United Arab Emirates

Dubai International Airport (DXB) welcomes 23.4 million guests in Q1 2025, up 1.5 percent

India retained its position as DXB’s top destination country, with 3 million guests

Sheikh Hamdan: Arabian Travel Market 2025 highlights UAE’s role in bridging global markets 

H.H. emphasized the importance of exhibitions as a vital engine for economic growth 

UAE President welcomes Dubai Crown Prince, First Deputy Ruler to discuss national matters and community needs

Key figures present at the meeting included ministers, advisors, and representatives

Dubai gold prices drop AED0.75, global rates steady ahead of key U.S. economic data

U.S. consumer confidence dipped to its lowest point in nearly five years amid tariff concerns 

UAE to waive late registration penalties under Corporate Tax Law

FTA confirmed that necessary procedures will be implemented to refund administrative fines collected from those who meet the specified criteria

Empower plays vital role in advancing Dubai hospitality sector’s sustainability, experts say

By the end of 2024, Empower had provided energy-efficient cooling services to 22 percent of Dubai’s 832 hotels

Gate Dubai secures full operational license from VARA, expands Middle East footprint

Gate Dubai is accelerating the expansion of its local team and preparing for its official launch

Sheikh Khaled meets with OpenAI’s Sarah Friar to explore latest AI solutions

Sheikh Khaled emphasised the significance of harnessing AI to drive innovation and shape the future

Upcoming mega projects in Dubai 2025

Projects will boost tourism and real estate, improving lifestyles for residents and visitors alike

flynas reveals latest-generation aircraft seats for A320neo at ATM 2025

The new Z200 seats aim to provide benefits for both passengers and airlines in the fleet 

UAE tops GCC in women’s board representation in 2025: Report

Women’s board representation in the GCC increased to 6.8 percent, up from 5.2 percent in 2024

ADNOC Distribution plans expansion to 1,000 stations by 2028 amid robust financial performance

Company aims to increase the number of EV charging points across the UAE to 500 high-power chargers by 2028

Dubai real estate: DLD, Awqaf Dubai unveil property classification drive to boost market standards

Collaboration will evaluate and classify Awqaf properties according to DLD standards

United Foods achieves record AED 601.7 million revenue for 2024, proposes 100 percent dividend

The company owns and operates the oldest refinery in the region, located in Jebel Ali Industrial area

UAE MoHRE, ADIB launch instant digital wallet for corporate payments

Corporate customers can now make instant payments for MoHRE services through the new wallet 

Sheikh Mohammed establishes new board for Dubai Ports and Borders Security Council

The board will be chaired by Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed, ensuring effective security governance

Dubai Land Department (DLD) hosts ‘Dubai Real Estate Connect’ event to boost investments from India

Initiative aligns with Dubai’s Real Estate Promotion Strategy to enhance international investment ties 

Abu Dhabi’s HELM cluster to create 30,000 jobs, fuel $25.6 billion economic growth by 2045

The cluster seeks to generate $11.4 billion in investments by that timeframe

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) reports 23 percent rise in net profit to $1.4 billion in Q1 2025

Bank's total assets grew 6 percent, crossing the AED 1.3 trillion milestone for the first time

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) posts 35 percent growth with gross written premiums of $3.5 billion in 2024

Surge highlights the center's pivotal role in the insurance sector amid global challenges

Abu Dhabi to launch city-wide face recognition system in hotels

The first phase of the full rollout will commence across five-star hotels in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra