United Arab Emirates

New RealAssetX Center in Abu Dhabi to drive innovation in real estate

The initiative will host a robust calendar of innovation-driven activities including research programs, ideation labs, hackathons, and startup pitch competitions

UAE and Türkiye sign MoUs to boost investment in tourism, agriculture, and industry

Formal ceremony for the agreements took place at the Presidential Palace in Ankara, showcasing unity

TikTok teams up with Visa to support SMB growth in UAE

The initiative is proof of TikTok and Visa’s shared commitment to empowering entrepreneurs and fostering innovation in the UAE

Dubai 24-carat gold price today drops to AED402.75 as dollar strengthens, Trump weighs in on Powell

Investor sentiment shifts as Trump reassures he won’t dismiss Powell, impacting gold prices 

Dubai’s Sheikh Hamdan introduces world’s first system to enhance transparency in AI-driven research, content

Intelligent machines include algorithms, automation tools, generative AI models, and robotics in the classification 

Dubai: New decree grants 10 days of paid marriage leave to government national employees

Leave is fully paid, including allowances and financial benefits during the marriage leave period

OPEC highlights resilience of UAE non-oil economy amid strong PMI growth in June

The June PMI rose to 53.5, indicating ongoing expansion despite slight deceleration in momentum 

UAE President arrives in Türkiye on state visit, received by Turkish counterpart

His Highness is accompanied by a delegation of senior officials, enhancing diplomatic ties between nations

From Playa d’en Bossa to Al Marjan Island: My encounter with ‘The Unexpected’ vision of luxury

The Unexpected Al Marjan Island Hotel & Residences is a fusion of avant-garde design, high-octane entertainment, and culinary experiences all threaded together

Sheikh Mohammed issues major changes to Dubai’s conciliation law aimed at streamlining dispute resolution

Law No. (9) of 2025 amends provisions of Law No. (18) of 2021 governing conciliation frameworks

Revealed: Top performing areas in Abu Dhabi real estate in H1 2025

All signs point to Abu Dhabi emerging as one of the most exciting and future-ready real estate destinations in the region

Dubai Metro Blue Line: $5.6 billion mega infrastructure project secures funding from Emirates NBD

Scheduled for completion by September 2029, it will serve approximately 350,000 daily passengers by 2040

Sheikh Maktoum launches $245 billion budget cycle for 2027-2029, focused on sustainable growth and citizen well-being

Budget aims to empower federal entities to deliver high-quality, flexible, and efficient services 

Sharjah Waste-to-Energy plant takes new turn with Masdar’s stake sale to Tadweer Group

The acquisition allows both organizations to focus on their core business strategies and growth

ADNOC’s 24.9 percent shareholding in OMV to be acquired by XRG

This transfer aligns with ADNOC's strategy to consolidate international investments under XRG's management 

Dubai 24-carat gold price today rises to AED405 with U.S. tariff threats looming

U.S. consumer prices rose significantly, suggesting tariffs are impacting inflation and market sentiment 

Sharjah Islamic Bank’s net profit rises 25 percent to $189.82 million in H1 2025

Income from investments in Islamic financing and sukuk grew by 6.4 percent to AED1.9 billion in the first half of 2025

Dnata deploys autonomous vehicles at Dubai World Central to revolutionize ground handling

Dnata has rolled out six EZTow autonomous electric tractors, developed by TractEasy, to manage baggage transport between aircraft and terminals

Dubai real estate reports $40.2 billion from 49,606 sales in Q2 2025, up 22 percent

Demand for off-plan developments and high-quality homes fuels the surge in property sales

UAE ranks first globally in health outreach programs, community participation for wellbeing promotion

The Index benchmarks 40 countries, assessing health literacy, outreach, inclusion, and equity performance

Abu Dhabi Chamber launches field engagement initiative to support small businesses in Al Ain

By engaging directly with business owners, Abu Dhabi Chamber is transforming challenges into concrete opportunities for growth, expansion, and long-term impact

Dubai Centre for Family Businesses, Emirates NBD partner to boost family business support and growth in Dubai

Tailored advisory services will help family businesses safeguard wealth and ensure smooth generational transitions

Etihad Airways expands network with seven new destinations

New services will begin in March 2026, with Medina set to start operating in November 2025

5 facts about the Faya Palaeolandscape: UAE’s newest UNESCO World Heritage site

Faya’s inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites to 1,226 across 168 countries