News UAE

UAE, Singapore discuss deepening trade and investment ties

Miguel Hadchity 12/10/2026

Dubai, UAE – Oct. 2026 – UAE Minister of Foreign Trade Thani bin Ahmed Al-Zeyoudi met senior Singaporean ministers in Singapore to discuss expanding trade and investment cooperation between the two countries. According to the Emirates News Agency, he held talks with Deputy Prime Minister and

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UAE Expands Cultural and Creative Industries Ecosystem with New Investment, Funding and Talent Initiatives

News Editor 09/10/2026

The UAE is accelerating efforts to position culture and creativity as fully integrated economic sectors, linking talent and creative production with financing, intellectual property rights, distribution networks and domestic and international markets. Developments recorded across the country in 2026 highlight the growing scale of the UAE’s cultural and creative industries,

Lifestyle UAE

UAE public holidays explained: confirmed dates, expected dates and moon sighting

Seif Kamel 07/10/2026

Public holidays in the United Arab Emirates represent an important element in the calendar of both citizens of the country and its residents. Holidays enable people to plan their activities in advance, such as trips and gatherings with family and friends. Some holidays can be identified well in advance. On the other hand, some other […]

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UAE leads MEA in flexible workspace development, JLL report finds

Miguel Hadchity 07/10/2026

Dubai, UAE – Oct. 2026 – The United Arab Emirates is the most mature market for flexible workspace in the Middle East and Africa, supported by strong occupancy rates of 75 to 85 percent in Dubai and 70 to 85 percent in Abu Dhabi, according to a new report from real estate services firm JLL. […]

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Dubai FAA to Host 3rd Foreseeing Government Audit Future Conference Under ‘Smart Audit’ Theme

News Editor 06/10/2026

The Financial Audit Authority (FAA) in Dubai will organise the third edition of the Foreseeing Government Audit Future Conference on 28 and 29 October 2026, bringing together government officials, audit professionals, governance experts and technology specialists to examine how artificial intelligence and emerging technologies are reshaping the future of financial

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Fitch affirms Ras Al Khaimah at ‘A+’ as growth outlook improves, removes negative watch

Miguel Hadchity 06/10/2026

Dubai, UAE – Oct. 2026 – Fitch Ratings has affirmed Ras Al Khaimah’s long-term rating at “A+”, a move that reflects easing direct risks from geopolitical challenges since April 2026, which were limited to a minor delay and a marginal cost increase in the launch of one of the emirate’s major transformational investment projects. The […]

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ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi Set to Host Global Food Week and AI Everything 2026

News Editor 06/10/2026

Photo Credit: WAM ADNEC Group, a Modon company, has announced that ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi is fully prepared to host two major international events this week, with Global Food Week 2026 and AI Everything 2026 bringing global leaders, policymakers, investors and innovators to the UAE capital. The simultaneous events highlight ADNEC Group’s ability to manage […]

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UAE, World Bank Launch Zero Bureaucracy Programme for Benin, Djibouti and Rwanda

News Editor 05/10/2026

Photo Credit: WAM The UAE Government and the World Bank Group have launched the first cohort of the Government Experience Exchange Programme for Zero Government Bureaucracy, aimed at strengthening government capabilities and improving public-sector efficiency in several African countries, including Benin, Djibouti and Rwanda. The initiative introduces participating

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UAE enters World’s top 25 most innovative economies for the first time in Global Innovation Index 2026

Miguel Hadchity 05/10/2026

Dubai, UAE — Oct. 2026 — The United Arab Emirates has risen five places to 25th out of 139 economies in the Global Innovation Index 2026, published by the World Intellectual Property Organization, up from 30th in 2025. The result puts the country among the world’s 25 most innovative economies for the first time. The […]

Travel UAE

Passport validity before flying from the UAE: a pre-travel checklist

Seif Kamel 05/10/2026

One of the most crucial steps travelers should take before departing from the UAE is to check the validity of their passports. Although this may seem like a simple requirement, an important consideration is the period of passport validity required by their destination country. This is in addition to any other applicable regulations or requirements. […]

