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UAE official calls for 'unambivalent' US security commitment

A senior United Arab Emirates official called on Monday for "codified and unambivalent" commitments from the United States to its security, adding it had no interest in "choosing sides".

Reuters

UAE Joins Global Alliance on Green Economy

The UAE cabinet approved the country's joining to the Global Alliance on Green Economy, led by the World Green Economy Organization, which aims to launch programs and initiatives, create sustainable funding, and establish partnerships among developing countries to ensure an effective transition. Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported that joining the…

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US intelligence believes United Arab Emirates trying to manipulate American political system, report says

Senior lawmakers were briefed in past few weeks

The Independent UK

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US intelligence document describes UAE efforts to influence American politics – report

Classified material claims United Arab Emirates engaged in operations that ‘resemble espionage’

The Guardian - US

Bahraini King, UAE President Attend Joint Military Anti-Terrorism Exercise

Bahraini King Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa and Emirati President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan attended on Thursday the final stage of the joint Emirati-Bahraini military anti-terrorism exercise, titled “Jelmoud 3.” Held in Manama, the three-day exercise involved the participation of the UAE Armed Forces and the Royal Guard, a…

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Photos: Aljamain Sterling through the years

Check out these photos highlighting Aljamain Sterling's career through the years.

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UAE, Egypt to Develop 10 GW Onshore Wind Energy Project

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi witnessed the signing of an agreement to develop a 10-gigawatt (GW) onshore wind project in Egypt, one of the largest wind farms in the world. The agreement is between Masdar, one of the world’s fastest-growing renewable…

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UAE dismisses UK inquest finding of death of Brit in Dubai custody as 'speculation'

A UK coroner's court had ruled that "neglect" most likely led to the death of British businessman Lee Brown, who died after five days in custody at a police station in Dubai in 2011

Daily Mirror

UAE Lifts All COVID Restrictions

The United Arab Emirates announced on Sunday that it was lifting all restrictions and precautionary measures related to COVID-19, reported the state news agency WAM. The decision will be effective as of Monday, announced Dr. Saif Al Dhaheri, Official Spokesperson of the National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority (NCEMA).…

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Sheikh Zayed Festival Kicks Off on 18 November

The Sheikh Zayed Festival 2022-2023 will be launched on 18th November at Al Wathba in Abu Dhabi, under the auspices of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The new edition of the festival will include more than 4,000 events, in addition to 750 major public performances and activities…

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Trump associate Tom Barrack not guilty on foreign lobbying charges

NEW YORK — Longtime Trump pal Tom Barrack was found not guilty of using his access to the former president to influence foreign policy on behalf of the United Arab Emirates.

Tribune News Service

Trump ally Tom Barrack acquitted of foreign agent charges

A Donald Trump loyalist has been acquitted at a federal trial in which he was accused of using his access to the former Republican president to secretly promote the interests of the United Arab Emirates

The Independent UK

Graeme Swann and Ian Bell to join England Lions coaching staff for UAE camp

England greats Ian Bell and Graeme Swann will be part of the coaching staff for the Lions’ training camp in the United Arab Emirates this month.

Evening Standard

Americana Plans Selling 30% of its Share Capital in Saudi Arabia, Abu Dhabi Markets

Americana Restaurant International, the largest quick service restaurant operator in the MENA region, announced Wednesday its plans to sell 30 percent of its share capital in an initial public offering (IPO) and dual-list on stock markets in Saudi Arabia and Abu Dhabi. Adeptio Investments AD Ltd., the selling shareholder, intends…

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Christian monastery possibly pre-dating Islam found in UAE

An ancient Christian monastery possibly dating as far back as the years before Islam spread across the Arabian Peninsula has been discovered on an island off the coast of the United Arab Emirates

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US, UAE Presidents Discuss Investment Partnership in Clean Energy

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and US President Joe Biden reaffirmed on Wednesday the depth of the US-Emirati strategic relationship and addressed global challenges including energy security. In a virtual meeting, the two leaders discussed the comprehensive UAE-US initiative announced on Thursday to accelerate investment in clean…

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UAE, US Reach Deal for $100 Billion in Clean Energy Projects

The United Arab Emirates and the United States have reached an agreement to spend $100 billion on clean energy projects with a goal of adding 100 gigawatts globally by 2035. The UAE and US reaffirmed their shared commitment to enhancing climate ambition and climate action, in line with their net-zero…

Reuters

Trump ally Tom Barrack's UAE ties not 'nefarious,' defense says

There was "nothing nefarious" about former private equity executive Tom Barrack's ties with United Arab Emirates officials, Barrack's defense lawyer said in closing arguments on Tuesday, denying prosecutors' charges that former U.S. President Donald Trump's onetime ally was an illegal foreign agent.

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Abdulaziz bin Salman Stresses Saudi-UAE Cooperation for Future Energy Mix

Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman stressed that Saudi Arabia and the UAE were working to increase production capacity, enhance refining volume, and convert oil into petrochemicals. He noted that the two countries were seeking to provide a safe and sustainable energy system. In his speech on the sidelines…

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UAE to Revise Energy Strategy to Align with Climate Neutrality Goal

Emirati Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Suhail al-Mazrouei said the ministry intends to start revising its energy strategy at the beginning of 2023 to align it to achieve climate neutrality by 2050. Mazrouei said that the review of the energy strategy includes the expansion of renewable energy and the implementation…

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How the Gulf oil and gas states will play their hand at COP27

Gulf oil and gas producing nations will badge themselves as climate leaders at COP27. It’s not as far-fetched as it sounds.

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UAE Leaders Congratulate President of Türkiye on Republic Day

United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on the occasion of his country's Republic Day. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, also sent a similar message to…

Tribune News Service

‘I am running for the money,’ Colony Capital’s Tom Barrack said of Trump 2016 role

NEW YORK — Tom Barrack was grilled by a federal prosecutor over a 2016 text message he sent to a friend who teased him about his work for Donald Trump’s presidential campaign.

The Independent UK

Trump ally: 'Dozens' of my associates sought help on pardons

A trusted friend of Donald Trump who’s facing federal foreign influence charges has testified that “dozens” of people asked him for help in getting pardons from the former president

Reuters

Barrack says he hoped Trump ties would appeal to UAE; denies being agent

Tom Barrack, a onetime fundraiser for Donald Trump, acknowledged under cross-examination on Thursday that he hoped his ties to the then-president would encourage a United Arab Emirates official to invest with his company, but said he did not agree to exchange political access for a business relationship.

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