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Mohammed meets with Zayed Prize jury and board

01 March 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received Dr. Klaus Topfer, Chairman of the jury overseeing the Zayed International Prize for the Environment, at Al Marmoum today. ... More »

Sheikh Mohammed unveils second round of federal government strategy

28 February 2010

H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai unveiled the second round of federal government strategy from 2011 till 2013. ... More »

Khalifa accepts condolences from Mohammed

26 February 2010

President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan received UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum at Al Mushrif Palace today. ... More »

eco and TRA sign MOU for long term co-operation

25 February 2010

The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced the signature of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with eco - the Association of the German Internet Industry ... More »

Mohammed visits encourages excellence

24 February 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum went on a field tour to a workshop for staff from various local and federal government departments, organised ... More »

Mohammed tours education exhibition

24 February 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum toured an exhibition on learning techniques, organised by the Ministry of Education, on the sidelines of the Gulf Education Forum in Dubai today. ... More »

Mohammed meets Gulf education ministers

23 February 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum held talks today with members of the Bureau of Education of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), representing Gulf Arab states, as well as the Republic of Yemen. ... More »

Mohammed invites ideas on new education strategy

22 February 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has ordered that the latest version of ministry of education's strategy ... More »

UAE government establishes International Advisory Board to support UAE Peaceful Nuclear Energy Program

22 February 2010

In keeping with its commitments, as described in the "Policy of the United Arab Emirates on the Evaluation and Potential Development of Peaceful Nuclear Energy" ... More »

Mohammed receives Emir of Qatar

21 February 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received the Emir of Qatar ... More »

Sheikha Lubna and Lord Peter Mandelson open Emirati-British Businessmen Meeting

17 February 2010

UAE Minister of Foreign Trade H.E. Sheikha Lubna bint Khalid Al Qasimi and The Right Honourable Lord Peter Mandelson, British Secretary of State for Business ... More »

MoL calls on facilities to abide by WPS

15 February 2010

Humaid Bin Deemas, Acting Director-General of the Ministry of Labour has affirmed on the importance of enrolling the facilities ... More »

Preparations start for establishing the Federal Health Authority

15 February 2010

Work started on implementing Law No.13/2009 enacted by President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan ... More »

Ministry of Interior introduces ' Safety Operator'

15 February 2010

The Ministry f Interior has introduces a new project under the name ' Safety Operator' which constitute f new mechanism of safe answering ... More »

gargash chairs NCCHT meeting

14 February 2010

Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Minister of State for Federal National Council Affairs and Chairman of the National Committee to Combat Human Trafficking (NCCHT) HE Dr. Anwar Mohammed Gargash said ... More »

Lubna meets Tunisian minister

14 February 2010

H.E. Sheikha Lubna Bint Khalid Al Qasimi, Minister of Foreign Trade, discussed today with visiting Tunisian Minister of Trade And Handicrafts Mohammed Ridha Ben Mosbah ways of enhancing bilateral trade cooperation. ... More »

National Charter

13 February 2010

The Cabinet has approved a historic National Charter that aims to transform the UAE into “one of the best countries in the world by 2021”, ... More »

President of Turkmenistan visits Khalifa Burj

11 February 2010

Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai H. H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Turkmen President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov ... More »

FNC to hold the 8th session Tuesday

11 February 2010

The Federal National Council (FNC) will discuss Tuesday in its 8th session the food security strategy under chairmanship of the FNC Speaker HE Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair. ... More »

UAE Central Bank received over 1700 reports on suspicious money laundering operations

10 February 2010

Reports about suspicious money laundering transactions rose to 1729 in 2009 from 1170 in 2008 ... More »

Khalifa receives Fujairah Ruler, New judges swear in before President

09 February 2010

President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi ... More »

UAE Vision charts is a road map t government and national work during next phase of time

08 February 2010

A number of ministers and officials in the federal government have hailed the issuing of the UAE national Vision for the year 2021 ... More »

UAE calls for international political will to improve living conditions of disaster-stricken countries

08 February 2010

The United Arab Emirates has called for the International Political Will to promote the concept of social inclusion ... More »

Abdullah Bin Zayed holds meetings with senior Australian officials

06 February 2010

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, UAE Foreign Minister held a series of meetings with senior Australian officials during his six-day visit.Sheikh Abdullah ... More »

Mohammed concludes Cabinet meeting with a National Charter

06 February 2010

The cabinet, chaired by UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has concluded its conclave at Qasr Al Sarab Resort in Liwa, Western Region. ... More »

Cabinet discusses Health and Social Affairs strategies

05 February 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has urged ministers to boost union in all their programmes and plans through focusing on local human resources development, being the cornerstone of building knowledge driven community ... More »

Mohammed gives break to ministers to exercise their hobbies

05 February 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has given ministers a break to exercise their various activities in the Arab original desert, following a long hectic day. ... More »

Mohammed chairs cabinet meeting in Liwa

04 February 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum chaired a meeting of the cabinet at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort at Liwa in the Western Region today. ... More »

Mohammed, Mohammed bin Zayed review national issues

04 February 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE ... More »

Mohammed announces new oil discovery in Dubai

04 February 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum announced the discovery of a new maritime oil field off the coast of Dubai, east of "Rashid" field. ... More »

Mohammed attends DEC meeting

28 January 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended the opening of the iconic Meydan Racecourse, the world's largest in term of area today. ... More »

Mohammed attends DEC meeting

28 January 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended a meeting of the Dubai Executive Council (DEC) at the Emirates Towers today. ... More »

Mohammed opens Arab Health Exihibtion 2010

25 January 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has inaugurated the 35th Arab Health Exhibition, the Middle East’s biggest gathering ... More »

Mohammed chairs cabinet meeting

25 January 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum chaired a meeting of the cabinet at the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi today. ... More »

Mohammed attends a lecture on Emirates Competitiveness

24 January 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended a lecture on “the Emirates Competitiveness”, which was organised by the Emirates Competitiveness ... More »

Khalifa receives Mohammed

20 January 2010

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum at Al Rawdha ... More »

Mohammed attends air college graduation

20 January 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended a graduation ceremony for the 39th batch of air force ... More »

UAE President issues Federal Decree

19 January 2010

President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan issued a Federal decree appointing H.E Mohammed Saleh Ahmed Shalwah Al Tineiji as the Executive Director ... More »

Mohammed attends graduation ceremonies

19 January 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended ceremonies marking the graduation of medical and pharmacology ... More »

Mohammed receives world leaders

19 January 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received a number of international leaders and heads of government... More »

UAQ ruler grants two lands for orphans and disabled centres

19 January 2010

H. H. Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu'alla, Supreme Council member and Ruler of Umm al-Qaiwain, has granted two plots of land to the Ministry of Social Affairs for building a centre for rehabilitation and welfare of the disabled ... More »

Abdullah meets Spanish CP, delegates to IRENA's meet

17 January 2010

Foreign Minister H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan received today at the Emirates Palace visiting Spanish Crown Prince Felipe de Borbony. ... More »

Mansour chairs Ministerial Council for Services meeting

17 January 2010

H.H Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister, Presidential Affairs Minister today chaired the a meeting by the Ministerial Council for Services to discuss environmental conservation ... More »

UAE Labour Minister participates in Arab Technical and Vocational Training Forum

17 January 2010

HE Saqr Ghobash Saeed Ghobash, UAE Minister of Labour is participating in the Arab Technical and Vocational Training Forum in Riyadh. ... More »

Ministry of Culture honors Emirates Palace

13 January 2010

The Emirates Palace has been awarded the Gold Award by the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Community Development as a leading organiser of best, exciting entertainment ... More »

Mohammed attends graduation ceremony

13 January 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended a ceremony at Zayed II Military College in Al Ain today ... More »

UAQ Ruler briefed on Marriage Fund's plans

12 January 2010

H. H. Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu'alla, Supreme Council member and Ruler of Umm al-Qaiwain, received today Dr. Mitha Al Shamsi, Minister of State and Chairperson of the Marriage Fund. ... More »

Mohammed attends Arab Women's Leadership Forum

12 January 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended the opening session of the second Arab Women's Leadership Forum at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Dubai today. ... More »

MoE and HSBC sign MoU to support SMEs

11 January 2010

The UAE Ministry of Economy today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with HSBC Middle East, to support the international expansion of the country's small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). ... More »

TRA adopts Emiratization plans to support localization of jobs

11 January 2010

Stemming from the objectives of the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority and its supporting strategy in maintaining a national human capital at the Authority, TRA adopts the "Emiratization plan" ... More »

Mohammed sets up Government of Dubai Media Office

10 January 2010

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued Law No. 2 of 2010, establishing the Government of Dubai Media Office ... More »

Mohammed visits Bahrain's King Hamad

08 January 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum arrived in Bahrain today, on fraternal visit to the kingdom. ... More »

Mohammed approves 2010 government budget

07 January 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has approved the Government of Dubai's budget for the 2010 fiscal year. ... More »

Mohammed issues decree on licence renewal fines

06 January 2010

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued a decree exempting companies ... More »

Mohammed attends sports awards

06 January 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Creative Sports Awards ... More »

Mohammed opens Burj Khalifa

04 January 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum inaugurated the newly renamed Burj Khalifa this evening ... More »

Gobash meets Arab League official

04 January 2010

H.E. Saqr Gobash, Minister of Labour and Chairman of the National Media Council (NMC), received today Yasser Abdul Monein, Director of Technical Secretariat of the Arab Information Ministers' Council. ... More »

Mohammed attends poetry soirée

03 January 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended an evening of poetry organised by Sheikh Mohammed's ... More »

Mohammed celebrates 4th anniversary as Ruler of Dubai

03 January 2010

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum participated in a parade marking his 4th anniversary as the Ruler of Dubai in the Al Mamzar area of Dubai today. ... More »

Mohammed issues decree forming judicial panel

30 December 2009

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued a decree setting up a special judicial panel to resolve disputes ... More »

Mohammed issues decree on rent increases

30 December 2009

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued a decree governing increases in rental prices in the emirate of Dubai. ... More »

Mohammed in select band of 50

30 December 2009

The Financial Times has selected UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum as one of the people that shaped the decade. ... More »

