Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, along with investment group Carlyle, has made a takeover offer exceeding $36 billion for the Australian oil and gas company Santos. This significant bid has received support from the Santos board, but there remains uncertainty about whether the deal will ultimately be finalized. The proposed acquisition highlights the growing interest...
The Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has been officially designated by the World Health Organization (WHO) as the first Collaborating Centre in the Middle East focused on research related to emerging respiratory viruses. This designation marks a significant milestone in the region’s efforts to enhance public health and disease prevention strategies. The new collaboration aims...
In a move to support the knowledge economy and boost investment in national talents, the Centre for a Quarter Century of Science and Technology in Sharjah has announced the launch of the “Scientific Residency” program. This initiative, which operates under the slogan “Research with Impact,” is designed as an intensive national research experience lasting one...
Sharjah Media City (Shams) has entered into a memorandum of understanding with FANN (Sharjah Media Arts for Youth and Children) to enhance support for media and artistic talent in the region. The agreement was signed by His Excellency Rashid Abdullah Al Obaid, Director General of Shams, and Sheikha Jawaher bint Abdullah Al Qasimi, Director General...
At the prestigious 55th Paris Air Show, which is taking place from June 16 to June 19, 2025, Saudi Arabia and Panama finalized a significant bilateral air services agreement. The agreement was signed by Abdulaziz Al-Duailej, the president of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), representing a major advance in...
The United States Artificial Intelligence Institute (USAII) Conference 2025 officially began today, June 17, in partnership with NGN International. The event, held at the Awal Ballroom of the Gulf Hotel Bahrain, is centered around the theme “AI Innovations, Ethics, and Digital Transformation: Towards Excellence and Strategic Growth.” This conference acts as an essential platform for...
Mariam Almheiri, the head of International Affairs at the UAE Presidential Court, stated that the UAE can make artificial intelligence (AI) as significant as the internet through its partnerships, regulatory framework, and energy infrastructure. She expressed these views during a panel discussion at the Atlantic Council Global Energy Forum in Washington on Tuesday. According to...
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call today from His Excellency Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, the President of the Republic of Türkiye. During their conversation, the two leaders focused on ongoing cooperation and joint efforts between their nations across various fields. They also reviewed several regional and international issues...
The Influencers Hub and TikTok have announced the launch of “CreatorsHQxTikTok#,” the first regional training camp. This initiative takes place at the Influencers Hub, which is the first dedicated space for influencers in the UAE and the Middle East, operating under the Visionaries Group, the largest content management and development platform in the UAE. The...
Abu Dhabi will host the global tour of the “Harry Potter” exhibition, marking its first appearance in the Middle East. The exhibition is set to open at Manarat Al Saadiyat on Saadiyat Island on July 25. Visitors to the exhibition will embark on a comprehensive journey behind the scenes, celebrating iconic moments, characters, and locations...