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Non-oil trade between UAE and EU reached $67.6 billion in 2024
Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, welcomed Maroš Šefčovič, EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security, to the United Arab Emirates for ongoing talks regarding the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the UAE and the EU.
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May 29, 2025
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Maradona's death trial in doubt as judge steps down
A key judge in the trial of late Argentine football superstar Diego Maradona’s medical team stepped down on Tuesday, amid a scandal that has thrown the future of the high-profile case into doubt.
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May 29, 2025
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Lebanon PM visits Sheikh Zayed Mosque
Nawaf Salam, Prime Minister of Lebanon, visited the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque (SZGM) in Abu Dhabi.
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May 29, 2025
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India's wheat harvest defies market speculation
A strong wheat harvest in India is rapidly replenishing stocks, meaning the country will be able to meet domestic demand without imports this year, contrary to market talk that it would need overseas supplies, and a potential drag on global prices.
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May 29, 2025
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Sharjah arrests man for selling fake holy water
Sharjah Municipality, in collaboration with the Inspection and Control Department and the Health and Safety Control Department, raided a residence converted by its tenant into a site for bottling tank water in plastic containers, falsely labelled as Zamzam water, and selling it at high prices.
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May 29, 2025
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Alia Bhatt shares behind-the-scene moments from her Cannes looks
Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt took to social media to give a glimpse behind the scenes of her glamorous appearances at Cannes 2025. Sharing candid moments from her makeup and styling sessions, the 'Raazi' actress showcased the fun and effort that went into creating her stunning red carpet looks. From intricate makeup routines to joyful moments enjoying live music, Alia's behind-the-scenes snippets revealed the personality and charm behind her elegant Cannes presence.
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May 29, 2025
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CBUAE imposes sanctions of Dhs18.1m on foreign banks
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) imposed financial sanctions on two branches of foreign banks operating in the UAE, amounting to Dhs10,600,000 for the first bank and Dhs7,500,000 for the second bank, pursuant to Article (14) of the Federal Decree Law No. (20) of 2018 on Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism and Illegal Organisations.
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May 29, 2025
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June 6-8 declared Eid holidays
The Day of Arafah and Eid Al Adha holidays for ministries and federal entities have been decided to begin on Thursday, June 5, 2025, and continue until Sunday, June 8, 2025, with official work resuming on Monday, June 9, 2025.
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May 29, 2025
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MoU to advance industrial and economic development in UAE
مذكرة تفاهم بين وزارة الصناعة والتكنولوجيا المتقدمة ومجموعة عمل الشركات متعددة الجنسيات إم سي بي جي) MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE MINISTRY OF INDUSTRY AND ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY AND THE MULTINATIONAL COMPANIES BUSINESS GROUP (MCBG)
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May 29, 2025
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UN labour body cuts global job forecast amid slowdown
The United Nation's agency for labour on Wednesday cut its global employment forecast for job growth this year to 1.5 per cent due to a worsening global economic outlook and trade tensions.
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May 29, 2025
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Women in Darfur at risk of sexual violence: MSF
Sexual violence is a “near-constant risk” for women and girls in Sudan's western region of Darfur, Doctors without Borders (MSF) warned on Wednesday, calling for urgent action to protect civilians and provide support to survivors.
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May 29, 2025
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UAE President receives Shabab Al Ahli following title-winning season
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan received the Shabab Al Ahli football team at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi, in recognition of their exceptional season during which they secured the UAE President's Cup, the ADNOC Pro League title, as well as the UAE Super Cup and UAE-Qatar Super Cup.
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May 29, 2025
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Al-Attiyah, Carrera aim to maintain momentum in Jordan
Nineteen-time FIA Middle East Rally Champion Nasser Saleh Al-Attiyah and his Spanish co-driver Candido Carrera will be aiming to extend their perfect winning start to the season with victory in this weekend’s Jordan Rally.
