures performed worldwide, typically at internationally renowned cancer centres. The procedure add

Collaboration drives innovation, training, and the combat capability of the Brazilian Land Force Abu Dhabi, UAE/ São Paulo, Brazil: 16 April 2026 – EDGE, one of the world’s leading defence and advanced technology groups, has established a partnership with the Brazilian Army to create a framework for the experimentation of next-generation weaponry by specialised troops. The partnership includes the evaluation, in rigorous and realistic operational environments, of the CARACAL Assault Rifle CAR 816, chambered in 5.56×45 mm NATO, and the CARACAL Sniper Rifle CSR50, chambered in 12.7×99 mm NATO. The tests will be conducted b

April 16th, 2026 Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sukoon Insurance today announced a landmark initiative offering up to 55% discount on motor insurance premiums for all active UAE Armed Forces personnel, Police Officers, and Firefighters. The exclusive discount, timed to coincide with the UAE’s upcoming 55th anniversary, is a continuation of Sukoon’s recently launched ‘We stand by the UAE’ campaign. As a locally founded institution deeply rooted in the fabric of the nation, Sukoon is uniquely positioned to understand and support the communities it serves. The initiative serves as a tangible expression of solidarity and gratitu

Pets Onboard service becomes more accessible with a special promotional offer Etihad remains the only airline in the UAE to offer pets the option to travel in the cabin Enhanced offering supports growing demand for pet travel Abu Dhabi, UAE – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is making it more accessible for guests to travel with their cats and dogs, introducing a special promotional offer for its existing Pets Onboard service while continuing to deliver the care, comfort and safety that define the Etihad travel experience. Already the only airline in the UAE to offer guests the option to travel with pets i

Abu Dhabi, 13 April 2026: The Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an, an affiliate of the Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi, in partnership with Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), has launched a community initiative to activate a volunteer network to deliver guided tours across key cultural landmarks in Abu Dhabi, empowering community members to create a lasting social impact. As part of the initiative, 280 volunteers dedicated 2,240 hours to guide international visitors impacted by disruptions and delays to their travel plans, around key cultural locations in Saadiyat Island, namely Louvre