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Japan’s Hanwa and JOGMEC to Take 15% of Abu Dhabi Battery Anode Plant for USD 30 Million

Hanwa and JOGMEC signed a binding deal to invest USD 30 million for 15% of the NextSource battery anode plant in the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi.

Published September 28, 2026

Ras Al Khaimah to Launch Air Taxis in Q3 2027: Binding Deal Signed for Four Vertiports

RAKTA and Skyports signed a binding deal for a four-vertiport air taxi network in Ras Al Khaimah: commercial flights are targeted for Q3 2027.

Published September 28, 2026

UAE Cuts Domestic Heliport Approval From Up to 135 Days to Two Working Days

The GCAA has replaced certification of domestic heliports with a simplified registration: approval now takes two working days instead of up to 135 days.

Published September 28, 2026

JD.com to Build a 150,000 sq m Logistics Hub at KEZAD in Abu Dhabi: Delivery in 2028, About 1,000 Jobs

Jingdong Property, the infrastructure arm of JD.com, will build a 150,000 sq m logistics complex at KEZAD Al Ma’mourah, due in 2028 with about 1,000 direct jobs.

Published September 28, 2026

Sanad Is Building the World’s Second-Largest GTF Engine Centre in Al Ain: More Than 1,000 Technicians Needed

Sanad is building a GTF engine centre of more than 64,000 sq m in Al Ain. Engine inductions start in 2028, and at full capacity it will need 1,000+ technicians.

Published September 28, 2026

DEWA Completes USD 2.7 Billion Refinancing of Noor Energy 1, the Largest Single-Site CSP Plant in the World

DEWA completed a USD 2.70 billion refinancing of Noor Energy 1, the 950 MW solar plant with 15 hours of storage, ahead of target and at a lower financing cost.

Published September 27, 2026

Dubai Approves Longevity Authority Strategy: More Than AED 35 Billion Over 10 Years and 31% Annual Growth

Sheikh Hamdan approved the Dubai Longevity Authority strategy and budget: over AED 35 billion for the economy in ten years, 31% annual growth, licensing and MVP pilots.

Published September 27, 2026

Dubai Opens Dubai Mobility Labs in Silicon Oasis With 248 Test Scenarios for Autonomous Vehicles

RTA and DIEZ opened Dubai Mobility Labs in Dubai Silicon Oasis: 248 test scenarios for autonomous vehicles, public-road trials to Al Qudra and DEKRA as operator.

Published September 27, 2026

Dubai Records 335 Home Sales of USD 10 Million or More in January to August 2026, Worth Over AED 20 Billion

Dubai recorded 335 home sales of USD 10 million or more in January to August 2026, worth over AED 20 billion, led by Hadaeq Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid and Palm Jumeirah.

Published September 27, 2026

Dubai Population Up 1.1 Million in Four Years to 4.58 Million: 80% of Residents Are Aged 20 to 59

DHA data: Dubai had 4,580,300 residents at the end of 2025, 1.1 million more than in 2021, and 80.34% of them were aged 20 to 59.

Published September 26, 2026

Main Construction Starts on Aldar DIFC Tower: 37 Floors and Over 60,000 sq m of Grade A Offices Due in Q2 2028

Main construction has started on the Aldar tower in DIFC: 37 floors, more than 60,000 sq m of Grade A offices and completion scheduled for Q2 2028.

Published September 26, 2026

Palace Group Builds 12 Beachfront Mansions on Jumeirah Bay Island and La Mer, Priced at USD 50 Million to USD 135 Million Each, Completion Due by 2027

Palace Group is building 12 one-of-one beachfront mansions on Jumeirah Bay Island and La Mer in Dubai, valued at USD 50 million to USD 135 million each, due by 2027.

Published September 26, 2026

flydubai Is the First Airline in the World to Launch Scheduled International Flights to Pokhara: Daily Dubai Service From 23 September 2026, 35 Weekly Flights to Nepal, Return Fares From AED 1,950

flydubai launched daily Dubai to Pokhara flights on 23 September 2026, the first scheduled international service to the airport and the first air link between the UAE and w…

Published September 25, 2026

82% of UAE Retail Investors Expect Local Stocks to Rise

eToro polled 1,000 UAE based retail investors: 82% expect the local market to rise over 12 months, up from 76% in March and the highest reading since November 2024.

Published September 25, 2026

Chinese Holdings of UAE Debt Reach USD 7.8 Billion

IMF data show Chinese holdings of Gulf debt near USD 14 billion at mid-2025, with USD 7.8 billion in the UAE, up from USD 9.6 billion a year earlier.

Published September 25, 2026

UAE and Argentina Launch CEPA Trade Negotiations

The UAE and Argentina launched CEPA negotiations in New York on 24 September 2026, with non-oil trade at USD 767.5 million in 2025 and Argentina LNG as the flagship.

Published September 25, 2026

MBRIF and Dubai Future District Fund Open a Route from Startups to Fund Managers

MBRIF, an initiative of the UAE Ministry of Finance, and the AED 1 billion Dubai Future District Fund signed a two way referral agreement for startups.

Published September 24, 2026

Dubai Customs Extends Customs Duty Suspension to 180 Days

Dubai Customs has added 60 days to the customs duty suspension period, taking the total to 180 days for eligible arrangements expiring up to 31 October 2026.

Published September 24, 2026

Meraas Awards Almost AED 1 Billion Contract for 272 Villas and Townhouses at Nad Al Sheba Gardens

Meraas has awarded GCC Contracting a contract of almost AED 1 billion to build 130 villas and 142 townhouses in Phase 7 of Nad Al Sheba Gardens, due by June 2028.

Published September 24, 2026

Abu Dhabi Extends Tajer Licence: Another Year Without an Office

ADDED gives Tajer Abu Dhabi holders whose no premises period ends in 2026 one more year without a lease, extends Rowad industrial licences and waives fines for 7,823 firms.

Published September 24, 2026

Abu Dhabi Exchange Enters World Top 20 with AED 2.9 Trillion Market Value

ADX says Abu Dhabi is now among the world top 20 markets at around AED 2.9 trillion, after a half year with AED 171 billion in turnover and 48 per cent of it international.

Published September 24, 2026

State Street to Open Al Ain Operating Centre with 300 Jobs by End of 2027

State Street will open its operating centre in Al Ain by the end of 2027 and hire 300 people over three years, while upgrading its ADGM licence to widen local services.

Published September 23, 2026

DMCC Establishes Foundations Regulations for Private Wealth and Succession

DMCC established its Foundations Regulations on 23 September 2026: a legal entity separate from founder, council, guardian and beneficiaries, with initial assets from USD 100.

Published September 23, 2026

DSKZ and Sarveshwar Foods Commit USD 50 Million to Abu Dhabi Food Manufacturing JV

DSKZ International Investment and Sarveshwar Foods signed a joint venture on 23 September 2026 to build an Abu Dhabi food manufacturing platform, starting with USD 50 million.

Published September 23, 2026

Sold Out Ai Everything Abu Dhabi Draws 200 Investors With USD 91 Billion

Ai Everything Abu Dhabi sold out before its 6-7 October debut at ADNEC: 400 companies, 200 investors with USD 91 billion, 180 speakers and delegates from 60 countries.

Published September 23, 2026

UAE Central Bank and Banks Federation Build a Unified Platform for Customer Documents

The Central Bank of the UAE and the Banks Federation are building a unified platform that refreshes Emirates ID and passport data at every bank a customer uses, by end 2026.

Published September 23, 2026

EQT Opens First Middle East Office in ADGM With USD 389 Billion in Assets

EQT, with USD 389 billion in assets under management, has opened its first Middle East office in ADGM and launched a GCC platform led by Jimmy Mahtani and Smiyet Belrhiti.

Published September 23, 2026

UAE Sets 5.06 Per Cent Profit Rate on Second Retail T-Sukuk

The UAE Ministry of Finance set a 5.06 per cent annual profit rate on the second retail T-Sukuk. Subscriptions run 23 to 28 September, from AED 1,000 over five years.

Published September 22, 2026

UBS Global Real Estate Bubble Index 2026: Dubai Is the Most Affordable Major City to Buy a Home

UBS ranks Dubai first on housing affordability among 23 major cities: about five years of average income buy a 60 square metre apartment, against 15 years in Hong Kong.

Published September 22, 2026

PhonePe Secures CBUAE In-Principle Approval for Two UAE Payment Licences

The Central Bank of the UAE has granted PhonePe in-principle approval for Retail Payment Services and Stored Value Facilities licences, the first market outside India for t…

Published September 22, 2026

Etihad Rail Opens Dubai to Abu Dhabi Ticket Sales: Comfort From AED 39, Launch on 30 September

Etihad Rail has put Dubai to Abu Dhabi tickets on sale: Comfort from AED 39, Premium from AED 109, about an hour in transit, with services starting on 30 September 2026.

Published September 22, 2026

Ras Al Khaimah Apartment Prices Up 18 Per Cent in H1 2026 as Record AED 130 Million Sale Lands

CBRE reports Ras Al Khaimah apartment prices up about 18 per cent to AED 2,298 per square foot in the first half of 2026, alongside a record AED 130 million Sky Palace sale.

Published September 22, 2026

Carmignac Opens First Middle East Office in DIFC as Wealth Managers Reach 592

Carmignac has opened its first Middle East office in Dubai International Financial Centre, where wealth and asset management firms reached 592 in the first half of 2026, up…

Published September 22, 2026

Abu Dhabi Hosts the Largest UN Crime Congress with 97 Countries

The 15th UN Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice runs at ADNEC from 26 September to 1 October 2026, with 97 countries and 33 ministers taking part.

Published September 21, 2026

Eagle Hills Signs USD 12 Billion Maldives Waterfront and Marina Deal

Abu Dhabi developer Eagle Hills signed a USD 12 billion agreement with the Maldives for an integrated waterfront and marina district at Ras Male.

Published September 21, 2026

Dubai Registers 2,046 Residential Rental Contracts Worth AED 1 Million or More

Dubai registered 2,046 residential rental contracts worth AED 1 million or more in the first eight months of 2026, with a combined value of AED 6.79 billion.

Published September 21, 2026

IHC Confirms Fount Trust as Ultimate Parent of the AED 840 Billion Group

International Holding Company confirmed Fount Trust as its ultimate parent above Royal Group Holding LLC. Beneficial ownership, operations and strategy stay unchanged.

Published September 21, 2026

US Hotel Brands to Operate 6,365 of 12,811 Hotel Keys in Ras Al Khaimah

US companies and brands are set to operate 6,365 of the 12,811 hotel keys in Ras Al Khaimah, the largest single market share, as a delegation tours five US cities to 10 Oct…

Published September 21, 2026

UAE Emerges as a Global Hub for Family Wealth and Succession Planning

Families are moving holding structures to the UAE. The FTA June 2026 family foundations guide fixed the rules on multi-tier chains, SPVs and family offices.

Published September 20, 2026

Etihad Rail and AD Ports Launch Direct Fujairah to ICAD Rail Freight Service

Etihad Rail Freight and AD Ports Group launched a direct rail service from Fujairah Terminals to ICAD, which now holds its own UN LOCODE, AECAD, and clears cargo on site.

Published September 20, 2026

Dubai Completes the Oud Metha Road and Al Asayel Street Project

The RTA has completed the Oud Metha Road and Al Asayel Street project: 14 km of roads, four bridges, two tunnels and four rebuilt junctions in Dubai.

Published September 20, 2026

UAE Tourism Contributed AED 251.3 Billion to the Economy in 2025

Travel and tourism added AED 251.3 billion to the UAE economy in 2025, up 3 percent on 2024, with international visitor spending of about AED 209 billion.

Published September 20, 2026

RAK Central to Open in September 2027 with First Grade A LEED Offices

Marjan confirmed on 20 September 2026 that RAK Central opens in September 2027, with topping out of its office blocks in November 2026 and the first Grade A LEED offices in…

Published September 20, 2026

ARIDGE and Ras Al Khaimah to Build the First Personal Flying Car Sandbox

ARIDGE and Ras Al Khaimah signed an agreement on 19 September 2026 to set up the first regulatory sandbox for personal low altitude flight, led by RAKTA under GCAA oversight.

Published September 20, 2026

MICHELIN Guide Keys 2026: 82 UAE Hotels Listed, 25 Win Keys

The MICHELIN Guide 2026 hotel selection lists 82 UAE hotels across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah. 25 hold a Key and Atlantis The Royal is the only Three Key hotel.

Published September 19, 2026

Middle East Tourism Spending to Rise 57% to USD 408 Billion by 2030

The ATM Travel Trends Report 2026 forecasts Middle East visitor spending of USD 408 billion by 2030, up 57 percent, on 316 million international arrivals.

Published September 19, 2026

Cosmo Developments Launches The Wadi on Yas Island: AED 6 Billion, 3,950 Homes, Cars Underground

Cosmo Developments launched The Wadi on Yas Island: AED 6 billion, 3,950 homes from AED 850,000, all cars and parking underground, 55 to 60 months of construction in two ph…

Published September 19, 2026

UAE Retail Sales to Reach USD 129.5 Billion by 2030, the Fastest Growth in the GCC

Alpen Capital expects UAE retail sales to grow 3.6% a year to USD 129.5 billion by 2030, the fastest in the GCC, where sales will reach USD 386.9 billion.

