Economy

First Abu Dhabi Bank’s nine-month net profit rises 3% to AED16.46 billion

News Editor 29/10/2026

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) reported a 3 percent year-on-year increase in group net profit to AED16.46 billion for the first nine months of 2026, supported by higher revenue, increased lending activity and continued cost discipline. The UAE’s largest bank by assets recorded a 7 percent

Events Lebanon

Lebanon to host 2028 Asian Ski Championship, federation chief says

Miguel Hadchity 29/10/2026

Dubai, UAE – Oct. 2026 – Lebanon will host the Asian Ski Championship in 2028, the president of the Lebanese Ski and Biathlon Federation, Freddy Keyrouz, announced at the body’s annual general assembly. The assembly was held at the Lebanese Automobile and Touring Club in Kaslik and attended by 23 of the 26 clubs eligible […]

Business

Abu Dhabi Customs Ranks Eighth Among Middle East’s Best Workplaces for 2026

News Editor 28/10/2026

The General Administration of Abu Dhabi Customs has secured eighth place in the large organisations category of the Best Workplaces in the Middle East 2026 rankings, released by Great Place To Work, a global authority on workplace culture. The recognition highlights Abu Dhabi Customs’ commitment to building a positive working environment that prioritises employee

Economy Kuwait

Kuwait Central Bank Accelerates Digital Banking Transformation as Cashless Transactions Reach 84%

News Editor 28/10/2026

The Central Bank of Kuwait (CBK) is advancing the country’s banking sector through digital innovation, modern payment systems, stronger cybersecurity measures and regulatory reforms aimed at building a secure and efficient financial ecosystem. Kuwait’s journey towards digital banking began in 1979 with the introduction of its first automated teller machine

News UAE

Dubai Chambers, DHL Express sign deal to help local firms expand globally

Miguel Hadchity 28/10/2026

Dubai, UAE – Oct. 2026 – Dubai Chambers has signed a memorandum of understanding with DHL Express to help Dubai-based companies expand into international markets and improve their global competitiveness. The agreement aims to widen local firms’ access to overseas markets and support their export activities through logistics and commercial solutions, along with

Business Finance

Masdar Raises $600 Million Through World’s Highest-Rated Corporate Blue Bond Issuance

News Editor 27/10/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar) has successfully raised US$600 million through its inaugural blue bond issuance, marking a major milestone in the company’s sustainable financing strategy. The five-year bond has received an AA- rating from both S&P and Fitch, making it the highest-rated publicly issued corporate blue bond worldwide to

Business Finance

DIP Holding Sets IPO Price Range at AED1.10 to AED1.15 as Subscriptions Open

News Editor 27/10/2026

DIP Holding Plc, a subsidiary of Dubai Investments PJSC, has announced a price range of AED1.10 to AED1.15 per share for its initial public offering (IPO) on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM), with subscriptions opening on Tuesday. The offering values the company at approximately AED9.5 billion ($2.6 billion) to AED10 billion ($2.7 billion), marking a […]

Energy Oil & Gas

SNOC Completes First Phase of Al Hadiba Gas Field Development in Sharjah

News Editor 27/10/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Sharjah National Oil Corporation (SNOC) has announced the completion of the first phase of development at the Al Hadiba gas and condensate field, more than doubling its current gas production and reinforcing Sharjah’s long-term energy security. Located northeast of the Sajaa gas field, Al Hadiba was discovered in May 2024. SNOC accelerated […]

News UAE

UAE urges “water resilience” as economic priority ahead of UN Water Conference

News Editor 27/10/2026

Dubai, UAE – Oct. 2026 – The UAE’s assistant foreign minister for energy and sustainability called for water resilience to be treated as a strategic priority in economic and investment planning, as preparations continue for the 2026 UN Water Conference in Abu Dhabi. Abdullah Balalaa, speaking at the WETEX exhibition and the Global Green Economy […]

News UAE

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

News Editor 26/10/2026

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

Sport

Emirates Arabian Horse Society National Championship to Feature 253 Horses in Abu Dhabi

