United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates

UAE harnesses AI to slash bureaucracy and speed up public services

The UAE is using AI to cut bureaucracy, speed up public services and test new technologies, presenting their work at the World Governments Summit in Dubai, which promoted global dialogue.

13/02/2026

Ecotech

Could de-extinction be a solution to biodiversity loss?

De-extinction company Colossal Biosciences unveiled its 'bio vaults' at last week's World Governments Summit in Dubai.

13/02/2026

Earth News

Environment Chief points to science-led recovery of oceans

At the World Governments Summit in Dubai, Dr. Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri shares how environmental regulation has transformed Abu Dhabi's coastline.

13/02/2026

Business

World Governments Summit: Flying cars and robots move from science fiction to reality

With advances in artificial intelligence beginning to reshape mobility, Dr Hongdi Brian Gu, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors and Co-president of XPeng, told Euronews at the World Governments Summit that technologies once confined to science fiction are moving closer to real-world deployment.

12/02/2026

Tech News

The AI narrative is widely overstated, says Tech Mahindra CEO

Speaking to Euronews in Dubai at the World Governments Summit, Mohit Joshi, CEO of Tech Mahindra outlined the impact of AI on their clients, the narrative around ai today and the potential of the historic free trade agreement between the UK and India.

12/02/2026

United Arab Emirates

Suspect in shooting of Russian general arrested in Dubai, says Moscow

Vladimir Alekseyev was hospitalised after being shot several times Friday by an assailant at an apartment building in northwestern Moscow. The attack followed a series of assassinations of senior military officers that Russia has blamed on Ukraine.

08/02/2026

Tech News

Web Summit Qatar: Luma AI ramps up global expansion

Luma AI, the generative AI company behind advanced video and multimodal models, is expanding rapidly, positioning itself among a small group of companies pushing the frontier of artificial intelligence. CEO and Co-founder Amit Jain spoke to Euronews on the sidelines of Web Summit Qatar.

06/02/2026

United Arab Emirates

Armenia-Azerbaijan peace deal praised at UAE human fraternity awards

At the 2026 Zayed Award for Human Fraternity held in Abu Dhabi, world leaders highlighted dialogue, compromise and practical peace.

06/02/2026

Tech News

AI 'critical' for Germany's future, digital minister warns

Germany’s minister for digital transformation and government modernisation, Karsten Wildberger, tells Euronews Next how the government is pushing ahead with efforts to digitise the country with the help of AI.

05/02/2026

United Arab Emirates

'All-out war' in the Middle East must be avoided, Lebanese PM says

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said he welcomed renewed US-Iran talks set for this Friday, as well as efforts to promote stability and avoid “all-out” war in the Middle East.

04/02/2026

United Arab Emirates

Europe and Gulf countries strengthen ties at World Governments Summit

World Governments Summit in Dubai sees record European turnout as the UAE positions itself as a neutral hub for global dialogue and Gulf-EU ties.

04/02/2026

United Arab Emirates

What happened on day one of World Governments Summit in Dubai?

The World Governments Summit opened in the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday with calls for governance reform, AI oversight and diplomatic solutions to regional tensions. Euronews brings you the play-by-play of day one.

04/02/2026

Travel News

Dubai to lure tourists with new street paved with gold

The new attraction will be located near the city’s Gold Souk where tourists can buy gold and other jewellery.

29/01/2026

Road To

World Government Summit 2026 unveiled in Dubai

Dubai has unveiled the World Government Summit 2026, set to be its largest ever. More than 150 government delegations, global leaders, and scientists will gather to tackle AI, climate and economic risks, aiming to move from ideas to action at a critical global moment.

27/01/2026

Mobility

Qatar launches public trials of robotaxis in Doha

The event marks the first time members of the public are exposed to self-driving taxis, after months of tests that only involved government personnel.

26/01/2026

Partner content

Dubai becomes a launchpad for European tech expansion

Partner content presented by Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy

European tech companies are looking beyond their home markets – and Dubai is fast becoming their gateway to global growth.

26/01/2026

United Arab Emirates

Further Ukraine, Russia and US talks expected next week in Abu Dhabi

Discussions were "constructive", Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, and focused on "possible parameters" to end the war.

24/01/2026

United Arab Emirates

Organisers say this year's WGS in Dubai is the most ambitious yet

The summit, which will be held from 3-5 February, is expected to bring together 35 heads of state and government, more than 150 government delegations and over 6,000 attendees.

16/01/2026

United Arab Emirates

Day two of World Sports Summit sees focus on athletes' well-being

Dubai Sports Council organised the event under the patronage of Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

31/12/2025

Sport

From Usyk to Infantino, Dubai summit draws hundreds of sports figures

The inaugural World Sports Summit in the UAE featured Usyk, Pacquiao, Infantino, and other top stars and decision-makers discussing athlete pressures alongside the sport's economic and social future.

30/12/2025

Partner content

Global tech talent set sights on Dubai as app championship returns

Partner content presented by Dubai Chamber

The third edition of Create Apps Championship offers first-time coders, students and tech entrepreneurs around the world a chance to transform app ideas into real ventures and win a share of over €580,000 funding for app development.

11/12/2025

Cult

New Abu Dhabi museum charts the UAE’s journey through time

In partnership with Saadiyat Cultural District Abu Dhabi

A new landmark in Abu Dhabi is opening its doors, telling the story of the UAE through the legacy of its founding father.

09/12/2025

Sport

McLaren driver Lando Norris wins first Formula One World Championship

Lando Norris has won his first Formula 1 World Championship after tight three-way contest with Red Bull’s Verstappen and his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri. Norris is now the first British driver to win the world title since Lewis Hamilton in 2020.

07/12/2025

Cult

Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi launches with immersive exhibits spanning Earth and space history

In partnership with Saadiyat Cultural District Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi has opened the Middle East’s largest Natural History Museum, unveiling an ambitious journey through 13 billion years of Earth and cosmic history with rare fossils, immersive experiences and major scientific collections.

02/12/2025

Culture news

Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi promises 'nature's greatest story'

The National History Museum Abu Dhabi is preparing to open its doors as the the latest addition to the Saadiyat Cultural District which is already home to Louvre Abu Dhabi, teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi and Manarat Al Saadiyat.

02/12/2025

Sport

Judo: Spectacular Finish on Day 3 as Heavyweights Shine in Abu Dhabi

Day 3 delivered a powerful finale in Abu Dhabi. Lasha Bekauri dominated at -90kg, Anna-Monta Olek defeated Bellandi in a world-final rematch, and Arman Adamian returned to gold after two years. Mukonoki and Batkhuyag added impressive wins to close the 2025 Grand Slam.

30/11/2025