Mohammed issues law safeguarding funds in Dubai

29 December 2009

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued a law imposing tough penalties aimed at safeguarding public and private funds in Dubai. ... More »

Khalifa, Mohammed receive Sultan Qaboos

26 December 2009

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks with Sultan Qaboos bin Saeed of Oman, in the presence of UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, at Al Rawdha Palace in Al Ain today. ... More »

Sheikh Mohammed attends creativity workshop

22 December 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended the Government Creativity Workshop organised by The Sheikh Khalifa Government Excellence Programme in cooperation with INSEAD University. ... More »

Khalifa, Mohammed receive President Mubarak

22 December 2009

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks with Egyptian President Mohammed Hosni Mubarak, in the presence of UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum ... More »

Mohammed attends workshop on leadership development

22 December 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended a workshop for the Leadership Development Programme, which was held at the Ministry of Health today. ... More »

Sheikh Mohammed chairs first meeting of National Security Council

21 December 2009

H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai today chaired the first meeting of the National Security Council at the Presidential Palace. ... More »

Lubna calls for bolstering joint action mechanisms with Azerbaijan

21 December 2009

H.E. Sheikha Lubna Bint Khalid Al Qasimi, Minister of Foreign Trade, stressed today the vital need for bolstering mechanisms of joint action and materialising creative ideas for building solid trade relations and increasing trade and investment exchange with Azerbaijan. ... More »

Sheikh Mohammed chairs Cabinet meeting

20 December 2009

H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai chaired the Cabinet meeting today at the Presidential Palace. ... More »

Mohammed issues law boosting financial oversight

17 December 2009

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, UAE Vice President and Prime His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum issued a law ordering government-linked companies to transfer surplus revenues ... More »

Mohammed attends education workshop

17 December 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended part of a workshop organised by the Ministry of Education ... More »

Mohammed inspects Central Region's schools, projects

16 December 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum made a field tour to a number of schools, health centres and community service projects in the Central and Eastern Region today. ... More »

Mohammed attends DIFF closing ceremony

16 December 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended the closing ceremony of the 2009 Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) at the Madinat Arena this evening. ... More »

Muharram 1st paid public holiday for private sector workers

15 December 2009

The first day of Muharram, 1431 Hijri, which marks the start of the new Hijri calendar year, is a paid public holiday for all workers at companies and establishments of the UAE private sector, the Ministry of Labour today announced in a circular. ... More »

UAE Central Bank stands behind banks including those with exposure to Dubai World and Nakheel

14 December 2009

The Central Bank of the UAE announced today that it has been in consultation with Dubai Government over the last two weeks, and the Central Bank is pleased to see the Dubai Government announcement ... More »

Mohammed sets up Dubai World legal framework

14 December 2009

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued a decree forming a tribunal to resolve disputes related to Dubai World and its affiliates. ... More »

Khalifa departs to Kuwait for GCC summit

14 December 2009

President H.H. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan left here today for Kuwait city on top of the UAE delegation to participate in the 30th summit of the GCC leaders scheduled to start in the Kuwaiti capital later today. ... More »

National Media Council participates in Sheikh Khalifa Government Excellence Program

13 December 2009

The National Media Council (NMC) announced today the launch of its program of excellence to participate in the second edition of the Sheikh Khalifa Government Excellence Program. ... More »

Mohammed pardons National Day traffic violators

12 December 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has ordered that all those who committed traffic violations during the National day celebrations be pardoned. ... More »

UNICEF official hails UAE's projects for rehabilitation of child jockeys

08 December 2009

Ms. Sigrid Kaag, UNICEF Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa, has thanked the UAE for its human handling of the issue of child camel jockeys through its unstinted support ... More »

Sheikha Lubna discusses cooperation in trade and investment with Swedish counterpart

07 December 2009

HE Sheikha Lubna bint Khalid Al Qasimi, Minister of Foreign Trade has discussed with Eva Bj?rling, Swedish Minister of Trade, means of strengthening bilateral cooperation between UAE ... More »

UAE economy Minister: in the UAE the worst is behind us

07 December 2009

UAE Minister of Economy Sultan Saeed Al-Manrousi today urged for stronger cooperation and communication among the world's governments in order to be able to face ... More »

Mohammed tours Meydan racecourse

03 December 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has inspected work underway at the new Meydan Racecourse ... More »

UAE donates US$2.5 million to UNRWA, emphasizes backing to Palestinians

03 December 2009

The UAE has donated US$ 2.5 million to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) upon directions from President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan.... More »

UAE on the path to a secure future: Sheikh Mohammed

2 December 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum reaffirmed that the UAE economy remains robust and stable due to its diversity ... More »

UAE President addresses the nation on the 38th National Day Anniversary

1 December 2009

In an address to the nation on the occasion of the 38th National Day of UAE, President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, stressed that the leadership and the UAE people are confident ... More »

MOH dismisses two officials sentenced for forgery and breach of trust

28 November 2009

The Ministry of Health (MOH) has confirmed the dismissal of two employees after being convicted by the legal authorities for forgery and breach of trust. ... More »

Khalifa receives rulers, crown princes, deputy rulers

27 November 2009

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan received rulers, crown princes and deputy rulers of the emirates at Al Rawdha Palace in Al Ain today, where they exchanged greetings and best wishes to mark the occasion of Eid Al Adha and the 38th UAE National Day. ... More »

Mohammed visits London Business School

24 November 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and his accompanying delegation visited the London Business School today , where they received an enthusiastic reception from the college dean... More »

Mohammed visits Mansion House

24 November 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and his accompanying delegation visited the Mansion House in London today... More »

UAE President issues federal decree

24 November 2009

President HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, issued the federal decree No. 98 of the year 2009 to establish the "Council of Borders Affairs" under the chairmanship of General HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan ... More »

Khalifa issues federal decree appointing Secretary General of Higher National Security Council

23 November 2009

HE Saif Sultan Mubarak Al Aryani, has been appointed as a Secretary General of the Higher National Security Council, in grade of minister, with effect from Dec. 1, 2009 ... More »

Khalifa issues decree on transfer of officials to the Higher National Security Council

23 November 2009

President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has issued the federal decree number 102 of year on transfer of officials to the Higher National Security Council. ... More »

Mohammed meets with Queen Elizabeth II

23 November 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum met with Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom today, who received him at her residence at Winsor Castle, just outside the British capital. ... More »

Mohammed meets British Prime Minister

23 November 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum met with British Prime Minister Gordon Brown at 10 Downing Street today. ... More »

Al Hamili heads UAE delegation to the Ministerial Conference of OAPEC

23 November 2009

His Excellency Mohammed bin Dhaen Al Hamili, UAE Minister of Energy, will be heading UAE delegation to the Ministerial Conference of the Organisation of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries (OAPEC), which will be held in Cairo on the fifth of December, 2009. ... More »

Ministry of Higher Education, the Faculty of Medicine at Monash University sign agreement

23 November 2009

UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and the Faculty of Medicine at Monash University in Melbourne have signed an agreement ... More »

Al Mansouri: flydubai establishes premier position in low cost aviation sector

23 November 2009

HE Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, UAE Minster of economy and Chairman of the General Civil Aviation Authority Board, said that the low cost airline, flydubai, has proved its efficiency in the low cost aviation sector since its launch in June. ... More »

Sheikha Lubna expresses optimism on Free Trade Agreement talks with EU

23 November 2009

H.E Sheikha Lubna Al Qasimi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade has expressed optimism on the outcome of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) talks between EU and GCC. ... More »

Health minister reassures on the health of pilgrims

23 November 2009

Minister of Health HE Dr. Hanif Hassan Ali made a telephone call to the UAE's official Hajj mission to reassure himself about the soundness of measures taken for the comfort and safety of pilgrims. ... More »

Mohammed opens art exhibition

22 November 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum inaugurated an art exhibition ... More »

Mohammed attends opening of Global Agenda

20 November 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended the opening of the second Summit on the Global Agenda this evening. ... More »

Mohammed issues decree appointing Governor of DIFC

20 November 2009

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum issued a decree appointing Ahmed Humaid Al Tayer ... More »

UAE bags communication award

20 November 2009

UAE has won the communication award for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region in a contest organised by the Public opinion Research Foundation based in Zurich The prize is awarded based on specific criteria ... More »

Labour Ministry announces holidays for Eid al-Adha and the UAE National Day

18 November 2009

The Eid Al-Adha holidays for the private sector will be from 26th November to 28th November, while the UAE National Day holiday will fall on Wednesday the 2nd of December. ... More »

Holidays for Eid Al Adha and UAE National Day announced from 26th November to 3rd December

18 November 2009

Chairman of the Federal Human Resources Authority and Minister of Education HE Humaid Obeid Al Qatami announced today that as per directives from President HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan ... More »

Mohammed promotes police officer

17 November 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has ordered the promotion of Captain Mohammed Abdul Aziz Abdullah Obaidullah ... More »

Mohammed orders salary payments

17 November 2009

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has ordered that the monthly salaries of Dubai government employees ... More »

Mohammed tours Dubai International Air Show

17 November 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum toured Dubai Air Show 2009 today, where he took time out to meet with exhibitors and participants taking part in the exhibition. ... More »

Federal employees to receive allowance for accumulated leave exceeding 150 days

16 November 2009

The Ministerial Council for Services has given approval for the encashment of the outstanding annual leave if it exceeded 150 days. ... More »

The ID card deadline to end in five days

16 November 2009

Five days are to go for the deadline set by the Interior Ministry to obtain the identity cards by citizens and residents to end. ... More »

Mohammed commends efforts of public prosecution

16 November 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has praised the efforts of Dubai's attorney ... More »

Mohammed inaugurates Dubai Airshow 2009

15 November 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum opened the 11th edition of the Dubai Air Show ... More »

Mohammed:Dubai Air Show continues to establish its position

14 November 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum affirmed that the Dubai International Air Show ... More »

Mohammed approves creation of federal demographic body

10 November 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has approved a resolution for the establishment of the Federal Demographic ... More »

Mohammed stresses unity will triumph over crisis

09 November 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum opened an investment conference organised by Bank of America Merrill Lynch ... More »