Published September 18, 2026

Aldar Launches Yas Riva Reserve: 292 Waterfront Villas on Yas Island From AED 8.5 Million

Aldar launched Yas Riva Reserve on Yas Island: 292 waterfront villas from AED 8.5 million, 45 of them on the water, with sales opening on 26 September 2026.

Published September 18, 2026

UAE Commercial Property H1 2026: Al Marjan Island Retail Prices Up 348%

Property Finder data for H1 2026: retail sale prices on Al Marjan Island rose 348% to AED 19.7 million, RAK Central 254% and Deira retail rents 61.5%.

Published September 18, 2026

Aldar Launches Saadiyat Grove: 100+ Global Brands and 25,000 sq m of Grade A Offices, Opening in Q4 2026

Aldar has launched Saadiyat Grove in Abu Dhabi: more than 100 global brands, a 16 kitchen Time Out Market and 25,000 sq m of Grade A offices, opening in Q4 2026.

Published September 18, 2026

Korea and Abu Dhabi Build a Payments Bridge: Hanwha Signs With ADGM and ADIO

Hanwha Life signed with ADIO, and Hanwha Investment and Securities with ADGM and Hana Financial Group, to build Korea Abu Dhabi payments infrastructure.

Published September 18, 2026

Aldar Launches Talay at Marsa Al Saadiyat: 351 Standalone Villas on Sale From 23 September

Aldar launched Talay on 17 September 2026: 351 standalone villas, the first homes at the AED 100 billion Marsa Al Saadiyat in Abu Dhabi, on sale from 23 September.

Published September 18, 2026

DMCC Chinese Companies Grow 9.4% to Over 1,000 as UAE-China Trade Hits USD 111.5 Billion

DMCC now hosts more than 1,000 Chinese companies after 9.4% growth in 12 months, with over 60% in energy, engineering, machinery and technology.

Published September 17, 2026

Nakheel Awards AED 800 Million Contract for 537 Sold Out Bay Grove Homes on Dubai Islands

Nakheel has awarded Metac General Contracting a main construction contract of more than AED 800 million for 537 sold out homes at Bay Grove Residences.

Published September 17, 2026

UAE Opens Second Retail T-Sukuk: Five Year Tenor From AED 1,000

The UAE Ministry of Finance has opened a second retail T-Sukuk with a five year tenor and an AED 1,000 minimum. The profit rate arrives on 22 September.

Published September 17, 2026

Hilton to More Than Double Middle East Portfolio to Over 230 Hotels

Hilton will more than double its Middle East portfolio to over 230 hotels, with about 32,000 jobs in the pipeline. The UAE has 36 trading hotels and 13 more.

Published September 17, 2026

UAE Launches Visit UAE Brand and Grand Tour Across Seven Emirates

The UAE launched Visit UAE, its first unified national tourism brand for all seven emirates, with the UAE Grand Tour platform selling routes of up to 14 days.

Published September 17, 2026

Emaar Approves AED 4.4 Billion Special Dividend of AED 0.5 per Share

Emaar Properties board approved a one-time special dividend of AED 4.4 billion, AED 0.5 per share, disclosed to the Dubai Financial Market on 16 September 2026.

Published September 16, 2026

Dubai Approves 80 km Fourth Corridor to Abu Dhabi and Sharjah with 72 Bridges and 17 Tunnels

Dubai approved an 80 km Fourth Corridor from Al Faya Road in Abu Dhabi to Al Shanouf Road in Sharjah: 12 lanes, 72 bridges, 17 tunnels, AED 3.5 billion first phase.

Published September 16, 2026

First UAE Oman Railway to Begin Trial Operations in the Final Quarter of 2027

Hafeet Rail will begin trials on the 238 km line linking Sohar to the UAE network in late 2027. The project is past 40% complete and track laying has started.

Published September 16, 2026

GFCI 40: Dubai Takes First Place Worldwide for FinTech, Abu Dhabi Rises Eight Places to 13th

In GFCI 40, published on 16 September 2026, Dubai took first place worldwide for FinTech and ninth overall, while Abu Dhabi rose eight places to 13th.

Published September 16, 2026

Middle East Banking Innovation Summit 2026 Opens in Dubai: 400 Banking Leaders and More Than 100 Banks From Eight Countries

The 17th MEBIS opened at Jumeirah Emirates Towers in Dubai on 16 September 2026: more than 400 banking leaders, 60 speakers and 100 banks from eight countries, to 17 Septem…

Published September 16, 2026

GISEC Global 2026 Opens in Dubai: 25,000 Cybersecurity Professionals from 182 Countries at Expo City

The 15th GISEC Global opened at Dubai Exhibition Centre in Expo City on 16 September 2026: 25,000 professionals, 750 brands and 350 speakers from 182 countries, to 18 Septe…

Published September 16, 2026

Etihad Airways and Etihad Rail Sign Deal to Integrate Booking and Link Zayed International Airport With Mohammed Bin Zayed City Station

Etihad Airways and Etihad Rail will develop joint air and rail booking, shuttle links to Mohammed Bin Zayed City Station and station services.

Published September 15, 2026

UAE Companies Paid USD 13.6 Billion in Q2 2026 Dividends: 7.3% Underlying Growth Outpaces Saudi Arabia and the Middle East

UAE companies paid USD 13.6 billion in Q2 2026 dividends, second in the Middle East, as 7.3% underlying growth beat Saudi Arabia and the regional average.

Published September 15, 2026

flydubai Fleet Moves Past 100 Aircraft: 11 New Boeing 737 MAX in 2026 and Lie-Flat Business Class on 21 More Jets

flydubai takes 11 Boeing 737 MAX during 2026 and moves past 100 aircraft, while 21 jets get lie-flat Business Class seats and larger Space Bins from September.

Published September 15, 2026

ADCB and Dubai Holding Real Estate Launch Off-Plan Home Financing in Dubai: From 3.49% Once 50% of the Price Is Paid

ADCB and Dubai Holding Real Estate opened off-plan home financing across Nakheel, Meraas and Dubai Properties: from 3.49% fixed for three years once 50% is paid to the deve…

Published September 15, 2026

Arab Media Summit 2026 Opens in Dubai: 24th Edition Puts Eight Forums, Around 10,000 Participants and More Than 400 Speakers Under One Roof

The 24th Arab Media Summit opened at Dubai World Trade Centre on 15 September 2026: eight forums in one agenda, around 10,000 participants, 400 speakers, 175 sessions, to 1…

Published September 15, 2026

UAE Launches Factory Forward UAE: One Platform for Factories to Adopt AI and Industry 4.0, Built on 700 Factories Supported and 620 Assessed

MoIAT launched Factory Forward UAE on 14 September 2026: one door to assessments, training, technology vendors and financing. More than 700 factories supported, 620 assesse…

Published September 15, 2026

Space42 and Viasat Commit Up to USD 1 Billion to Equatys, a Shared Satellite Network for Ordinary Phones: Services Expected From 2029

Space42 and Viasat signed a binding agreement for Equatys, a shared satellite network for ordinary phones, with up to USD 1 billion in equity and services expected from 2029.

Published September 14, 2026

Miral to Invest More Than AED 12 Billion in Yas Island Over Five Years: New Rides, Park Expansions and More Hotel Rooms

Miral will invest more than AED 12 billion on Yas Island over five years: park expansions, new immersive rides and extra hotel rooms, separate from the Disney project.

Published September 14, 2026

Etihad Rail Opens Its First Dubai Station on 30 September: 57 Minutes to Abu Dhabi and a Direct Metro Link

Dubai Al Yalayis Station opens on 30 September 2026: Abu Dhabi is 57 minutes away and a 400 metre walkway leads to the Metro Red Line. Fares are not published yet.

Published September 14, 2026

Dubai Metro to Grow 80% to 162 km: AED 55 Billion for the Blue and Gold Lines, Gold Line Tender by End of 2026

RTA puts the Blue and Gold Lines at about AED 55 billion: Dubai Metro grows from 90 km to 162 km by 2032, and the Gold Line tender is due by the end of 2026.

Published September 14, 2026

Arabian Travel Market 2026 Opens in Dubai: 55,000 Participants Expected at DWTC From 14 to 17 September After a Record 19.59 Million Visitors in 2025

ATM 2026 runs at Dubai World Trade Centre on 14-17 September with more than 55,000 participants expected, after 19.59 million international visitors to Dubai in 2025.

Published September 14, 2026

Emirates Development Bank Passes AED 30 Billion in Financing Approvals: 1,000 Companies and 50,000 Industrial Jobs Since 2021

EDB approved more than AED 30 billion since 2021: over 1,000 companies in five priority sectors, AED 14 billion added to industrial GDP, 50,000 jobs, AED 70 billion in CAPEX.

Published September 14, 2026

Dubai Business Forum China: Shenzhen Agenda Confirms BYD, Huawei Cloud, Baidu and Tencent Cloud for 14 October 2026

Dubai Chambers takes its business forum to Shenzhen on 14 October 2026. BYD, Huawei Cloud, Baidu, Tencent Cloud, Emirates SkyCargo and DP World China are confirmed.

Published September 13, 2026

UAE VAT Changes From 1 October 2026: Staff Housing Tied to MoHRE Rules, Large Cash Payments Lose Input Tax

Cabinet Decision No. 149 of 2026 applies from 1 October 2026: VAT recovery on staff housing is tied to MoHRE rules, and large cash purchases lose input tax.

Published September 13, 2026

PureHealth Takes Over Unilabs UK Laboratory Network Serving More Than 50 Hospitals and 90 External Clients

PureHealth announced on 11 September 2026 that Circle Health Group takes over selected Unilabs laboratory operations in the UK, serving more than 50 hospitals and over 90 e…

Published September 13, 2026

ADNOC, XRG and Masdar Sign Nine Agreements With German Partners With the Potential to Enable More Than EUR 5 Billion of Investment

ADNOC, XRG and Masdar announced nine agreements with eight German partners in Munich on 11 September 2026, with the potential to enable more than EUR 5 billion of investment.

Published September 13, 2026

Private Capital Summit Dubai Meets at The Lana on 15 September 2026 After 884 MENA Deals Worth USD 106.1 Billion in 2025

Private Capital Summit Dubai meets at The Lana on 15 September 2026. EY counted 884 MENA deals worth USD 106.1 billion in 2025 and USD 46.7 billion in H1 2026.

Published September 13, 2026

Non-Resident Deposits in UAE Banks Rebound 6.8% to AED 311.4 Billion in July 2026, Still Below the May Level

CBUAE July 2026 data: non-resident deposits up 6.8% to AED 311.4 billion, total deposits AED 3,509.8 billion, credit AED 2,798.9 billion. A rebound, not a record.

Published September 13, 2026

ADIO and Bayer Sign a Strategic Agreement in Abu Dhabi: Desert Crop Trials, Advanced Therapies and Two Clusters Targeting AED 94 Billion and AED 90 Billion of GDP by 2045

ADIO and Bayer signed a strategic MoU during the UAE President state visit to Germany: desert crop trials, advanced therapies and the HELM and AGWA clusters behind the head…

Published September 12, 2026

Gulf Tourism Reaches USD 254 Billion: GCC Ministers Approve a Joint Recovery Plan in Manama After 75 Million Arrivals and USD 131 Billion of Visitor Spending in 2025

GCC ministers approved a joint recovery plan for Gulf tourism in Manama: 75 million arrivals in 2025, USD 131 billion of spending and USD 254 billion of GDP.

Published September 12, 2026

UAE Cabinet Resolution No. 143 of 2026 Takes Effect on 12 September: Universities Face Fines of Up to AED 500,000, Exams Designed to Pass Students Count as a Violation, and Repeat Breaches Can Cost Accreditation

Cabinet Resolution No. 143 of 2026 is in force from 12 September: fines up to AED 500,000, admission suspensions and loss of accreditation for UAE universities.

Published September 12, 2026

Dubai International Has Handled 1.5 Billion Passengers Since 1960: DXB Expects About 70 Million in 2026, 100 Million a Year by the End of 2027, and the Move to Al Maktoum Could Start Next Year

DXB has handled 1.5 billion passengers since 1960, expects about 70 million in 2026 and 100 million a year by the end of 2027, with the Al Maktoum move starting next year.

Published September 12, 2026

flydubai Launches Freighter Operations From DWC on 1 October 2026: Three Boeing 737-800 Freighters Wet-Leased From SolitAir, 23,000 kg per Flight

flydubai starts dedicated freighter flights from DWC on 1 October 2026: three Boeing 737-800 freighters wet-leased from SolitAir, 23,000 kg per flight.

Published September 11, 2026

Dubai Healthcare City Breaks Ground on AED 3 Billion Dubai Creek Gardens: More Than 1,400 Residences on Dubai Creek, 70% Open Space and Completion in 2030

Dubai Healthcare City broke ground on Dubai Creek Gardens on 10 September 2026: AED 3 billion, more than 1,400 homes, 70% open space and completion in 2030.

Published September 11, 2026

UAE Announces a EUR 40 Billion Investment Package in Germany: 29 Corporate Agreements Worth EUR 9.356 Billion, About 1 GW of New Data Centres and a Fifth German Route Point for a UAE Carrier

The UAE announced a EUR 40 billion investment package in Germany on 10 September 2026: 29 company agreements worth EUR 9.356 billion and data centres of about 1 GW.