Energy UAE

Emirates Extrusion To Cut Approximately 12,400 Tonnes of CO₂ Through Solar Project

News Editor 05/10/2026

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 5 October 2026 – Emirates Extrusion (EE), a leading UAE-based manufacturer of high-performance aluminum extrusion profiles and customized architectural and industrial solutions, is strengthening its commitment to sustainable manufacturing through the implementation of a solar PV system at its Dubai facility marking a significant step in the

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ICP service-fee instalments in the UAE: eligibility and payment checklist

Seif Kamel 02/10/2026

A crucial element of fulfilling financial obligations is carefully managing service-fee payments. In the UAE, the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) provides eligible individuals and companies with the option to pay these fees in instalments, sometimes with a 0% profit rate. These facilities simplify the payment process without

Tech UAE

DMT, Siemens Partner to Advance Digital Urban Infrastructure in Abu Dhabi

News Editor 02/10/2026

Photo Credit: WAM The DDMT, Siemens Partner to Advance Digital Urban Infrastructure in Abu Dhabi epartment of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Siemens to strengthen digital urban infrastructure, municipal data capabilities, utilities and intelligent mobility across Abu Dhabi. The agreement was signed during the

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GPSSA Reviews Performance, AI Adoption and Strategic Projects at Fourth Board Meeting of 2026

News Editor 01/10/2026

Photo Credit: WAM The Board of Directors of the General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) has reviewed the authority’s financial, investment and institutional performance, along with progress on major strategic initiatives, during its fourth meeting of 2026. The meeting was chaired by Mubarak Rashed Al Mansoori, Chairman of GPSSA’s Board of Directors, and

Travel UAE

flydubai suspends Israel flights after flight deck altercation forces Saudi landing

Miguel Hadchity 01/10/2026

Dubai, UAE — Oct. 2026 — A flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday after an altercation in the flight deck, injuring some crew members. The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority said flight FZ1073 from Dubai International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport on September 30 experienced […]

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UAE has proven itself a global destination for capital, says CMA chief

Miguel Hadchity 30/09/2026

Dubai, UAE – Sept. 2026 — The UAE has cemented its position as a global destination for capital and has shown it can offer a safe and attractive investment environment over both the short and long term, the chief executive of the Capital Market Authority said on Wednesday. Speaking at the first day of the […]

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Dubai Ambulance to unveil SANAD multi-mission emergency vehicle at EMS World Expo 2026

News Editor 30/09/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services has announced that it will unveil SANAD, a new off-road, multi-mission emergency response vehicle, at EMS World Expo 2026 in Orlando, Florida. Designed in Dubai, SANAD will be showcased during the event from 30 September to 2 October at the Orange County Convention Centre. The vehicle will […]

Oil & Gas UAE

UAE Announces Fuel Prices for October 2026

News Editor 30/09/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The UAE Fuel Price Committee has announced petrol and diesel prices for October 2026, with rates increasing across all fuel categories compared with September. The new prices, which will take effect from 1 October, were approved under the UAE’s monthly fuel pricing mechanism, which takes into account movements in global energy […]

Lebanon UAE

UAE to open Electronic Visa Center in Beirut next month

Miguel Hadchity 29/09/2026

Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that an Electronic Visa Center will open in Beirut, Lebanon, next month, a move officials say will strengthen ties between the two countries and simplify travel procedures for Lebanese applicants. Omar Obaid Al Shamsi, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, […]

Real Estate UAE

ASAS Real Estate launches residential, commercial plots at Muhadhab in Sharjah

News Editor 29/09/2026

Photo Credit: WAM ASAS Real Estate, the real estate arm of Sharjah Islamic Bank, has announced the release of a new selection of residential and commercial plots at the Muhadhab development in Sharjah. Strategically located along Emirates Road, a major transport corridor connecting Sharjah with other emirates, the project offers buyers convenient accessibility alongside