Education Minister announces holidays of Eid Al Adha and national day

09 November 2009

Government and private schools as well as teaching, administrative and technical staff will observe the Eid Al Adha holiday and the UAE's 38th national day ... More »

Wage Protection System in UAE will ensure labour welfare, paper

09 November 2009

"Labourers are often the unsung heroes of the economic success of the UAE. But, in an important gesture, their role has been recognised by Labour Minister Saqr Gobash Saeed Gobash ... More »

Mohammed chairs cabinet meeting

08 November 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum chaired a meeting of the cabinet at the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi today ... More »

Mohammed welcomes a newly appointed ambassador

08 November 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received a number of newly appointed ambassadors to the UAE ... More »

President tours Western Region

07 November 2009

President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, toured today Western Region of the Abu Dhabi emirate to inspect the petroleum ... More »

FNC Speaker, German Envoy discuss cooperation ties

07 November 2009

The Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC) HH Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair discussed with German Ambassador to UAE Klaus Peter Brandes ... More »

UAE urges UN to implement recommendations of Goldstone report

05 November 2009

The United Arab Emirates urged the General Assembly of the United Nations during its meeting last night to adopt the recommendations of Goldstone ... More »

Mohammed formulates judicial committee to settle bounced cheques in real estate deals

4 November 2009

Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE H. H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued in his capacity as Ruler of Dubai a decree setting up a judicial committee ... More »

Mohammed receives Bill Clinton

4 November 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received former US President Bill Clinton at his executive office in Emirates Towers today. ... More »

UAE is committed to protect rights of workers : Gobash

4 November 2009

The UAE is very conscious of the contribution contractual workers make to its economy and in return is committed to protecting ... More »

Mohammed attends Dubai 2020 meeting

02 November 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended part of the working group meeting of the Dubai 2020 ... More »

Mohammed receives CNN delegation

02 November 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received Executive Vice President and Managing Director of CNN ... More »

Gargash: Leadership's support to the FNC contributed in forming a solid base for political action in the UAE

02 November 2009

H.E Dr Anwar Mohammed Gargash, UAE Minister of State for Federal National Council (FNC), has said that the leadership's keenness to follow up ... More »

Khalifa orders disbursing of Dh1billion for infrastructure projects in Emirate of Sharjah

01 November 2009

President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has ordered disbursing of Dh1billion for the infrastructure projects in the emirate of Sharjah. ... More »

Official emblem of the National Day celebrations approved

31 October 2009

The Higher Committee for the National Day celebrations headed by HE Abdul Rahman bin Mohammed Al Oweis, Minister of Culture ... More »

Ministry of Economy to launch national campaign for intellectual property rights

31 October 2009

The Ministry of Economy plans to launch next week a national campaign to uphold and protect intellectual property rights with the participation of many stakeholders and institutions in the public and private sectors. ... More »

Central Bank issues commemorative coins to mark F1

29 October 2009

The UAE Central Bank issued today a 313 gram and 65 mm diametre gold commemorative coin to mark the 2009 Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. ... More »

Cabinet approves UAE-U.S. agreement on peaceful nuclear cooperation

26 October 2009

The cabinet has approved the agreement for cooperation signed by the United Arab Emirates and the United States of America, concerning peaceful uses of nuclear energy. ... More »

Gargash urges more cooperation between government and the parliament to promote political life in the UAE

26 October 2009

Minister of State for Federal National Council HE Dr. Anwar Mohammed Gargash has called for further strengthening of relations between the government and the parliament to promote the political life in the country. ... More »

UAE Ministry of Finance: federal budget AED 43.6 billion

26 October 2009

he Ministry of Finance and Industry has announced the 2010 federal budget of AED 43.627 billion, posting an increase of 1.427 billion over 2009 budget. ... More »

Mohammed approves federal budget 2010

25 October 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum chaired an extraordinary meeting ... More »

MoFT opens Trade Office in China

25 October 2009

The Ministry of Foreign Trade (MoFT) has set up the trade representation office in China in line with the strategy of the MoFT to safeguard the UAE's trade interests and increase ... More »

FEWA approves projects in northern emirates

25 October 2009

The Federal Electricity and Water Authority (FEWA) has approved a number of projects in the northern emirates at a total coast of AED 172mn. The projects will strengthen the power transmission and distribution network in the Northern Emirates. ... More »

Gargash chairs 17th meeting of the UAE National Committee to Combat Human Trafficking

24 October 2009

UAE State Minister of Foreign Affairs, State Minister for the Federal National Council Affairs and Chairman of the UAE National Committee to Combat Human Trafficking HE Dr Anwar Mohammed Gargash ... More »

Lubna Al Qasimi discusses interrelation of trade, energy and environmental issues at WTO-IDS Conference in Geneva

24 October 2009

H.E. Sheikha Lubna Al Qasimi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade joined World Trade Organisation (WTO) Director General Pascal Lamy at an international conference on global challenges ... More »

Mohammed Bin Rashid opens Cultural Centre in Abu Dhabi

21 October 2009

Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum opened in Abu Dhabi today the Cultural Centre. ... More »

FNC Speaker renews his pledge to work for national prosperity

21 October 2009

Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC) Abdul Aziz Abdullah Al Ghurair pledged anew to President HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Vice President ... More »

National Committee to Combat Human Trafficking organizes training for UAE taskforce in Belarus

21 October 2009

The UAE National Committee to Combat Human Trafficking assigned its special taskforce of 22 specialists to Belarus to participate in a training programme organized ... More »

Mohammed Bin Rashid to open fourth season of the FNC's 14th legislative chapter

20 October 2009

Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum will open tomorrow the fourth season of the Federal National Council's 14th legislative chapter. ... More »

Khalifa names Al Badi director of justice ministry

20 October 2009

President H.H. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a federal decree appointing Mohammed bin Hamad Al Badi as director general of ministry of justice.... More »

UAE pledges continuous backing to UN's anti-crime, anti-drug efforts

20 October 2009

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) pledged continuous support to crime prevention, criminal justice and drug control efforts being made by the United Nations, its agencies and all other international relevant organizations ... More »

UAE wins membership of key UNESCO councils

20 October 2009

The United Arab Emirates was elected as a member of two UNESCO Councils; The Intergovernmental Council of the Management of Social Transformations (MOST) Programme and the Intergovernmental Council for the Information for All Programme (IFAP). ... More »

MoEW marks World Food Day

19 October 2009

The Ministry of Environment '&' Water has organised a series of seminars. lectures and open-discussion sessions to mark the World Food Day, observed on October 16. ... More »

FACO workshop highlights global vulnerability to climate-change related crises and the media's role in raising awareness

19 October 2009

A two-day media workshop on environmental humanitarian reporting, held on October 18-19 in Abu Dhabi ... More »

UAE government keen on family cohesiveness: Al Roumi

19 October 2009

UAE Minister of Social Affairs HE Mariam Al Roumi, said the UAE leadership is keen to keep UAE family together through advocating community welfare and progress in all fields. ... More »

Islamic conference pays tribute to Mohammed

14 October 2009

Closing the meeting of the 6th Islamic Conference of Culture Ministers in Baku, Azerbaijan, delegates hailed UAE Vice President ... More »

Foreign Trade Ministry launches UAE foreign investments database

10 October 2009

The UAE Foreign Ministry has started the building of a comprehensive database for UAE foreign investments, the first-of-its-kind in the country. ... More »

UAE lifts ban on bird imports from Germany

10 October 2009

The UAE has lifted a ban on import of live, domesticated, wild and ornamental birds and by-products and derivatives from the two German states of Bavaria-Bayern and Brandenburg. ... More »

Mohammed bin Rashid lauds Mosque architecture

10 October 2009

Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has called for maintenance of Mosque Architecture ... More »

President of Argentina receives UAE FM

09 October 2009

President of Argentina Cristina Fern?ndez welcomed at Presidential Palace UAE Foreign Minister HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan. ... More »

Lubna Al Qasimi: UAE is one among the five major Asian countries enjoying high confidence in trade financing

06 October 2009

Minister of Foreign Trade HE Sheikha Lubna Bint Khalid Al Qasimi participated in the seminar organized by the World Bank on the sidelines of the annual meetings of IMF and World Bank in the Turkish ... More »

ECC Secretariat reviews the progress of the UAE in the World Bank's "Doing Business 2010" report

06 October 2009

The Emirates Competitiveness Council (ECC) secretariat hosted a panel discussion entitled "Doing Business 2010" in collaboration with the World Bank and International Finance Corporation (IFC) ... More »

Minister of Justice meets heads of the Federal Courts

05 October 2009

Minister of Justice HE Dr Hadef Joan Al Dhahiri, has met in Dubai the heads of the Federal Courts nationwide. The move comes in line with a series of periodic meetings being held by the minister to follow up performance at the courts. ... More »

MOE launches 'Safe Schools' campaign to combat H1N1

05 October 2009

The Ministry of Education has launched media campaign to raise awareness on combating H1N1 under the slogan: 'safe schools. ... More »

Ministry of Health to close schools without nurses: Humaid Al Qattami

05 October 2009

HE Humaid Al Qattami, Minister of Education has warned to close schools if they failed to hire nurses trained to conduct screening of students for possible H1N1 infection. ... More »

UAE President issues law on peaceful uses of nuclear energy

04 October 2009

His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE issued Federal Law No. 6 of 2009 Regarding the Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy. ... More »

Mohammed receives Marriage Fund officials

02 October 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has received the chairperson and board members of the Marriage Fund at his resort in Al Marmoum.... More »

UAE Foreign Aid Coordination Office Issues Appeal for Emergency Relief Aid

02 October 2009

The UAE Foreign Aid Coordination Office (FACO) is appealing for emergency relief aid after a powerful earthquake and massive storms left hundreds dead in Indonesia and Philippines, respectively ... More »

Mohammed receives Bloomberg Chairman

01 October 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received the Chairman and President of Bloomberg LP, Peter T. Grauer, at his office in Emirates Towers today. ... More »

Minister of Economy, EBA discuss domestic economy situation

01 October 2009

H.E. Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, Minister of Economy, reviewed today with H.E. Ahmed Humaid Al Tayer, Deputy Chairman of Emirates Banks Association (EBA) ... More »

Khalifa names board of Etihad Railways Co.