Published September 11, 2026

Nasdaq Dubai Lists the New Development Bank’s USD 1.75 Billion Three-Year Bond: 4.375% Coupon, an Order Book Above USD 3.2 Billion, 65% of Demand From Asia Pacific and USD 3.75 Billion Now Listed by the BRICS Lender

Nasdaq Dubai listed a USD 1.75 billion three-year New Development Bank bond at a 4.375% coupon. The book topped USD 3.2 billion, and NDB now has USD 3.75 billion on the exc…

Published September 10, 2026

Palm Jebel Ali to Get Its First Retail Hub in 2027: Dubai Retail Unveils The Yard With 26 Concepts, Waitrose and American Hospital for About 20,000 Residents

Dubai Retail will open The Yard, the first retail hub on Palm Jebel Ali, in 2027: about 70,000 sq ft, 26 concepts and brands including Waitrose and American Hospital.

Published September 10, 2026

Al Maktoum Airport Second Runway to Open by End of 2027: flydubai Likely First to Move Part of Its Operation From DXB, Starting With Five or Six Aircraft

DWC will open its second runway by the end of 2027, Dubai Airports says, and flydubai will probably move part of its operation from DXB first, starting with five or six air…

Published September 10, 2026

Musk’s The Boring Company Raises USD 3 Billion in a UAE Led Round at a USD 23 Billion Valuation: More Than 150 km of Tunnels Across the Emirates

The Boring Company raised USD 3 billion in a UAE led Series D at a USD 23 billion valuation on 9 September 2026, with more than 150 km of tunnels planned across the Emirates.

Published September 10, 2026

Rakbank and RAK Properties Launch Exclusive Off-Plan Home Financing in Ras Al Khaimah: 12 Projects, About 3,585 Homes, Handovers Running to Q1 2029

RAK Properties and Rakbank launched exclusive off-plan home financing in Ras Al Khaimah on 8 September 2026: 12 named projects, about 3,585 homes, terms not yet published.

Published September 10, 2026

UAE Bank Assets Reach AED 5.67 Trillion in July 2026: Credit to Individuals Up AED 13.9 Billion, More Than Double the June Gain

CBUAE July 2026 data: bank assets AED 5,669.1 billion, credit up AED 41.2 billion, loans to individuals up AED 13.9 billion. What changed and what it means for business.

Published September 10, 2026

Nearly Half of Affluent UAE Residents Now Plan to Retire in the Country: 44% in the Money on the Move 2026 Study, With 78% Expecting at Least Eight More Years

A study of 450 affluent and high net worth UAE residents finds 44% plan to retire in the country. What the numbers say and what the retirement and golden visa rules require.

Published September 10, 2026

Germany and the UAE to Establish a German-Emirati Investment Council: EUR 13.6 Billion in Trade in 2025, UAE Exports Up 58% and More Than EUR 34 Billion Invested in Germany

Sultan Al Jaber proposed a German-Emirati Investment Council during the UAE President visit to Germany: what it is, the numbers behind it and what changes for business.

Published September 10, 2026

UAE Banks Lead the GCC in Q2 2026: Loans Up 4.5% to USD 816.5 Billion, 17.9% Return on Equity, 24.2% Cost-to-Income Ratio and USD 6.8 Billion Net Profit (Kamco Invest, 55 Listed Banks)

UAE listed banks led the GCC on three measures at once in the second quarter of 2026: loans up 4.5% to USD 816.5 billion, return on equity 17.9%, cost to income 24.2%.

Published September 10, 2026

Mubadala Invests About USD 1 Billion in China Luckin Coffee: 241,095,268 Preferred Shares Bought From Centurium Funds, 36,310 Stores and Almost 500 Million Customers

Mubadala is buying 241,095,268 Luckin Coffee preferred shares from two Centurium funds for about USD 1 billion. A secondary purchase: the coffee chain itself receives nothing.

Published September 10, 2026

UAE and France Launch Altair-Next Gen: A USD 1 Billion AI Satellite Constellation of 50 Spacecraft Built by Orbitworks in Abu Dhabi With Loft Orbital, Mistral, BlackSky and MaiaSpace

Marlan Space and Loft Orbital signed Altair-Next Gen in Paris on 9 September 2026: USD 1 billion, 50 AI satellites built in KEZAD, Abu Dhabi, and alerts from orbit in seconds.

Published September 9, 2026

Wizz Air Returns to Dubai and Abu Dhabi From 25 October 2026: 12 Routes and 49 Weekly Flights to the UAE, Jeddah and Amman, 470,000 Winter Seats, Fares From AED 269

Wizz Air brings back Dubai and Abu Dhabi from 25 October 2026: 8 UAE routes, 32 weekly flights and fares from AED 269 within a 12-route, 49-flight, 470,000-seat winter prog…

Published September 9, 2026

Dubai World Trade Centre Lines Up More Than 100 Events for Q4 2026 as the AED 10 Billion Dubai Exhibition Centre Expansion Moves to Phase 2: 160,000 sq m and 60,000 Visitors a Day, 1.2 km and 65,000 a Day by 2031

DWTC lines up more than 100 events for Q4 2026 while the AED 10 billion DEC expansion moves to Phase 2: 160,000 sq m and 60,000 visitors a day, 180,000 sq m and 1.2 km by 2…

Published September 9, 2026

Azizi Enters Sharjah With the AED 30 Billion Azizi Florence: 1,130 Villas, More Than 6,000 Townhouses and 3,500 Apartments Around a 1.7 Million Square Foot Park in Um Fanain, Three-Bedroom Townhouses From AED 1.89 Million

Azizi Florence, first Azizi project in Sharjah: AED 30 billion, 1,130 villas, 6,000+ townhouses and 3,500 apartments around a 1.7 million sq ft park, townhouses from AED 1….

Published September 9, 2026

Dubai Holding Awards Its Largest Contract Ever: AED 5 Billion to CSCEC Middle East for a Circular SOM-Designed Headquarters Opening in 2029 and 754 Jumeirah Residences Emirates Towers Due in 2030

Dubai Holding awards its largest contract: AED 5 billion to CSCEC Middle East for a circular SOM-designed HQ opening in 2029 and 754 Jumeirah Residences Emirates Towers due…

Published September 9, 2026

Record Lease in Dubai’s District One: An Eight-Bedroom Crystal Lagoon Mansion Rented for AED 21 Million Over Three Years, AED 7 Million a Year, and What Tenants and Landlords Need to Know Before Signing a Multi-Year Lease

Record lease in District One: an eight-bedroom Crystal Lagoon mansion rented for AED 21 million over three years, AED 7 million a year. What tenants and landlords in Dubai …

Published September 9, 2026

Selling Sunset’s Oppenheim Group Opens Its Fifth Office in Dubai: 7,000 Square Feet on Bluewaters Facing Ain Dubai, About 20 Agents Under Omar Abaza, and What a Foreign Brokerage Needs in a Market That Paid AED 13.59 Billion in Commissions in 2025

Selling Sunset brokerage The Oppenheim Group opens its fifth office in Dubai: 7,000 sq ft on Bluewaters, about 20 agents under Omar Abaza. What it means for UAE business.

Published September 9, 2026

Majid Al Futtaim H1 2026 Results: Net Operating Profit Up 25% to AED 1.8 Billion, Record EBITDA of AED 2.5 Billion, Revenue of AED 17.5 Billion and a Development Pipeline Above AED 100 Billion Led by the AED 62 Billion Dubai South Community

Majid Al Futtaim H1 2026: profit up 25% to AED 1.8 billion, EBITDA AED 2.5 billion, malls up 12%, retail down 6%, AED 100 billion pipeline. What it means for UAE business.

Published September 9, 2026

Etihad Launches Year-Round Abu Dhabi to Red Sea Flights From 4 October 2026: A320 With 158 Seats, EY621 and EY622 on Sundays, Twice Weekly From 25 October and a Single Connection From Across the Network

Etihad flies Abu Dhabi to Red Sea International from 4 October 2026: A320 with 158 seats, Sundays, twice weekly from 25 October. Schedule and what it means for UAE business.

Published September 9, 2026

Trade Through Dubai’s Hatta Crossing Surges 175% to AED 37.08 Billion in H1 2026: 108,811 Loaded Trucks, 919,000 Travellers, 7,870 Shahin Smart Seals and the Green Corridor Behind the Overland Boom

Dubai Customs: AED 37.08 billion of trade through the Hatta crossing in H1 2026, up 175%, 108,811 loaded trucks and 919,000 travellers. What drives the overland boom.

Published September 9, 2026

Abu Dhabi’s IHC to Acquire 80% of Marlan Space: The Owner of Orbitworks, the Middle East’s First Private Satellite Factory, and the 10-Satellite Altair AI Constellation Joins a Conglomerate With AED 860 Billion Market Value

IHC of Abu Dhabi is acquiring 80% of Marlan Holding, the parent of Marlan Space: the Orbitworks satellite factory in KEZAD and the 10-satellite Altair AI constellation.

Published September 9, 2026

UAE Rises to Second Place in the Henley Crypto Adoption Index 2026 With 46.4 Points Out of 60 and a Perfect 10 for Tax-Friendliness: Ahead of Hong Kong, the USA and Switzerland as the World Counts 135,694 Crypto Millionaires

The UAE is second of 36 countries in the Henley Crypto Adoption Index 2026 with 46.4 of 60 points and a perfect 10 for tax; the report counts 135,694 crypto millionaires.

Published September 9, 2026

UAE Amends the VAT Executive Regulation: Cabinet Decision No. 149 of 2026 Blocks Input Tax on Cash Payments Above Thresholds Still to Be Set, Clarifies Employee Accommodation and Refines Input Tax Apportionment

Cabinet Decision No. 149 of 2026 amends the UAE VAT Executive Regulation: no input tax on cash payments above thresholds still to be set, staff housing, apportionment, medi…

Published September 8, 2026

Dubai Chambers Opens Agentic AI Training for More Than 14,000 Companies: Dubai Chambers Academy Launched on 1 September 2026, a Two-Year Programme With Incubators, Support Funds and an Executive Committee

Dubai Chambers Academy opened on 1 September 2026 with agentic AI tracks for 14,000+ member companies of Business Groups and Business Councils, part of a two-year plan to 2…

Published September 8, 2026

DIFC Confirms the First Dubai Future Finance Week on 2-6 November 2026: More Than 850 Speakers, 85 Events, 12 Forums and 14 Stages, Anchored by the Dubai FinTech Summit

DIFC confirms the inaugural Dubai Future Finance Week on 2-6 November 2026: over 850 speakers, 85 events, 12 forums and 14 stages, anchored by the Dubai FinTech Summit.

Published September 8, 2026

Dubai Private Schools Enter the World’s Top 10 in Every PISA 2025 Domain: 6th in Reading, 8th in Mathematics and Science, 9th in Computational Problem Solving, 9,600 Pupils From 168 Schools

PISA 2025: 9,600 pupils from 168 Dubai private schools rank 6th in reading (501), 8th in maths (511) and science (522), 9th in computational problem solving (534).

Published September 8, 2026

UAE Non-Oil Foreign Trade Reaches AED 1.94 Trillion in H1 2026, Up 13.1% and Nearly 80% Above 2022: Al Zeyoudi at the Hili Forum on Record Exports of AED 453 Billion, 38 CEPAs on Six Continents and Fujairah and Khor Fakkan as Permanent Gateways

Al Zeyoudi at the Hili Forum: UAE non-oil trade hit AED 1.94 trillion in H1 2026, up 13.1%, record exports of AED 453 billion, 38 CEPAs and east coast ports as permanent ga…

Published September 8, 2026

ADGM H1 2026 Results: Assets Under Management Up 54%, 13,974 Active Licences, 190 Fund Managers and a Workforce of 49,027 on Al Maryah and Al Reem Islands, With AED 400 Million for Digital Infrastructure to 2029

ADGM H1 2026: assets under management up 54%, 13,974 active licences, 190 fund managers, 276 funds, a workforce of 49,027 and an AED 400 million tech roadmap to 2029.

Published September 8, 2026

Meraas Awards an AED 590 Million Main Construction Contract for City Walk Crestlane Phase 3: Parkway International Contracting to Deliver 394 Apartments in Four Buildings in Central Dubai by Q3 2028

Meraas awarded Parkway International Contracting a main contract worth over AED 590 million for 394 apartments at City Walk Crestlane Phase 3, due Q3 2028.

Published September 8, 2026

Abu Dhabi Launches the UAE’s Largest Floating Dock: SAFEEN Drydocks Adds a 230-Metre, 21,000-Tonne Dock With 1,000 Metres of Quayside at Zayed Port for Ocean-Going Vessels and Rig Repairs

SAFEEN Drydocks (AD Ports Group) has commissioned the UAE's largest floating dock at Zayed Port, Abu Dhabi: 230 metres, 21,000 tonnes, 1,000 metres of quay.

Published September 8, 2026

L’imad’s AD Ports Offer Clears All Key Conditions: AED 6.25 per Share, Payment and Share Transfer No Later Than 9 October 2026

ADQ has satisfied all key conditions of its AED 6.25 per share cash offer for AD Ports Group. Payment and share transfer are due no later than 9 October 2026.

