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Saudi Arabia marks 96th National Day

Miguel Hadchity 23/09/2026

Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — Saudi Arabia is celebrating its 96th National Day on Wednesday, honoring the Kingdom’s founding with a nationwide program of fireworks, air shows, concerts, and cultural events that drew crowds across the country’s major cities. This

Health

Nahyan bin Mubarak opens Forbes Middle East Healthcare Leaders Summit in Abu Dhabi

News Editor 23/09/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, inaugurated the fifth edition of the Forbes Middle East Healthcare Leaders Summit in Abu Dhabi, highlighting the UAE’s ambition to help shape global standards for healthcare excellence. The two-day summit, held on September 22-23 at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, is taking

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 open for subscription from 23 to 28 September 2026 through approved digital and

Economy

EQT launches Middle East platform with new Abu Dhabi office

News Editor 23/09/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Global private markets firm EQT has launched a dedicated Middle East platform and opened a new office at Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), marking a major expansion of its presence in the Gulf region. The firm, which manages around US$389 billion in assets, said the Abu Dhabi office will establish a permanent […]

Economy

Abu Dhabi Arbitration Centre reports 67% rise in filings in H1 2026

News Editor 22/09/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The Abu Dhabi International Arbitration Centre, known as arbitrateAD, recorded a 67% increase in new arbitration filings during the first half of 2026, marking its strongest period of growth since operations began. By 30 June 2026, the total value of disputes submitted to the Centre for administration had reached AED985 million, […]

Environment Kuwait

Kuwait Advances Environmental Sustainability Through Strategic National Initiatives

News Editor 22/09/2026

Kuwait is strengthening environmental sustainability as a core national development priority, with new policies and projects supporting Kuwait Vision 2035 and the country’s gradual transition towards a greener, lower-carbon economy. The government has expanded its focus on renewable energy, environmental governance and sustainable resource management, while the Cabinet

Energy

UAE Highlights Nuclear Energy Experience at Roadmaps to New Nuclear 2026 Conference in Paris

News Editor 22/09/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The United Arab Emirates has reaffirmed its commitment to the responsible development of peaceful nuclear energy during its participation in the Roadmaps to New Nuclear 2026 Conference in Paris. The UAE delegation was led by Hamad Al Kaabi, Director-General of the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR), and included representatives from […]

Oil & Gas

How UAE fuel prices are set—and when new rates are announced

Seif Kamel 21/09/2026

The historical background of fuel prices and their impact on the United Arab Emirates are closely associated with the development of the country’s economy. The discovery of oil more than 70 years ago in the United Arab Emirates has been a keystone in the advancement and growth of the Emirati economy. Afterwards, in 1971, the […]

Health Kuwait

Kuwait Expands Robotic and Remote Surgery Capabilities Across Health Sector

News Editor 21/09/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Kuwait is accelerating the use of advanced medical technologies across its healthcare system, with robotic and remote surgery emerging as key areas of development. The country has expanded robotic surgery across several hospitals and medical specialties, while also introducing remote surgical procedures that allow specialists to operate across cities and

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 […]

Iraq News Transport Travel

Syria, Iraq agree to link customs systems and open Tanf crossing to travelers

Miguel Hadchity 21/09/2026

Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — Syria and Iraq have agreed to electronically link their customs systems and to open the Tanf border crossing to passenger traffic, as trade between the two countries grows. Qutaiba Badawi, head of Syria’s General Authority for Ports and Customs, met Omar Adnan al-Waeli, head of Iraq’s Border Ports Authority, […]

Events

Global Food Week 2026 Opens Visitor Registration Ahead of October Event in Abu Dhabi

News Editor 18/09/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Global Food Week 2026 has officially opened visitor registration for its upcoming exhibition, alongside registration for the second edition of the Global Food Security Summit (GFSS), which will be held as part of the event in Abu Dhabi. Organised by ADNEC Group, a Modon company, in partnership with the Abu Dhabi […]

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

Economy

Hanwha Finance Expands Financial Cooperation with Abu Dhabi

News Editor 18/09/2026

Hanwha Finance is deepening its engagement with Abu Dhabi’s financial ecosystem as part of its broader “Digital Asset Silk Road” vision, aimed at strengthening financial links between the Republic of Korea and Abu Dhabi across digital assets, capital markets and financial services. Hanwha Life, Hanwha General Insurance, Hanwha Investment & Securities and Hanwha Asset

Economy

RASID Achieves My Green Lab Gold Certification for Sustainable Laboratory Operations

News Editor 18/09/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The Reference And Surveillance Intelligence Department (RASID), part of the Central Testing Laboratory at the Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (ADQCC) and operated in partnership with M42, has received the My Green Lab® Gold Certification, marking a major milestone in sustainable laboratory operations. The certification recognises RASID for

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

Defence & Security Economy

EDGE, Hanwha Expand Strategic Cooperation on UAE Integrated Air Defence

News Editor 17/09/2026

Photo Credit : WAM EDGE Group and South Korea’s Hanwha have expanded their strategic cooperation to support the development of an integrated air defence system for the UAE, with the two companies signing a Term Sheet at EDGE Group’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi. The agreement sets out the proposed direction of cooperation around the UAE’s […]

Economy Energy

Abu Dhabi Announces Inaugural Water & Power Week for December 2026

News Editor 17/09/2026

Phtoto Credit : WAM The Department of Energy – Abu Dhabi (DoE) has announced further details of the inaugural Abu Dhabi Water & Power Week (ADWPW) – Special Water Edition 2026, scheduled to take place from 8 to 10 December 2026 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin […]

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 […]

Economy

Ras Al Khaimah expands business ties with more than 100,000 Turkish companies

News Editor 16/09/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Ras Al Khaimah Chamber of Commerce and Industry has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with the Turkish Enterprise and Business Confederation, TÜRKONFED, to strengthen economic, trade and investment relations between Ras Al Khaimah and Türkiye. The agreement is designed to establish effective communication channels between the two business