30 September 2009

President H.H. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a federal decree formulating the board of directors of the Etihad (Union) Railways Company under the chairmanship of Hussein Jassim Al Nowais. ... More »

UAE Foreign Aid Coordination Office signs MoU with Abu Dhabi University

28 September 2009

The UAE Foreign Aid Coordination Office (FACO), the federal agency recently set up to support and coordinate UAE-based donor organizations that provide assistance for humanitarian activities and emergency relief worldwide ... More »

100, 000 workers start to receive salaries through WPS

28 September 2009

UAE Labour Minister HE Saqr Ghobash has hailed the priority given to the Wage Protection System (WPS) at local and international levels even before it becomes into effect as per the ministerial resolution number 788 of year 2009. ... More »

Khalifa, Mohammed attend wedding

28 September 2009

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended a wedding banquet hosted by the King Of Bahrain ... More »

UAE banks narrow deposits to loans ratio : Suewidi

28 September 2009

Banks operating in the UAE have substantially reduced the gap between deposits and loans, Governor of the UAE Central Bank affirmed today. ... More »

UAE reiterates support to IRENA, peaceful nuclear energy

27 September 2009

Foreign Minister of the United Arab Emirates H.H Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan stressed that his country's interest in developing a program for the peaceful use of nuclear energy stems from its desire to meet its growing needs of energy in the future. ... More »

Education Minister: Prudent policy of the leaders made UAE a model for combating H1N1

25 September 2009

Minister of Education HE Humaid Mohammed Al Qatami said that the constant concern of President HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum ... More »

Minister of Education tours schools in Central Region

23 September 2009

Education Minister HE Humaid Al Qatami called on officials in the ministry to keep communication with the educational field through paying the field visits to ensure the educational process ... More »

Khalifa receives Mohammed, Rulers of the Emirates

20 September 2009

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan received UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates at Al Mushrif Palace in Abu Dhabi today. ... More »

Mohammed visits Sheikh Zayed's tomb

20 September 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum visited the tomb of the late UAE founder and leader, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan this morning. ... More »

Mohammed performs Eid prayers

20 September 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum performed Eid Al Fitr prayers at the Grand Eid Musalla in Bur Dubai this morning. ... More »

Mohammed exchanges Eid greetings

17 September 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has sent congratulatory cables to leaders of Islamic and Arabic countries today on the advent of Eid Al Fitr. ... More »

2010 federal budget discussed, pending Cabinet's approval

17 September 2009

The Financial '&' Economic Committee discussed the draft federal budget for the fiscal year 2010 which includes recommendations from all federal ministries and departments. ... More »

Education Minister ratifies three-year school calendar

16 September 2009

The Minister of Education HE Humaid Mohammed Al Qatami ratified today the school calendar for the next three years in the light of the approval of ministerial council for services. ... More »

Shawwal Moon-sighting Committee set up

15 September 2009

Justice Minister, Dr. Hadif bin Jowan Al-Dhahiri, has issued a ministerial decree setting up a moon-sighting committee for the month of Shawwal 1430 Hijri (2009). ... More »

Federal employees to get salaries before Eid

14 September 2009

The Ministry of Finance said today that employees of the federal government, pensioners and recipients of aid from Social Affairs Ministry will receive their salaries and allwoances this month before Eid Al Fitr. ... More »

MoH, HCT sign MoU

14 September 2009

The Ministry of Health (MoH) and Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for exchange of expertise and joint cooperation in healthcare research and studies. ... More »

Tanmia to have Dh 32 mn premises

14 September 2009

The National Human Resources Development and Employment Authority (Tanmia) will have a new modern building in Dubai. ... More »

Al Mansouri: Inflation rate in UAE will come down to 3.5 to 4pc this year

13 September 2009

The annual inflation rate in UAE is to record a substantial fall this year settling at somewhere between 3.5pc and 4pc, Minister of Economy HE Sultan Bin Saeed Al Mansouri said. ... More »

Foreign Ministry discusses issuance of entry visas to holders of diplomatic passports

13 September 2009

A meeting has been held at the Foreign Ministry to coordinate among competent authorities over streamlining a unified decision on implementation the Cabinet decision number 1/128 ... More »

The Ministerial Committee for Legislations meets

13 September 2009

Minister of Justice HE Dr. Hadef Jowan Al Dhahiri presided over a meeting of the Ministerial Committee for Legislations today. ... More »

Mohammed issues Law of Dubai Sports Council

12 September 2009

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued Law No. 11 of 2009, pertaining to the Dubai Sports Council. ... More »

Environment and Water Ministry seeks to make UAE plastic bags free

12 September 2009

The Ministry of Environment and Water is launching a campaign to make the UAE free from the plastic bags through awareness campaign that targets students and public to enlighten them about the health hazards caused by these bags. ... More »

Al Qatami stresses UAE leadership, community trust educational system

12 September 2009

The UAE leadership and community have confidence in the educational system and its objectives, Education Minister HE Humaid Al Qatami, has said. ... More »

Mohammed visits Al Dara border checkpoint

11 September 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum paid a visit to the Al Dara border checkpoint between UAE and Oman... More »

Mohammed bin Rashid receives German Muslim Scholar Hofmann

10 September 2009

Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, received at his Al Marmum resort last night German Muslim Scholar Dr Murad Hofmann ... More »

Mohammed officially launches Dubai Metro

9 September 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has officially launched the Red Line of Dubai Metro, the world’s longest and the Middle East’s ... More »

Mohammed: UAE economy is strong and will reach its goals

9 September 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said that the UAE economy is strong and will reach its goals quickly, likening it to the plane moving towards its destination more quickly after experiencing adverse winds abated. ... More »

Mohammed launches sports award

8 September 2009

As per the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan to support the youth and sports sectors and improve the sport movement’s level in the country, UAE Vice President ... More »

Mohammed receives leaders of youth and sports sectors

8 September 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, welcomed leaders of youth and sports sectors, along with sports media persons in different media outlets in the country, at his Palace in Za’abeel last night. ... More »

Mohammed bin Rashid visits HCT in RAK

7 September 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum toured the Higher Colleges of Technology in Ras Al Khaimah, today. ... More »

Saif Bin Zayed gives directives to study application of Japanese system of traffic management

7 September 2009

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has given directives to consider the ways to benefit from the Japanese experience in traffic management and study the possibility of applying it in the UAE. ... More »

Mohammed Bin Rashid receives scholars, preachers

7 September 2009

Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received a group of Muslim scholars and preachers who arrived earlier in the UAE at the invitation of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan. ... More »

Mohammed visits Mohammed bin Zayed

6 September 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum visited Abu Dhabi Crown Prince and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. ... More »

MCS approves schools' curriculum

6 September 2009

The Ministerial Council for Services (MCS) held a meeting today at the Presidential Palace under the chairmanship of H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister '&' Minister of Presidential Affairs. ... More »

Mohammed hails achievements of physically challenged sportsmen

4 September 2009

Laws enacted by the UAE grant the people with special needs the right to employment, education, marriage, and decent living on equal terms with their natural peers, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai H. H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has affirmed. ... More »

Sheikh Mohammed: The financial crisis is a passing cloud

4 September 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received, at Za'abeel Palace ... More »

Mohammed receives Sharjah, RAK crown princes

3 September 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received Sharjah Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al-Qasimi ... More »

Mohammed meets with Emirati intellectuals, artists

2 September 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received ... More »

Minister of Health issues ministerial decision over guide procedures on medical errors investigation

1 September 2009

UAE Health Minister Hanif Hassan, has issued a ministerial decision over guide procedures to help investigate medical errors. ... More »

All schools in UAE must fly UAE flag, sing national anthem

1 September 2009

Beginning from this 2009/2010 academic year, all public and private schools in the UAE will have to fly the UAE national flag and sing the national anthem every morning during the parade ... More »

Mohammed receives senior UAE military and police officers

31 August 2009

Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashid Al Maktoum received UAE Defence Undersecretary ... More »

Mohammed establishes Supreme Council for Energy

31 August 2009

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued Law No 19 of 2009, establishing the Supreme Council for Energy. ... More »

Mohammed issues law setting up Department of Oil Affairs

31 August 2009

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, issued Law No.18 of 2009 setting up the Department of Oil Affairs. ... More »

Central Bank reduces interest rate on liquidity support facilities to 1.5%

31 August 2009

H.E. Khalil Mohamed Sharif Foulathi, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Central Bank of UAE, announced today that, with effect from Tuesday, 1 September 2009, the interest rate on the liquidity support facilities to banks shall be reduced from 2.5% to 1.5%. ... More »

UAE maintaining economic growth in 2009 as rest of the world braces for further 1 to 2 per cent slide

30 August 2009

UAE Minister of Foreign Trade H.E. Sheikha Lubna Al Qasimi discussed key strategies adopted by the Emirates to maintain economic growth even as the world ... More »

UAE economy remains robust, Al Mansouri:

30 August 2009

His Excellency Sultan Al Mansouri, UAE Minister of Economy, said the federal government's continuous efforts to develop the national economic infrastructure ... More »

Mohammed chairs cabinet meeting

30 August 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum chaired a meeting of the Cabinet at the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi today ... More »

Mohammed to open Dubai Metro

30 August 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum will officially launch Dubai Metro on 9thSeptember 2009. ... More »

Mohammed tours EIAST

30 August 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum paid an inspection visit to the Emirates Institution for Advanced Science and Technology (Eiast) yesterday. ... More »

GCO Team Successfully Concludes UK Study Visit

29 August 2009

The Government Communication Office (GCO) team has successfully concluded a study visit to the UK which was organized by the Ministry of Cabinet Affairs. ... More »

Mohammed receives Abu Dhabi Crown Prince

27 August 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received at his palace in Zaabeel today Abu Dhabi Crown Prince ... More »

Mohammed visits Health Ministry

26 August 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum made an inspection tour to the Ministry of Health premises in Dubai ... More »

Mohammed bin Rashid tours ministries in Dubai

25 August 2009

Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum today made a tour of the ministries of Social Affairs and Labour. ... More »