Published September 8, 2026

Mirae Asset Opens a DIFC Office: Korean Group With USD 800 Billion (AED 2.94 Trillion) Under Management Gets a DFSA Category 3C Licence to Serve Gulf Institutions, Family Offices and the Indian Diaspora

Mirae Asset, with USD 800 billion under management, opened a DIFC office under a DFSA Category 3C licence to manage and distribute funds across the GCC.

Published September 8, 2026

IPS 2026 Opens in Dubai: 300 Exhibitors, 30,000 Participants, the AED 700 Million Tréppan Vision With Robots on Every Floor and the Dubai Land Department Roadmap to 2033

IPS 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre, 7 to 9 September: 300 exhibitors, 30,000 participants, AED 700 million Tréppan Vision with robots, DLD roadmap to 2033.

Published September 8, 2026

Dubai After 20 Years of The Executive Council: GDP Doubles to AED 937 Billion, Non-Oil Trade Above AED 3 Trillion, AED 917 Billion of Property Deals in 2025 and First Place in the World for Greenfield FDI

Dubai marks 20 years of The Executive Council: GDP doubled to AED 937 billion, trade above AED 3 trillion, AED 917 billion of property deals in 2025.

Published September 8, 2026

Abu Dhabi Launches the Gulf’s First Digital Skills Card: Employers Verify Accredited Qualifications by QR Code on the ADI Chain Blockchain Without Paper Certificates

Abu Dhabi launches the Gulf's first Digital Skills Card: QCC and UAC issue a digital credential that employers verify by QR code on the ADI Chain blockchain.

Published September 7, 2026

Sphere Abu Dhabi Construction Gathers Pace: ALEC Reports Piling Under Way on the AED 6.4 Billion Yas Island Venue, 62,872 Calibrated LED Tiles in 933 Facets and a 150-Metre Dome, Completion Targeted for the End of 2029

ALEC Holdings reports piling under way at the AED 6.4 billion Sphere Abu Dhabi on Yas Island: 150 m dome, 62,872 calibrated LED tiles, completion by the end of 2029.

Published September 7, 2026

Aldar Launches Sei Saadiyat: 778 Wellness Residences in Six Buildings in Saadiyat Cultural District, First Phase of 265 Apartments and Lofts on Sale From 16 September 2026

Aldar launches Sei Saadiyat: 778 wellness homes in six buildings in Saadiyat Cultural District, first phase of 265 apartments and lofts on sale from 16 September 2026.

Published September 7, 2026

UAE President’s State Visit to Germany on 9 September 2026: Bilateral Trade Above EUR 13.56 Billion in 2025, German Imports From the UAE Up More Than 50%, Around 2,000 German Companies Use the UAE as a Regional Hub

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed visits Germany on 9 September 2026: trade above EUR 13.56 billion in 2025, German imports from the UAE up 50%, 2,000 German firms in the UAE.

Published September 7, 2026

Dubai Tokenises the World’s Largest Silver Bar: the 1,971 kg Guinness World Record Bar Is the First Tokenised Commodity Under the DMCC-VARA Framework, Fractions Issued by Tokinvest on BNB Chain and Open to Retail Investors From 7 September 2026

The 1,971 kg Guinness record silver bar is the first tokenised commodity under the DMCC-VARA framework: fractions by Tokinvest on BNB Chain, retail from 7 September 2026.

Published September 7, 2026

Dubai Launches Click and Travel, the World’s First Mobile Passport Control: GDRFA Officers With Biometric Handheld Devices Clear Passengers Anywhere in the Terminal in 12 to 15 Seconds, 31,373 Transactions in the May to August 2026 Pilot

GDRFA Dubai launched Click and Travel: passport officers with mobile biometric devices clear passengers anywhere in the terminal in 12 to 15 seconds.

Published September 7, 2026

Dubai International Is the Most Connected Airport in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East: First of 315 Airports in the ACI 2026 Index, Hub Connectivity Score Nearly 40% Above the Nearest Rival, Middle East Connectivity Up 21% in 2025

DXB ranks first of 315 airports in the ACI Asia-Pacific and Middle East Air Connectivity Index 2026, hub score nearly 40% above the nearest rival; Middle East up 21%.

Published September 7, 2026

Abu Dhabi Builds Three Harry Potter Lands at Warner Bros. World: Diagon Alley, Hogwarts and the Forbidden Forest on 63,000 sqm, the Park Grows by More Than 50% With 70,000 sqm of New Space, Construction Completion Targeted for 2029

Miral and Warner Bros. Discovery add Diagon Alley, Hogwarts and the Forbidden Forest on 63,000 sqm at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi; the park grows by over 50% by 2029.

Published September 7, 2026

UAE Expands Its Africa Trade Push With Visits to Senegal and Gabon: Non-Oil Trade With the Continent Up 41.6% to USD 158 Billion (AED 580 Billion) in 2025, Senegal Trade Up 24.5% to USD 1.3 Billion and a CEPA With Gabon Signed in February 2026

UAE non-oil trade with Africa rose 41.6% to USD 158 billion in 2025; Al Zeyoudi visited Dakar and Libreville as trade with Senegal grew 24.5% to USD 1.3 billion.

Published September 7, 2026

Arab Media Summit 2026 in Dubai Hosts the First Euronews Forum Outside Europe: 15 to 17 September, Eight Specialised Forums and a Network in 430 Million Households Across 166 Countries

Arab Media Summit 2026 in Dubai (15 to 17 September) hosts the Euronews Forum on 16 September, its first edition outside Europe; Euronews reaches 430 million households.

Published September 7, 2026

ADIHEX 2026 Closes With a Record 2,400 Companies From 71 Countries and the Most Expensive Falcon Ever Sold at Auction: AED 2.1 Million (USD 571,000)

ADIHEX 2026 closed on 6 September with a record 2,400 companies from 71 countries and 55 falcon farms; a Gyr Pure Ultra White sold for AED 2.1 million, a world record.

Published September 7, 2026

Gulf Family Businesses to Hand USD 1 Trillion (AED 3.67 Trillion) to the Next Generation Within a Decade: Private Equity Targets USD 50-250 Million Mid-Market Companies in Logistics, Healthcare, Manufacturing and Education (AGBI)

Gulf family businesses will pass about USD 1 trillion (AED 3.67 trillion) to heirs within a decade; private equity targets USD 50-250 million mid-market deals.

Published September 7, 2026

ADNEC Group to Host Over 290 Events in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain in H2 2026: 21% of Exhibitions New to the Middle East, ADIPEC on 2-5 November, AI Everything on 6-7 October and the UN Crime Congress From 26 September

ADNEC Group will host over 290 events in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain in H2 2026: 21% of exhibitions are new to the Middle East; ADIPEC 2-5 November, AI Everything 6-7 October.

Published September 6, 2026

UAE Accounts for 80.9% of GCC M&A Deal Value in H1 2026: USD 52.6 Billion (AED 193.2 Billion) of USD 65.1 Billion and 131 of 192 Deals, Led by DAE’s USD 9 Billion Macquarie AirFinance Acquisition (Grant Thornton)

The UAE accounted for USD 52.6 billion (80.9%) of the GCC's USD 65.1 billion M&A deal value and 131 of 192 deals in H1 2026, led by DAE, AD Ports, Mubadala and e&.

Published September 6, 2026

UAE Listed Companies’ Q2 2026 Net Profit Rises 28.6% to USD 21.6 Billion (AED 79.2 Billion): Abu Dhabi Up 41.8%, Dubai Up 4.9%, First-Half Total USD 38.9 Billion, Banks and Real Estate Lead as GCC Earnings Hit a Record USD 74.8 Billion (Kamco Invest)

UAE listed companies earned USD 21.6 billion (AED 79.2 billion) in Q2 2026, up 28.6%: Abu Dhabi +41.8%, Dubai +4.9%, banks and real estate lead, GCC at a record.

Published September 6, 2026

UAE Ranks First in the World for Entrepreneurship for the Fifth Year Running: Active SME Licences Up Over 900% Since 2000 and 140% Since 2020, SMEs Make Up 95% of Companies and 85% of Private-Sector Jobs, and the Council for Entrepreneurship Reviews the Startup Capital Campaign and an OECD-Backed National Strategy

UAE SME licences are up over 900% since 2000 and 140% since 2020, and the country is first in the world for entrepreneurship for a fifth year in GEM 2025/2026.

Published September 6, 2026

DP World Invests AED 4 Billion Across the Middle East, Europe and Africa in H1 2026: Regional Revenue Up 7.9% to AED 30.5 Billion, Jebel Ali Volumes Down 60% on the Strait of Hormuz Closure, Money Goes to Jebel Ali, Dubai Maritime City, London Gateway, Dakar, Banana Port and Jeddah

DP World invested AED 4 billion in the Middle East, Europe and Africa in H1 2026: regional revenue up 7.9% to AED 30.5 billion, Jebel Ali volumes down 60%.

Published September 6, 2026

UAE Attractions Industry Reaches USD 5.4 Billion in Revenue and 64 Million Visits in 2024: Family Entertainment Centres Up From 76 to 311, 69,100 Jobs, Harry Potter Land, Disney and Sphere Abu Dhabi Next on Yas Island

Oxford Economics study for IAAPA: UAE attractions revenue USD 5.4 billion in 2024 (+17.2%), 64 million visits, 311 entertainment centres, 69,100 jobs.

Published September 6, 2026

Dubai Hotel Rates Jump Up to 175% on September 2026 Exhibition Dates: Novotel DWTC From AED 300 to AED 825, Average of 15 Hotels Near the World Trade Centre Up 86%

Khaleej Times checked Booking.com for September 2026 event dates: Novotel DWTC AED 300 to AED 825 (+175%), ibis DWTC +165%, average of 15 hotels near DWTC up 86%.

Published September 6, 2026

Dubai Short-Term Rentals in 2026: Revenue per Listing Up 172% to AED 136,600, Occupancy 69% and 18,902 Active Units as Supply Shrinks 65.6% (AirDNA)

AirDNA data to August 2026: 18,902 short-term rentals in Dubai, 69% occupancy, USD 178 a night and AED 136,600 revenue per unit, up 172%, while listings fell 65.6%.

Published September 5, 2026

S&P Affirms the UAE at AA/A-1+ With a Stable Outlook: Net Government Assets at 147% of GDP, Growth to Average 6.2% a Year in 2027-2029 After 2.4% in 2026

S&P affirmed the UAE's AA/A-1+ rating with a stable outlook on 4 September 2026: net government assets 147% of GDP, growth 2.4% in 2026 and 6.2% a year in 2027-2029.

Published September 5, 2026

Network International Gives UAE Businesses One Integration to Accept Payments Across the GCC: Single Acquiring Platform With Centralised Reporting and Reconciliation for Retail, E-Commerce, Hospitality and Travel

Network International launched regional acquiring: UAE merchants accept payments across GCC markets via one integration, with centralised reporting and reconciliation.

Published September 4, 2026

Abu Dhabi Opens Mortgages on Off-Plan Homes: After 50% Is Paid, the Bank Funds the Remaining Instalments Before Handover, First Deal Completed by Aldar and ADCB

Abu Dhabi now registers mortgages on off-plan homes: a buyer who paid 50% gets bank funding for the remaining instalments before handover. First deal: Aldar and ADCB.

Published September 4, 2026

AIM Congress 2026 Opens at Dubai World Trade Centre on 7 September: 15th Edition, Three Pillars and a Record AED 177.3 Billion of FDI Behind It

AIM Congress 2026 opens at Dubai World Trade Centre on 7 September: 15th edition, three pillars and a record AED 177.3 billion of UAE FDI in 2025 behind it.

Published September 4, 2026

Nasdaq Dubai Lists ICBC’s USD 713 Million Dual-Currency Green Bonds: USD 300 Million at SOFR Plus 35 bp and CNH 2.8 Billion Under the China-Arab States Renewable Energy Theme

On 3 September 2026 Nasdaq Dubai listed USD 713 million of ICBC dual-currency green bonds: USD 300 million at SOFR plus 35 bp and CNH 2.8 billion for renewable energy.

Published September 4, 2026

ROX Starts ADAMAS Production in Abu Dhabi: First Made in the Emirates Cars Roll Off the Line at a 10,000 sq m AI Manufacturing Centre in KEZAD, 20,000 Vehicles in 2027 and 300,000 a Year by 2030

ROX is building ADAMAS SUVs at a 10,000 sq m AI manufacturing centre in KEZAD, Abu Dhabi: first Made in the Emirates cars, 20,000 in 2027 and 300,000 a year by 2030.

Published September 4, 2026

Dubai Land Department Launches the AI-Powered Initial Registration Platform: Developer Transactions in Under 5 Minutes Instead of 30, Manual Data Entry Cut by up to 80%, More Than 1,500 Developers to Migrate in Phases

DLD's AI platform Initial Registration, launched 3 September 2026, registers developer deals in under 5 minutes instead of 30 and cuts manual data entry by up to 80%.

Published September 4, 2026

Standard Chartered Launches Institutional Bitcoin and Ether Spot Trading in the UAE Through DIFC: First G-SIB With Crypto Spot Trading in the Region, Settlement to the Custodian of the Client’s Choice

Standard Chartered launched institutional Bitcoin and Ether spot trading in the UAE on 3 September 2026 via its DIFC branch, a first for a G-SIB in the region.

