Twelve candidates have withdrawn their applications from the upcoming Federal National Council (FNC) election. They include seven from Abu Dhabi, one from Ras Al Khaimah and two each from Dubai and Fujairah. The emirates of Sharjah, Ajman and Umm Al Quwain have not reported any withdrawals. A total of 329 candidates are now in the running for the polls scheduled for October 3.

Dubai unveils Blue and Green Spaces Roadmap to improve quality of life
UAE hosts second round of trilateral talks
UAE President advances development partnerships at World Governments Summit
Dubai scales responsible AI learning across private schools
UAE President honours Paraguay with Most Reformed Government award