Mohammed bin Rashid meets media personalities

25 August 2009

Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum met this evening with representatives of UAE-based local and foreign media. ... More »

VP welcomes Fujairah Crown Prince

24 August 2009

Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received today H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, who called on him to extend Ramadan greetings. ... More »

President receives Mohammed Bin Rashid, Rulers

23 August 2009

President HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan received today evening at the Bateen Palace, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum ... More »

FM demands citizens traveling to Saudi Arabia to use passports

22 August 2009

The Foreign Ministry has demanded UAE citizens wishing to travel to Saudi Arabia or passing through its lands to other GCC member states to use their passports instead of IDs. ... More »

Mohammed Bin Rashid receives Ramadan greetings, hold Iftar banquet for well-wishers

22 August 2009

Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has received at Za'abeel Palace a host of well-wishers on the occasion of the start of the Holy Month of Ramadan. ... More »

Mohammed pardons 595 prisoners

22 August 2009

Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has ordered the release of 595 prisoners from the Dubai Punitive and Correctional Establishments on the advent of the holy month of Ramadan. Sixty two of those pardoned inmates were UAE nationals. ... More »

Mohammed meets with Saudi Crown Prince

19 August 2009

Saudi Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Aviation and Inspector General of Saudi Arabia Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al Saud received UAE Vice President ... More »

Ministry of Economy announces integrated plan to support consumers during Ramadan

17 August 2009

The Ministry of Economy has announced a full-fledged plan aimed at protecting the interests of consumers during the Holy Month of Ramadan. ... More »

MSFNCA holds final training session for media professionals

16 August 2009

The Ministry of State for Federal National Council Affairs (MSFNCA) will conduct the final workshop in a series of training sessions organised exclusively for media professionals on August 19, 2009 ... More »

Government announces working timings for public sector in Ramadan

16 August 2009

Federal ministries and institutions will start duty during the holy month of Ramadan from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, according to a circular issued today by HE Humaid Mohammed Al Qattami, Minister of Education and Chairman of the Federal Human Resources Authority. ... More »

Mohammed issues decree appointing support fund board

12 August 2009

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued a decree Number 24 of 2009 appointing chairman and members of the Board of the Dubai Financial Support Fund (Support Fund). ... More »

Ministry of Labour holds open day at Yas Island on labour laws, work ban at afternoons

11 August 2009

The Ministry of Labour held today at Yas Island an open day awareness campaign on the labour law and work ban at open places at afternoons. ... More »

NMC, TRA name consultant for TV audience measurement initiative

11 August 2009

The National Media Council (NMC) and the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) have appointed an international consulting firm as a consultant for the initial phase of the UAE's TV audience measurement initiative. ... More »

President issues decree amending some provisions of corporate law

10 August 2009

Partners in limited liability companies will determine sufficient capital requirements for establishment of their companies in contrary to the previous law ... More »

Sheikh Mohammed Enacts DIFC's New Payment System Settlement Finality Law

9 August 2009

HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has enacted the Dubai International Financial Centre's (DIFC) ... More »

Mohammed sets up special judicial committee

4 August 2009

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued a decree ... More »

DubaiSat-1 takes UAE flag into space

30 July 2009

Following the successful launch of DubaiSat-1 into space at 10:46pm UAE time on July 29, 2009, the Emirates Institution for Advanced Science '&' Technology (EIAST) announced today that the satellite has achieved optimal position in orbit around the earth and has successfully connected with the EIAST earth observation station in Dubai. ... More »

Mohammed amends laws

27 July 2009

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued an amendment to Law No.3 of 2004 governing departure fees from Dubai International Airport. ... More »

11 cases of H1N1 recovered, says MoH

27 July 2009

11 cases of Swine Flu out 46 have recovered fully and discharged from the hospital following treatment, the Ministry of Health (MoH), has said. ... More »

UAE committee examines 22 files of UAE children born to Egyptian mothers

26 July 2009

An Interior Ministry committee assigned to handle files of UAE children born to foreign mothers is in Cairo to meet UAE children of Egyptian mothers. ... More »

Labour Minister issues decree to enforce WPS

22 July 2009

All institutions registered under the labour ministry will, from September this year, start making payment of their workers' wages and salaries through the newly introduced Wages Protection System (WPS). ... More »

Mohammed launches Dubai Financial Support Fund

22 July 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued decree No.24 of 2009, establishing the Dubai Financial Support Fund. ... More »

Mohammed lays foundation stone of new paediatric hospital

19th July 2009

Following his order earlier this year, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has laid the foundation stone of a new paediatric hospital in the Al Wasl area of Dubai. ... More »

U.S Treasury Secretary, UAE officials discuss role of education policy in economic growth

15th July 2009

U.S Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner and Minister of Foreign Trade HE Sheikha Lubna Al-Qassimi, today joined a meeting hosted by U.S.-UAE Business Council at Emirates Palace Hotel ... More »

Gargash meets foreign ministers of Jordan, Pakistan and Bosnia '&' Herzegovina

13th July 2009

UAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Anwar Mohammed Gargash met today on the fringes of the preparatory meeting of the 15th NAM summit here, the foreign minister of Jordan Nasser Joudhah ... More »

President issues federal decree for the establishment of the National Statistics Centre

12th July 2009

President HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has issued a federal decree containing the law establishing the National Statistics Centre of the United Arab Emirates. ... More »

Health Minister opens workshop for leadership development programme

11th July 2009

Criteria of efficiency, equality and transparency are essential for team working to upgrade performance in various health services, Health Minister Dr. Hanif Hassan affirmed today. ... More »

UAE to train 20 disable Palestinians

11th July 2009

Twenty physically challenged persons from Gaza Strip will get one year training at the Interior Ministry's Rehabilitation and Employment Centres for People with Special Needs under a grant given by HH Lt.General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior. ... More »

Emirates Competitiveness Council Organizes a Competitiveness Workshop for Government Officials

8th July 2009

Emirates Competitiveness Council organized a workshop for officials in the Federal Government and the local Governments on the importance of building and developing local skills to enhance the competitiveness of the UAE. ... More »

President approves Federal Law decree for setting up "Etihad Trains Company"

8th July 2009

President H.H. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has approved a federal law decree for setting up a railways company, which shall be an independent corporate body, involved in the transporting of goods and passengers, and shall operate under the name "Etihad Trains Company". ... More »

UAE, UNHCR signs agreement for humanitarian operations in Pakistan

6th July 2009

The Government of United Arab Emirates, represented by Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation, and UNHCR has signed a partnership agreement to support humanitarian operations in Pakistan. ... More »

General Information Authority launches "Khidmate" a complete eServices repository

6th July 2009

With its continuous efforts to implement the UAE e-Strategy, set forth by H.H. Shiekh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and H.H. Shiekh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai ... More »

Mohammed adopts government communications strategy

5th July 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has approved a new federal government communications strategy, which aims to enhance the country’s image, while creating an integrated communications system between federal entities. ... More »

General Information Authority launches "Khidmate" a complete eServices repository

5th July 2009

With its continuous efforts to implement the UAE e-Strategy, set forth by H.H. Shiekh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and H.H. Shiekh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, The General Information Authority (GIA) launched "Khidmate" ... More »

NMC launches UAE Expo 2010 Shanghai website

5th July 2009

The UAE yesterday launched a new website, highlighting its participation at EXPO 2010 Shanghai; just ten months before the opening of the nation's physical pavilion at Expo. ... More »

Gargash opens workshop on organizational restructure of Foreign Ministry work procedures

4th July 2009

UAE State Minister for Foreign Affairs HE Dr Anwar Mohammed Gargash, inaugurated today at a hotel in Jebel Ali, a workshop on organizational restructure of the Foreign Ministry work procedures, which is being executed in cooperation with OC'&'C Strategy Consultants. ... More »

Ministerial Services Council briefed on mechanism for signing agreements

2nd July 2009

The Ministerial Services Council was briefed here today in a meeting under chairmanship of Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Presidential Affairs and Chairman of the Ministerial Services Council HH Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan ... More »

Saif calls for adoption of creative techniques in Interior Ministry strategy

1st July 2009

HH Lt.General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, stressed today the need for massive efforts to put the interior ministry's strategy into action. ... More »

Mansour bin Zayed receives Blair

1st July 2009

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs HH Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, received here today in his office Tony Blair, Representative of the International Quartet for Middle East Peace, who is currently visiting the country. ... More »

President issues decree ending FNC's current legislative season

30th June 2009

President HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a federal decree announcing prorogation of the third season of the Federal National Council's 14th legislative chapter. ... More »

FNC goes into recess without approving the draft bill on the establishment of Emirates Development Bank

30th June 2009

The Federal National Council (FNC) concluded its third regular legislative season today by approving two different federal laws pertaining to financial instruments and federal revenue, before finally going into recess. ... More »

Ministry of Culture signs MoU with TRA for e-security

30th June 2009

The Ministry of Culture, Youth and Community Development, today signed at its headquarters in Abu Dhabi, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA). ... More »

Mohammed congratulates Khalifa on IRENA selection

29th June 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum sent a cable to President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan today... More »

Mohammed launches Sheikh Khalifa excellence programme

29th June 2009

In his bid to position the UAE at the forefront of high-performing governments in the world, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai... More »

Mohammed considers Olympic Games bid

29th June 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum inaugurated mobile units for field support... More »

Mohammed launches accident care units

27th June 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum inaugurated mobile units for field support... More »

Gargash: We are optimistic on hosting IRENA headquarters

27th June 2009

Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Dr. Anwar Mohammed Gargash, has expressed optimism on UAE's chance of hosting the headquarters of the ... More »

Mohammed bin Rashid orders allocation of $1million for best local, Arab dramatic work

26th June 2009

Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has ordered the allocation... More »

Mohammed inspects the Ministry of Education

25th June 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has toured the headquarters of the... More »

Mohammed launches governmental services initiative

25th June 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has launched a pioneering initiative.... More »

Mohammed chairs cabinet meeting

24th June 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum chaired a meeting of the cabinet at the.... More »

Mohammed attends ceremony for judicial graduates

23rd June 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended the Dubai Judicial Institute.... More »

