Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan have pledged AED 11 billion to fund medical research over the next decade. At a press conference in San Francisco early on Thursday, they said their goal was to “cure, prevent or manage all diseases by the end of the century”. The coupled have already spent AED 2.2 billion on a research facility. Called Biohub, it will unite engineers, computer scientists, biologists and chemists at a single site.
UAE tourism ready to bounce 'back stronger', says minister
The UAE is set to boost the tourism economy with a special focus on the domestic sector over the next three months, announced Minister of Economy and Tourism, Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, as the industry bounces back stronger.
'Factory Forward UAE' to boost industrial competitiveness
The UAE has unveiled a new initiative to help factories adopt advanced technology and become more competitive.
Miral to invest over AED 12 billion in Yas Island over five years
Miral, Abu Dhabi's leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences, will invest more than AED 12 billion in new developments and enhancements across Yas Island over the next five years.
UAE President meets German business leaders during state visit
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has met with German business leaders and company executives during his state visit to Germany.
UAE President attends Germany-UAE Business Forum
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has attended the Germany-UAE Business Forum in Munich, as part of his state visit to Germany.
A military funeral has been held for Major Abdullah Shams Al Menhaly and Warrant Officer Saeed Abdullah Al Shamsi, who were martyred while carrying out a training mission in the UAE on Monday.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has been awarded Albania’s highest state honour, the Grand Star of the Supreme Order of the Eagle, in recognition of his role in strengthening UAE-Albania ties.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has visited the 33rd edition of Arabian Travel Market at Dubai World Trade Centre, where he reviewed the latest developments shaping the future of global travel and tourism.
