Local from Tuesday, October 27th, 2026

Dubai has approved a package of major urban, population and digital initiatives designed to support the emirate's long-term growth and further enhance the quality of life for residents.

The UAE and the United States are looking to strengthen cooperation in legal and judicial affairs, including efforts to combat crime.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs has discussed bilateral relations and regional developments with Australia Minister of Foreign Affairs Penny Wong.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has invited "citizens and residents, institutions and ministries, schools and universities, and households across all Emirates" to raise the UAE flag.

A committee will be established under a new resolution by the Sharjah Executive Council to improve the efficiency of assessments in addiction cases and create an integrated framework to support addicts.

Sharjah National Oil Corporation (SNOC) has successfully completed the first phase of the Al Hadiba Gas Field Development Project, which will more than double the corporation's current gas production.

His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, was welcomed by Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand as he arrived in Ottawa on an official visit.

UAE Minister of State, Lana Nusseibeh, will participate in an interactive dialogue with the United Nations on October 27.