Mohammed receives Korean Prime Minister

22nd June 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received Prime Minister Han Seung-soo.... More »

Mohammed issues law, decrees

22nd June 2009

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued.... More »

Ministerial Services Council discusses report on insecticide control

21st June 2009

The Ministerial Services Council, discussed a report on the efforts of the Ministry of Environment and Water, on tightening control on.... More »

UAE hopes for UN members' support on its IRENA headquarters hosting bid

19th June 2009

The UAE expressed hopes for support from United Nations member states on its bid to host the headquarters of the International Renewable.... More »

FNC passes public debt bill

17th June 2009

The Federal National Council (FNC) passed today two federal bills on public debt and Plant breeders' rights (PBR), also known as plant variety.... More »

Ministry of Education and Abu Dhabi Education Council, Masdar sign MoU (updated)

16th June 2009

Abu Dhabi Future Company "Masdar" signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with both the Ministry of Education and Abu Dhabi Education Council.... More »

Waste water treatment issue gets attention: Environment Minister

16th June 2009

Environment and Water Minister HE Dr Rashid Ahmed bin Fahad, said the issue of waste water treatment has been increasingly receiving attention.... More »

Mohammed issues law, decree

16th June 2009

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued.... More »

Khalifa appoints Hamdan Bin Zayed as Ruler's Representative in the Western Region

14th June 2009

WAM Born in Al Ain in 1963, Sheikh Hamdan is the fourth son of the late founding father of the nation Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and brother of HH Sheikh Khalifa.... More »

Mohammed creates "Brand Dubai"

12th June 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has established the Dubai Media Affairs Office... More »

Higher Supervisory Committee holds Emergency Meeting to deal with A/H1N1

12th June 2009

The Higher Supervisory Committee held here today an emergency meeting, chaired by Minister of Health, Dr. Hanif Hassan Ali... More »

UAE economic policy to eye industry : Mansouri

12th June 2009

To cope with global economic and financial transformations, the UAE economic strategy will seek to open up new markets for national products... More »

Mohammed receives Bahraini Crown Prince

10th June 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received Bahrain's Crown Prince... More »

Cabinet approves manual of General Criteria for Workers' Accommodation

8th June 2009

As part of its commitment to protect workers' rights and improve the standards of workers' accommodation in line with international standards... More »

President receives Fujairah Ruler

8th June 2009

President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Monday received His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, UAE Supreme Council... More »

Gargash underscores UAE's stance on withdrawal from GCC Monetary Union

8th June 2009

Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Dr. Anwar Mohammed Gargash, has reiterated the UAE's stance of withdrawing from the GCC Monetary Union... More »

Mohammed issues private areas development decree

7th June 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued decree No.22 for 2009... More »

Al Qatami issues order setting up Education Zones Development Council

7th June 2009

Education Minister HE Humaid Al Qatami, has issued an order setting up the Education Zones' Development Council, to be chaired by the minister... More »

Mohammed meets with Queen Elizabeth II

6th June 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum met with Queen Elizabeth II at the renowned Derby Festival... More »

Mohammed expands Noor Dubai

5th June 2009

The Noor Dubai Initiative, which provides medical treatment for poor people suffering from eye-related diseases, has been transformed into a foundation... More »

Mohammed receives Jordanian King

3rd June 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received King Abdullah II of Jordan at Za’abeel... More »

Education vs. Extremism

3rd June 2009

Arabs appreciate the fact that President Barack Obama has decided to deliver a major speech in an Islamic country (Egypt) about relations between the United States... More »

Mohammed receives national leaders

2nd June 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received leaders from the second and third tiers of ministries and federal ... More »

Mohammed chairs cabinet meeting

31st May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum chaired a meeting of the cabinet at the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi today ... More »

Khalifa, Mohammed receive Emir of Qatar

31st May 2009

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received the Emir of Qatar Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani and his accompanying delegation at Abu Dhabi Airport today. ... More »

Minister of Health inspects medical equipments at Sharjah airport

30th May 2009

The minister inspected the thermal scanning equipment and viewed its functioning.... More »

Khalifa receives Saudi Foreign Minister

30th May 2009

President HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, received here today at Al Rodah Palace Saudi Foreign Minister, HRH Prince Saud Al Faisal bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud... More »

Mohammed orders halt to government fee hikes

28th May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has ordered a halt to government fee increases and further... More »

Mohammed orders establishment of cancer research centre

27th May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has ordered the construction of a specialised... More »

Mohammed attends ECC meeting

27th May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended the inaugural meeting of the Emirates Competitive... More »

Gobash issues regulations for mid-day summer break

27th May 2009

Labour Minister Saqr Gobash issued today a resolution regulating working hours during the summer season from the first of July up to 31st of August.... More »

MoI is committed to welfare of persons with special needs : Saif

27th May 2009

The Ministry of Interior is committed to train and recruit persons with special needs to privide them with decent life and socio-economic stability, HH Lt.General... More »

Mohammed visits Aswaq Shopping Mall

26th May 2009

President HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, visited here today French President Nicholas Sarkozy at his residence at Emirates Palace in presence of HH General... More »

Mohammed visits Aswaq Shopping Mall

26th May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum toured the recently-opened Aswaq Shopping Mall... More »

Mohammed inspects housing project for Emirati youth

26th May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum went on a field tour of a new Dh2.1 billion residential project... More »

UAE, France sign a number of agreements in presence of Khalifa and Sarkozy

26th May 2009

UAE and France inked today at Al Mushrif Palace a number of agreements and memorandums of understanding in the fields of security, defence and diplomatic... More »

French President, UAE Interior Minister inaugurate Maritime Peace Camp in Abu Dhabi

26th May 2009

French President Nicolas Sarkozy and HH Lt.General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, inaugurated today... More »

UAE President receives Swiss President

25th May 2009

President HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, received today at Al Mushrif Palace in presence of HH General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan... More »

UAE Ministry of Health announces the first case of H1N1 virus in the country

24th May 2009

The UAE Ministry of Health announced handling of the first case of H1N1 in the country after laboratorial tests came positive on a male passenger who arrived... More »

Hamdan Bin Mohammed: The journey in search of knowledge never ends

24th May 2009

Crown Prince of Dubai HH Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended today a discussion forum organised by UAE Government Leaders Programme... More »

UAE is France's major trade partner in the region : French President

24th May 2009

The ambitious policies adopted by the UAE authorities over the last years paved the way for dynamic, open diversified economy, making the Arabian... More »

Pakistan PM inaugurates Khalifa Medical and Dental College

23rd May 2009

Pakistani Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani inaugurated here today the Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Bin Al Nahyan Medical and Dental College at the Sheikh Zayed Medical... More »

UAE plays active developmental role, adopts Islamic and Arab issues

23rd May 2009

UAE State Minister for Foreign Affairs HE Dr Anwar Mohammed Gargash, said the UAE plays vital developmental role to achieve stability, as well as adopting... More »

UAE will not be party to GCC monetray union agreement

20th May 2009

The UAE has decided not to take part in the proposed monetary union agreement between the states of the Gulf Cooperation Council, an official source at the Foreign Ministry... More »

Mohammed funds digital library in Istanbul

18th May 2009

Following on the initiatives of UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, a digital library was opened by... More »

Mohammed establishes Emirates Nursing and Midwifery Council

18th May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued Decree No. 10 for 2009, establishing the Emirates Nursing... More »

Labour salaries' transfer to banks will create a qualitative shift: Ghobash

16th May 2009

In a drive to protect salaries, the Ministry of Labour has reached in cooperation with the UAE Central Bank an understanding on the implementation mechanism... More »

UAE selected to host regional centre for blood derivatives studies

16th May 2009

The UAE has been selected to host the regional centre for studies on using modern technology for sterilization of blood plasma and platelets of different microbes... More »

MoH, Swiss drug maker Roche hold talks over joint cooperation

16th May 2009

The UAE Ministry of Health held talks with Swiss drug maker Roche over mechanism of re-energising joint programmes for upgrading pharmaceutical industries... More »

Mohammed attends AUD graduation ceremony

13th May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended the American University of Dubai’s (AUD) 12th graduation... More »

Mohammed honours Arab Journalism Award winners

12th May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum honoured the winners of the 8th Arab Journalism Awards at the Atlantis Hotel... More »

Mohammed chairs cabinet meeting

12th May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum chaired a meeting of the cabinet at the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi... More »

Mohammed opens Arab Media Forum

11th May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum inaugurated the 8th edition of the Arab Media Forum at the Atlantis... More »

Mohammed receives Amr Moussa

11th May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received the Secretary General of the League of Arab States... More »

Mohammed receives heads of Arab media

11th May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received editor-in-Chiefs and heads of Arab media... More »

Khalifa issues decree approving cabinet reshuffle

11th May 2009

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a federal decree, approving a cabinet reshuffle in which Lt-General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed... More »

Mohammed inaugurates Dubai Mall

8th May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has attended the official opening of Dubai Mall... More »

Mohammed inaugurates Dubai International Cricket Stadium

7th May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum inaugurated the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in... More »

Mohammed orders Dh5m support for special needs programmes

7th May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has ordered the provision of a Dh5 million grant... More »

Mohammed visits Arabian Travel Market

6th May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum visited the 16th Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2009 today... More »

Mohammed heads UAE delegation at GCC Summit

5th May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum travelled to the Saudi Arabian capital Riyadh today... More »

Mohammed leads UAE delegation to GCC Consultative Summit

5th May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum left for the Saudi Capital Riyadh today... More »

Mohammed addresses the Armed Forces

5th May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum underlined UAE President and Supreme Commander... More »

Mohammed establishes UAE Competitiveness Council

4th May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued a decision establishing the Emirates... More »

United Arab Emirates Submits Official Bid to Host Headquarters of International Renewable Energy Agency

4th May 2009

The UAE has officially submitted its bid to host the interim and eventual permanent seat of the International Renewable Energy Agency in Abu Dhabi... More »

Mohammed attends English 1,000 Guineas

3rd May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended the English 1,000 Guineas, which was... More »

GCC Health Ministers' emergency meeting adopts measures to combat Swine Flu

2nd May 2009

Council for the Arab States of the Gulf (GCC) Member States and Yemen began their emergency meeting in Doha Saturday to discuss urgent preventive precautionary... More »

