The UAE marks International Workers’ Day 2026 in appreciation of the workforce’s contributions to development, while strengthening a work environment that protects rights and supports stability.
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UAE News
UAE Celebrates International Workers’ Day Under the Theme One Family, One Nation
Mohammed bin Rashid: We Are a People Who Never Stop Learning, and Knowledge Took Us from the Desert to Space
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum added: “The goal is to develop specialized expertise in future sectors among these cadres. The goal is for the government to keep learning, without stopping. We are a people who never stop learning, because knowledge is what took us from the simplicity of the desert to the depths of space.”
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Zayed National Museum Marks 50th Anniversary of UAE Armed Forces Unification with Cultural Programme and Special Displays
Zayed National Museum is presenting a cultural programme titled “Journey of Unity Through Time” to mark the anniversary of the UAE Armed Forces unification, highlighting the values of service, belonging and national identity.
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UAE Launches Digital Bank Account Opening Service for Visitors Through Tourist Identity
The Central Bank of the UAE has completed the Tourist Identity initiative in cooperation with the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security and Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, enabling non-resident visitors to open digital bank accounts instantly and securely.
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The UAE as a Global Model in Using Agentic AI to Advance Government Work
A World Economic Forum report highlights the UAE’s experience in using agentic AI to advance government work through the government HR assistant and more efficient digital services.
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Emirates Completes First Starlink Installation on Its Airbus A380
Emirates has completed the first Starlink installation on one of its Airbus A380 aircraft, marking a new step in its plan to offer faster, free inflight Wi-Fi across its fleet.
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Mohammed bin Rashid Launches the World’s Largest Endowment-Based Date Factory
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, may God protect him, announced the launch of work on a new global humanitarian project: the establishment of the world’s largest endowment-based date-processing factory, aimed at supporting efforts to combat hunger and malnutrition in the world’s most vulnerable regions.
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Wadhaa Al Mutawa: An Emirati Mother Who Overcame Challenges and Was Crowned Ideal Mother of 2026
The inspiring story of Emirati mother Wadhaa Mohammed Al Mutawa, who raised six children, including two People of Determination, and built her family on patience, faith, love, and resilience.
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Abu Dhabi to Dubai Travel Time to Drop to 50 Minutes Under UAE Transport Expansion Plan
The UAE is moving ahead with major transport and infrastructure projects worth AED 170 billion, including road upgrades, public transport development, and Etihad Rail expansion that will cut travel time between Abu Dhabi and Dubai to just 50 minutes.
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Mohammad Al Gergawi: Gulf Influencers Confirms the Gulf States Position as Incubators for Youth and Fertile Ground for Creative Minds
The UAE will host the “Gulf Influencers” event in Dubai on April 27, bringing together more than 1,000 media professionals, thinkers, and content creators to discuss a stronger Gulf narrative and the future of digital media.
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Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport Opens Its Doors to Visitors With New Shopping Pass
Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi is now welcoming non-travellers through a new Shopping Pass, giving UAE residents the chance to shop, dine and explore the award-winning terminal without booking a flight.
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Mohammad Al Gergawi: The UAE Continues to Strengthen a Unique Government Model Built on Integration and Team Spirit
Mohammad Al Gergawi said during the Next Government Priorities Forum that the UAE is continuing to strengthen a distinctive government model based on integration, teamwork, future foresight, and flexible priorities that support readiness for the next phase.
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General News
The latest updates to the Nafis program focus on empowering Emiratis professionally, supporting long-term career growth, and expanding eligibility in line with the UAE’s family and workforce development goals.
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Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment won first place globally in the public sector category at the Global Innovation Awards for its Smart Housing Experience initiative.
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The UAE passport has climbed to second place globally in the 2026 Henley Passport Index, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 187 destinations and reinforcing the country’s growing international standing.
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Dr. Noha Al Zaabi receives a WHO regional award, recognizing her efforts in advancing research and improving care for people with Down syndrome.
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Explore how the Nafis program is transforming the UAE labor market, boosting Emirati employment, supporting private sector growth, and shaping a sustainable workforce through 2040.
Oil pricing explained: from early company-set prices to global benchmarks, Gulf market influence, and the UAE’s role in shaping Murban crude and modern energy pricing systems.
At the dawn of the new millennium, the telecommunications sector in the United Arab Emirates witnessed significant transformations due to rapid economic and technological expansion. In this context, Du Company was established in 2006 as the second telecommunications operator in the local market
The launch of the “End of Life” campaign by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum reflects the UAE’s deeply rooted humanitarian approach
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, affirmed that the launch of the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development’s “Abu Dhabi Global Water Platform” reflects the UAE’s approach to supporting global partnerships aimed at achieving sustainable development for the peoples of the world.
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