Events

UAE intensifies financial crime fight with first DNFBP compliance forum of 2026

Miguel Hadchity 12/03/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — In a concerted push to fortify the nation’s financial defenses, the Ministry of Economy and Tourism, in collaboration with the Ministry of Justice, convened the first forum of 2026 dedicated to enhancing Anti-Money Laundering compliance among

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia names 2026 as the ‘Year of Artificial Intelligence’

Miguel Hadchity 11/03/2026

Photo Credit: SPA Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — In a move underscoring its commitment to becoming a global leader in technology and innovation, Saudi Arabia has officially designated 2026 as the “Year of Artificial Intelligence.” The approval was granted during a Cabinet session held Tuesday via video conference, chaired by Prince Mohammed bin Salman […]

Retail

DIFC completes Square project ahead of schedule as pre-leasing hits 100%

Miguel Hadchity 10/03/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — The Dubai International Financial Centre has announced the early completion and phased handover of DIFC Square, a major new commercial development that opened its doors ahead of schedule in response to unprecedented demand for office space within the financial hub. According to the Emirates News Agency, […]

Food & Beverage

GCC agrifood sectors surge forward, bolstering regional food security in 2024

Miguel Hadchity 09/03/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — Despite the formidable environmental hurdles of scarce water and limited arable land, the Gulf Cooperation Council witnessed a robust upswing in its agriculture, livestock, and fisheries sectors throughout 2024. This growth underscores the increasing strategic importance of these industries in shoring up food security and

Energy Transport

UAE companies reassure markets as operations continue uninterrupted amid regional developments

Miguel Hadchity 05/03/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — Major state-linked entities across the UAE have moved to reassure markets and the public, confirming that critical infrastructure and trade operations remain fully functional despite recent regional developments. In a coordinated series of announcements on Wednesday and carried by the Emirates News Agency, energy giant TAQA, […]

Finance UAE

UAE markets to resume trading on Wednesday following supervisory coordination

Miguel Hadchity 03/03/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — Financial markets in the UAE are set to recommence operations this week, as regulators confirm the resumption of trading and settlement activities following a period of continued oversight. The UAE Capital Market Authority has announced that trading and settlement on both the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange […]

Lebanon

Israeli strikes force 30,000 displaced people into shelters as conflict continues in Lebanon

Miguel Hadchity 03/03/2026

Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — At least 30,000 displaced people have sought refuge in shelters across Lebanon following a dramatic escalation in hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah this week, the UN refugee agency reported on Tuesday, warning that the number is expected to rise significantly. The Israeli military has intensified its air campaign across […]

Travel UAE

Emirates, FlyDubai cautiously resume flights as Middle East conflict strands thousands

Miguel Hadchity 02/03/2026

Photo credit: X/@emirates Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — The escalating military conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran plunged global air travel into unprecedented disarray Monday, as major Middle Eastern hubs remained closed and governments scrambled to assist tens of thousands of stranded citizens across multiple continents. The armed conflict, which erupted Saturday, has

Finance UAE

UAE shut down stock markets for two days as the country continues to endure attacks

Miguel Hadchity 02/03/2026

Photo Credit: X/@Reuters Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — The UAE has shut its stock markets for two days amid a series of attacks on Dubai and Abu Dhabi, following Iran’s retaliatory strikes against US targets in the Gulf. The escalation comes after a joint US-Israeli operation in Iran resulted in the death of Supreme […]

Real Estate

Sharjah real estate surges 35% in January

Miguel Hadchity 27/02/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — Sharjah’s real estate sector kicked off 2026 on a high note, recording a remarkable 34.8 percent increase in transaction value during January. According to the Emirates News Agency, the emirate saw real estate deals worth AED9.3 billion ($2.5 billion) last month, a significant jump from the […]

Corporate Finance

Abu Dhabi new business licences surge 29% in 2025, driven by streamlined reforms

Miguel Hadchity 26/02/2026

Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — The Abu Dhabi Registration Authority, the licensing arm of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development, has announced a significant surge in business activity across the emirate, with the number of new economic licences issued in 2025 growing by 29 percent compared to the previous year. According to the […]

Transport Travel

Etihad Airways reports 47% profit surge in 2025

Miguel Hadchity 25/02/2026

Photo Credit: X/@emirates Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — Etihad Airways has announced its strongest full-year financial and operational performance in the airline’s history, marking the fourth consecutive year of profitability for the Abu Dhabi-based carrier. The airline reported a profit after tax of AED2.6 billion ($698 million) for 2025, representing a substantial 47

Finance

CBUAE and UAE Internal Auditors Association join forces to strengthen financial oversight

Miguel Hadchity 23/02/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — The Central Bank of the UAE and the Internal Auditors Association have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing the business environment and modernizing regulatory frameworks within the nation’s financial sector. According to the Emirates News Agency, a Memorandum of Understanding formalizing the collaboration

Energy

Mubadala Energy acquires 15% stake in Egypt’s Nargis Offshore concession

Miguel Hadchity 20/02/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — Mubadala Energy, the Abu Dhabi-based international energy company, has successfully completed the acquisition of a 15 percent participating interest in the Nargis Offshore Area concession from Eni, further expanding its footprint in Egypt’s vital East Mediterranean energy sector. According to the Emirates News Agency, the

Corporate

Dubai chamber and JOOD partner to channel community contributions into sustainable SMEs

Miguel Hadchity 19/02/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — February 2026 —  In a strategic move to bolster the emirate’s social entrepreneurship landscape, the Dubai Chamber of Commerce has formalized a partnership with the Dubai Community Contributions Establishment to provide targeted support for local startups and small businesses focused on sustainability. The Memorandum of Understanding, signed

Space

UAE extends Mars Hope Probe Mission until 2028 to maximize scientific gains

Miguel Hadchity 18/02/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — The UAE Space Agency has announced a formal extension of the Emirates Mars Mission, the first interplanetary exploration undertaken by an Arab nation, extending operations of the Hope Probe until 2028. Building on the exceptional performance and durability of the spacecraft, the extension aims to maximize […]

Corporate Finance

Sharjah’s economy surges in 2025 with record licences, digital innovation, and 97% Emiratisation rate

Miguel Hadchity 17/02/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — The Sharjah Economic Development Department has declared 2025 a landmark year of transformative growth, unveiling impressive metrics that underscore the emirate’s strengthening position as a competitive and sustainable economic hub. Hamad Ali Abdullah Al Mahmoud, chairman of SEDD and member of the Sharjah Executive Council,

Events

Sharjah Ramadan Festival 2026 launches with ‘Shop and Unlock the Secrets’ campaign

Miguel Hadchity 16/02/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — The 36th edition of the Sharjah Ramadan Festival officially commenced today, transforming the emirate into a vibrant hub of culture, commerce, and community throughout the holy month. Organized by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the event will run until 25 March under the evocative […]

Travel

DXB closes record-breaking 2025 as world’s busiest airport for international travel

Miguel Hadchity 13/02/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — Dubai International Airport welcomed 95.2 million guests in 2025, a 3.1 percent increase year on year, cementing its position as the busiest airport in the world for international passenger traffic and marking the highest annual volume ever recorded in its history. Dubai Airports announced that 2025 […]

Finance

UAE sees 65% surge in gold reserves for 2025, CBUAE data shows

Miguel Hadchity 12/02/2026

Photo Credit: CBUAE Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — The Central Bank of the UAE recorded a substantial 64.93 percent increase in its gold reserves throughout 2025, with holdings reaching AED37.902 billion ($10.3 billion) by December’s end, according to the institution’s monthly statistical bulletin. statistical-bulletin-december-2025 This marks a significant rise from the