Published September 4, 2026

UAE Cabinet Launches AI Advisor of 32 Assistants and Approves AI Curriculum for All Public and Private Schools: 22,000 Teachers to Be Trained, 308 Million Digital Transactions in 2025

On 2 September 2026 the UAE Cabinet launched the Cabinet AI Advisor of 32 AI assistants, approved an AI curriculum for all schools and AI training for 22,000 teachers.

Published September 3, 2026

UAE Approves Federal Rules for Self-Driving Cars: One Regime for Registration, Licensing and Testing Across All Seven Emirates

On 2 September 2026 the UAE Cabinet approved federal rules for autonomous vehicles: inspection, registration, licensing and testing for all seven emirates.

Published September 3, 2026

UAE Non-Oil Business Activity at a 20-Month High: PMI Rises to 55.3 in August 2026, Dubai PMI Climbs to 54.1

S&P Global UAE PMI climbed to 55.3 in August 2026, the fastest improvement since December 2024; Dubai PMI 54.1. Orders, exports, inventories, costs and hiring in detail.

Published September 3, 2026

Dubai Issued 58,337 New Business Licences in H1 2026: Unified Licence Cuts Corporate Bank Account Opening to About 3 Days, Investor Register Next

DBLC: 58,337 new licences and 173,652 renewals in H1 2026. Invest in Dubai, the Unified Licence and a coming Investor Register cut bank account opening to about 3 days.

Published September 3, 2026

UAE Corporate Tax Deadline: FTA Reminds Companies With a 31 December 2025 Year-End to File and Pay by 30 September 2026, Small Business Relief Filers Included

FTA: companies with a financial year ended 31 December 2025 must file the Corporate Tax return and pay by 30 September 2026, Small Business Relief filers included.

Published September 2, 2026

Etihad Makes Abu Dhabi-Gothenburg Year-Round After a Surge in Bookings: Four Weekly A321LR Flights From December 17, the UAE’s First Direct Link to Western Sweden

Etihad makes its new Abu Dhabi-Gothenburg route year-round three weeks after bookings opened: four A321LR flights a week from 2026-12-17, first UAE link to west Sweden.

Published September 2, 2026

Ras Al Khaimah Property Prices Rise 6.5% in H1 2026: 13,800 New Homes Due by End-2028 Ahead of the Wynn Al Marjan Island Opening

Ras Al Khaimah apartment prices rose 6.5% year-on-year in H1 2026 and rents over 7%, while 13,800 new homes are due by end-2028 ahead of Wynn Al Marjan Island.

Published September 2, 2026

Sharjah to Open the First Phase of the Al Taawun Tunnel in November 2026: AED 750 Million Road Programme to Cut Waiting Times on the Sharjah-Dubai Corridor by up to 85%

Sharjah opens phase one of the 500 m Al Taawun Tunnel in November 2026, part of an AED 750 million road programme cutting waiting times to Dubai by up to 85%.

Published September 2, 2026

FAB Becomes the First Bank in the Middle East and Africa to Complete Live US Dollar Transactions With Citi Using Tokenised Deposits on Swift Ledger

FAB completed live US dollar transactions with Citi using tokenised deposits on Swift Ledger, the first bank in the Middle East and Africa to reach this stage.

Published September 2, 2026

BlackRock Puts the UAE at the Centre of the GCC’s USD 2.1 Trillion Investment Cycle to 2030: Over 80% Outside Oil and Gas, USD 660 Billion for Ports, Power and Water

BlackRock Investment Institute estimates GCC strategic capex to 2030 at USD 2.1 trillion, over 80% outside oil and gas, and names the UAE the most direct entry point.

Published September 2, 2026

UAE Raises Its Clean Energy Target to 35% of the Energy Mix by 2030-31: New Projects, More Competition and a Wider Role for Private Investors in Power Generation

The UAE has raised its clean energy target to 35% of the energy mix by 2030-31: new projects, more competition and a wider role for private investors.

Published September 2, 2026

Dubai Financial Market Adds 59,108 New Investor Accounts in the First Eight Months of 2026: 28 Brokers, 5.63 Million Trades and AED 293.92 Billion Traded

DFM brokers opened 59,108 new investor accounts in January-August 2026, up 1.2%: 28 brokers, 5.63 million trades, AED 293.92 billion. How to open one.

Published September 2, 2026

UK Ready to Sign the GCC Free Trade Deal Within Weeks as Britain and the UAE Begin Work on a Bilateral Economic Partnership

UK trade minister: the UK-GCC free trade deal will be signed within weeks and UK-UAE partnership work has begun. Trade up 19.8%, about USD 21 billion a year.

Published September 2, 2026

Sheikh Hamdan Announces Dubai Future Week: 18-21 November 2026, 10,000+ Participants at Emirates Towers and the Museum of the Future

Dubai Future Week runs 18-21 November 2026 at Emirates Towers and the Museum of the Future: 10,000+ participants, five tracks, registration open.

Published September 2, 2026

Abu Dhabi Non-Oil Foreign Trade Rises 17.9% to AED 230.6 Billion in H1 2026

Abu Dhabi's non-oil foreign trade reached AED 230.6 billion in January to June 2026, up 17.9%. June alone: AED 28 billion of trade and a AED 2.7 billion surplus.

Published September 2, 2026

Taco Bell Returns to the UAE After 14 Years as Americana Restaurants Plans Gulf Expansion

Americana Restaurants signed an exclusive agreement with Yum! Brands to relaunch Taco Bell in the UAE after 14 years, then expand across the GCC.

Published August 31, 2026

Dubai Opens a 1,000-Metre Bridge from Sheikh Rashid Road to 2nd December Street

RTA opened a 1,000-metre, two-lane bridge from Sheikh Rashid Road to 2nd December Street: 3,000 vehicles per hour, less pressure on World Trade Centre.

Published August 31, 2026

Abu Dhabi’s ePointZero Acquires 90% of Azura Power: 752 MW in Africa and a 1.5 GW Pipeline

ePointZero, part of Abu Dhabi's 2PointZero Group, acquires 90% of Azura Power: 752 MW in Nigeria, Senegal and Mozambique plus a 1.5 GW pipeline.

Published August 31, 2026

DMCC Launches Lab-Grown Diamond Vertical as UAE Trade Hits Record 76.9 Million Carats

DMCC established a standalone Lab-Grown Diamond Vertical on 2026-08-30: UAE trade hit 76.9 million carats in 2025, up 91.5%, worth USD 1.3 billion.

Published August 31, 2026

UAE President Establishes National Programme for Advanced Sciences and Technologies: Six Tracks and a Higher Committee Under Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed

Presidential decision of 2026-08-30 links technical education, R&D and talent to strategic industries: six first-phase tracks, Higher Committee under Sheikh Mansour.

Published August 30, 2026

Dubai RTA Awards AED 1.161 Billion for Al Meydan Street: 17 km of Roads, 3.7 km of Bridges, Journeys Cut from 30 to 10 Minutes

RTA awarded two contracts worth AED 1.161 billion on 2026-08-30: 17 km of roads, 3,700 m of bridges, +18% north-south capacity, 30 to 10 minutes by end-2028.

Published August 30, 2026

Sharjah Opens the 2026-27 School Year With 204,000 Pupils, Six New Private Schools and 135 Licensed Schools: SPEA

SPEA: 204,000+ pupils, six new private schools (135 in total), 161 nurseries, 132 inspections, 2,737 buses cleared and 114 Emirati teachers before term starts 2026-08-31.

Published August 30, 2026

Dubai and Abu Dhabi Office Vacancy Falls to Record Lows of 6.1% and 1.4% as Grade B Rents Rise 31.5%: JLL Q2 2026

JLL Q2 2026: Dubai office vacancy 6.1%, Abu Dhabi 1.4%, prime availability under 1%, Grade B rents up 31.5%, registrations up 24.6%. What tenants should plan for.

Published August 30, 2026

Dubai-Based Vista Global, Owner of VistaJet and XO, Explores USD 1 Billion European IPO at a Valuation Above USD 10 Billion

DIFC-headquartered Vista Global (VistaJet, XO) works with Bank of America, UBS and UniCredit on a 2027 IPO in Milan or Zurich: USD 1 billion raise, USD 10 billion value.

Published August 29, 2026

Dubai Ranks Joint Eighth in the World With 43 Billionaires: UAE Home to 59 Worth USD 201 Billion, Altrata Billionaire Census 2026

Altrata Billionaire Census 2026: Dubai has 43 resident billionaires, joint eighth with Shenzhen; the UAE has 59 worth USD 201 billion, up 11.3%, 14th among countries.

Published August 29, 2026

ADIHEX 2026 Opens in Abu Dhabi: Record 2,405 Exhibitors From 71 Countries, 107,000 sq m and a 10-Day Run to September 6

ADIHEX 2026 opened at ADNEC Abu Dhabi on August 28: 2,405 exhibitors from 71 countries, 107,000 sq m (+17%), 55 falcon farms, eight auctions, 10 days to September 6.

Published August 28, 2026

Dubai Real Estate Hits AED 12 Billion in a Week: Off-Plan AED 4.6 Billion, Burj Khalifa Area Leads With AED 845 Million

DLD weekly bulletin: 3,657 transactions worth AED 12 billion, off-plan AED 4.6 billion, ready AED 2.6 billion, Burj Khalifa area first with AED 845 million.

Published August 28, 2026

UAE Grants Starlink a 10-Year Licence: Satellite Internet for Homes, Business, Ships and Aircraft From AED 300 a Month

TDRA granted Starlink a 10-year General Satellite Services Licence on 28 August 2026: homes, business, government, ships and aircraft; plans from AED 300 a month.

Published August 28, 2026

UAE Sends Its Largest Business Delegation to Beirut: UAE-Lebanon Business Council Created as Non-Oil Trade Rises 36% to USD 4.2 Billion

80 UAE companies led by Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi closed a two-day forum in Beirut: UAE-Lebanon Business Council created, non-oil trade USD 4.2 billion in 2025, up 36%.

Published August 28, 2026

Dubai Brings Its Biggest Ever Pavilion to Gamescom 2026: 495 Gaming Companies, Up 34.5% in Two Years, and a Top-10 Target by 2033

Dubai's largest Gamescom pavilion: 10+ showcases, 7 government bodies, 495 gaming companies (+34.5% in two years) and the Dubai Program for Gaming 2033 top-10 goal.

Published August 28, 2026

Dubai Issues Force Majeure Guide: Cost Increases and Supply Delays Are Not Force Majeure Under the New UAE Civil Code

Dubai's DET, Dubai Chambers and Baker McKenzie issued a Force Majeure Guide: which Civil Code applies, why cost rises and delays do not qualify, six steps to take.

Published August 28, 2026

UAE Real Estate H1 2026: Abu Dhabi AED 117 Billion, Dubai 104 Projects Worth AED 111 Billion, Sharjah AED 29.5 Billion

H1 2026 property results for five emirates in one table: Abu Dhabi AED 117 billion (+112%), FDI up 309%, Dubai 104 projects, Sharjah AED 29.5 billion, Ajman, RAK.

Published August 28, 2026

Dubai Airport Rolls Out 3D Scanners in All Three Terminals: Liquids, Laptops, Shoes and Belts Stay Put

Dubai Airports is installing Smiths Detection CT scanners with 3D imaging across DXB Terminals 1, 2 and 3: liquids and laptops stay in the bag, shoes and belts stay on.

Published August 27, 2026

Dubai Opens Two New Lanes on Emirates Road on August 30: Capacity Up to 16,000 Vehicles per Hour

RTA opens a 5 km, two-lane expansion of Emirates Road on 2026-08-30: six to eight lanes, 12,000 to 16,000 vehicles per hour, peak journeys cut by up to 25%.

Published August 27, 2026

Air Arabia Launches Daily Sharjah-Düsseldorf Flights from December 16: Third German City

Air Arabia adds daily Sharjah-Düsseldorf non-stop flights on the A320neo from 2026-12-16, its third German city after Munich and Frankfurt. Full timetable inside.

Published August 27, 2026

Dubai Shared Housing Law Now in Force: Owners and Operators Have Until 26 August 2027 to Get Dubai Municipality Permits

Law No. 4 of 2026 took effect on 26 August 2026: permits from Dubai Municipality, no subletting, fines up to AED 1 million and a one-year transition to 26 August 2027.

Published August 27, 2026

DMCC Gaming Centre Grows 30% to 165 Companies as DMCC and Serbian Games Association Open a Europe-Middle East Gaming Corridor at Gamescom 2026

DMCC Gaming Centre reaches 165 members, up 30% in a year, and signs a partnership with the Serbian Games Association at Gamescom 2026: soft-landing, co-working, events.

Published August 27, 2026

Dubai Chamber Launches Uzbekistan Business Council as Non-Oil Trade Hits AED 10.3 Billion and Uzbek Members Reach 826

Dubai Chamber of Commerce sets up an Uzbekistan Business Council: AED 10.3 billion non-oil trade in 2025, 826 Uzbek member firms, 75 more in H1 2026.

Published August 27, 2026

TAQA to Delist From ADX After L’imad Completes 100% Buyout of Abu Dhabi’s Energy Giant

TAQA board decides to delist from ADX after L'imad unit AD Power squeezed out the last 1.88% at AED 2.70 per share. Timeline, payout and what changes for investors.

