Aldar Properties and Mubadala Investment Company have finalized a strategic retail partnership in Abu Dhabi to create a world-class retail platform valued at approximately 10 billion dirhams. The Abu Dhabi retail partnership, announced on February 3, 2026, aims to consolidate premier shopping destinations under a unified strategic framework to enhance the emirate’s position as a global luxury retail hub. Under the agreement, Aldar will manage and operate the new platform, which brings together key retail assets from both entities. The initial portfolio includes Yas Mall from Aldar and The Luxury Collection at The Galleria from Mubadala, creating a leading retail…

Abu Dhabi’s natural protected areas network has expanded significantly following a directive to increase conservation zones to 20 percent of the emirate’s total area. The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi announced on National Environment Day, February 3, 2026, that the number of natural reserves has grown to 26 within the Zayed Natural Reserve Network, covering more than 22,000 square kilometers. Dr. Sheikha Salem Al Dhaheri, Secretary General of the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, confirmed that President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan issued the directive in October 2025 on the sidelines of hosting the World Conservation Congress. According to…

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with Democratic Republic of Congo President Félix Tshisekedi to discuss strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation between the two nations. The meeting, held at Qasr Al Shati Palace in Abu Dhabi, focused on advancing shared developmental priorities and enhancing economic ties. President Tshisekedi is currently undertaking a working visit to the UAE. During the discussions, both leaders expressed mutual commitment to advancing UAE-Congo relations across multiple sectors. Sheikh Mohamed welcomed the Congolese president and emphasized that bilateral relations have witnessed continuous development in recent years, particularly in economic, investment, and trade…

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