Mohammed sends cable of condolences to Emir of Qatar

1st May 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has sent a cable of condolences to the Emir of Qatar... More »

President sends cable of condolence to Emir of Qatar

1st May 2009

President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan today sent a cable of condolence to Emir of Qatar His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani... More »

Al Owais names board of 'sports for all' committee

29 April 2009

Minister of Culture, Youth and Community Development H.E. Abdul Rahman bin Mohammed Al Owais has issued a resolution, naming the board of directors... More »

Mohammed Bin Rashid gives directives to employ national orphans

29 April 2009

In line with the directives of Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum... More »

Mol launches ''My Salary'' service

29 April 2009

The Ministry of Labour announced today the launch of ''My Salary'' service as part of its efforts to allow firms deliver monthly payments... More »

Mohammed tours naturalisation and residency department

29 April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has toured the Dubai Naturalisation… More »

Duke University Sets Up Dubai Campus at DIFC

28 April 2009

Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, DIFC… More »

UAE Health Min. sets up two committees for swine flue

28 April 2009

UAER Health Minister Humaid Mohammed al-Qattami today, in tow ministerial decisions, set up two committees to encounter any threat of swine flue… More »

Burda Competition of UAE to attract more contestants from around the world

28 April 2009

The seventh edition of the Burda Competition launched by HH Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Foreign Minister early in 2004… More »

Mohammed attends Government Excellence Awards

28 April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended … More »

VP will sign new safety rules for workers' accommodation : Gobash

27 April 2009

Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum … More »

Lebanese Premier praises UAE's 'continuous support'

27 April 2009

Lebanese Prime Minister Fouad Al Siniora received here today UAE Ambassador to Beirut Rahma Hussien Al Zaabi and Abdullah Khalifa Al Gahfli … More »

UAE signs immunities and privileges agreement with OPCW

27 April 2009

Under mandate from Foreign Minister H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, the UAE Ambassador to Belgium Ali Thani Al Suwaidi signed here today, … More »

Mohammed discusses education strategies

27 April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum held a meeting with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince … More »

President receives Saudi Ambassador

27 April 2009

President HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, received today at Al Bateen Palace Saudi Ambassador to UAE Dr Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz bin Moammar… More »

Mohammed chairs Cabinet meeting

26 April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum chaired a meeting of the Cabinet at the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi today … More »

Syrian Prime Minister receives TV studios funded by Mohammed

26 April 2009

Syrian Prime Minister Mohammed Naji Al Otari took delivery of a state-of-the-art television studio today, built on a grant given by UAE Vice President, Prime Minister … More »

Mohammed receives Islamic finance award

26 April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received the Lifetime … More »

National Media Council Launches 2009 DVD

26 April 2009

The Chairman of the National Media Council, Saqr Ghobash, has warmly welcomed the issuing of a new DVD on the UAE that was released … More »

Mohammed receives humanitarian award

26 April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has been conferred with an award by the US Doctors for Africa (USDFA) in recognition of his global … More »

Mohammed approves road projects designs

25 April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has approved designs for phase 4 of the Roads and Transport Authority’s (RTA) roads and bridges network of Nakheel Street … More »

NMC registers the highest performance indicators nationwide

25 April 2009

The National Media Council (NMC) has scored the highest performance indicators across the country in regard … More »

Mohammed visits Emirates Group headquarters

24 April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum visited the headquarters of Emirates Group in Dubai… More »

President receives GCC Secretary General

23rd April 2009

President HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan received at Al Rodah Palace here today HE Abdul Rahman Hamad Al Attiya, Secretary of Arab Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), who is visiting… More »

Gargash renews UAE's commitment to combat human trafficking

22nd April 2009

The UAE is committed to fighting trafficking in persons, specially women and children, said Dr Anwar Mohammed Gargash, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and Chairman of the… More »

UAE pumps US$2billion investment in Jordan

22nd April 2009

Total UAE investments in various sectors of the Jordanian economy now stands at about US$2 billion with the major beneficiary sectors being the power generation, industrial and investment sectors… More »

UAE is determined to reduce carbon footprint : Hamli

22nd April 2009

The UAE is determined to take measures to reduce carbon footprint and secure a sustainable future, H.E. Mohammed bin… More »

Mohammed attends awards ceremony

22 April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended the Dubai Human Development Awards (DHDA) and the Dubai Quality Awards (DQA) ceremony, held at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Dubai today. … More »

Mohammed receives New South Wales Premier

22 April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received New South Wales (NSW) Premier Nathan Rees today. … More »

Mohammed attends luncheon banquet

21 April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended a luncheon banquet … More »

Mohammed attends graduation ceremony at UAE University

21 April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum was the guest of honour at a graduation ceremony … More »

Mohammed bin Rashid visits Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2009

20 April 2009

Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, visited today Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2009, … More »

Mohammed, Bill Gates attend signing ceremony

19 April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received Microsoft CEO Bill Gates at his executive office in Emirates… More »

UAE welcomes UN Security Council's statement on North Korea missile crisis

16 April 2009

The UAE has hailed the presidential statement issued by United Nations Security Council, on the firing of missile by North Korea, an official source … More »

Mohammed receives Pakistani Army Chief

April 14, 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum … More »

Khalifa, Mohammed tour Dubai landmarks

14th April 2009

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan toured a number of landmarks and developmental projects in Dubai today, in the presence of Vice President… More »

Mohammed presents President’s Cup to Al Ain

13th April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum presented the President’s Cup to Al Ain Football Club this evening… More »

Mohammed tours Dubai Police Headquarters

12th April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum visited the headquarters of Dubai Police today, where he was received by Commander General of Dubai Police Lt. General Dahi Khalfan Tamim and other officers.… More »

Amateur football clubs get AED50 million from UAE President

12th April 2009

President H.H. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has ordered that AED50 million be given to amateur football clubs in the country to develop their infrastructure and sports… More »

UAE President receives credential papers of 8 ambassadors

12th April 2009

President HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan received today at Al Bateen Palace in the presence of HH General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi… More »

Mohammed visits Burj Dubai construction site

11th April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has visited the site of Burj Dubai, where he inspected work in progress… More »

Mohammed receives US Senate delegation

11th April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received a delegation from the US Senate, headed by Senate Republican Party… More »

Mohammed inspires high achievers

9th April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has met with over 100 high-performing students from various education… More »

Mohammed Bin Rashid pays surprise visit to training workshops

8th April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum met with the Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler… More »

UAE Foreign Minister meets US Secretary of State

8th April 2009

The UAE Foreign Minister, H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, met yesterday with US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton… More »

Mohammed: UAE committed to safeguarding human rights

6th April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum met with the chairman and members of the UAE Human Rights… More »

Cabinet approves salary hike for UAE federal employees

5th April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum chaired a meeting of the Cabinet at the Presidential Palace… More »

Mohammed participates in endurance ride

4th April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has participated in the 120km Dubai Crown Prince Endurance… More »

Khalifa receives Mohammed

3rd April 2009

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed… More »

Mohammed tours eastern region

2nd April 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum inspected a number of dams on a tour of the eastern… More »

Economic optimism as Mohammed meets with Putin

31st March 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum held talks with Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin… More »

UAE President returns home after attending Arab Summit in Doha

31st March 2009

President HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has returned home from Doha, where he headed the UAE delegation to the ordinary 21st Arab Summit… More »

Khalifa Discusses Various Issues with Leaders

31st March 2009

The President, His Highness Shaikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, met separately here on Monday, the Amir of Kuwait, His Highness Shaikh Sabah Al Ahmed… More »

Mohammed's statement to Novosti News Agency

30th March 2009

In a statement to the Novosti Russian News Agency, Sheikh Mohammed expressed confidence that his visit to Moscow, where he will meet with Russian President Dmitry Medvedev… More »

Mohammed, Medvedev embark on new era of relations

30th March 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum held talks with Russian President Dmitry Medvedev… More »

Mohammed tours Moscow’s Red Square

30th March 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum went on a walking tour of Red Square, Russia’s most … More »

Mohammed bin Rashid leaves Monday for Moscow

29th March 2009

Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, will leave Monday morning for Moscow, heading a UAE delegation… More »

Khalifa arrives in Doha for 21st Arab Summit

29th March 2009

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has arrived in the Qatari Capital of Doha leading the UAE delegation to the 21st regular Arab Summit… More »

Sheikha Fatima's achievements glorious: Maitha Al Shamsi

28th March 2009

HE Dr Maitha Salem Al Shamsi, State Minister, said the achievements of HH Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation … More »

Arab Summit in Doha destined to succeed: Abdullah bin Zayed

28th March 2009

UAE Foreign Minister HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, said that the forthcoming 21st Arab Summit in Doha would succeed, as deliberations would be transparent … More »

Mohammed Bin Rashid attends competitions of Dubai World Cup

28th March 2009

Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum today witnessed competitions at the 14th edition of the horse racing … More »

King of Bahrain arrives in UAE

26th March 2009

His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, of Bahrain arrived here today on a fraternal visit to the UAE. He was received at the airport by President HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan… More »

UAE economy records 7.4% growth in 2008

25th March 2009

The UAE economy recorded a growth of 7.4% in 2008. Preliminary data issued by the Central Statistics Department of the Economy Ministry indicates that total Gross Domestic Product (GDP)… More »

Saif bin Zayed urges 'realistic approach' to security problems

25th March 2009

Interior minister Lt. General H.H. Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan today urged police commanders and directors to deal with security problems in a realistic manner, seeking right solutions and offering… More »

Doha summit an opportunity to mend Arab fence: UAE President

25th March 2009

President HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, stressed that the UAE was looking forward to the forthcoming Arab Summit in Qatari capital, Doha, to mend Arab… More »

President Khalifa holds talks with Yemeni counterpart

24th March 2009

President H.H. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Tuesday afternoon at the Al-Mushref Palace held talks with visiting Yemeni President, Ali Abdullah Saleh… More »

FNC passes three federal bills on housing, customs and bourse

24th March 2009

The Federal National Council (FNC) passed today three federal bills on the Sheikh Zayed Housing Programme, creation of the federal customs authority and Emirates Securities and Commodities Authority… More »