Published August 26, 2026

Hub71 Expands Initiate Programme for Idea-Stage Founders After Nearly 5,500 Applications

Hub71 expands Initiate after nearly 5,500 applications: Disrupt.com and TMC2 MEA join as venture builders, 500 founders at workshops, first startup Prism56 selected.

Published August 26, 2026

UAE Sets Pillar Two Information Return Rules: Who Files with the FTA Under Ministerial Decision No. 133 of 2026

MD 133 of 2026 names the UAE entities that file the Pillar Two Information Return with the FTA: constituent entities, JVs and reverse hybrids, from FY 2025.

Published August 26, 2026

DXB to Reach 100 Million Passengers a Year Within 18 Months, Says Dubai Airports CEO

Paul Griffiths: DXB will hit 100 million passengers within 18 months after 95.2 million in 2025 and a 31.3% H1 2026 drop; No 1 international hub again by year-end.

Published August 26, 2026

Abu Dhabi Records Highest-Ever First-Half Residential Sales: AED 67.8 Billion in H1 2026, Up 178%

Cavendish Maxwell: 15,500 deals worth AED 67.8 billion in H1 2026, up 178% year on year. Off-plan AED 60.3 billion, apartment prices +16.4%, rents +9.4%.

Published August 26, 2026

Al Maktoum Airport: Dubai Airports to Award AED 55 Billion in DWC Contracts by End of 2026

Paul Griffiths: AED 55 billion of DWC contracts will be awarded by year-end on top of AED 13 billion under way. 17,000 piles, 45 million m3 moved, opening in 2032.

Published August 26, 2026

ADIB Board Approves AED 1.75 Billion Rights Issue for Vision 2035 as Total Assets Pass AED 300 Billion

ADIB will issue 106.4 million new shares at AED 16.45, about 1 for 34.14, at a 28.8% discount. Assets reached AED 304 billion in H1 2026 with ROE of 28%.

Published August 26, 2026

Dubai to Open 26 New Private Education Institutions in 2026-27: Seven Schools Including Harrow and Rugby, Nearly 17,000 Seats

KHDA: 17 early childhood centres, seven schools and two universities open in Dubai in 2026-27, adding 16,846 school seats and 1,700 nursery places.

Published August 26, 2026

Dubai Ranks First Globally for Creative Industry FDI for a Fourth Year: 754 Projects and USD 3.756 Billion in 2025

fDi Markets 2025: Dubai leads 233 cities in creative industry FDI with 754 projects, 19,304 jobs and USD 3.756 billion, ahead of London and Singapore.

Published August 26, 2026

Dubai Luxury Homebuyers Shift to Privacy, Waterfront Living and Ready Homes, Bayut H1 2026 Data Shows

Bayut H1 2026: Dubai luxury buyers prioritise privacy, waterfront and ready homes. AED 34 million Palm Jebel Ali sale, AED 17 million Emirates Hills lease.

Published August 25, 2026

Sharjah Airport Handles 390,000 Passengers in Peak Summer Week, Expects 3 Million for July-August

Sharjah International handled 390,000+ passengers and 2,350 flights on 10-16 August 2026, with 48,859 on the peak day, and expects 3 million passengers for July-August.

Published August 25, 2026

Air Arabia Launches Sharjah-Gdansk Flights from December 14: Fourth Polish City

Air Arabia adds five weekly Sharjah-Gdansk non-stop flights from 2026-12-14, its fourth Polish city after Warsaw, Krakow and Katowice, with the full timetable.

Published August 25, 2026

Wynn Al Marjan Island Unveils Four Townhomes of Up to 1,110 sq m as USD 5.7 Billion Resort Nears September 2027 Opening

Wynn Al Marjan Island unveils four Townhomes of 630 to 1,110 sq m inside Enclave, its 323-key boutique hotel. Opening September 2027, cost USD 5.7 billion.

Published August 25, 2026

HSBC Launches UAE’s First “International by Default” Account: 20+ Currencies, One IBAN, One Card

HSBC UAE's Premier Global Money Account holds 20+ currencies under one IBAN and one Visa card with no HSBC fees; UAE is the first HSBC market to get it.

Published August 25, 2026

Parkin Signs Bahrain MoU With Amakin: Dubai Exports Its Smart Parking Model to the GCC After Egypt Entry

Dubai parking operator Parkin signed an MoU with Bahrain operator Amakin on 2026-08-24, days after its Egypt deals: shared app payments, mobility data, joint GCC projects.

Published August 25, 2026

UAE Among the World’s Most Ambitious AI Markets: Maturity Score Up 13 Points, 57% of Companies Run Agentic AI

ServiceNow's Enterprise AI Maturity Index 2026: UAE score 48/100, up 13 points; AI spending +105%; 57% of UAE firms run agentic AI but only 7% autonomous workflows.

Published August 25, 2026

Dubai-India Trade Doubles in a Decade to a Record AED 222.5 Billion as 85,841 Indian Companies Operate From Dubai

Dubai non-oil trade with India hit a record AED 222.5 billion in 2025, up 136% in ten years and 35% since CEPA. 85,841 Indian companies are active Dubai Chamber members.

Published August 25, 2026

Eagle Hills Confirms Lulu Island Development: 400 Hectares Off the Abu Dhabi Corniche for 20,000 Residents

Eagle Hills confirmed it is developing Lulu Island, 400 hectares off the Abu Dhabi Corniche planned for 20,000 residents. Cranes and show homes are already on site.

Published August 25, 2026

FAB Launches Fully Paperless Personal Loans With Real-Time Salary Checks via FAHR

FAB's personal loan journey goes fully paperless: FAHR integration validates salary in real time, replacing salary certificates and transfer letters.

Published August 24, 2026

Masdar Switches On Its Second UK Battery Storage Plant Under a GBP 1 billion Programme

Masdar's 35 MW/70 MWh battery plant in Rochdale starts commercial operations, the second asset in its GBP 1 billion UK storage programme with a 3 GWh pipeline.

Published August 24, 2026

UAE Enters Its Packed September 2026 Season of Business Exhibitions and Forums

September 2026 packs the UAE calendar: Middle East Energy, AIM Congress, GISEC and 20+ more shows. Business tourism heads to AED 55.6 billion by 2036.

Published August 24, 2026

Emirates Is the World’s No. 1 Airline by International Capacity in August 2026

OAG: Emirates leads global airlines with 31+ billion international ASKs in August 2026, 21% ahead of Ryanair, confirming Dubai as the world's main air hub.

Published August 24, 2026

UAE Insurance Sector Sets a Record: AED 164.9 Billion in Assets, Profits Up 53%

CBUAE annual report: insurance assets up 6.1% to AED 164.9 billion, premiums up 14.9% to AED 74.8 billion, profit jumps from AED 2.6 to 4 billion.

Published August 24, 2026

Dubai Chambers Brings Its Investment Pitch to 71 Bengaluru Investors

71 investors, eight meetings and two MoUs in Bengaluru: Dubai Chambers pitches the emirate as the expansion base for Indian companies targeting MEA markets.

Published August 23, 2026

Mada Media Awards AED 1.5 billion in Contracts as Dubai Outdoor Advertising Goes Digital

AED 1.5 billion in contracts, 683 assets and 80 bidders in H1 2026: Dubai's outdoor advertising market accelerates its shift to digital screens.

Published August 23, 2026

Dubai Property Market Set for Strong H2 2026 on Population Growth and Visa Reforms

Dubai logged AED 286 billion in property sales and 24,800 new homes in H1 2026. Population growth and visa reforms set the tone for the second half.

Published August 23, 2026

UAE-Russia TISIA Enters Into Force: Easier Market Entry for Services and Investors

The UAE-Russia TISIA is in force from 2026-08-22: easier market entry, movement of professionals and investor protection across five service sectors.

Published August 23, 2026

Abu Dhabi Expands US Energy and Water Partnerships with Focus on AI and Quantum

Abu Dhabi's Department of Energy signed a series of US MoUs: an AI-powered lab, quantum computing for water efficiency and modernised utility regulation.

Published August 22, 2026

New Dubai Bridge Cuts World Trade Centre Exit From 10 Minutes to 2

RTA opened a 500-metre bridge from Dubai World Trade Centre and One Central to Al Mustaqbal Street: the exit now takes 2 minutes instead of 10.

Published August 22, 2026

Dubai Customs Cuts Airport Clearance From 45 Minutes to Under 5

Dubai Customs cut passenger clearance from 45 minutes to under 5: 77 baggage scanners, the iDeclare pre-arrival declaration service and 24/7 operations.

Published August 22, 2026

DIB Launches Off-Plan Home Finance Across the UAE, Open to Non-Residents

DIB now finances up to 50% of off-plan freehold homes across the UAE. During construction buyers pay only the profit component; non-residents are eligible.

Published August 22, 2026

Gulf Pours Billions into Water Security for AI and Industry Growth

Gulf states put USD 53.4 billion into desalination in 2006-2024 and will add USD 26 billion by 2028. UAE AI alone will need 61 billion litres a year.

Published August 22, 2026

Dubai’s Next Growth Areas: Metro Blue Line, Gold Line and Etihad Rail Reshape the Property Map

Blue Line 2029, Gold Line 2032 and Etihad Rail shift demand to JVC, Meydan, Silicon Oasis and Dubai South. Station premiums reach 5-25%.

Published August 22, 2026

UAE Scales Its Logistics Hub: Etihad Rail, New Mega Terminal and Record Trade

Etihad Rail moved 129,000 containers via 11 terminals, EMCT adds up to 1.5 million tonnes from 2027, and UAE non-oil trade hit record AED 1.937 trillion.

Published August 22, 2026

Abu Dhabi to Host Second Reuters NEXT Gulf Summit on October 21

Abu Dhabi hosts the second Reuters NEXT Gulf summit on 2026-10-21, with ADDED as exclusive host for three years: 600+ executives, 40+ countries, 2M viewers.

Published August 22, 2026

Air Arabia Launches Sharjah-Katowice Flights from December 17

Air Arabia adds four weekly Sharjah-Katowice A320neo flights from 2026-12-17, its third Polish route after Warsaw and Krakow, expanding UAE-CEE links.

Published August 21, 2026

ADX-Listed Companies Grow Profits 38% in H1 2026 With 99% On-Time Disclosure

Aggregate profits of ADX-listed companies rose 38% in H1 2026; 100 of 101 traded companies filed within the 45-day deadline. What it means for UAE investors.

Published August 21, 2026

Dubai Has 96,585 Homes Due in 2026 and 83% Are Already Sold, Villas at 95%

80,127 of the 96,585 Dubai homes due in 2026 are sold (82.9%), villas 95%. Al Wasl and three villa areas hit 100%, Downtown 96.6%, Palm Jumeirah 93.5%.

Published August 21, 2026

Hudayriyat Island Tops Abu Dhabi Property Market With AED 19 Billion in H1 2026 Sales

Hudayriyat Island sold AED 19 billion of homes in H1 2026, 27% of Abu Dhabi, ahead of Saadiyat, Al Reem and Yas. Investment zones now hold 72,000 homes.

Published August 21, 2026

UAE Developer Arada to Build AED 5 Billion Twin-Tower Project on Australia’s Gold Coast

Sharjah-based Arada will build a AED 5 billion ($1.36 billion) twin-tower project with ~1,000 homes in Broadbeach, Gold Coast, due before the 2032 Olympics.

Published August 20, 2026

Emirates to Operate 64% of Global A380 Flights in 2026, Two Daily A380s to Bali from March 2027

Emirates will fly 64% of scheduled A380 flights worldwide in 2026: 116 aircraft on 53 routes from DXB. Dubai to Bali gets two daily A380s from 28 March 2027.

Published August 20, 2026

Dubai Residential Stock Nears One Million Homes, Milestone Due by Early 2027

ValuStrat puts Dubai housing stock at 977,000 units after 20,000 H1 2026 handovers; 22,000 more due by year-end, values up to AED 1,696 per sq ft since 2020.

Published August 20, 2026

Dubai Chambers and NASSCOM Open Dubai Route for Indian Agentic AI Firms

Dubai Chambers signs an MoU with NASSCOM (USD 315 billion industry, 3,500+ members) to help Indian agentic AI and deeptech firms set up and grow from Dubai.

Published August 20, 2026

Al Maktoum Airport to Get World’s Largest 50 km Automated People Mover by 2031

MHI and L&T will build a 50 km driverless people mover with 9 stations and 165 vehicles at Dubai's DWC airport by December 2031. What it means for business.

Published August 20, 2026

Dubai Completes 104 Projects and 24,537 Property Units Worth AED 111 Billion in H1 2026

Dubai completed 104 real estate projects worth about AED 111 billion in H1 2026, delivering 24,537 units, up 36%. What the supply wave means for tenants and investors.

Published August 20, 2026

Dubai Taxi Adds 1,607 Arabia Taxi Vehicles to Bolt Platform

Dubai Taxi Company adds 1,607 Arabia Taxi vehicles to the Bolt app, cutting peak-hour waits. DTC holds 59% of the Dubai taxi market with 11,000+ cars.

Published August 19, 2026

Air Arabia Launches Daily Sharjah-Frankfurt Flights from December 15

Air Arabia adds daily Sharjah-Frankfurt A320neo flights from 2026-12-15, its second German route after Munich, boosting UAE-Europe connectivity.

