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Pakistan moves to clear $3B UAE debt in days as fresh funding lines up
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Pakistan moves to clear $3B UAE debt in days as fresh funding lines up

Saudi deposits, IMF payout and new borrowing aimed at boosting reserves

UAE emerges as leading AI hub in Stanford AI Index 2026
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UAE emerges as leading AI hub in Stanford AI Index 2026

Report highlights the UAE’s strong AI readiness, driven by national strategies, governance frameworks and public awareness

UAE, Jordan sign $2.3 billion railway project
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UAE, Jordan sign $2.3 billion railway project

The railway network aims to transport 16 million tons of phosphate and potash annually

Senior UAE, Iran officials discuss de-escalation in rare call
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Senior UAE, Iran officials discuss de-escalation in rare call

UAE VP Sheikh Mansour holds call with Iranian parliament speaker on regional de-escalation efforts

Sharjah private schools, nurseries direct staff to resume on-site work amid phased return plan
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Sharjah private schools, nurseries direct staff to resume on-site work amid phased return plan

Nurseries operating in government facilities and commercial buildings across the emirate are expected to welcome children from April 16

Xi says China to play 'constructive role' in promoting Mideast peace talks
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Xi says China to play 'constructive role' in promoting Mideast peace talks

Chinese president says sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of Gulf countries in Middle East should be sincerely respected

UAE foreign minister holds calls with counterparts on regional tensions
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UAE foreign minister holds calls with counterparts on regional tensions

Abdullah bin Zayed expresses appreciation for solidarity shown by the countries toward the UAE and assures residents and visitors remain safe

Pakistan explores funding options as $3B UAE loan comes due
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Pakistan explores funding options as $3B UAE loan comes due

Rising oil prices, war pressures strain foreign-exchange buffers

Etihad expands China network with five new routes, 28 weekly flights
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Etihad expands China network with five new routes, 28 weekly flights

New Etihad routes to five Chinese cities expand connectivity and strengthen UAE-China travel and cargo flows

Abu Dhabi police issue warning over unauthorized celebratory parades
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Abu Dhabi police issue warning over unauthorized celebratory parades

Police said compliance with regulations is essential to protect public safety, lives and property, and ensure orderly events

US-Iran talks fail to find deal but Gulf truce holds for now
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US-Iran talks fail to find deal but Gulf truce holds for now

Pakistan says it would keep facilitating dialogue and urged both countries to continue respecting the temporary truce

Indian foreign minister visits Abu Dhabi to strengthen India-UAE ties
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Indian foreign minister visits Abu Dhabi to strengthen India-UAE ties

Jaishankar will stay in the UAE until April 12, meeting Emirati leaders to review cooperation and advance the strategic partnership

UAE to host 2029 World Bank-IMF meetings in Abu Dhabi
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UAE to host 2029 World Bank-IMF meetings in Abu Dhabi

Decision reflects global confidence as UAE secures top votes to host key economic gathering

UAE instant payments platform ‘Aani’ surpasses 12.5 million users
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UAE instant payments platform ‘Aani’ surpasses 12.5 million users

Instant payment system sees sixfold rise in transfers, reflecting UAE’s rapid shift toward cashless transactions

UAE to take part in World Bank-IMF Spring Meetings in Washington
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UAE to take part in World Bank-IMF Spring Meetings in Washington

UAE delegation to hold bilateral talks and join global finance panels during meeting in the US capital

Dubai ruler calls on residents to raise UAE flag as symbol of unity
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Dubai ruler calls on residents to raise UAE flag as symbol of unity

Dubai ruler praises residents for standing 'as one under the nation’s flag'

Dubai’s Awqaf reports 52% growth in educational endowment assets
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Dubai’s Awqaf reports 52% growth in educational endowment assets

Awqaf Dubai’s endowments now total AED718 million, funding scholarships for 3,100 students

UAE says Iran must pay for 'damages and reparations'
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UAE says Iran must pay for 'damages and reparations'

UAE says it is seeking clarity on the deal to ensure Iran fully halts hostilities and unconditionally reopens the Strait of Hormuz

Abu Dhabi police arrest more than 350 over footage, disinformation
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Abu Dhabi police arrest more than 350 over footage, disinformation

This was the latest batch of arrests announced by the emirate as Gulf countries crack down on footage and posts related to Iran's attacks

Iran hits Gulf states after attacks on oil facilities
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Iran hits Gulf states after attacks on oil facilities

Strikes on Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates came as two ships passed through the Strait of Hormuz after Iran agreed to temporarily reopen the strategic waterway