Dubai Brand Value Surpasses $272 Billion, Ranking 5th Among World’s Strongest Place Brands
Dubai has strengthened its position as one of the world’s most influential city brands, with its total place brand value…
UAE Emiratisation Deadline 2026: Private Sector Companies Must Meet H1 Targets by June 30
The UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has reminded private sector companies to meet their Emiratisation targets for the…
Abu Dhabi Economic Licences Rise 21% in Q1 2026 as Business Activity Accelerates
Abu Dhabi’s business landscape continued to gain momentum in the first quarter of 2026, with new economic licences increasing by…
GCC Retail Moves Beyond Physical Stores in a New Era of AI and Experience-Led Growth
The GCC retail sector is undergoing one of its most significant transformations in years. Across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar,…
Sharjah Drone Law Regulates Drone Sector Across the Emirate
Sharjah has taken a major step toward strengthening aviation safety and supporting advanced technology. It did so by introducing a…
AD Ports Launches UAE-Iraq Shipping Service to Strengthen Regional Trade
AD Ports launches UAE-Iraq shipping service to boost regional trade AD Ports Group has launched a new UAE-Iraq shipping service…
Al Ain to Become Global Hub for Advanced Air Mobility Under New UAE Agreement
Abu Dhabi is taking a major step toward shaping the future of aviation and smart transport. Al Ain Region is…
Sharjah-China Investment Push Targets AI, Energy and Advanced Manufacturing
Sharjah is strengthening its economic relationship with China. The emirate explores new investment opportunities in artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, advanced…
Dubai Design Academy to host Creative Future Intelligence Masterclass with Paola De Luca
The Dubai Design Academy will hold an introductory session for the Creative Future Intelligence masterclass, providing jewellery professionals, designers and…
Sharjah Approves 3,000 Government Jobs for Citizens Under 2026 Employment Plan
Sharjah has approved a major employment plan for 2026. The plan will create thousands of government job opportunities for Emirati…
GCC GDP Forecast to Rebound 8.1% in 2027 as Energy Trade Routes Normalize
The Gulf Cooperation Council economy is expected to stage a strong recovery in 2027. The GCC GDP forecast 2027 projects…
UAE Ranks Among World’s Top 5 Most Competitive Nations in 2026
The United Arab Emirates has reinforced its position as one of the world’s strongest economies. It ranked among the top…
UAE Business Confidence Strengthens as Peace Talks Bring Hope for Investors
UAE business confidence remains strong as entrepreneurs, investors and long-term residents express optimism. They believe the Emirates will continue to…
UAE and Egypt Presidents Discuss Expanding Bilateral Relations at G7 Summit
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Egyptian President His Excellency Abdel Fattah El-Sisi discussed ways…
Abu Dhabi Startup Ecosystem Rises in Global Rankings as Innovation Sector Gains Momentum
Abu Dhabi’s startup ecosystem has taken another major step forward. This reinforces the emirate’s position as one of the fastest-growing…
UAE Central Bank Maintains Interest Rate at 3.65% Following Fed Decision
The Central Bank of the UAE has kept its key interest rate unchanged at 3.65%, maintaining monetary policy stability after…
Khalifa Fund and ADGM Academy Launch Ruwad Al Ain Bootcamp to Boost Emirati Entrepreneurship
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, in collaboration with ADGM Academy, has launched a new edition of the Ruwad Al Ain…
UAE Tax Revenues 2025 Rise 15% to Exceed AED46 Billion
The UAE’s tax revenues continued to strengthen in 2025. Distributed revenues from Value Added Tax and Excise Tax exceeded AED46…
UAE President and Trump Discuss Strategic Cooperation on Sidelines of G7 Summit
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with U.S. President Donald Trump on the sidelines of…
DMCC Announces Plans to Build Unified Knowledge Platform for the Future of Trade
Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) has announced plans to develop a unified knowledge platform aimed at strengthening its role in…