Published August 19, 2026

Parkin Expands Beyond the UAE: Smart Parking MoU Signed in Egypt

Dubai parking operator Parkin signs MoUs with Modon Misr, Mwasalat Misr and Redcon Properties, its first international expansion, bringing ANPR and AI cameras to Egypt.

Published August 19, 2026

Payit by FAB Launches Send Now Pay Later for International Money Transfers

FAB's Payit wallet adds Send Now Pay Later: eligible users send international transfers instantly and repay within 30 days, with in-app approval in minutes.

Published August 19, 2026

Dubai Confirms Mega Events Calendar: GITEX Moves to Expo City in December

DWTC unveiled the 2026 events calendar: ATM, Beautyworld, Automechanika, Big 5 Global and GITEX Global, which moves to Dubai Exhibition Centre on Dec 8-11.

Published August 19, 2026

The Grand Opens in Nad Al Sheba: Dubai Retail Hub Leased Out Before Launch

Shamal Holding opened The Grand in Nad Al Sheba Gardens on 2026-08-19, fully leased before launch, with Waitrose as anchor and phases through early 2027.

Published August 19, 2026

Gulf Funds Poised for Windfall as Anthropic Heads for a $2 Trillion IPO

Gulf funds QIA, MGX and Alpha Wave invested about $7.5 billion in Anthropic. An autumn IPO at a $2 trillion valuation would multiply their stakes.

Published August 19, 2026

Abu Dhabi to Add 71,000 Homes by 2030 as H1 2026 Sales Nearly Triple to AED 70.4 Billion

Abu Dhabi will add 71,000 homes by 2030 with a 2028 peak. H1 2026 residential sales nearly tripled to AED 70.4 billion; foreign buyers gave 70% of value.

Published August 19, 2026

du Business to Train 10,000 UAE SMEs in Agentic AI, for Free

du Business launches free agentic AI training for 10,000 UAE SMEs: specialist trainers, curated modules and hands-on tools, online and in person.

Published August 18, 2026

UAE Land Departments Take the Country’s Property Market to Hyderabad Investors

DLD and northern emirates land authorities back the TOI Property Grand Expo 2026 in Hyderabad, courting the Indian buyers behind 22% of UAE deals.

Published August 18, 2026

UAE Expands Jaywan Card Acceptance to Hotels and Tourist Attractions Nationwide

The Emirates Tourism Council will roll out Jaywan card acceptance at hotels and attractions in all emirates, linked to Esaad, Fazaa and Al Saada perks.

Published August 18, 2026

Abu Dhabi Off-Plan Resales Jump 56% in Q2 2026 as Buyers Target Handover-Ready Projects

Abu Dhabi's off-plan resale market jumped 56% to 883 deals in Q2 2026. Yas Island took 40% of volume; annual price growth hit 33-59% in leading projects.

Published August 18, 2026

Dubai Commercial Real Estate Hits AED 65.23 Billion in H1 2026 as Offices Nearly Triple

Dubai commercial real estate hit AED 65.23 billion in H1 2026, up 8.5%: offices nearly tripled to AED 15.81 billion, average prices up 85% to AED 3,202 per sq ft.

Published August 18, 2026

Dubai RTA Completes Al Marabea’ Street Upgrade: 30% More Capacity in Al Quoz

Dubai RTA completed the 1.1 km Al Marabea Street upgrade in Al Quoz: 30% more capacity, up to 30% faster peak journeys, 50% shorter queues; more works by end-August.

Published August 18, 2026

Dubai Airport Opens First Uber and Careem Rider Lounge at Terminal 3

DXB Terminal 3 opens the first air-conditioned lounge for Uber and Careem riders: ergonomic seating, charging hubs, PIN-based pickup queues and luggage storage.

Published August 18, 2026

Emirates NBD Launches the UAE’s First Transition Finance Framework

Emirates NBD launches the UAE's first transition finance framework for high-emitting sectors: ICMA standards, DNV verification, USD 30 billion target by 2030.

Published August 18, 2026

Ajman Rental Market Hits AED 2.91 Billion in H1 2026

Ajman logged 73,472 rental contracts worth AED 2.91 billion in H1 2026, with Q1 up 20% year on year. Why the Northern Emirates matter for tenants and investors.

Published August 18, 2026

DIHAD 2026: Dubai to Welcome 21,000 Participants From 165 Countries on 24-26 August

DIHAD 2026 gathers 21,000+ participants from 165 countries at Dubai World Trade Centre on 24-26 August: 320 speakers, 1,000 organisations, 180+ UN and NGO buyers.

Published August 17, 2026

Nakheel Starts Handover of 892 Homes at Redeveloped Jebel Ali Village

Nakheel begins handover of 892 villas and townhouses at the redeveloped Jebel Ali Village, an 80-hectare community for 5,500 residents. Dubai heads for 55,600 completions i…

Published August 17, 2026

L’imad Moves to Buy Out AD Ports Group at AED 6.25 per Share as Stock Jumps 15%

L'imad offers AED 6.25 per share in cash for the 24.58% of AD Ports Group it does not yet own, a 23% premium. The stock jumped the 15% daily limit on ADX.

Published August 17, 2026

UAE Banks Post Record AED 90.8 Billion Profit as Assets Reach AED 5.3 Trillion

CBUAE Financial Stability Report 2025: bank profits up 11.7% to AED 90.8 billion, assets at AED 5.3 trillion, NPLs down to 3.3%, mortgage lending up 23.9%.

Published August 17, 2026

Dubai Free Zones Hit 96% Occupancy as Companies Rise 13% in H1 2026

DAFZ, Dubai Silicon Oasis and CommerCity hit 96% occupancy in H1 2026: companies up 13%, employment up 24%, AI registrations up 95%. DIEZ adds AED 12.8 billion of capacity.

Published August 17, 2026

Space42 Wins ADX Approval for 2.5% Share Buyback After 15% Revenue Growth

ADX approved Space42's buyback of up to 2.5% of shares, funded from cash reserves. H1 2026 revenue rose 15% to $260 million, backlog stands at $6.3 billion.

Published August 16, 2026

Amanat H1 2026: Profit Up 46%, AED 75 Million Dividend and AED 1.5 Billion Growth Plan

Amanat H1 2026 net profit rose 46% to AED 153.3 million. The Dubai holding declared an AED 75 million interim dividend and will invest about AED 1.5 billion over three years.

Published August 16, 2026

BRIDGE Summit 2027 Set for Yas Island as UAE Builds Year-Round Media Platform

The BRIDGE Alliance board approved a five-day BRIDGE Summit 2027 on Yas Island with Miral and a shift to a year-round global media and investment platform.

Published August 16, 2026

Khorfakkan Port Scales to 5 Million Containers a Year, Targets 10 Million

Sharjah is expanding Khorfakkan Port to 5 million TEU a year with a masterplan for over 10 million. The Gulf of Oman port bypasses the Strait of Hormuz.

Published August 16, 2026

Dubai Opens 500-Metre Bridge to DWTC: Travel Time Cut From 10 to 2 Minutes

Dubai's RTA opened a 500-metre bridge from DWTC to Al Mustaqbal Street, cutting event-day exits from 10 to 2 minutes. Three tunnels follow in February 2027.

Published August 15, 2026

UAE Regulators Align: ADGM’s FSRA and Gaming Authority GCGRA Sign Cooperation MoU

ADGM's financial regulator FSRA and UAE gaming authority GCGRA signed an MoU on information exchange, supervisory coordination and investigative assistance.

Published August 14, 2026

Parkin Q2 2026: Net Profit Up 12% as Dubai’s Paid Parking Network Grows 27%

Parkin's Q2 2026 net profit rose 12% to AED 166.2 million as Dubai's paid parking network grew 27% in a year to 268,300 spaces, with developer parking tripling.

Published August 14, 2026

UAE Bank Lending Jumps AED 24.7 Billion in June to AED 2.758 Trillion

UAE bank credit jumped AED 24.7 billion in June to AED 2.758 trillion, almost double May's pace. Retail loans added AED 6.8 billion, says the CBUAE.

Published August 14, 2026

A Dubai Invite Triples Capacity After 20,000 Applications From Nearly 200 Countries

Dubai's A Dubai Invite drew 20,000 applicants from nearly 200 countries in three weeks, and DET tripled capacity. Rewards over AED 3,000 run until 31 December 2026.

Published August 14, 2026

AD Ports Group Q2 2026: Profit Up 88% to AED 836 Million on Record Revenue

AD Ports Group's Q2 2026 net profit jumped 88% to AED 836 million on record AED 7.08 billion revenue, as Hormuz workarounds and global acquisitions fuel growth.

Published August 14, 2026

XRG Enters Venezuela: ADNOC Arm Takes Equal Stake in Loran Gas Licence with bp

XRG, ADNOC's international arm, takes an equal stake with bp and UCC in Venezuela's offshore Loran gas licence: over 4 Tcf of proven gas, LNG export via Trinidad.

Published August 14, 2026

TAQA H1 2026: Profit Up 9.7% to AED 4.1 Billion, AED 899 Million Dividend Approved

TAQA H1 2026 net income rose 9.7% to AED 4.1 billion, EBITDA hit AED 11 billion, the board approved an AED 899 million dividend and capex jumped 38%.

Published August 13, 2026

Abu Dhabi’s AIREV Takes Its AI Agent Platform Global on Qualcomm Dragonwing

Abu Dhabi's AIREV will integrate its OnDemand platform, 4 million users and 300+ AI agents, into Qualcomm Dragonwing products for sovereign AI deployments worldwide.

Published August 13, 2026

UAE-Built AI Satellite Altair-1 Heads to the US for October 2026 Launch

Altair-1, the first commercial AI-enabled satellite built in the UAE by Orbitworks, was flown to Los Angeles for an October 2026 launch, first of 10 planned.

Published August 13, 2026

du Joins MSCI Emerging Markets Index: What It Means for UAE Markets

du joins the MSCI Emerging Markets Index on 1 September 2026 after H1 net profit of AED 1.6 billion, up 12.6%. What inclusion means for UAE markets.

Published August 13, 2026

ADX Opens Live Market Data to ChatGPT and Claude: A First for MENA

ADX became the first MENA exchange to connect live market data to ChatGPT and Claude via an MCP server. Plans from free to AED 49.99 per month.

Published August 13, 2026

UAE Islamic Finance Strategy: AED 2.56 Trillion in Assets by 2031

UAE plans to nearly double Islamic banking assets to AED 2.56 trillion by 2031, with fee exemptions and legal certainty. What it means for business.

Published August 13, 2026

UAE Top 10 Developers Sell AED 113.7 Billion in H1 2026

Top-10 UAE developers sold AED 113.7 billion of property in H1 2026. Modon leads with AED 23 billion, ahead of Emaar. Full rankings and what they mean.

Published August 13, 2026

Etihad Rail Turns Fujairah Into a Property Hotspot: 20-30% Price Growth Expected Near Stations

Etihad Rail's passenger launch set a Fujairah record: 8,337 property searches in July 2026, with 20-30% price growth forecast near stations by 2029-2031.

Published August 13, 2026

Dubai to Launch Rent Now, Pay Later: Annual Rent in Interest-Free Monthly Instalments From September 2026

Dubai Land Department and a partner bank launch Rent Now, Pay Later in September 2026: annual rent paid to the landlord upfront, repaid at 0% over 12 months.

Published August 13, 2026

Abu Dhabi Property Sales Break 2025 Record by Mid-August 2026

Abu Dhabi residential sales hit AED 86.3 billion by mid-August 2026, beating 2025's full-year total. Buyers from 116 countries, supply running short.

Published August 13, 2026

Global Partners Raises $300 Million for Dubai Creek Gardens with the UAE’s First Westin and Renaissance Residences

Global Partners raised over $300 million for Fund II to deliver Dubai Creek Gardens, a new district with the UAE's first Westin and Renaissance branded residences.

Published August 12, 2026

Mubadala Raises Its Aldar Stake to 28.03%: Sovereign Capital Doubles Down on Abu Dhabi Real Estate

Mubadala raised its stake in Aldar from 27.01% to 28.03%, buying about 78.6 million shares on ADX as the developer's quarterly profit grew 10% to AED 2.16 billion.

Published August 12, 2026

DEWA Posts Record H1 2026: AED 3.33 Billion Profit and AED 3.1 Billion Dividend by October

DEWA posted record H1 2026 results: AED 14.86 billion revenue, AED 3.33 billion net profit, up 15%, plus an AED 3.1 billion dividend due by late October.

Published August 12, 2026

UAE’s Jaywan Card Goes Global: 183 Countries via UnionPay Partnership

Al Etihad Payments and UnionPay International signed MoUs enabling Jaywan cards at 100 million POS and 1.8 million ATMs across 183 countries.

Published August 12, 2026

talabat Raises 2026 Outlook as H1 Platform Volume Hits $5.6 Billion

Dubai-listed talabat raised its 2026 guidance: GMV growth 13-15%, net income $325-355 million, after H1 GMV grew 15% to $5.6 billion.

Published August 12, 2026

Presight Q2 2026: Profit Jumps 30.2% as AI Contracts Reach AED 2.5 Billion

Abu Dhabi AI company Presight grew Q2 2026 profit 30.2% to AED 116.8 million, signed AED 2.5 billion in new contracts and built a AED 4.9 billion backlog.