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May 29, 2025
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Israel says killed Hamas's presumed leader in Gaza
Israel said Wednesday its military killed Mohammed Sinwar, Hamas's presumed Gaza leader and the brother of Yahya, the slain mastermind of the October 2023 attacks that sparked the Gaza war.
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May 29, 2025
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EU lifts curbs on Syria to support nation's recovery
The European Union lifted economic sanctions on Syria on Wednesday in an effort to support the country’s transition and recovery after the toppling of former president Bashar Al-Assad.
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May 29, 2025
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Paris-Jakarta deal could lead to new Rafale orders: Macron
France and Indonesia have signed a preliminary defence pact that could lead to new orders of French military equipment including Rafale fighter jets and Scorpene submarines, French President Emmanuel Macron said on Wednesday.
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May 29, 2025
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President welcomes winners, judges of Poets' competitions
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed the winners of the Ilth season of the Prince of Poets and Million's Poet competitions, as well as the fourth season of the Al-Mankous programme, along with their respective judges.
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May 29, 2025
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Toothless Utd suffer loss to ASEAN All Stars in post-season friendly match
Manchester United's dismal season suffered fresh embarrassment as they were beaten 1-0 by a Southeast Asian XI in sweltering Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday in front of a crowd of 72,550.
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May 29, 2025
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UAE condemns Israeli violations against Palestinians at Al Aqsa
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) summoned the Israeli ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, to condemn in the strongest terms the deplorable and offensive violations against the Palestinian people that took place in the courtyard of Al Aqsa Mosque and in the Muslim Quarter of the Old City.
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May 29, 2025
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Khaled attends MBZUAI's commencement ceremony
Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has attended the 2025 commencement ceremony of Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI).
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May 29, 2025
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'Tourism 365' announces participation in ITB China 2025
Tourism 365, the tourism arm of Adnec Group, has announced its participation in ITB China 2025, one of the most prominent trade fairs for the travel and tourism industry in the Chinese and wider Asian markets.
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May 29, 2025
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Media key driver of economic changes: Arab Media report
The Dubai Press Club on Tuesday unveiled the 'Arab Media Outlook - Future Vision,' a flagship report offering a comprehensive analysis of the media industry across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).
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May 28, 2025
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Maryam launches Insulin Card for diabetic children
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has launched a programme for home delivery of free of cost insulin for children suffering from diabetes.
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May 28, 2025
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SNF staff, students celebrate 'Rainbow of Joy'
A large number of people of determination, students and staff from the Special Needs Future (SNF) Development Center have attended the annual gathering to celebrate \"The Rainbow of Joy - A Celebration of Inclusion, Creativity & Resilience.
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May 28, 2025
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ADIA's board reviews performance reports and the key achievements
His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, chaired the meeting of the Board of Directors of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA).
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May 28, 2025
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'Trust in traditional media in the UAE remains strong'
The 23rd edition of the Arab Media Summit (AMS) served as a vital dialogue platform to explore the role of professional journalism in addressing the challenges of the modern era, most notably, artificial intelligence and the digital explosion, amid the rapid transformations shaping the global media landscape.
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May 28, 2025
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Sheikh Saud participates in Kuala Lumpur summit
On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah His Highness Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi participated on Tuesday in the ASEAN-GCC-China Summit, held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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May 28, 2025
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Boost SNAP to make healthy eating easier for people
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wants to make it harder for poor Americans to buy unhealthy food.
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May 28, 2025
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Scienza's late strike keeps Heidenheim in Bundesliga
Heidenheim’s Leo Scienza scored a last-gasp winner in a 2-1 second leg play-off victory at Elversberg on Monday, securing his side’s top-flight status next season.
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May 28, 2025
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Lee holds clear lead ahead of S. Korea vote
South Korea's liberal frontrunner for president, Lee Jae-myung, was leading his main conservative rival Kim Moon-soo by more than 10 percentage points in an opinion poll issued on Tuesday, though the race has tightened a week ahead of the election.
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