United Arab Emirates

Emirates launches new AED3 million cabin crew facility in Dubai – the ‘Crew Zone’

This initiative seeks to create a welcoming environment for Emirates’ crew members

Make it in the Emirates Forum 2025 to drive UAE’s economic diversification efforts

2025 edition will mark a significant leap in both size and procurement commitments that drive economic diversification and long-term value creation

Abu Dhabi real estate: 38,700 new residential units set for delivery by 2028 as demand surges

Around 10,800 new units are due to be delivered this year, with another 6,000 in 2026

DEWA unveils roadmap to become world’s first AI-native utility

This initiative keeps DEWA at the forefront of digital advancements and drives sustainable growth in energy

Dubai Chamber of Commerce issues 5,357 ATA Carnets for $1.2 billion in 2024

ATA Carnets provide substantial cost savings by exempting exporters from VAT and customs duties

ADNOC L&S full-year dividend grows 5 percent to $273 million for 2024

ADNOC L&S expects revenue to grow in the mid to high 40 percent range from 2024 to 2025

EMSTEEL, Yellow Door Energy partner to develop UAE’s largest industrial solar PV rooftop project

Upon completion, the project will generate approximately 50 million kilowatt-hours of clean electricity annually

Investopia inks seven new partnerships for knowledge cooperation, organizing new Investopia Global editions

The MoU with EFG Consulting enhances cooperation for 'Investopia Europe' in Milan, boosting UAE-European ties

Emirates expands retrofitted Boeing 777 service to eight new cities

Airline aims to serve 44 cities with its fleet of refurbished Boeing 777 and Airbus A380 aircraft by September 2025

Dubai RTA expands Bus-On-Demand service to two new areas

Before launching, RTA conducted a survey on demographics, transport access, and user preferences

Abu Dhabi’s Masdar to acquire 49.99 percent stake in four solar plants in Spain for $198.8 million

Masdar's collaboration with Endesa is expected to greatly support Spain's National Energy and Climate Plan targets

UAE ranked second safest country in the world in 2025

GCC countries dominated this year's ranking with Qatar coming in third place and Oman ranking fifth globally

UAE thwarts 634 cyberattacks on public, private entities

Attacks targeted data leaks in UAE's critical sectors, managed with best global practices

S&P upgrades ADCB’s credit rating to A+ on strong financial position, high asset quality

ADCB has transformed in terms of scale and profitability since the launch of its previous strategy in 2020

Warner Bros. Discovery takes minority stake in Dubai’s OSN to accelerate MENA growth plan

OSN and WBD will invest in high-quality, locally produced content to ensure a more diverse offering for viewers

ADGM, Chainlink partner to shape global blockchain standards and best practices

Both parties will promote a dialogue on regulatory matters in blockchain, AI, and other emerging technologies

Supply-chain accessibility is key to economic growth, says UAE at G20 Trade and Investment working group

UAE delegation expressed its support for the integration of developing economies into global supply chains

CBUAE projects UAE GDP growth of 4.7 percent in 2025, 5.7 percent in 2026

The UAE's non-oil trade surpassed AED2 trillion in the first nine months of 2024

UAE central bank issues new AED100 polymer banknote with advanced security features

Polymer banknotes are also more durable and sustainable than traditional paper banknotes, lasting two or more times longer in circulation

Sheikh Maktoum approves new strategic plan for Dubai Courts

The plan focuses on four goals: judicial performance, integrated services, future capabilities, and a digital system

Abu Dhabi unveils new initiatives at 6th Al Multaqa meetings to empower private sector

The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) is the government vehicle responsible for accelerating Abu Dhabi’s growth

Dubai Land Department launches ‘Tayseer’ initiative to ease payment of currently overdue service fees

Unit owners can settle outstanding service fees with flexible six-month payment plans through management companies

Strategic health policies place UAE among nations with the lowest tuberculosis rates

UAE plays a key role in the World Health Organization’s roadmap to eliminate tuberculosis by 2030