World leaders and prominent decision-makers have converged in Dubai for the seventh annual World Government Summit.
The three-day conference, which gets underway in the emirate on Sunday, will revolve around issues like climate change, financial strategies and trade.
Representatives from more than 140 governments from around the globe will take part in the numerous conferences and summits.
Dubai Eye 103.8's Richard Dean gives us a quick overview.
UAE and US Presidents review regional developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his US counterpart Donald Trump have discussed regional developments and their serious implications for peace and security.
UAE mobilises early response plan ahead of weather changes
The UAE's National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) and its strategic partners are closely monitoring weather conditions in the coming days and implementing proactive measures to mitigate potential impacts nationwide.
UAE responds to more missile threats on Thursday
The UAE's Ministry of Defence announced it is continuing to intercept incoming missile and drone threats from Iran, with a second update issued on its official channels on Thursday at 5:28 pm.
UAE, Egypt Presidents call for de-escalation during Abu Dhabi talks
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah El-Sisi have underscored the need for an immediate halt to military escalation in the region during talks in Abu Dhabi on Thursday.
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