FUJAIRAH, 4th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Fujairah Natural Resources Corporation (FNRC) has showcased a package of qualitative investment opportunities and modern geological studies during its participation in the ‘Make it in the Emirates’. The Corporation emphasised during the event that its approach is not limited to raw material extraction but extends to enhancing value-added chains within the mining sector. The Corporation seeks to attract investments focused on the local processing and manufacturing of mineral materials, contributing to the growth of the gross domestic product and the creation of specialised job opportunities. Source: Emirates News Agency
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[Editor’s Note: Follow the Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has announced the temporary transition to remote learning across all higher education institutions in the country, effective from Tuesday, May 5, 2026, through Friday, May 8, 2026. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels This measure is part of regulatory actions aimed at ensuring the continuity of the educational process with efficiency and flexibility. Priority academic programmes that require clinical training, laboratory use, direct practical or field-based application,…
JEDDAH — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman made on Monday a phone call with President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. During the call, the Crown Prince expressed Saudi Arabia’s strong condemnation and denunciation of the unjustified Iranian attacks targeting the United Arab Emirates. He reaffirmed the Kingdom’s support for the UAE in the defense of its security and stability. The two leaders reviewed the latest regional developments. They also discussed the efforts being made to enhance security and stability throughout the region. Source: Saudi Gazette
RIYADH — Minister of Municipalities and Housing Majed Al-Hogail met with Syrian Minister of Local Administration and Environment Eng. Mohammad Anjarani in Riyadh on Monday. The Syrian minister’s official visit was aimed at enhancing cooperation between the two countries in local administration and housing. During the meeting, the ministers reviewed ways to develop municipal work. They discussed the Saudi experience in digital transformation and municipal services, as well as real estate policies and legislation, contributing to urban development and improving quality of life. Al-Hogail stressed the Kingdom’s commitment to strengthening regional partnerships, exchanging expertise, and supporting friendly countries in construction…
[Editor’s Note: Follow the Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] Schools across the UAE have once again shifted to distance learning until Friday, after the announcement was made this evening by the Ministry of Education (MoE). The move comes after emergency alerts were issued to residents today amid heightened regional tensions. The UAE’s emergency alert system was triggered five times within three and a half hours, as Iranian missiles were detected after a ceasefire in the US-Israel-Iran conflict came into effect on April 9. Stay up to date with the latest news.…
MAKKAH — Kidana Development Company, the executive arm of the Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites, has completed phase two of the shading and cooling project surrounding Mount Arafat for the 2026 Hajj season. The project increases the utilization of shaded and cooled areas for pilgrims fivefold compared to last year. The project, across its first and second phases, covers a total area exceeding 272,000 square meters. The second phase for 2026 includes the installation of 18 modern canopies equipped with 36 misting fans. It also includes seven advanced cooling units and 107 misting fan columns. This milestone…
RIYADH — The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary General Jasem Albudaiwi condemned, in the strongest terms, the treacherous attacks that targeted a national carrier affiliated with Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) while it was passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The GCC chief affirmed that the continuation of these brutal Iranian attacks, targeting ships passing through the Strait, constitutes piracy and a serious threat to the security of maritime routes and straits, and represents a flagrant violation of the relevant Security Council resolutions, foremost among them resolution No. 2817. Albudaiwi expressed the GCC’s full solidarity with the United Arab…
Synergy Research Group recently unveiled their findings about global cloud infrastructure spending by enterprises. The group determined that the spending had surpassed an annualised run rate of half-a-trillion dollars for the first time, driven largely by accelerating generative AI (GenAI) demand. Quarterly revenue of $128.6 billion in Q1 2026 represents a 35% year-on-year jump. The research company noted it is the highest growth rate seen since the last quarter of 2021, when the market was only 40% of its current size. “The Q1 market is now 15 times larger than it was a decade ago and continues to expand at…
BRUSSELS, 4th May, 2026 (WAM) — The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has called for the rapid completion of ongoing negotiations regarding the EU-US trade agreement ahead of the “trilogue” meetings scheduled for 6th May, asserting that a swift deal will secure significant gains for European automotive exports. The Association praised the broad political consensus achieved within the European Parliament, alongside what it described as “constructive engagement” from the Council of the European Union, stating that timely finalisation of the legislation is crucial to provide clarity for the industry and ensure full benefit from the anticipated agreement. ACEA highlighted that…
[Editor’s Note: Follow the Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] The Ministry of Defense announced that on May 4, 2026, UAE air defenses engaged 12 ballistic missiles, 3 cruise missiles, and 4 drones originating from Iran, resulting in 3 moderate injuries. Since the start of Iran’s brazen attacks on the UAE, air defenses have engaged 549 ballistic missiles, 29 cruise missiles, and 2,260 drones. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels This brings the total number of injuries to 227 cases, from multiple nationalities including: Emirati,…