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The UAE’s business events season has gathered pace in H2 2026, following a relatively quiet first half to the year. The events calendar is becoming increasingly busy bringing together companies, investors and industry leaders from across sectors for renowned industry events. The momentum is reflected in recent major gatherings such as Arabian Travel Market, GISEC Global, Ai Everything Global, LIVEX and Investopia, and more. With several significant events still to come before year-end, Sherpa Communications has compiled a list of seven major gatherings to add to your calendar, along with ways to make your participation count. 1. World Green Economy…
Strategic partnership between Sharjah Health Authority and Medcare delivers exclusive healthcare benefits for Sharjah government employees Dubai, UAE – October 21, 2026 Sharjah Health Authority (SHA) has partnered with Medcare Hospitals and Medical Centres, the premium healthcare brand of Aster DM Healthcare, to offer Sharjah government employees and their families exclusive discounts and enhanced access to a comprehensive range of private healthcare services. The agreement introduces a suite of healthcare benefits aimed at making quality medical care more accessible, without requiring health insurance coverage. The collaboration underscores a shared commitment to employee wellbeing, providing Sharjah government employees and their families…
Under the theme “Resilience for a Sustainable Future” H.E. Dr. Amna Al Dahak Opens Forbes Middle East Sustainability Leaders Summit in Abu Dhabi H.E. Al Dahak: Economic diversification and emissions reduction reinforce one another, laying the foundation for lasting prosperity for generations to come Al Omian: Resilience is essential to sustaining growth and prosperity amid rapid change More than 3,000 participants from government, business, investment, academia and expert communities Energy security, institutional resilience, investment, infrastructure and future leadership lead day one discussions Sustainable investment, future industries, renewable energy and natural capital on the day two agenda Abu Dhabi, UAE –…
خلال افتتاح أعمال “قمة الشفاء للطب التكاملي” مجلس الإمارات للطب التكاملي يعلن أربعة التزامات لدعم أهداف استراتيجية منظمة الصحة العالمية للطب التقليدي الالتزامات تشمل تطوير الأطر التنظيمية والبحث العلمي والتعليم والتعاون الدولي أبوظبي، الإمارات العربية المتحدة، 20 أكتوبر 2026: أعلن مجلس الإمارات للطب التكاملي عن أربعة التزامات دعماً لتحقيق أهداف الاستراتيجية العالمية للطب التقليدي 2025 – 2034 الصادرة عن منظمة الصحة العالمية. وجاء الإعلان عن هذه الالتزامات خلال افتتاح أعمال النسخة الثانية من “قمة الشفاء للطب التكاملي” في أبوظبي، استناداً إلى استراتيجية الإمارات للطب التكاملي، وفي خطوة تعكس جهود الدولة لتطوير منظومة الطب التقليدي والتكميلي والتكاملي القائمة على الأدلة العلمية، وترسيخ نهج للرعاية الصحية يتمحور حول الإنسان، ويعزز جودة…
13 girls’ hardball teams in action at the DP World ILT20 Schools Cup 2026 Finals on 13 November at the ICC Academy, Dubai to headline the DP World ILT20 Junior Cricket Festival ahead of DP World ILT20 Season 5 Follow fixtures, results and teams for the boys’ and girls’ competitions on CricClubs Dubai, 20 October 2026: The fourth edition of the DP World ILT20 Schools Cup is underway, with matches being played across Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah. A total of 45 teams are competing this year, with as many as 13 hardball teams taking part in the second edition…
Dubai, UAE – 20 October 2026 – Habib Al Mulla and Partners have established a presence in Shanghai, to be the first Arab firm to exist in China offering business consulting services to help clients pursue trade and investment opportunities between China and the Middle East. The move marks a key step in the firm’s international strategy and reinforces its ability to help clients navigate the complex legislative landscapes of the UAE and the wider region. It also reflects the growing depth of the UAE–China comprehensive strategic partnership, with the private sector playing an increasingly active role in turning shared…
UAE Integrative Medicine Council announces four commitments to support WHO Global Traditional Medicine Strategy Announced at the opening of Al Shifaa Summit for Integrative Medicine, the commitments cover regulatory frameworks, scientific research, education and international cooperation Abu Dhabi, UAE, 20 October 2026: The UAE Integrative Medicine Council (UAEIMC) has announced four commitments to support progress towards the objectives of the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Global Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025–2034. The commitments were announced during the opening of the second edition of Al Shifaa Summit for Integrative Medicine in Abu Dhabi. Guided by the UAE Integrative Medicine Strategy, they reflect the…
The partnership will see the establishment of an integrated packaging complex in Barka, bringing multiple packaging solutions under one roof, with the company being a subsidiary of Oman’s largest private fisheries group. Dubai – October 20, 2026: Hotpack, UAE-headquartered global sustainable packaging manufacturer, has acquired a major stake in Pride Packaging, a leading corrugated packaging manufacturer and subsidiary of Sea Pride, the largest private fisheries company in Oman. The acquisition will see Hotpack enter manufacturing in the Sultanate through the establishment of an integrated packaging complex in Barka, a coastal city in the northern region of Oman. The Memorandum of…
ELLMS conference will bring healthcare professionals together in Abu Dhabi to explore the latest research and its application in evidence-based clinical practice. OMICS Precision Health doctor welcomes UAE moves to strengthen regulation and standards as interest in longevity medicine grows DUBAI, UAE – 20 October 2026: Healthcare professionals from across the UAE and wider region will gather in Abu Dhabi from 24 to 26 October for the 2nd UAE Annual Lifestyle and Longevity Medicine Conference, which will follow an international board certification exam in Lifestyle Medicine. The event comes as the country strengthens its focus on longevity and preventive healthcare,…
Microsoft expands sovereign cloud capabilities globally, giving organisations greater control over AI, data and critical operations New capabilities extend Microsoft’s approach to digital sovereignty across cloud infrastructure, AI, security and business continuity, helping organisations adopt AI with greater choice and operational control. Dubai, UAE, 20 October 2026: Microsoft today announced a major expansion of its Sovereign Cloud capabilities, introducing new tools and services designed to give governments and enterprises greater control over how they deploy, manage and secure cloud and AI technologies. Announced during Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella’s keynote at the Microsoft Frontier Tour in Paris, the globally applicable capabilities…