DUBAI, 19th June, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates has announced that it is expanding its operations in Ghana with the introduction of four additional weekly services between Dubai and Accra from 12th July 2026. The new service will complement Emirates’ existing daily operation and the sustained growth in air travel demand to and from Accra, which continues to experience high seat occupancy year-round. The new service is optimally timed to connect travellers from Accra to key commercial and tourist hubs including Beijing, Seoul, Sydney, Perth, Mumbai, Singapore, New York JFK and Jeddah. The newly added service will also offer travellers a…
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WASHINGTON — A new round of direct set to take place on Friday between the United States and Iran in Switzerland have been postponed after US Vice President JD Vance delayed a planned trip to Geneva. Talkswere abruptly canceled as Israel and Hezbollah traded their most violent strikes since the ceasefire was established. The talks were set to begin in the Swiss village of Obbürgen two days after the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that opened a 60-day window to negotiate a permanent understanding over Iran’s nuclear program, while getting oil traffic moving through the Strait of Hormuz.…
ABU DHABI, 19th June, 2026 (WAM) — AD Ports Group has launched integrated logistics services connecting Khalifa Port with Umm Qasr Port in Iraq, reinforcing the Group’s commitment to enhancing regional connectivity and supporting existing trade corridors. The new service addresses growing container and Ro-Ro cargo volumes through a direct weekly shipping service linking Khalifa Port and Umm Qasr Port, thereby enhancing trade flows between Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, and the UAE and wider GCC markets, while further strengthening regional connectivity with Türkiye and Europe. Captain Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi, Managing Director and Group CEO of AD Ports Group, said, “AD…
ABU DHABI, 19th June, 2026 (WAM) — Aldar has announced the launch of The Orchids at Yas Acres, a new gated residential community on Yas Island, designed for modern family living and set within a masterplan already established as one of Yas Island’s most sought-after communities. Comprising 217 spacious homes, including two- and three-bedroom townhouses and three-, four- and five-bedroom villas. Yas Acres is a thriving, well-established community recognised for its elevated amenities and family-friendly lifestyle at the centre of Yas Island. This appeal is reflected in resident feedback, with Yas Acres achieving a Net Promoter Score (NPS) of +49…
Ericsson recently named David Hammarwall, an executive within its Americas division, to lead its Business Area Networks division. This change comes as the previous networks chief, Per Narvinger, is lined up to replace Borje Ekholm as CEO. Hammarwall is currently head of Customer Unit T-Mobile in Market Area Americas, a position he has held since 2023. He joined Ericsson in 2007 and worked in various roles including as the heads of Product Area Networks, Product Line Radio and Product Line 5G RAN. The appointment is due to take effect on 1 October 2026, when current Networks chief Narvinger steps into…
Q Mobility has announced the launch of its Free Flow Paid Parking System at Mushrif Mall in partnership with Line Investments & Property Sole Proprietorship LLC, as part of efforts to enhance the visitor experience through smart parking technology. The system will become operational on June 23, allowing motorists to pay parking fees automatically through their Darb wallets without the need for payment machines, tickets, or SMS transactions. Using artificial intelligence and automatic license plate recognition, the system records the time a vehicle enters and exits the parking facility, then deducts the applicable fee directly from the user’s Darb wallet.…
RIYADH — The General Directorate of Civil Defense celebrated the graduation of 40 female recruits who completed a qualification program in civil defense operations, safety and fire protection. The graduation ceremony was attended by Director General of Civil Defense Lt. Gen. Dr. Hamoud Al-Faraj at the directorate’s headquarters in Riyadh. The recruits received training, knowledge and essential skills related to civil defense work, enhancing their academic and practical capabilities in the fields of safety and risk prevention. The program aims to support the protection and safety system and strengthen operational readiness. Source: Saudi Gazette
GUANGZHOU, China, 19th June, 2026 (WAM) — Ras Al Khaimah Chamber of Commerce and Industry has signed a collaboration agreement with the Office of the China International Small and Medium Enterprises Fair (CISMEF) in Guangdong, which is affiliated with the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of China in Guangdong. The agreement was signed on the sidelines of AIM Talks in Guangzhou, China, one of the world’s leading industrial innovation hubs, by Dr. Rashid Khalfan Al Nuaimi, Director-General of RAK Chamber of Commerce, and Jiang Xingjun on behalf of the China International Small and Medium Enterprises Fair, in the presence…
PARIS, 19th June, 2026 (WAM) — The Middle East and North Africa Financial Action Task Force (MENAFATF), under the Presidency of Hamid Saif AlZaabi, participated in the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Plenary held in Paris, France. As part of its participation, MENAFATF attended the inaugural meeting of the Global Strategy Group, which brings together FATF and the FATF-Style Regional Bodies (FSRBs) within the Global Network to strengthen coordination and dialogue on strategic issues, shared priorities and cross-border risks, supporting international efforts to protect the integrity of the global financial system. During the meeting, AlZaabi delivered remarks reaffirming MENAFATF’s support…
RIYADH — The Human Rights Commission (HRC) on Thursday concluded a five-day training-of-trainers program on the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women, held in Riyadh in cooperation with the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. HRC President Dr. Hala Al-Tuwaijri said building specialized national capacities in the field of human rights is a key pillar in promoting awareness and fostering a culture of human rights. She emphasized the importance of investing in national talent and empowering qualified professionals to transfer knowledge and strengthen institutional capabilities. Al-Tuwaijri noted that the commission views such programs as…