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Khalifa University President showcases climate leadership at World Economic Forum in Davos

Miguel Hadchity
Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — At the 2026 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, Khalifa University of Science and Technology President, Ebrahim Al Hajri, presented the institution’s comprehensive strategy and achievements in climate action and sustainability. His participation underscored the university’s rising international profile as a research-intensive
Events

Record turnout at Aviation Career Fair highlights sector’s future and new research award

Miguel Hadchity
Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — The “Promising Future” Career Fair in Civil Aviation opened on Wednesday at Dubai’s Etihad Museum with an unprecedented registration of over 13,000 students and job seekers. Organised by the General Civil Aviation Authority, the two-day event brings together 27 government entities, airlines, manufacturers, and academic
Transport

Dubai Metro’s Burj Khalifa-Dubai Mall station to undergo major capacity expansion

Miguel Hadchity
Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has entered into an agreement with Emaar Properties to significantly expand the Burj Khalifa-Dubai Mall Metro Station. According to the Emirates News Agency, the project is a direct response to sustained ridership growth and aims to accommodate large crowds during major […]
Events

Global leaders convene at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week Summit to accelerate action

Miguel Hadchity
Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — The Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week Summit 2026 commenced today at the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, marking the flagship event of the week-long program. This two-day high-level gathering brings together heads of state, prime ministers, government officials, business leaders, investors, and innovators from around the world. Under […]
Sustainability

Abu Dhabi launches $2bn global water platform to tackle scarcity

Miguel Hadchity
Photo Credit: Abu Dhabi Fund for Development Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development has launched the “Abu Dhabi Global Water Platform,” a major strategic initiative aimed at mobilizing substantial funding and innovation for the global water sector. According to the Emirates News Agency, the platform targets a total mobilization of $2 billion […]
Corporate Finance

UAE unveils landmark amendments to Commercial Companies Law to bolster business environment

Miguel Hadchity
Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism has detailed the far-reaching implications of Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2025, which amends the existing Commercial Companies Law. The amendments, spanning 15 articles and introducing a new provision for the formal transfer of company registration between jurisdictions, are […]
Retail

Ajman Chamber launches “Eco Smart Industry” initiative to drive sustainable manufacturing

Miguel Hadchity
Photo Credit: Ajman Chamber Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — The Ajman Chamber of Commerce and Industry has inaugurated a new initiative, “Eco Smart Industry,” designed to support member factories in enhancing their environmental performance and transitioning toward sustainable production models. According to the Emirates News Agency, the program encourages private-sector
Events

Dubai to host inaugural PropTech Connect Middle East 2026, spearheading regional real estate transformation

Miguel Hadchity
Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — The Dubai Land Department will host PropTech Connect Middle East 2026, the first regional edition of the globally recognised real estate technology event. Scheduled for 4th to 5th February at the Grand Hyatt Dubai, the conference marks a strategic milestone in the emirate’s drive to become […]
Transport

Dubai’s public transport sets new record with 2.8m riders on New Year’s Eve

Miguel Hadchity
Image Credit : X/@rta_dubai Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority successfully facilitated the movement of more than 2.8 million passengers during the New Year’s Eve 2026 celebrations. Ridership grew by 13 percent compared to the previous year, surpassing the 2.5 million passengers recorded in 2025. The achievement was driven by […]
Transport

UAE flag carrier cements global leadership with record passengers and ambitious 2025 milestones

Miguel Hadchity
Photo Credit: Emirates Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — Emirates Airlines solidified its status as the world’s largest international airline in 2025, carrying 55.6 million passengers across nearly 180,580 flights, a distance equivalent to circling the Earth more than 29,000 times. Marking its 40th anniversary, the airline outlined a year driven by a clear vision for […]
Finance

Sharjah approves $12bn budget for 2026, prioritizing infrastructure and economic growth

Miguel Hadchity
Photo Credit: X/@HHShkDrSultan Dubai, UAE — December 2025 — Sharjah’s Supreme Council Member and Ruler, Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, has approved the emirate’s general budget for 2026, with total expenditures set at approximately AED 44.5 billion ($12.1 billion). This represents a 3 percent increase over the 2025 budget and is designed to […]