CBUAE maintains interest rates unchanged at 4.40%
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has decided to maintain the Base Rate applicable to the Overnight Deposit Facility (ODF) at 4.40%. This decision was taken following the US Federal Reserve’s announcement today to keep the Interest Rate on Reserve Balances (IORB) unchanged. The CBUAE has also decided to maintain the interest rate applicable […]
Ministry of Defence receives first patch of French ‘Rafale’ fighter jets
The Ministry of Defence has received the first batch of 80 Rafale fighter jets, among the most advanced in the world, in a significant move to strengthen the country’s armed forces. In a statement issued today, the ministry said the move is part of a “historic deal” signed with France’s Dassault Aviation, underscoring the deep […]
UAE President receives Hungarian Prime Minister
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today welcomed His Excellency Viktor Orbán, Prime Minister of Hungary, who is on an official visit to the UAE. During their meeting at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi, His Highness and the Hungarian Prime Minister discussed the growth of bilateral relations and ways to enhance […]
Sharjah Ruler appoints Hoor Al Qasimi as head of SCQ
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, issued an Emiri Decree on the appointment of a head for the Sharjah Creative Quarter (SCQ). The decree stated that Sheikha Hoor bint Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi is appointed as the head of the Sharjah Creative Quarter. […]
UAE President declares 2025 as the Year of Community
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has declared 2025 as the Year of Community under the slogan ‘Hand in Hand’ in a national initiative that reflects the leadership’s vision to foster a united and empowered community. The Year of Community aims to strengthen family and community bonds by preserving cultural heritage, nurturing […]
UAE President receives Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today welcomed H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi. Accompanying him was H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince of Ras Al Khaimah. During the meeting, […]
UAE strongly condemns targeting of Saudi Hospital in El Fasher in Sudan
The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the targeting of the Saudi hospital in El Fasher in western Sudan, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries to innocent people, denouncing this as a blatant violation of international humanitarian law. Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, reaffirmed the […]
UAE leaders offer condolences to Turkish President over victims of hotel fire
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of condolences to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Türkiye over the victims of a fire in a hotel in Bolu Province, which resulted in dozens of deaths and injuries, wishing a speedy recovery to all the injured. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin […]
On behalf of UAE President, Special Envoy of Minister of Foreign Affairs attends inauguration ceremony of President, New Government of Palau
On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Omar Shehadeh, Special Envoy of the UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs to the Caribbean and Pacific States, attended the inauguration ceremony of the President and new government of Palau, which was held in the capital, Ngerulmud. Shehadeh conveyed the congratulations of President H.H. […]
Mansour bin Zayed receives Turkish Ambassador to UAE
His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, today received Tugay Tunçer, Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to the UAE, at Al Maqam Palace in Al Ain City. H.H. Sheikh Mansour and the Turkish Ambassador exchanged cordial conversations and discussed ways to strengthen […]