Finance

UAE economy to grow 5% in 2026 and 5.1% in 2027, World Bank says

Miguel Hadchity 14/01/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — The World Bank’s latest Global Economic Prospects report projected steady but sluggish global growth, with the UAE economy expected to expand by 5 percent in 2026 and 5.1 percent in 2027. The report indicated the global economy is proving more

News UAE

Abu Dhabi Police warn residents against fake online advertisements

News Editor 13/01/2026

Abu Dhabi Police have issued a fresh warning urging residents to stay alert against fake online advertisements designed to trick users into clicking fraudulent links and surrendering personal or financial information. The authority said scammers often create convincing advertisements that redirect users to fake websites posing as legitimate businesses. These sites

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Dubai Airports, Salik partner on e-wallet parking at DXB from January 22

News Editor 13/01/2026

Image Credit : WAM Dubai Airports and Dubai’s road toll operator Salik have signed a long-term agreement to introduce seamless e-wallet parking payments across all terminals at Dubai International Airport. The 10-year agreement was witnessed by Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, chairman of Dubai Airports, and Mattar Al Tayer, chairman of Salik. Under the […]

Automotive UAE

UAE opens one of the world’s largest ultra-fast EV charging hubs

News Editor 13/01/2026

Photo Credit: ZAWYA The UAE has inaugurated one of the world’s largest ultra-fast electric vehicle charging hubs, marking a major step in the country’s push toward cleaner, smarter mobility. ADNOC Distribution said the new facility at Saih Shuaib on the E11 highway between Abu Dhabi and Dubai is the sixth largest superfast EV charging hub […]

Events

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

Miguel Hadchity 13/01/2026

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 […]

Travel UAE

UAE Residency Visa Rules Explained For 2026

Seif Kamel 13/01/2026

The different types of visas to the UAE Blue Residency Visa: The Blue Residency Visa has been launched with the duration up to 10 years. This visa is designed for individuals who significantly contribute to the enhancement of the society and the environment. These fields include combating climate change and achieving sustainability objectives.  GCC Unified […]

Saudi Arabia Travel

Riyadh Metro expansion to link Red Line with Diriyah Gate

News Editor 12/01/2026

Photo Credit: X / SPA_Eng Saudi Arabia’s Royal Commission for Riyadh City has awarded a contract to extend the Red Line of the Riyadh Metro, adding 8.4 kilometres and five new stations to carry the route from King Saud University to the Diriyah Gate, according to local media reports. The Red Line extension, also known […]

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Dubai Ambulance unveils AI-powered Smart First Aid Kit platform

Nisar 12/01/2026

Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services has announced plans to roll out an AI-powered “Smart First Aid Kit” as a digital platform and mobile application, aimed at strengthening public awareness of first aid and emergency response across the emirate. Designed for residents and visitors alike, the initiative will deliver fast and reliable medical guidance through

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UAE launches digital platform to centralise federal real estate assets

News Editor 12/01/2026

Image Credit : WAM The UAE Ministry of Finance has launched a new digital system to centralise and manage data on federally owned real estate, marking a key step in modernising public asset management and strengthening governance. The platform, known as the Federal Government Real Estate Assets Platform, will act as a unified electronic registry […]

Energy

Masdar inaugurates clean energy expansion in Angola with major solar agreement

Miguel Hadchity 12/01/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — Abu Dhabi’s Masdar has signed a landmark Power Purchase Agreement for a 150-megawatt solar photovoltaic project in Angola, marking the company’s first such contract in the country. The Quipungo Solar PV project, located in Huila Province, is the initial phase of the broader 500-megawatt Project Royal […]

Telecom UAE

Child Digital Safety Forum emphasizes the significance of social media’s role in safeguarding children online

Maria Rabbani 10/01/2026

On 9 January 2026, the Child Digital Safety Forum was held in Abu Dhabi under the theme “Towards a Safe and Sustainable Digital Environment for Future Generations”. The forum’s core focus was on institutional and societal approaches to safeguarding children digitally. The Forum also emphasized the importance of making efforts to consolidate communication and collaboration

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Dubai RTA outlines Phase 1 rollout of driverless RoboTaxis across 65 locations

News Editor 09/01/2026

Image Credit : apollogo Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has identified 65 locations across the emirate for the first phase of its driverless RoboTaxi rollout, marking a major step toward fully autonomous public transport. According to an RTA video presentation, Phase 1 will span two operational zones, with 17 locations in Zone One and 48 […]

News

Ramadan 2026 Are Dubai’s mall and cinema timings changing?

News Editor 09/01/2026

With fewer than 40 days to go until Ramadan 2026, Dubai is preparing for the holy month with extended retail hours, late-night entertainment, and a calendar of cultural and dining experiences that come alive after sunset. As in previous years, shopping centres across the city are expected to adjust their schedules to suit fasting hours. […]

Sustainability

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

Miguel Hadchity 09/01/2026

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 […]

Saudi Arabia Transport

Saudi Arabia ceases import of poultry and eggs from France and Poland due to bird flu outbreaks

Maria Rabbani 09/01/2026

France and Poland, two major countries from which Saudi Arabia imports its poultry and eggs, have been struggling with a major outbreak of the avian influenza since quite some time now. Saudi Arabia has been left with no other option but to place a temporary ban over the import of poultry and eggs from France […]

Tech

Inside Egypt’s AI Playbook: How Cairo Aims to Lead Africa & the Middle East’s Intelligent Future

News Editor 08/01/2026

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has moved from aspiration to infrastructure in Egypt. Once framed as distant ambition, it is now shaping economic policy, investment priorities, and public debate. Across government, enterprise, and civil society, AI has become a key strategic lever for competitiveness, sovereignty and growth. This shift explains why Cairo is increasingly

News UAE

Emirates issues UK travel advisory as digital entry rules tighten

News Editor 08/01/2026

Dubai: Emirates has issued a travel advisory for passengers flying to the United Kingdom, warning that new digital entry requirements will come into force from February 25, 2026. The airline said travellers who require an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) must secure approval before departure, or they will not be permitted to board flights to the […]

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Etihad Rail reveals UAE passenger rail network linking 11 cities by 2026

News Editor 08/01/2026

Etihad Rail has unveiled full details of the UAE’s national passenger rail network, confirming it will connect 11 cities and regions across the country by 2026. The announcement marks a major milestone in the nation’s transport and infrastructure development, delivering the UAE’s first fully integrated passenger rail system. The network is designed to strengthen

Corporate Finance

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

Miguel Hadchity 08/01/2026

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 […]

Transport UAE

Dubai opens first driverless taxi control centre, issues landmark permit

News Editor 08/01/2026

Photo Credit: RTA Dubai has taken a decisive step towards fully autonomous mobility with the launch of Baidu Apollo Go’s Autonomous Vehicles Operations and Control Centre, the first such facility established by the Chinese technology company outside China. The 2,000-square-metre centre, located at Dubai Science Park, was inaugurated on Thursday by Mattar Al Tayer, Director