VIENNA — Saudi Arabia has been elected First Vice-Chair of the United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS) during the committee’s session held in Austria. The Kingdom is represented in this position by General Manager of Space Systems and Infrastructure at the Saudi Space Agency Eng. Muryah Al-Shahrani, one of the Kingdom’s distinguished national talents in the space sector. His election is regarded as a milestone that reflects the international community’s confidence in the Kingdom’s growing role in the space sector and its contributions to advancing global space governance. Through his participation in COPUOS and the…
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China is reportedly planning an investment of around CNY2 trillion ($295 billion) over the next five years to build out data centres across the country. State-owned telecoms operators will be tasked with managing the sites and the vendor Huawei will provide the bulk of the technology. Bloomberg sources claim government agencies including the National Development and Reform Commission are drafting up plans to construct a network of “inter-connected computing hubs”, as part of a government initiative to boost domestic AI and increase competition with the US. Operators China Mobile and China Telecom are named as being tasked with operating and…
ISTANBUL, 10th June, 2026 (WAM) — The Second Sharjah Award in Public Finance Forum officially commenced today in Istanbul, Republic of Türkiye. Organised by the Sharjah Award in Public Finance in collaboration with the Arab Administrative Development Organisation (ARADO) – League of Arab States, the forum is being held under the theme “Public Finance in the Face of Global Crises: Strategic Visions – Present Challenges – Future Prospects” on 10–11 June 2026, bringing together a distinguished group of ministers, senior government officials, experts, academics, and specialists in public finance and economics from across the Arab world. The forum comes at…
As temperatures are rising in the UAE, motorists are being urged to check the condition of their vehicles, particularly tyres, air-conditioning systems and coolant levels, to reduce the risk of breakdowns and road accidents during the summer months. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a summer awareness drive as part of the Ministry of Interior’s annual Safe Summer campaign, encouraging drivers to carry out regular vehicle inspections and maintenance before setting off on journeys. According to the authority, extreme heat and humidity can place additional strain on vehicles, affecting cooling systems, tyre pressure and overall vehicle performance. Stay…
MANAMA — Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries renewed their commitment to peace, good neighborliness and diplomatic solutions while questioning how future relations with Iran can be built amid continued attacks against regional states. In a statement issued at the end of its 167th Ministerial Council meeting in Manama on Wednesday, the GCC said: “How can future relations be built amid the continuation of these attacks and the insistence on pursuing them?” It warned that continued aggression would only lead to further isolation while the door to dialogue remains open to those who choose wisdom and good neighborliness. The statement was…
RIYADH — The Board of Trustees of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute has appointed Princess Dr. Maha bint Mishari bin Abdulaziz as the institute’s new chief executive officer, succeeding founding CEO Richard Attias. Princess Dr. Maha brings extensive leadership experience across healthcare, higher education, research, institutional development and international engagement. Most recently, she served as Vice President of External Relations and Advancement at Alfaisal University, where she played a key role in strengthening the university’s global partnerships and reputation. In her new role, Princess Dr. Maha will lead the next phase of growth for the FII Institute, advancing its…
Anthropic has launched a public version of its Mythos AI model called Claude Fable 5. This version comes with security guardrails in place to block its use in sensitive areas such as cybersecurity. The AI player stated its Claude Fable 5 model is its most powerful to date on its launch on the 9th June 2026, which is two months after Anthropic first unveiled its Mythos-class model. The limited Mythos preview sent shockwaves through the industry after the model uncovered thousands of software vulnerabilities. Recently Anthropic expanded the reach of its Mythos AI model to an additional 150 companies across…
DUBAI, 10th June, 2026 (WAM) — National Industries Park (NIP) has signed an agreement with Al Bayader International to develop a AED 180 million (USD 50 million) integrated manufacturing and logistics hub in Dubai, expanding regional food packaging production capacity by up to 30,000 tonnes annually and strengthening supply chains serving the hospitality, tourism and food service sectors. The investment strengthens the UAE’s local manufacturing ecosystem by increasing regional production of sustainable packaging materials and supporting faster fulfilment for customers across the GCC. By integrating manufacturing, warehousing and distribution within a single industrial hub, the project will reduce lead times,…
The weather on Thursday, June 11, is expected to be fair in general, according to a forecast by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Light to moderate Southwesterly to Northwesterly winds are set to blow, freshening at times, causing blowing dust and sand, with a speed of 10-25 km/hr, reaching 40 km/hr. The sea will be slight to moderate, becoming rough at times by evening in the Arabian Gulf and slight in the Oman Sea. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Temperatures in the major cities of Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah will…
With the FIFA World Cup kicking off tomorrow, football fans across the UAE are putting the final touches on trips they have spent months planning. Flights have been booked, match tickets secured, and itineraries mapped out as supporters prepare to travel across Mexico, Canada, and the United States to experience the tournament from the stands. Who will win the Fifa World Cup 2026? Predict your champion here For some, the journey is about reliving memories from Qatar 2022. For others, it is a chance to support their national team alongside family members. But all share one thing in common: months…