WORLDEF Dubai 2026 Concludes an Exceptional Edition That Strengthened Partnerships and Set the Vision for the Decade Ahead...

WORLDEF Dubai 2026 Concludes an Exceptional Edition That Strengthened Partnerships and Set the Vision for the Decade Ahead

The event attracted more than 18,000 visitors, 160 exhibitors, and 150 speakers from 80 countries. Days two and three featured high-level dialogues and impactful alliances Focus areas include artificial intelligence, digital payments, and cross border trade Broad international participation reinforced Dubai’s position as a global hub for digital commerce International recognition for organizational excellence and practical outcomes that enhance the sector’s future readiness Amna Lootah: A new step in consolidating Dubai’s position as a global capital for digital economy and smart trade Nart: Organizational success and wide inte

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UAE takes part in the 49th session of the IFAD Governing Council in Rome - takes part

UAE takes part in the 49th session of the IFAD Governing Council in Rome

Discussing ways to strengthen innovation and sustainable growth, empower youth and women in the agricultural sector. Establishing a Consultation Body for the Fourteenth Replenishment of the Fund’s Resources. Rome, Italy, 13 February 2026 The UAE has participated in the 49th session of the IFAD Governing Council, held from 10 to 12 February 2026 at the headquarters of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)in Rome, Italy. Represented by the Ministry of Finance, the UAE’s delegation included Her Excellency Mariam Mohamed Al Amiri, Assistant Undersecretary for the Government Financial Management Sector at the M

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du and Datawave partner to deliver SING Subsea Cable System, reinforcing UAE as a critical digital gateway and data hub - ...

du and Datawave partner to deliver SING Subsea Cable System, reinforcing UAE as a critical digital gateway and data hub

New AI-ready submarine infrastructure strengthens the UAE’s position as a global data hub. Dubai, UAE, February 12, 2026: du, a leading telecom and digital services provider, and Datawave Networks Limited, a Cyprus-based independent subsea infrastructure provider, today announced their strategic partnership to land and invest in the Singapore-India-Gulf (SING) submarine cable system in the UAE. This next-generation subsea fibre optic network will deliver high-capacity, low-latency connectivity linking the Middle East, South Asia, and Southeast Asia. The SING cable system will connect six strategic locations across the region, landing in

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Dubai Culture Empowers Emirati & UAE-based Writers to Shine on the World Stage - dubai culture

Dubai Culture Empowers Emirati & UAE-based Writers to Shine on the World Stage

28 homegrown voices participate in 17 literary platforms abroad Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 10 January 2026: Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), in partnership with the Emirates Literature Foundation, has enabled 28 Emirati & UAE-based participations in 17 literary events worldwide through its Exporting Local Literary Talent programme. Launched in June 2024, the initiative is opening doors for local talent on the international scene while reinforcing Dubai’s position as a hub for the creative economy. Operating under the umbrella of the Dubai Cultural Grant, the programme highlights the ability of Emirati and UAE based crea

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e& Carrier & Wholesale activates 2Africa submarine cable landing at UAE SmartHub

Abu Dhabi, 9th February 2026 – e& Carrier & Wholesale Services (C&WS), the international wholesale arm of global technology group e&, today announced the successful landing and integration of the 2Africa submarine cable system at its carrier neutral SmartHub data centre in the UAE. Building on the completion of the core 2Africa system announced by the consortium, this milestone brings the cable’s capacity into service locally, strengthening the UAE’s international connectivity infrastructure and reinforcing its position as a global digital hub. Spanning approximately 45,000 kilometres, 2Africa is the world’s largest submarine cable sys

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Fujairah hosts Second Edition of The Fujairah International Conference on Bee Research - fujairah hosts

Fujairah hosts Second Edition of The Fujairah International Conference on Bee Research

Fujairah, UAE – February 9, 2026: The Fujairah Environment Authority (FEA), in strategic partnership with the Fujairah Research Centre (FRC), officially inaugurates the second edition of the Fujairah International Conference on Bee Research today at the Al Bahar Hotel & Resort. Building upon the foundation laid during its 2023 debut, this year’s assembly serves as a premier global scientific platform, uniting over 50 world-renowned experts and representatives from more than 20 nations, including the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, France, Italy, the United States, the United Kingdom, Spain, Egypt, Lebanon, and Algeria, among many others,

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Dubai Customs forges stronger partnership with senior New Zealand officials - dubai customs

Dubai Customs forges stronger partnership with senior New Zealand officials

UAE, Dubai 08 February 2026: Dubai Customs welcomed an official delegation from New Zealand led by Christine Stevenson, Chief Executive Comptroller; Chair of the Border Executive Board, in a visit aimed at deepening bilateral ties and supporting Dubai’s long-term strategic vision. The delegation was received by His Excellency Dr. Abdulla Busenad, Director General of Dubai Customs. The meeting underscored both sides’ shared commitment to expanding international partnerships that reinforce Dubai’s position as a leading global hub for trade and logistics. Talks focused on opportunities for closer collaboration in customs operations, includ

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In Collaboration with Ministry of Defence and ICRC Dubai Judicial Institute celebrates graduation of first cohort of ‘In...

In Collaboration with Ministry of Defence and ICRC Dubai Judicial Institute celebrates graduation of first cohort of ‘International Humanitarian Law’ program

03 February 2026: The Dubai Judicial Institute (DJI) organised a graduation ceremony for the first cohort of its ‘International Humanitarian Law’ program, designed specifically for personnel from the Ministry of Defence. The program is the first formally accredited initiative of its kind in the UAE, underscoring DJI’s commitment to advancing specialised legal expertise and strengthening awareness of humanitarian principles in line with the highest international standards. The ceremony was graced by the presence of esteemed dignitaries including His Excellency Major General Obaid Saif Al Ketbi, Chief of Military Justice at the Ministry of

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New Publications by Mohammed Bin Rashid Library Attract Visitors’ Interest at Cairo International Book Fair

Dubai, UAE, 2 February 2026: In its debut participation at the 57th Cairo International Book Fair, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library drew significant attention from visitors by presenting a curated selection of its latest publications produced under its Publishing and Translation Arm. Launched alongside the second edition of the Dubai International Library and Publishing Summit 2025, the initiative aims to enrich Arabic content through the translation into Arabic. The Institutional Publishing and Translation Arm represents a qualitative step toward reinforcing the Library’s role as an active institution in the production and dissemination of

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3rd International Zayed Award for Human Fraternity Majlis to convene world leaders and peacebuilders at Zayed National Mus...

3rd International Zayed Award for Human Fraternity Majlis to convene world leaders and peacebuilders at Zayed National Museum

3rd International Zayed Award for Human Fraternity Majlis to convene world leaders and peacebuilders at Zayed National Museum Abu Dhabi, 02 February 2026: The 3rd International Zayed Award for Human Fraternity Majlis, organised by Zayed Award for Human Fraternity ahead of its annual award ceremony, will take place on 3 February 2026 at Zayed National Museum in Abu Dhabi. The International Zayed Award for Human Fraternity Majlis will bring together distinguished decision makers, international female and youth leaders, and experts for in-depth dialogue on pressing humanitarian challenges, the advancement of human fraternity worldwide, and

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