United Arab Emirates

ADBW 2024: ADDED, Ma’an sign MoU to empower social enterprises in Abu Dhabi

Ma’an will connect social enterprises with a network of social investors and innovators for collaboration and growth

UAE enhances polar research capabilities with accession to Antarctic Treaty System

The Antarctic Treaty System aligns with the UAE’s vision for collective action against climate change

Dubai’s new 1km bridge to reduce travel time from 15 to 3 minutes, cut traffic congestion by 80 percent 

The project will double Hessa Street’s capacity from 8,000 to 16,000 vehicles per hour in both directions.

Dubai’s DESC, World Bank partner to host first Global Government Cloud Forum

Forum aims to reshape the future of cloud computing and harness its vast potential to advance the digital economy

Abu Dhabi’s Miral launches bold sustainability strategy to advance responsible leisure, entertainment and tourism

Strategy underscores Miral's commitment to positioning its destinations and attractions as regional references for sustainable practices

Emirati women: Key achievements and milestones in 2024

The UAE ranked 7th globally and remained the top nation in the region in the UN Gender Equality Index 2024

Unstable weather in the UAE: What to expect this week

Partly cloudy to overcast skies with possible rain in coastal areas, islands, and the Northern and Eastern regions

DEWA’s Space-D Program: Global leader in enhancing operations with nanosatellite technology

The nanosatellite strengthens the digitalization of power and water networks and enhances planning, operations and preventative maintenance

Abu Dhabi saves 364 million single-use plastic bags since 2022 ban

In the last nine months, consumption of single-use plastic bags has decreased by 121.5 million

UAE Lottery, Takalam launch initiative to support individuals with unhealthy gaming behaviors

Takalam’s confidential, user-friendly platform will address mental health needs and help individuals manage behavioral challenges

Investopia Tokyo explores investment and financing opportunities in Japanese markets in fintech, new economy

Bin Touq: ‘Investopia Tokyo’ creates promising economic and investment opportunities for the UAE and Japanese business communities

ADFW 2024: ADGM Academy hosts inaugural Future of Talent Summit signs strategic MoUs

ADGM Academy hosted the Future of Talent Summit, a key event at ADFW, which explores the transformation of human capital in financial technology

UAE gold prices edge down, global rates recover from one-month low

Expectations of fewer cuts in 2025 pushed gold prices to their lowest since November 18 last week

Sheikh Hamdan names 11 influential Arab figures to lead Young Arab Leaders initiative

Initiative aims to attract 50,000 participants and develop and implement several future projects

UAE takes the lead in worldwide humanitarian efforts in 2024

Initiatives aim to promote peace, prosperity, and stability in the Middle East and beyond

Dubai’s RTA reduces fare for Bus on Demand service in Business Bay to AED2

RTA plans to expand the service to cover 10 areas by the end of the first half of 2025

450,000 businesses registered for corporate tax: UAE’s FTA

FTA director general stressed partner collaboration's importance for the authority's goals and the national economy

Sheikh Mohammed issues law establishing the Al Maktoum Archives

Al Maktoum Archives will ensures the preservation, protection and accessibility of Dubai’s history

ADGM FSRA signs MoU with UAE Ministry of Interior to combat financial crimes

Agreement aims to facilitate the exchange of information and strengthen risk mitigation frameworks

UAE has shown remarkable progress in advancing women’s rights, says UN official

The United Nations ranked the UAE 7th globally and 1st regionally in the Gender Equality Index for 2024

Key trends shaping Dubai’s real estate market in 2024

Homebuyers and renters are increasingly placing a premium on amenities that enhance their lifestyle

ADFW 2024 draws over 20,000 participants, over 44 MoUs signed

Global financial firms, which collectively manage more than $42.5 trillion in assets, attended the event