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UAE President, Emir of Qatar meet in Doha to discuss strengthening bilateral ties

The UAE President visited Qatar to reinforce the deep-rooted ties between the two countries

UAE, Pakistan sign visa exemption deal for diplomatic passport holders

The two sides also signed agreements for cooperation in AI and the digital economy, and joint investment promotion

Saudi Arabia’s trade surplus hits $3.8 billion in April 2025, with China as top export destination

Exports totaled $24.1 billion, showcasing resilience in the trade sector 

Dubai: Free parking for Hijri New Year holiday announced

The Dubai Metro will operate from 5 AM to 1 AM the following day during the Hijri New Year holiday

UAE and GCC airlines update: Some flights remain suspended or rerouted after ceasefire

GCC airspace reopens, yet Emirates and flydubai continue to suspend flights to several crucial routes 

Abu Dhabi conducts first parcel delivery trial by drone

The first test flight, conducted in Abu Dhabi's Khalifa City, demonstrated the viability of parcel delivery by drone

Emirates carries over 1.7 million passengers in past 2 weeks despite regional disruptions

Emirates activated its robust contingency and disruption plans, with no diversions and only a small number of cancellations

ICC elects Dubai Chambers president and CEO as member of executive board

The ICC is the world’s largest business organization, representing a network of 45 million companies

Dubai’s RTA explores adoption of quantum technologies in key domains to advance smart mobility

Initiative aims to enhance the performance of intelligent systems, accelerate the transition to smart mobility and reinforce digital security

UAE, Qatar airlines suspend and reroute some flights despite ceasefire

Etihad Airways cancelled flights to several GCC destinations on Monday, namely Qatar

Saudi Arabia’s Mawani signs $586 million port privatization contracts to boost growth in maritime sector

The contracts were signed with national partners Saudi Global Ports (SGP) and Red Sea Gateway Terminal

Qatar Airways reinstates flights as Qatar’s airspace reopens

Additional ground staff deployed at Hamad International Airport to assist affected passengers effectively 

Dubai Airports resumes full operations after temporary suspension

Qatar reopened its airspace early Tuesday, allowing flights to resume over its territory

Qatar Airways launches next-gen in-flight entertainment system with intelligent personalization on Boeing 777-9

The modular, digital-first approach ensures future scalability and innovation across the airline's fleet 

UAE is progressing toward becoming a “global maritime power,” says energy minister

The maritime sector has contributed approximately AED135 billion to the national GDP, reflecting its vital economic importance

RTA expands Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro station to boost capacity by 65 percent for 220,000 passengers daily

Expansion will increase station area from 6,700 to 8,500 square metres and enhance capacity significantly

Travel disruptions persist as Middle East tensions escalate, airlines suspend flights

Emirates has temporarily suspended all flights to Iran (Tehran) and Iraq (Baghdad and Basra), until Monday June 30, 2025

UAE establishes new Ministry of Foreign Trade, appoints Dr. Thani Al Zeyoudi as Minister

Sheikh Mohammed said the name of the UAE's Ministry of Economy was changed to the Ministry of Economy and Tourism

Egypt approves new Jarjoub Special Economic Zone, expands renewable energy with 900 megawatt solar projects

Two solar projects in Minya and Wahat will enhance Egypt's renewable energy capacity under its 2040 strategy.

Dubai RTA to host UITP Global Public Transport Summit 2026 in Hamburg, signs $299.5 million bus agreement

Dubai's public transport system witnessed increasing shared mobility journeys to 21.6 percent by 2024

Bahrain, Russia sign key customs agreement to boost trade ties 

The initiative aims to streamline trade and promote border security between both countries

Qatar accelerates electric mobility transition with ambitious EV strategy: PwC

Report highlighted plans to install over 1,000 charging stations by 2030, supporting future EV growth 

Dubai Multi Commodities Centre sees 7 percent increase in U.S. companies, fueled by recent UAE-U.S. agreements 

DMCC is home to over 45 percent of the estimated 1,500 American companies in the UAE 

ADPIC launches five-year roadmap to boost liveability and sustainability, targeting 20 percent increase in private investments

All new projects must comply with the 2050 Net-Zero Policy to ensure environmental sustainability