United Arab Emirates

DMCC strengthens economic ties as over 500 Italian companies join Dubai’s premier free zone

DMCC's recent engagement with Italy follows an increase in bilateral trade, which surpassed $9 billion in 2023

Mastercard, Amazon Payment Services to enable digital payment acceptance across Middle East and Africa

The payment service provider will use Mastercard Gateway for quick, seamless, and secure transactions in the region

UAE President directs $100 million in urgent relief for Lebanon

This initiative showcases the UAE's ongoing commitment to supporting Lebanon during its hardships

Dubai: IHG inks agreement to launch world’s tallest all-hotel tower next year

The First Group announced that Ciel, the world's tallest all-hotel tower, will be the latest addition to IHG’s Vignette Collection Portfolio

UAE President designates February 28 as Emirati Day for Education, to be celebrated annually

Date marks the graduation of the first group of teachers from the United Arab Emirates University in 1982

UAE petrol, diesel prices reduced for October 2024

The new rates will be applicable from October 1

ADNH Catering IPO: Company to offer 40 percent of shares on ADX

The company plans to list 900,000,000 shares each with a nominal value of AED0.10

UAE’s FTA extends deadlines for corporate tax return filing, payment for specific tax periods

The extension applies to short Tax Periods that conclude on or before February 29, 2024 

UAE gold prices edge down, global rates fall despite rising Middle East tensions

Market attention turns toward comments from both Fed chair Jerome Powell and Fed governor Michelle Bowman later today

Zayed International Airport northern runway reopens in Abu Dhabi after rehabilitation

Upgrades to critical navigational aids like instrument landing system and runway visual range (RVR) systems were carried out

Weekly wrap: UAE President visits U.S., CBUAE raises GDP forecast, Microsoft to set up Abu Dhabi center

Sheikh Mohamed reaffirmed the UAE's unwavering commitment to its US partnership during his official visit

Dell Technologies modernizes UAE workplaces with new AI-powered PCs, workstations

Dell’s AI PCs help organizations implement AI strategies and prepare for the future

Air Arabia launches three weekly flights to Moscow from Ras Al Khaimah

New scheduled service to Moscow aligns with Ras Al Khaimah’s strategic vision for tourism growth

Dubai’s Jafza, Global Surfaces launch $27.23 million manufacturing facility

40,000-square-meter facility marks a significant milestone in the expansion of Global Surfaces' operations in the Gulf region

UAE banking sector demonstrates resilience with robust capital buffers, favorable liquidity conditions, says Central Bank

UAE's real GDP grew 3.6 percent, driven by rise in the non-oil sector, particularly in tourism, real estate, and finance 

UAE reaffirms commitment to advancing green infrastructure, private capital mobilization

Urgency of climate action demands that countries prioritize climate-resilient infrastructure while unlocking the potential of private capital

Six new highlights to look forward to at Expand North Star 2024

The event will be held at Dubai Harbour from October 13 to 16

IHG, Aldar to turn six Yas Island hotels into luxury resort

Straylight Yas, Vignette Collection will open in Q4 2025 on Yas Island

48,735 pensioners and beneficiaries to receive $220 million in September: Date of disbursement revealed by UAE’s GPSSA

This amount reflects a notable increase of AED91,728,008 ($25 million) compared to the same month in 2023

UAE to enter U.S. Global Entry Program by October 2024, easing travel for Emiratis

UAE and U.S. government authorities will begin to develop and finalize criteria that will lead to the UAE’s full participation in the program

COP28 President calls for ambitious NDCs to keep 1.5°C goal within reach, drive socioeconomic growth

Dr. Al Jaber said the UAE Consensus provides a vital roadmap for action at the ‘Roadmap to Mission 1.5: NDC 3.0’ event

Global digital creative economy to reach $7.35 trillion by 2030: Study

Survey and engagements with more than 400 experts shows growing appetite for the adoption of AI solutions

RTA introduces smart winter seasonal schedules to enhance maritime transport for tourists and residents in Dubai

This initiative encompasses all maritime transport services and routes, including Dubai Ferry, Abra, and Dubai Water Taxi