BRUSSELS — Saudi Arabia, the European Union (EU), and Norway co-chaired on Monday the ninth meeting of the Global Alliance for the Implementation of the Two-State Solution, with the participation of representatives from 83 countries and international organizations. Saudi Arabia was represented at the meeting – hosted by the EU in partnership with the Belgian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Brussels – by Minister Plenipotentiary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Manal Radwan. In her speech, Radwan affirmed the Kingdom’s full support for the reform program led by the Palestinian government, as a step toward its return to the Gaza…
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ABU DHABI, 20th April, 2026 (WAM) — Abdulla Salem Alnuaimi, Chairman of the Arab Federation of Capital Markets (AFCM) and Group Chief Executive Officer of Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), affirmed that the Arab region possesses strong fundamentals, including robust sovereign balance sheets, clear growth drivers and supportive political will, positioning it as a stable destination for long-term capital investment in an increasingly uncertain global environment. He noted that the federation is working to establish an institutional framework that translates these strengths into sustained market confidence. Alnuaimi, recently appointed Chairman of AFCM, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that the…
A senior official said the UAE will redefine alliances after the conflict, prioritising national interest while maintaining global engagement. The UAE is actively engaged in ongoing international discussions surrounding the Iran conflict and is “not on the sidelines” of negotiations, a senior official said on Monday, as the country signals a broader reset in its regional relationships. Speaking at a panel hosted by the Dubai Press Club, Dr Ali Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Defence, Interior and Foreign Affairs Committee at the Federal National Council, said the UAE remains closely involved in global diplomatic efforts. Stay up to date with…
RIYADH — On behalf of Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman, Deputy Minister of Defense Prince Abdulrahman bin Mohammed attended the graduation ceremony of the 84th batch of cadets from King Abdulaziz Military Academy. The ceremony was held in the presence of senior military officials at the first military academy in the Kingdom. In his address, Commander of King Abdulaziz Military Academy Maj. Gen. Fahd Al-Qahiz welcomed the deputy defense minister and expressed his appreciation for patronizing the graduation ceremony of the 84th batch of cadets. The graduates completed their military and academic training. They received advanced instruction, including…
Ajman has resumed bus services to Dubai’s Global Village as the iconic destination reopened its doors to the public on April 20 after over 1.5 months of closure due to regional tensions. The Ajman Transport announced three buses that run on weekdays from Al Musalla Station in Ajman to the shopping destination for a ticket of Dh25. These buses operate at the following timings: 2.15pm – 3.45pm 4.45pm – 10.30pm 6.15pm – 12.30am Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels The park will be open from 5pm to midnight daily. The 30th edition of…
RIYADH — The forecast of the National Center for Meteorology (NCM) indicated that the Riyadh region would witness moderate to heavy rainfall from Monday through Friday. It noted that the heaviest rainfall is expected on Thursday and Friday. According to the forecast, the rain will hit the capital city of Riyadh, as well as Al-Dalam, Al-Muzahamiya, Dhurma, Marat, Al-Qiddiya, Al-Diriyah, Al-Rayn, Al-Hariq, Al-Kharj, Hawtat Bani Tamim, Afeef, Al-Dawadmi, Al-Quwayiyah, Al-Ghat, Al-Zulfi, Al-Majmaa, Shaqra, Thadiq, Huraymila, and Rumah. The Civil Defense urged the residents in the Riyadh region to take precautions and follow its guidelines. Source: Saudi Gazette
RIYADH — The property price index in Saudi Arabia recorded a decline of 1.6 percent during the first quarter of 2026, compared to the same quarter of the previous year. This was mainly driven by a 3.6 percent drop in the residential sector, as well as a drop in the prices of land, apartments, and villas. According to the Q1 2026 Real Estate Price Index, published on Monday by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT), there was a 3.6 percent decrease in residential sector prices, while commercial property prices recorded positive growth of 3.4 percent year-on-year. The report attributed the…
(L-R) Stephan Pottel, Manufacturing Strategy Director EMEA, Zebra Technologies & Tom Bianculli, CTO, Zebra Technologies. Zebra Technologies Corporation, a global leader in digitising and automating workflows to deliver intelligent operations, will bring global perspectives on how today’s ‘intelligence supercycle’ is laying the foundation for the future of manufacturing and economic growth, at Hannover Messe 2026, F40, Hall 15. Fundamental transformations around workforce skills, operations, productivity, and innovation are coming. Analysts say 80% of digital workers will use generative AI daily in the next few years, 40% of employees will be trained first by AI, and one-third of business decisions will…
ABU DHABI, 20th April, 2026 (WAM) — TRENDS Research and Advisory is participating as a knowledge partner in the second edition of the UAE Agricultural Conference and Exhibition 2026, organised by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court. The event will take place at ADNEC Al Ain from 22nd to 26th April, bringing together experts, policymakers and industry leaders to support sustainable agricultural development. The partnership aims to enhance food security and address climate challenges through scientific research…