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Events UAE

Dubai Future Finance Week day four: events chart the path for the future of family wealth and tokenised finance

Dubai Family Wealth Summit advances succession, governance and responsible stewardship, marking the UAE’s Year of Family DIFC announces 2027 NextGen Internship programme to equip future family-enterprise leaders with practical industry experience Future Tokenisation Forum considers how tokenised finance can move beyond fragmented use cases towards trusted, scalable market
SPA
Saudi Arabia SYRIA

Saudi Arabia, Syria sign defense, industrial, agriculture and development agreements during al-Sharaa visit

Miguel Hadchity
Dubai, UAE – Nov. 2026 – Saudi Arabia and Syria signed a series of cooperation agreements covering defense, industry, agriculture, the environment and development financing on Wednesday, during a visit to the Kingdom by Syrian President Ahmad Al-Sharaa. Al-Sharaa visited at the invitation of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on Nov. 4, Crown Prince […]
News UAE

Dubai Future Finance Week day three: Global private wealth outlook signals structural shift to Dubai as Wealth and Asset Management firms pass 600 milestone

Day three convenes global leaders across banking, fixed income, Islamic finance, insurance, and wealth management to build long-term opportunities Structural realignment in global private wealth, as institutional investors and family offices increasingly establish regional headquarters in Dubai Future Islamic Finance Forum advances talent, technology and cross-border
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Energy UAE

UAE Ministry of Energy and Abu Dhabi Customs Sign Digital Integration Agreement at ADIPEC 2026

The UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) and Abu Dhabi Customs have signed a service level agreement (SLA) to enhance electronic integration, simplify customs procedures and accelerate approvals for imports of restricted hazardous petroleum materials. The agreement, signed during the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC 2026),
News UAE

Dubai’s Museum of the Future Launches Skills-Based Recruitment Campaign for 2027 Visitor Experience

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai’s Museum of the Future has introduced a new approach to talent recruitment through its “Future Perfects” campaign, prioritising human skills, creativity and communication abilities over traditional academic qualifications and professional experience. Launched on October 21, 2026, the initiative aims to recruit employees for a new visitor experience
UAE

How to verify a UAE company or trade license online

Seif Kamel
An important step for any business in the UAE is to verify a company and its trade license. This should be carried out before entering into any business agreement, making a payment, or working with a service provider. The same principle applies to any business in the UAE, whether it operates on the mainland or […]
News UAE

Abu Dhabi Judicial Department Expands Family Awareness Initiatives During Year of the Family 2026

The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) has stepped up its community engagement and family awareness initiatives as part of the UAE’s Year of the Family 2026, introducing a range of educational programmes and interactive activities designed to strengthen family relationships and promote social stability. The initiatives reflect the department’s commitment to supporting