United Arab Emirates

Summer real estate boom in Dubai to drive record sales, rentals: Report

Summer 2024 saw 64,596 property sales, a 38.1 percent increase from winter and 18.1 percent from spring

UAE launches Summer Hospitality Camp 2025 to train youth for tourism careers

The initiative is a key pillar in the UAE’s broader strategy to build a skilled, future-ready workforce aligned with the UAE Tourism Strategy 2031

Dubai’s office market sets new records with $762.4 million sales in Q1 2025

Off-plan transaction values rose a staggering 741 percent to reach a new high of AED800 million in Q1

GCC dominates Dubai Chamber exports in Q1 2025 with AED 40.5 billion in trade

Markets across the Middle East (non-GCC) came in second, with exports and re-exports totaling AED 25 billion

Dubai to launch world’s first water-backed digital asset token with AQUA-INDEX

Announcement forms part of DMCC’s ongoing efforts to establish the DMCC Water Center

Emirati SMEs secure AED1.29 billion in Dubai government contracts through supplier program

The Dubai Government continues to empower entrepreneurs by creating a supportive environment and implementing legislative frameworks to leverage growth

Abu Dhabi’s EMSTEEL achieves ESG Leader status with ‘AA’ provisional rating from MSCI

“AA” rating set as one of the highest achievements among steel players globally

UAE President, Dubai Ruler meet to discuss continued economic growth, national progress

The Highnesses highlighted positive indicators of the UAE economy supporting the country’s prosperity

Dubai 24-carat gold price today remains above AED406 as Fed meeting looms, Middle East tensions rise

The Fed is projected to maintain rates, but focus will be on Chair Powell's future cuts outlook

Advancing sports sector is central to UAE’s broader development vision, says UAE President

Meeting marked Al Serkal's recent triumph at the Arab Chess Championship, where she became the first Emirati woman to secure the Grandmaster title

Dubai’s RTA streamlines vehicle licensing services, reduces transactions from 54 to 14   

Electronic signature functionality has been introduced through the UAE Pass digital identity

UAE announces Hijri New Year 2025 holiday for private sector

The day will be an official paid holiday for all employees working in private sector companies and institutions

Abu Dhabi startup ecosystem ranks 3rd in MENA for performance, generates $4.4 billion in value

Abu Dhabi posted an impressive leap into the top emerging global startup ecosystems, ranking in the #51-60 tier

Zero Government Bureaucracy Program: Sheikh Mohammed launches second phase to enhance efficiency in Dubai

The initiative focuses on establishing government services that are simpler, quicker, and significantly more impactful 

UAE offers relief to small firms with new GPSSA pension compliance initiative

The targeted waiver is part of GPSSA’s broader efforts to support the UAE’s economic diversification and empower small businesses

DoH – Abu Dhabi launches strategic U.S. tour to expand healthcare collaboration

The delegation will visit key innovation hubs in Boston, Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia, coinciding with Abu Dhabi’s participation in the BIO International Convention 2025

Dubai’s BEYOND Developments joins the Grid at the Formula 1 British Grand Prix at Silverstone

BEYOND aligns with the 2025 Formula 1 British Grand Prix, celebrating performance, precision, and passion

UAE strengthens position as global leader in Islamic finance and halal industry

The UAE aims to increase halal exports to AED 315 billion by 2031 under the new national plan

UAE: Hijri New Year holiday announced for public sector

According to legislation passed by the UAE Cabinet, both the public and private sectors observe Hijri New Year on Muharram 1

ADGM appoints Rashed Al Blooshi as CEO of the Registration Authority

Al Blooshi will oversee registration, licensing, and supervision of non-financial businesses within ADGM

Dubai real estate: Property prices surge 24.7 percent in May 2025

Apartment prices across Dubai's real estate sector rose by 1.1 percent monthly and 20 percent annually

Bitcoin.com establishes first MENA office at Dubai’s DMCC Crypto Center

DMCC hosts over 25,000 businesses, including more than 3,200 tech-focused companies

ADNOC’s XRG proposes $18.7 billion acquisition of Australia’s Santos

Deal gives Santos an enterprise value of A$36.4 billion, which would make it the largest all-cash corporate buyout in Australian history