Finance UAE

UAE Ministry of Finance Opens Second Retail T-Sukuk Offering at 5.06% Profit Rate

News Editor 23/09/2026

Photo Credit: WAM The UAE Ministry of Finance has announced the pricing and subscription launch of the second issuance under its Sovereign Retail T-Sukuk Programme, offering retail investors access to a five-year, Shariah-compliant government investment instrument. The AED50 million offering is

Economy UAE

SIF 2026 to Focus on Adaptive Economies, AI, Capital Flows and Supply Chain Resilience

News Editor 21/09/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The ninth edition of the Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF 2026) will take place on October 14 and 15 at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre, bringing together policymakers, investors and business leaders to examine how economies can adapt to rapid technological, geopolitical and market changes. Held under the theme “Building […]

Real Estate UAE

Dubai Holding partners with ADCB to offer mortgage financing solutions

Miguel Hadchity 18/09/2026

Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — Dubai Holding has announced a strategic partnership with Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank to provide mortgage financing solutions for customers looking to purchase properties within a number of residential projects developed by Nakheel, Meraas, and Dubai Properties. Under the partnership, eligible customers wishing to buy properties within

Arts & Culture UAE

TRENDS Expands Cultural and Research Programme at Abu Dhabi International Book Fair

News Editor 17/09/2026

Photo Credit: WAM TRENDS Group continued its cultural and knowledge-focused participation at the 35th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, marking the fourth consecutive day of activities with a programme featuring platform launches, research discussions, partnership agreements, book signings and professional training sessions. The TRENDS pavilion welcomed a number of

Travel UAE

flydubai to expand fleet beyond 100 aircraft, launches new cabin retrofit program

Miguel Hadchity 17/09/2026

Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — flydubai has announced the next phase of its fleet development plans, which includes growing its fleet to more than 100 aircraft, alongside the launch of a new cabin retrofit program starting this September. The airline is set to receive 11 new aircraft in 2026, comprising seven Boeing 737 MAX […]

Tech UAE

Khazna Data Centres and Siemens Sign MoU to Advance Next-Generation AI Data Centre Technologies

News Editor 15/09/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Khazna Data Centres and Siemens have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore advanced technologies and infrastructure solutions designed to support the next generation of artificial intelligence data centres. The agreement was signed during the UAE-Germany Business Forum in Munich and outlines several areas of potential cooperation, including

Events UAE

Abu Dhabi to Host Alzheimer’s Disease Continuum Event on September 19

News Editor 14/09/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Abu Dhabi will host the Alzheimer’s Disease Continuum evening event on September 19, 2026, bringing together healthcare leaders, clinicians, patients and caregivers to discuss improving Alzheimer’s diagnosis, care and long-term support across the UAE and wider Gulf region. The event is being organised by Eli Lilly and Company (Lilly) in partnership […]

News UAE

S&P affirms Ras Al Khaimah’s “A/A-1” credit rating with stable outlook

Miguel Hadchity 14/09/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — Global credit rating agency S&P Global Ratings has affirmed the credit rating of the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah at “A/A-1,” maintaining a “stable” outlook for the emirate’s economic future. According to the Emirates News Agency, the US agency said the stable outlook reflects its

News UAE

DESC joins GISEC Global 2026 as official government cybersecurity partner

News Editor 09/09/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The Dubai Electronic Security Centre (DESC) will participate as the Official Government Cybersecurity Partner at GISEC Global 2026, taking place from 16 to 18 September at the Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai. During the event, DESC will showcase its latest cybersecurity initiatives, share expertise with international partners and contribute to

Automotive UAE

Why More UAE Drivers Are Looking at Used Auto Parts as Repair Costs Rise

News Editor 08/09/2026

For UAE drivers, keeping an older car on the road is increasingly becoming a question of what to replace, where to source it and how much the repair is really worth. A new original component remains the obvious choice in many situations, particularly for safety-critical or heavily worn parts. But when a dealership quotation includes […]