News Editor 26/10/2026

Photo Credit: WAM The Emirates Arabian Horse Society National Championship is set to begin on Tuesday, October 27, at Boudheib Academy, bringing together 253 Arabian horses owned by 179 participants from leading studs across the UAE. The two-day championship is part of the Emirates Arabian Horse Society’s (EAHS) 2026–2027 season calendar, which aims to promote […]

News UAE

Dubai Customs processes 1.36m customs deposit refund requests in H1 2026

Miguel Hadchity 26/10/2026

Dubai, UAE – Oct. 2026 – Dubai Customs processed 1.36 million requests to refund customs deposits in the first half of 2026, up 3.6 percent from 1.31 million in the same period of 2025. The total value of requests submitted by customers rose 13.1 percent to AED6.9 billion, from AED6.1 billion a year earlier. The […]

Lifestyle UAE

Notice Period in the UAE: Rules for Resignation and Termination

Seif Kamel 23/10/2026

Resigning from a job or ending an employment contract is rarely as simple as choosing a final working day. In the UAE, employees and employers generally need to give written notice, observe the agreed notice period and complete the final settlement. Understanding the rules early helps both sides avoid disagreements about pay, handovers and contract […]

Economy

Dubai International Chamber Backs Metito Utilities’ Expansion into Mozambique

News Editor 23/10/2026

Dubai International Chamber has facilitated the expansion of Dubai-based Metito Utilities into Mozambique, supporting the company’s efforts to strengthen its presence in Africa’s water infrastructure sector. Metito Utilities, an investor, developer and operator of sustainable water and wastewater infrastructure, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding

Tech

Mubadala and Khalifa University Launch Life Sciences Innovation Programme to Advance UAE Healthcare Research

News Editor 23/10/2026

Mubadala Investment Company and Khalifa University of Science and Technology have announced the launch of the Life Sciences Innovation Programme (LSIP), a strategic initiative designed to accelerate medical research, develop advanced healthcare technologies and strengthen the UAE’s growing life sciences sector. The programme aims to bridge the gap between academic research

Health

M42’s Healthpoint Partners with Proximie to Introduce AI-Powered Surgical Intelligence in Abu Dhabi

Nisar 23/10/2026

Healthpoint, a healthcare facility under the M42 Group, has announced a strategic partnership with Proximie, a global surgical intelligence platform, to introduce artificial intelligence (AI) technology across its operating rooms in Abu Dhabi. The collaboration aims to enhance surgical efficiency, improve operating room management and support better patient care through

Events UAE

WETEX 2026 showcases UAE firms’ energy and sustainability solutions, participants say

Miguel Hadchity 23/10/2026

Dubai, UAE – Oct. 2026 – Participants at WETEX 2026 highlighted the exhibition’s role in supporting UAE companies, showcasing their innovative energy and sustainability solutions, and strengthening opportunities for business cooperation and market expansion. Dalal Jassim Al Balushi, Senior Director of Strategy and Policy at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for

Business

du Reports 10.8% Rise in Nine-Month Net Profit to AED2.4 Billion

News Editor 22/10/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (du) reported a 10.8% year-on-year increase in net profit to AED2.4 billion for the first nine months of 2026, driven by growing demand for telecommunications, connectivity and digital services across the UAE. The company’s total revenue increased by 6.2% to AED12.3 billion during the January-September

Entertainment

Arab League Urges Youth Empowerment to Tackle Digital Media Challenges

News Editor 22/10/2026

The Arab League has stressed the need to equip young people with digital literacy skills to combat misinformation, verify online content and navigate the growing challenges posed by artificial intelligence (AI) and social media. In a statement issued ahead of Global Media and Information Literacy Week, observed from October 24 to 31, the organisation highlighted […]

Health

Burjeel Holdings and Proximie Partner to Develop AI-Powered Smart Operating Rooms in Abu Dhabi

News Editor 22/10/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Burjeel Holdings, through its intelligent healthcare platform AiMed Solutions, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Proximie to develop artificial intelligence-powered operating rooms aimed at improving surgical efficiency, clinical decision-making and patient care. The agreement, signed during the Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit 2026,