Washington: Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Executive Affairs Authority, engaged in significant discussions with key Trump Administration officials in Washington, D.C., from April 23 to 24, 2025, focusing on UAE investment plans. According to Emirates News Agency, the meetings were part of ongoing efforts to strengthen cooperation and advance shared strategic objectives between the UAE and the United States. Al Mubarak’s visit follows up on the initiatives addressed during the official visit of H.H. Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Adviser, to Washington, D.C., in March. These initiatives aim to

Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in collaboration with Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE’s national railway network, has officially opened a 1.8 km, signal-controlled flyover with a three-lane capacity. This new infrastructure is designed to improve traffic flow on Al Yalayis Street, facilitating movement to and from Dubai Investment Park. According to Emirates News Agency, the flyover also includes a right-turn slip road for vehicles coming from Dubai, providing access to the park, as well as a right-turn slip road for those exiting towards Sheikh Zayed Road. This development aims to optimise traffic movement and

Abu Dhabi: The UAE has condemned in the strongest terms the terrorist attack that targeted military sites in the north of the Republic of Benin, which resulted in the death of dozens of soldiers. Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, emphasized the UAE’s strong condemnation of these criminal acts and its permanent rejection of all forms of violence and terrorism aimed at undermining security and stability in contravention of international law. According to Emirates News Agency, Sheikh Shakhboot expressed his sincerest condolences and sympathy to the government and people of Benin and to the families of the

Dubai: H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Olympic Committee and Vice Chairman of Dubai Health Board of Directors, attended The Hope Run, a charitable event organized by Al Jalila Foundation. The event took place in collaboration with the Dubai Healthcare City Authority and with support from the Dubai Sports Council. According to Emirates News Agency, the event was held at the Dubai Healthcare City Phase 2 Promenade in Al Jaddaf and attracted over 1,500 participants, including 300 children, who ran distances ranging from 1 to 3 kilometers. The Hope Run was organized in

Al Ain: H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, has attended a reception held to celebrate a group wedding organised by Al Nyadat tribe. The celebration marked the marriages of 26 grooms from the Al Nyadat tribe and 34 grooms from other tribes across Al Ain Region. According to Emirates News Agency, H.H. Sheikh Hazza congratulated the newlyweds and their families, wishing them happiness and success in building strong, loving families that contribute to the foundation of a stable and cohesive society. H.H. Sheikh Hazza affirmed the importance of group weddings and other community-driven

Al Ain: H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, attended a wedding reception hosted by Abdulla Saeed Nuhail Al Nuaimi for the marriage of his son Saeed to the daughter of Hamad Mubarak bin Raghash Al Shamsi. According to Emirates News Agency, H.H. Sheikh Hazza congratulated the newlyweds and their families, wishing them a happy and prosperous married life. The event took place at Al Khabisi Wedding Hall in Al Ain City. The reception saw the attendance of several senior officials, along with guests, well-wishers, and relatives of the bride and groom, who gathered

Al Ain: His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, attended the mass wedding organised by the Al-Niyadat tribe at Al-Dhahir Wedding Hall in Al Ain City. The event featured the participation of 60 grooms and took place in conjunction with the Year of Community. According to Emirates News Agency, the celebration included traditional, poetic, and popular performances that reflect Emirati cultural heritage. These performances added an atmosphere of joy and pride in national identity. The group wedding was organised to promote social cohesion, support family stability, and facilitate

New Delhi: India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has directed all airlines operating international flights into and out of India to implement enhanced handling measures with immediate effect to ensure continued passenger comfort and safety. This comes in response to recent international airspace closures and overflight restrictions in the South Asian region, which have led to significant route alterations. According to Emirates News Agency, the DGCA has emphasized that the altered flight routes have resulted in extended flight durations and the possibility of technical stops. To address these changes, airlines are required to proactively inform passengers about any route