Economy UAE

UAE Non-Oil Foreign Trade Surpasses AED1.9 Trillion in H1 2026, Al Zeyoudi Says at AIM Summit

News Editor 08/09/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The UAE’s non-oil foreign trade surpassed AED1.9 trillion during the first half of 2026, reflecting the country’s growing role as a global centre for trade, investment and economic connectivity, according to Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade. Speaking at the opening of the 15th AIM Investment Summit […]

Events UAE

UAE Pavilion Showcases Defence and Aerospace Capabilities at El Alamein Airshow 2026

News Editor 08/09/2026

Photo Credit: WAM The UAE National Pavilion is participating in the El Alamein International Airshow 2026, being held at El Alamein International Airport in Egypt’s Matrouh Governorate from September 8 to 10, 2026. Launched in 2024, the El Alamein International Airshow has emerged as a major regional platform connecting stakeholders from the aerospace, defence and […]

Real Estate UAE

Ajman records $416m in real estate transactions in August

Miguel Hadchity 08/09/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — Ajman’s real estate sector registered 994 transactions worth a combined AED 1.53 billion ($416.6 million) during August, according to figures released by the Department of Land and Real Estate Regulation. Omar bin Omair Al Muhairi, director general of the Department, said the sector’s performance in August

Energy Oman UAE

UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure Wins Two Gulf Green Mobility Awards in Oman

News Editor 07/09/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure has secured two honours at the Gulf Green Mobility Forum Awards 2026 in Oman, highlighting the country’s progress in digital government services and transport sector leadership. The event brought together senior officials, industry leaders, experts and representatives from transport sectors across Gulf

Education UAE

Mohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative launches ‘Water Pioneers’ programme for young Emiratis

News Editor 07/09/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The Mohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative has launched Water Pioneers, a national youth programme designed to equip young Emiratis with the knowledge, skills and leadership capabilities needed to help tackle growing global water scarcity challenges. The programme aims to build a network of Emirati talent capable of contributing to national and […]

News UAE

UAE Invites Communities to Help Shape 55th Eid Al Etihad Celebrations

News Editor 04/09/2026

Poto Credit : WAM Communities across the UAE are being invited to play an active role in shaping this year’s 55th Eid Al Etihad celebrations through a nationwide series of workshops focused on creativity, storytelling and shared experiences. The Eid Al Etihad Workshops will run from 10 to 24 September 2026, bringing together residents from […]

Real Estate UAE

Dubai Land Department launches AI-powered Initial Registration platform for real estate developers

News Editor 04/09/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai Land Department (DLD) has launched a new AI-powered Initial Registration platform designed to simplify the journey for real estate developers by integrating project registration, property transaction registration and escrow account management into a single digital system. The platform uses artificial intelligence and automated processes to improve

Automotive UAE

ROX Starts ADAMAS Vehicle Production in Abu Dhabi, Boosting UAE Automotive Manufacturing

News Editor 04/09/2026

Photo Credit : WAM ROX has started local production of its ADAMAS vehicles at a newly completed Advanced AI Manufacturing Centre in Abu Dhabi, marking a major step in the company’s expansion and localisation plans in the UAE. The first three ROX ADAMAS vehicles carrying the “Made in the Emirates” mark have rolled off the […]

Energy UAE

Mubadala Energy cuts emissions by nearly a third in 2025, sustainability report shows

Miguel Hadchity 04/09/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — Mubadala Energy, the Abu Dhabi-based international energy company, has announced a 30.9 percent reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions across its operated assets in 2025, as the company continued to prioritize reliable energy supply alongside responsible growth and improved performance on

Energy UAE

UAE renewable energy capacity grows 63-fold in a decade, top official says

Miguel Hadchity 02/09/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — The UAE’s renewable energy capacity has grown more than 63-fold over the past decade, rising from 129 megawatts in 2015 to over 8.2 gigawatts in 2025, according to Sharif Al Olama, undersecretary of the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure for Energy and Petroleum Affairs. Speaking to […]