United Arab Emirates

MBRSC’s Etihad-SAT launching in first week of March 2025 aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9

Etihad-SAT development began two years ago through a knowledge transfer program with Satrec Initiative

Ramadan 2025: UAE launches ‘Ramadan with the Family’ initiative for remote learning on Fridays

Teaching staff will continue their regular attendance at schools on Fridays during Ramadan

UAE calls for moon-sighting to mark Ramadan 2025 beginning

In the UAE, the country’s International Astronomy Center said Ramadan is likely to begin on March 1

Investopia 2025 highlights global investment trends, possible opportunities for regional and international economic growth

12 discussion sessions and 11 roundtable meetings were held on Day 1 with wide international participation

Investopia 2025 hosts inaugural Business and Investors Conference for Arab Countries, Central Asia and Azerbaijan

The two sides will hold the second conference session in Central Asia and Azerbaijan in 2027

Future100 companies of 2024 announced at Investopia 2025

The initiative boosted applications by 11 percent in 2024, especially in fintech, sustainability, and creative sectors

UAE’s February Islamic treasury sukuk auction attracts bids worth $1.93 billion

The success is reflected in the attractive market-driven prices, with a yield to maturity of 4.18 percent for the tranche maturing in August 2028

UAE recognized as key player in global trade and investment

The nation is projected as one of Ernst & Young's fastest-growing markets in five to ten years 

Dubai Land Department registers 127 new owners’ committees in the emirate

Owners’ committees play a crucial role in enhancing transparency and ensuring real estate sustainability

RTA, e& roll out free Wi-Fi service at 29 bus and marine transport stations in Dubai

The initiative reflects RTA’s commitment to improving commuting and supporting Dubai's smart city vision

Dubai prioritizes productivity, well-being with flexible working hours and remote work policy for Ramadan 2025

Employees can work remotely up to two days weekly, based on duties and supervisor coordination

Abu Dhabi’s e& posts $2.9 billion in net profit in 2024, up 4.3 percent YoY

Consolidated revenues reached $16.1 billion, driven by expansion across all business verticals

Investopia 2025 kicks off to spotlight global trends shaping the new economy

Event will host more than 51 panels and discussions, alongside a series of global business forums and roundtables

Abu Dhabi’s EMSTEEL announces $170.2 million asset enhancement program to boost production capabilities

The initiative aims to expand company's portfolio and drive strategic growth

UAE, UK seek stronger investment and trade ties as free trade deal talks with GCC progress

The two sides discussed closer cooperation to enhance investment flows, promote sustainable financial frameworks and strengthen financial markets

The future of mobility: Innovations reshaping transport in UAE

UAE plans 10 percent electric vehicle adoption and aims for 25 percent autonomous public transport operations in Dubai by 2030

UAE’s MBRSC, Italian Space Agency partner on lunar exploration and Emirates Lunar Mission

Earlier this month, the center signed a cooperation agreement with Italian-French Thales Alenia Space

Sharjah reduces official working hours for Ramadan 2025

Sharjah government departments, authorities and institutions this year will work from 09:00 am until 2:30 pm

ADX daily trading volumes climb 27.5 percent with 30 percent boost in investor count since start of 2025

ADX launched the "New ADX Group" to enhance market infrastructure and trading efficiency with two entities

UAE cybersecurity: Over 223,800 assets exposed as AI-powered threats surge

The UAE experienced a drastic decrease in distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks from 58,538 to just 2,301 by H1 2024

Emirates NBD to acquire remaining 0.11 percent stake in Emirates Islamic Bank for $19 million

Following the deal, Emirates NBD will commence the process of canceling the listing of Emirates Islamic Bank shares from the DFM

Dubai Taxi Company, Dubai Airports sign five-year strategic partnership to meet demand of growing influx of tourists

Trips from Dubai Airports may exceed 8 million by 2029, generating AED2.5 billion revenue

ADQ, Eni partner to strengthen supply chain security of critical minerals in support of energy transition

The collaboration focuses on investments in Africa, North America, and Central Asia across the critical minerals value chain