UAE, Singapore sign MoU on banking cooperation

24th March 2009

The UAE Central Bank and the Monetary Authority of Singapore Tuesday signed here a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on a mechanism of cooperation in the area of monitoring and supervision of banks and financial institutions operating the two countries… More »

Mohammed receives President of Singapore

24th March 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received Singaporean President Sellapan Rama Nathan and his accompanying delegation at Za’abeel Palace today… More »

Mohammed reviews government performance

23rd March 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has reviewed the 2008 performance results of federal ministries and authorities, based on indices and benchmarks approved under the federal government strategy… More »

Lebanon sign security MoU

22nd March 2009

The UAE and Lebanon inked today a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for boosting joint security cooperation. The MoU signed today by HH Lt.General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Interior, with his Lebanese counterpart Ziad Baroud on the sideline … More »

Federal railway system to link all emirates approved

22nd March 2009

The trans-emirates rail network will not only ease traffic congestion, but also reduce the cost of road maintenance and other projects. The network, which would see a double track rail service built from Ruwais in Abu Dhabi… More »

Mohammed visits Bastakiya

21st March 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum visited Al Bastakiya on Dubai Creek this evening. Sheikh Mohammed reviewed a number of art and heritage events, organised by Dubai Culture, as part of the Dubai Cultural Project … More »

Mohammed attends International Arabian Horse Championship

21st March 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended the Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship, which was held at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) today, as per his directives and patronage of Dubai Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance … More »

Mohammed visits Art Dubai exhibition

21st March 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum visited the Art Dubai 2009 on its last day, at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai today. Sheikh Mohammed ordered the launch of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum annual Award to be given to individuals, companies and establishments that support art in the UAE and the Arab World, as of next edition of the exhibition in 2010. … More »

His Highness Launches UAE Prime Minister Website

20th March 2009

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE has launched the official website of the prime minister of the UAE, which not only represents the official source of all information related to the prime minister, but also provides an effective communication channel between the prime minister and all relevant audiences inside and outside the UAE… More »

Procedures to release prisoners covered by UAE President's pardon underway

19 th March 2009

The Public Prosecution in Abu Dhabi, embarked today on the procedures to release 329 prison inmates from the Abu Dhabi prisons and redeem the fines on them... More »

Mohammed attends nighttime military exercises

17th March 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has witnessed a nighttime ...... More »

§ Mohammed visits Naturalisation and Residency Department

16th March 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has visited the General Department of Naturalisation and Residency at the Ministry of the Interior....... More »

UAE President: We are capable of addressing the crisis impacts on UAE

15th March 2009

President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan stressed that impacts of the current global financial crisis on the national economy of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have been misunderstood and exaggerated.More »

Family stability one of the priorities of the Interior Ministry: Saif bin Zayed

14th March 2009

The Ministry of Interior is keen on meeting all the social and family stability requirements in the country- being among the strategic priorities of the ministry, UAE Interior Minister HH Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has said.More »

Mohammed receives university officials

12th March 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received the dean and faculty of the Wharton University of Pennsylvania, a US based school, specialising in business administration.More »

VP receives Arab education ministers, officials

11th March 2009

Investment in education is prioritized by the UAE leadership in development plans which are based on the development of human capabilities and expertiseMore »

Mohammed's poetical work published in English

10th March 2009

The poetical work of UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum will be published today in English language by Motivate Publishing.More »

Mohammed attends poetry soirée

7th March 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended a poetry soirée, held at Rashid Hall in the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) this evening.More »

Mohammed attends endurance race

7th March 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum visited the House of Poetry in Dubai today.More »

Mohammed visits House of Poetry

6th March 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum visited the House of Poetry in Dubai today.More »

Mohammed attends Al Maktoum Challenge

5th March 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum watched as ‘Santhal’, mount of Tadhg O’Shea, won Round 3 of the Al Maktoum Challenge at Nad Al Sheba Racecourse today.More »

Mohammed attends day five of camel races

5th March 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has attended the fifth day of the Arabian Thoroughbred Camel Races at Al Marmoum Racecourse.More »

UAE, Kuwait discuss police cooperation

5th March 2009

UAE Minister of Interior H.H Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Undersecretary for Training, Education and Academies at the Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior Sheikh Ahmed Nawwaf Al-Sabah today discussed issues of mutual concern and ways to further promote cooperation between their two countries.More »

Mohammed attends camel race

4th March 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has attended the finals of the Arabian Thoroughbred Camel Races at Al Marmoum Racecourse.More »

Mohammed opens poetry festival

4th March 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum opened the inaugural Dubai International Poetry Festival at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) this morning.More »

UAE is taking leading and effective steps to combat human trafficking: Gergash

28 February 2009

The UAE is taking leading and effective steps to combat human trafficking, said His Excellency Dr. Anwar Gargash, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and Chairman of the UAE National Committee to Combat Trafficking. More »

Mohammed Bin Zayed and George Mitchell hold talks

28 February 2009

General HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, crown prince of Abu Dhabi and deputy supreme commander of the UAE ... More »

UAE Embassy in Washington hosts US governors

28 February 2009

UAE's ambassador in Washington has called for more cooperation and continued consultation between UAE and US. More »

President sets up Presidential Aviation Authority

28 February 2009

President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in his capacity as Ruler of Abu Dhabi, has issued a Law setting up the Presidential Flight Authority (PFA). As per the new Law, PFA shall be a corporate body with full administrative and financial autonomy to achieve its goals More »

Mohammed crowned Endurance Challenge Champions

28 February 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has sent a congratulatory ... More »

Mohammed attends ladies endurance challenge

27 February 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness SheikhMohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum watched as the Spanish Maria Mercedes Alvarez won ... More »

Mohammed tours defence exhibition

26 February 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum visited the ninth International Defence Exhibition (IDEX) in Abu Dhabi today. More »

Mohammed meets with Egyptian President

25 February 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and his accompanying delegation were received by Egyptian President Mohammed Hosni Mubarak, Egyptian Prime Minister Ahmed Nazif and several senior Egyptian officials at Al Quba Palace in Cairo today. More »

UAE Government Leaders Program marks its first year with workshops on change management and Mentoring Program

23 February 2009

Marking its first year as the leading initiative in developing UAE Government leaders, the UAE Government Leaders Program organizes two training sessions titled: 'Leading Others through Change' and 'Mentoring Program' in cooperation with Ashsridge Business School. More »

Khalifa opens IDEX 2009

22 February 2009

President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan opened the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2009) today, in the presence of UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince and Deputy Supreme Commander the UAE Armed Forces Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. More »

Mohammed underlines importance of IDEX 2009

21 February 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has emphasised the importance of the ninth International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2009) in an interview with the WAM news agency. More »

Mohammed reviews educational research project

19 February 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has reviewed the content and objectives of the international educational research project launched by the Ministry of Education (MOE). More »

Mohammed congratulates Sultan of Brunei

19 February 2009

UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has sent a congratulatory cable to Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei Darussalam on the occasion of his country's Independence Day.

Mohammed receives son of Libyan leader

18 February 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received Al Saa’di bin Muammar Al Gaddafi of Libya at Al Marmoum today. More »

Mohammed attends graduation ceremony

18 February 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has attended a ceremony at Zayed II Military College in Al Ain to mark the graduation of its 33rd class of officer cadets. More »

Mohammed receives Intel CEO

18 February 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received President and Chief Executive Officer of Intel Corporation Paul Otellini at Al Marmoum today. More »

Mohammed congratulates Gambia

17 February 2009

UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has sent a congratulatory cable to President Yahya Jammeh of Gambia on his country’s Independence Day.

Mohammed receives Vietnamese Prime Minister

16 February 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received the Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung More »

Mohammed greets new Somali President

15 February 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has sent a congratulatory cable to Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed of the Somali Republic on assuming the Presidential Office.

Mohammed receives Chicago Mayor

15 February 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received the Mayor of Chicago, Richard Daley, at the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi today. More »

Mohammed chairs Cabinet meeting

15 February 2009

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum chaired a meeting of the Cabinet, which was held at the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi today. More »

Cabinet begins 4th year under leadership of Mohammed

11 February 2009

The 7th UAE Cabinet, led by Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, is entering into its fourth year following the approval of its formation by President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan on February 11th 2006. More »

Djibouti President honors Mohammed

7 February 2009

As a mark of distinction, President of Djibouti, Ismail Omar Guelleh, has named the main thoroughfare in the Djibouti capital after UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. More »

FNC session to discuss tobacco proposals and shortage of bank notes

8 February 2009

Members of the Federal National Council are (FNC) due to meet this week to discuss two proposals relating to tobacco and organic products More »

Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister receives Abdullah

8 February 2009

Foreign Minister H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan met today with Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister H.E. Sheikh Hamad Bin Jasim Bin Jabr Al Thani. More »

Regional Ethical Journalism Initiative kicks off today

8 February 2009

The Regional Ethical Journalism Initiative will be launched at a conference today in Dubai under the patronage of Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai. More »

Selling points at reduced prices

8 February 2009

The Ministry of Economy will launch nest month new initiatives to reduce the prices within a strategic plan to review the prices of commodities and food for the year 2009. More »

Qattami to chair a meeting tomorrow

7 February 2009

Minister of Health Humaid Al Qattami, head of the Civil Service Council will tomorrow chair a meeting to explain the way to implement the human resources law. More »

Lubna Al-Qasimi discusses bilateral ties with Swedish counterpart

7 February 2009

Foreign Trade Minister, Shaikha Lubna bint Khalid Al-Qasimi, met here Thursday evening with her Swedish counterpart, Ewa Bjorling. More »

Sheikh Mohammed receives Irish President

4 February 2009

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai received the visiting Irish President, Mary McAleese, at Za’abeel Palace today.More »

Mohammed chairs Cabinet meeting

1 February 2009

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed presides over the Cabinet meeting His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai chaired a meeting of the Cabinet, which was held at the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi today. More »

Mohammed receives Mayor of Dalian Province

1 February 2009

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai received Mayor Xia Deren of the Dalian Province in China at Mormom today.More »

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