Local News from Monday, February 2nd, 2026

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has met with Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev to review bilateral ties and explore ways to expand cooperation.

A UAE media delegation has visited Kuwait’s Ministry of Information as part of an official programme organised by the Dubai Press Club.

The UAE has denied false and unfounded claims that it would assume civilian administration of Gaza.

The Dubai Press Club has hosted the "UAE–Kuwait Media Celebration" as part of a programme highlighting the strong fraternal ties and close cooperation between the two nations.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, inaugurated the World Laureates Summit on Sunday.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a cable of condolence to Pakistan's President Asif Ali Zardari, on the terrorist attacks in the province of Balochistan that caused a number of deaths.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), on Sunday, to discuss cooperation with a focus on sustainable development and global economic growth.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has awarded the Order of the Union to Mohammad Al Gergawi in recognition of his long-standing service and contributions to government work.