KUWAIT, 9th May, 2023 (WAM) — Kuwaiti oil went up by US$2.88 to US$78.53 per barrel on Monday as opposed to $75.65 pb last Friday, said the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) on Monday. According to Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), globally, the price of Br…
Day: May 9, 2023
EAD completes measurements of City Biodiversity Index
ABU DHABI, 9th May, 2023 (WAM) — The Environment Agency Abu Dhabi (EAD) has completed the measurement process for the City Biodiversity Index in Abu Dhabi City, as part of efforts to measure its success in preserving biodiversity. The index, also kn…
China’s foreign trade up 5.8 pct in first four months
BEIJING, 9th May, 2023 (WAM) — China’s total imports and exports expanded 5.8 percent year on year to 13.32 trillion yuan in the first four months of 2023, state news agency (Xinhua) reported on Tuesday. Exports grew 10.6 percent year on year while im…
China urges Canada to stop its erroneous action
China urged Canada on Tuesday to stop its ill-founded and erroneous action, which has seriously harmed the lawful rights and interests of Chinese diplomatic and consular personnel, state-run Xinhua News Agency reported.”Despite China’s serious demarch…
US, UK pressuring parties involved in Sudan to end violence
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly affirmed Tuesday that their countries are putting pressure on the two parties involved in Sudan to end the violence and enable aid delivery.In a joint press conference, Blink…
UAE participates in 68th meeting of GCC Undersecretaries of Ministries of Finance Committee
MUSCAT, 9th May, 2023 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates, represented by the Ministry of Finance, participated in the 68th meeting of GCC Undersecretaries of Ministries of Finance Committee yesterday, which was held in Muscat, Oman. The meeting discusse…
Public Prosecution launches ‘Waey’ Criminal Information Centre
ABU DHABI, 9th May, 2023 (WAM) — The State Public Prosecution announced the launch of “Waey,” a new Criminal Information Centre aimed at increasing legal literacy and promoting awareness of criminal laws among the public. The centre will develop a ran…
EWEC to conduct its Q2 2023 Clean Energy Certificates auction
ABU DHABI, 9th May, 2023 (WAM) Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) has announced the Q2 auction for Clean Energy Certificates (CECs), which is set to be conducted in Abu Dhabi, with registration now open and the auction closing on 14th June …
DCT Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Residents Office to attract global talent in the Emirate
ABU DHABI, 9th May, 2023 (WAM) — The Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and the Abu Dhabi Residents Office (ADRO), part of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, expressin…
DEWA initiates pilot use of ChatGPT to enhance capabilities of its virtual employee
DUBAI, 9th May, 2023 (WAM) — Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) announced the pilot use of ChatGPT, since April 2023, on its website through Rammas, DEWA’s virtual employee to enhance customer experience after launching it last February. The…
Kuwait SC win Amir Cup after beating Kazma 3-0
Kuwait Sports Club snatched His Highness the Amir Cup trophy Tuesday evening after beating Kazma SC 3-0 in the final match held at Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium.Kuwait SC football team won the trophy 16 times.Source: Kuwait News Agency
Crisis and Emergency Management Summit – Abu Dhabi 2023 kicks off
ABU DHABI, 9th May, 2023 (WAM) — The Crisis and Emergency Management Summit – Abu Dhabi 2023 kicked off this morning under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Adviser. The two-day s…