United Arab Emirates

Dubai Chamber of Commerce launches ESG Label to promote sustainable business practices

The label helps organizations assess their ESG preparedness and maturity, earn recognition, and drive business growth

Businesswomen make up 18 percent of all entrepreneurs in UAE, 48.8 percent hold executive-director positions: Report

The share of women in the workforce also rose to 34.6 percent in 2024, up from 32.5 percent in 2023

Paid maternity leave of up to 90 days for Emirati mothers in Abu Dhabi private sector

To qualify for this service, individuals must apply for the service within the first 30 days of the baby’s delivery

UAE gold prices down, global rates ease on stronger dollar

Traders now see a 70 percent chance of a 25-basis-point rate cut and about a 30 percent chance of a bigger 50-basis-point reduction

Dubai’s WGES 2024 to explore eight themes to advance green economy, boost climate efforts

Summit to address the gap in funding capabilities and responsibilities of developed versus developing countries

Nakheel awards $220.54 million contract for marine works at Palm Jebel Ali to Jan De Nul Dredging

Jan De Nul Dredging is expected complete the entire scope of marine works at Palm Jebel Ali in just over two years

Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala partners with CBC Group to fully acquire UCB Pharma’s China mature business

Acquisition includes UCB’s neurology portfolio and allergy portfolio in Mainland China, in addition to UCB’s Zhuhai manufacturing site

UAE carriers boost global reach to 606 destinations, targeting 140 million passengers

This represents a 3.4 percent increase from the 586 destinations served at the end of 2023

Over 2,000 startups set to gather at latest Expand North Star edition in Dubai

Germany leads among the new country pavilions from the European region, with 40 startups debuting at the show

UAE banks attract over $14.7 billion in 3-month deposits in five months

Term deposits exceeding 12 months recorded AED44.48 billion at the end of May, up by 0.52 percent

Tourism surge, evolving preferences raise demand for short-term rentals in Dubai by 30 percent

Business Bay, Arjan, Jumeirah Village Circle, Downtown Dubai, Palm Jumeirah and DAMAC Hills are particularly popular for short-term stays

UAE’s non-oil foreign trade reaches record $379.81 billion in H1 2024


The country’s key exports like gold, jewelry, and metals have driven strong non-oil export growth, Al Zeyoudi says

UAE gold prices down, global rates dip as market awaits September U.S. rate cut

The dollar hovered near its lowest level in 13 months, making gold cheaper for other currency holders

ADAFZ, MSM Logistic break ground on $23 million strategic logistics project in Abu Dhabi’s Al Falah District

28,623-square-meter development to offer flexible storage solutions for local and international logistics businesses

Microsoft launches new AI-powered Surface devices in UAE to accelerate innovation, enhance productivity

New Surface devices are for students, professionals, and enthusiasts, looking to enhance their productivity using AI

DEWA’s R&D Centre develops digital first approach for condition assessment of critical assets

This approach eliminates the need for on-site sensors or hardware. It only requires asset data and their locations

UAE’s AD Ports Group embraces digitalization, big data to optimize smart operations

The Group's experts address industry challenges like software interoperability, cybersecurity, and change resistance

UAE’s Masdar to launch 4GW solar energy station in Egypt

Masdar's investments in Egypt's renewable energy sector fall in line with the country's National Strategy for Climate Change 2050

Emirati AI expert Dr. Ebtesam Almazrouei named in global AI 100 list

The AI expert was selected for driving real-world impact through scaling AI solutions across industries

Abu Dhabi’s E7 to begin $50 million digital tax stamp production in 2025

In June, E7 Group announced the plan to invest in ambitious organic growth initiatives across its security solutions business segment

UAE, Lithuania hold inaugural Joint Economic Committee to promote cooperation in key sectors

The UAE and Lithuania emphasised that the research, development, and innovation sector is key to enhancing economic development

Visa-free travel to Sri Lanka: UAE, Saudi Arabia, and 33 other countries granted access

Saudi Arabia ranked third as a potential market for Sri Lankan tourism in June 2024

UAE gold prices decline, global rates set for weekly fall after slipping from record highs

Gold prices fell almost 1 percent this week after hitting a record high on Tuesday

Dubai Business Forum – China: Dubai Chambers, CCPIT Beijing partner to bolster trade relations, bilateral ties

Agreement supports CCPIT Beijing’s member companies in establishing and expanding their investments in Dubai