Published August 12, 2026

Wynn Al Marjan Island Reveals 550-Metre Beachfront: Lagoon, Reef and Three Beaches Ahead of 2027 Opening

Wynn Al Marjan Island completes its 550-metre beachfront: three beaches, a sheltered lagoon and a 319-metre reef ahead of the September 2027 opening.

Published August 12, 2026

UAE Sets FDI Record: AED 177.3 Billion and 9th Place Globally Ahead of AIM Congress 2026

Record AED 177.3 billion FDI inflows in 2025 lift the UAE to 9th globally, with 1,562 greenfield projects. AIM Congress 2026 opens in Dubai September 7.

Published August 12, 2026

UAE Worker Protection in Numbers: MoHRE Schemes Pay Out More Than AED 832 Million

UAE worker protection schemes paid out over AED 832 million: AED 320 million to 44,000+ workers and AED 512 million in unemployment insurance since 2024.

Published August 11, 2026

Tabreed Approves 5 Fils Interim Dividend as H1 2026 Cash Flow Rises 40%

Tabreed approved a 5 fils interim dividend for H1 2026 after operating cash flow rose 40% to AED 632 million. Revenue hit AED 1.13 billion, capacity grew 15%.

Published August 11, 2026

DECE 2026: Dubai Hosts Its First Environment Conference and Exhibition on 7-8 September

Dubai hosts its first Environment Conference and Exhibition (DECE 2026) on 7-8 September at Grand Hyatt: six tracks from circular economy to environmental AI.

Published August 11, 2026

UAE Music Licensing From December 2026: What Restaurants, Hotels and Malls Must Do

From 1 December 2026 UAE restaurants, hotels, malls and gyms need an annual music licence via EMRA or Music Nation. Who must register, exemptions, how to prepare.

Published August 11, 2026

Emirates Group Opens 100+ Jobs: Pilot Packages Reach AED 1.2 Million Tax-Free

Emirates Group opens 100+ jobs across IT, engineering, operations and customer service. Pilot packages reach AED 1.2 million a year tax-free, with housing and benefits.

Published August 11, 2026

Hills Advertising Invests AED 1 Billion to Digitise Dubai’s Outdoor Advertising

Hills Advertising invests up to AED 1 billion to digitise Dubai outdoor advertising with Mada Media: 20 flagship bridges convert to digital platforms.

Published August 11, 2026

Sheikh Zayed Road Widened to Seven Lanes Near Burj Khalifa: Capacity Up 17%

RTA added a seventh lane on a 2 km stretch of Sheikh Zayed Road near Burj Khalifa: capacity up 17%, peak journey times down by up to 10%.

Published August 11, 2026

UAE VAT and Cryptocurrency: FTA Sets Rules for Converting Digital Currency into Dirhams

FTA Directive No. 3 of 2026: businesses accepting crypto convert values into AED using the average rate of three approved exchanges at the date and time of each deal.

Published August 11, 2026

ADNOC L&S Posts Record $951 Million Quarterly Profit and Raises 2026 Guidance a Third Time

Record Q2 2026 for ADNOC L&S: net profit $951 million, up 303%, revenue $2.58 billion, up 98%, and a third upgrade of full-year 2026 guidance.

Published August 11, 2026

Edenred UAE Secures In-Principle CBUAE Approval for Stored Value Facility Licence

Edenred UAE, which processes salaries for 2.5 million workers, secured in-principle Central Bank approval for a stored value facility licence.

Published August 10, 2026

Abu Dhabi and Dubai Unify Parking: Q Mobility and Parkin Sign Digital Integration MoU

Abu Dhabi's Q Mobility and Dubai's Parkin signed an MoU to connect digital parking ecosystems: unified access, payments and AI demand forecasting.

Published August 10, 2026

Former Dubai Zoo Site to Become a 90-Home Premium Rental Community

Shamal Holding appointed Dutco to build 90 low-rise rental homes on the former Dubai Zoo site in Jumeirah 1, with a central park and mature trees.

Published August 10, 2026

Emirates NBD Partners With Dubai Future District Fund on AI and FinTech

Emirates NBD will pilot AI and fintech solutions from the AED 1 billion Dubai Future District Fund portfolio, from fraud detection to SME banking.

Published August 10, 2026

Abu Dhabi Rolls Out Free UAE Visas for Indian Tourists

Abu Dhabi covers the full UAE entry visa cost for Indian tourists booking 3+ hotel nights between August 1 and October 31, 2026, up to 20,000 visas in a pilot.

Published August 10, 2026

Dubai-it Award Opens Nominations for Its First Edition

Dubai’s first Dubai-it Award accepts nominations on dubai-it.ae until September 10, 2026: three segments, 10 fields, achievements of the past four years.

Published August 10, 2026

Ras Al Khaimah Breaks Tourism Record as Wynn Al Marjan Ramps Up Mass Hiring

Ras Al Khaimah set a tourism record with 670,000 visitors in H1 2026, and Wynn Al Marjan is hiring up to 3,000 staff. What the RAK boom means for business.

Published August 10, 2026

Dubai Opens New Al Qudra Road Bridge, Cutting Intersection Wait Times by 85%

RTA opened a 700-metre four-lane bridge at Al Qudra Road: waits down 85%, journeys down 70% for over 400,000 residents of Dubai's southern communities.

Published August 9, 2026

Dubai to Issue Villa Building Permits in Minutes With New AI System

Dubai Municipality is building an AI system that checks villa drawings against the Building Code and issues construction permits in minutes, not days.

Published August 9, 2026

Khorfakkan Port to Receive Record 6,068 BYD EVs From Shenzhen

A record 6,068 BYD electric vehicles head to Sharjah's Khorfakkan Port on the first sailing of a direct Shenzhen route cutting transit by 3-5 days.

Published August 9, 2026

Dubai Opens New Oud Metha Tunnel: Corridor Travel Times to Drop From 20 to 5 Minutes

RTA opened a 260-metre tunnel linking Dubai-Al Ain Road with Oud Metha, part of a corridor upgrade cutting travel times from 20 minutes to 5. Business impact.

Published August 9, 2026

Sharjah Launches the Region’s First Museum for Contemporary Crafts

Sharjah has launched the Irthi Museum, the region's first museum of contemporary craft and the result of a decade of the Irthi Council programme.

Published August 8, 2026

Emirates Road Upgrade: AED 750 Million to Cut Travel Times by 45%

The UAE is widening 25 km of Emirates Road to five lanes for AED 750 million: capacity up 65%, journey times down by up to 45%, completion by autumn 2027.

Published August 8, 2026

UAE Starts Building First High-Speed Rail: Abu Dhabi to Dubai in 30 Minutes

Construction of the UAE's first high-speed rail line has begun: 150 km, 320 km/h, Abu Dhabi to Dubai in 30 minutes by 2031. What it means for business.

Published August 7, 2026

DP World to Build €100 Million Cold Chain Hub in Port of Antwerp

DP World will build an 83,000 sq m temperature-controlled logistics hub next to its Antwerp Gateway terminal, investing up to €100 million by Q2 2028.

Published August 5, 2026

Dubai Ranked World’s No. 2 Intelligent City and No. 1 in AI Adoption by BCG

BCG's first Intelligent Cities Index ranks Dubai 2nd of 61 cities worldwide and 1st globally in AI adoption. What the result means for business.

Published August 5, 2026

UAE-Based Moove Valued at $2.1 Billion After Mubadala Leads $250 Million Round

UAE-based Moove raised $250 million led by Mubadala at a $2.1 billion valuation. Funds go to autonomous fleets, Nests depots and a threefold staff increase.

Published August 5, 2026

ADNOC Distribution Posts Record $568 Million First-Half Profit

ADNOC Distribution posted a record $568 million H1 2026 net profit, up 59%, approved a $175 million dividend and moves on a $1 billion Shell deal.

Published August 5, 2026

UAE Business Activity at Four-Month High as PMI Rises to 52.7 and Hiring Returns

UAE non-oil PMI rose to 52.7 in July 2026, a four-month high. Hiring returned to growth and new orders hit a five-month peak. What it means for business.

Published August 5, 2026

Wynn Al Marjan Island Opens September 2027 as Cost Hits $5.7 Billion

Wynn Al Marjan Island opens September 2027, cost up to $5.7 billion. Why the UAE's first licensed gaming resort matters for business in Ras Al Khaimah.

Published August 5, 2026

UAE Economy Grows 3% in Q1 2026 as Non-Oil Share Hits 79.4%

UAE Q1 2026 GDP reached AED 485 billion, up 3%. Non-oil sector now 79.4% of the economy, finance grew 17.3%, non-oil exports up 23.9% in H1.

Published August 4, 2026

Whoop opens UAE office: $10.1 billion fitness-tech unicorn picks the Emirates as its growth hub

Whoop, the $10.1 billion fitness-tech unicorn backed by Mubadala, opens a UAE office and adds Arabic support. Why global tech keeps landing in the Emirates.

Published August 4, 2026

UAE-UK Trade Tops $30 Billion as UK-GCC FTA Talks Conclude

Annual UAE-UK trade has passed $30 billion with over 14,000 active UK exporters. What the concluded UK-GCC FTA means for business in the Emirates.

Published August 4, 2026

DIFC Opens Its SPV Regime to Every Applicant Under New 2026 Rules

Since 24 July 2026 any applicant can set up a DIFC Prescribed Company (SPV) through a licensed corporate services provider. What changed and what it costs.

Published August 4, 2026

Dubai Launches Autonomous Logistics Lab With Rollout by End of 2027

Dubai Future Foundation and Oxa launch the Autonomous Logistics Future Lab via JV SHIFFT: driverless port and airport logistics, first rollout by end 2027.

Published August 3, 2026

Dubai’s Shared Housing Law Takes Effect on 26 August 2026

Dubai Law No. 4 of 2026 takes effect 26 August: shared housing only with Dubai Municipality permits, fines up to AED 1 million, one year to comply.

Published August 3, 2026

UAE Makes Educational Document Attestation Fully Digital in 2 Hours

UAE MOFA now attests educational certificates fully online within 2 working hours. Which documents qualify and what it means for visas and hiring.

Published August 3, 2026

ADNOC Sets AI-Powered Drilling Record: 6,428 Feet in 24 Hours

ADNOC drilled 6,428 feet in 24 hours through complex carbonate rock, a record powered by its Real-Time Intelligence Centre and AI analytics.

Published August 2, 2026

UAE Holds 57% of Boeing’s Middle East Order Backlog: 530 Aircraft on Order

UAE airlines hold more than 530 of Boeing's 938 Middle East orders. Emirates awaits 270 777X jets as Etihad and flydubai drive the region's demand.

Published August 2, 2026

Dubai Public Transport Hits 348 Million Rides in H1 2026: What It Means for Business

RTA counted 348.1 million journeys on Dubai's public transport, taxis and shared mobility in H1 2026, with the metro carrying 136.5 million passengers.

Published August 2, 2026

Emirates NBD Buys HSBC Egypt’s Retail Business: UAE Banks Go Regional

Emirates NBD is acquiring HSBC Egypt's retail banking business: customers, branches, ATMs and staff, with completion expected in H2 2027.

Published August 2, 2026

Abu Dhabi to Sow 10 Million Seeds From the Air: AI and Drones Green the Desert

Abu Dhabi will disperse over 10 million native seeds by drone and aircraft in 2026-2027, with AI and satellites choosing seeding points and tracking growth.

Published August 2, 2026

A Month of Etihad Rail: Nearly Full Trains and a New Boom in Fujairah

One month after launch, Etihad Rail trains between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah run nearly full, lifting hotels and car hire. Ten stations by March 2027.

Published July 31, 2026

Dubai Population Passes 4.5 Million: 7.5% Growth and 6.39 Million in the City by Day

Dubai reached 4.58 million residents by end of 2025, up 7.5% in a year, with 6.39 million in the city by day. What record growth means for business.

Published July 31, 2026

UAE President Arrives in Belgrade: European Tour Deepens UAE-Serbia Economic Ties

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed arrived in Belgrade on 30 July 2026 after Slovakia: talks with Vucic on investment, trade and renewables under the UAE-Serbia CEPA.

Published July 30, 2026

UAE Banks Deferred AED 13.5 Billion in Loan Repayments as Sector Health Hits Records

CBUAE reports AED 13.5 billion in loan deferrals for 135,031 customers under the March 2026 package, while bad loans fall to a record low of 2.8%.

Published July 30, 2026

ADNOC Drilling Approves $262.5 Million Dividend After Record Quarter

ADNOC Drilling approves a $262.5 million Q2 2026 dividend after record revenue of $1.23 billion. What the payout means for UAE investors and business.

Published July 30, 2026

Montenegro Opens Visa-Free Entry for UAE Residents: 10 Days Until 1 October 2026

Montenegro grants visa-free entry to UAE residents with 3+ years of residency: 10-day stays until 1 October 2026, direct flydubai flights to Tivat.

Published July 30, 2026

TECOM Group H1 2026: Profit Up 9%, AED 440 Million Dividend and 97% Occupancy

TECOM Group H1 2026: revenue AED 1.5 billion (+11%), profit AED 805 million (+9%), AED 440 million dividend and 97% occupancy. What it means for business.

Published July 30, 2026

Emirates Starts Accepting Crypto for Flights via Crypto.com Pay

From 28 July 2026 Emirates accepts crypto for tickets via Crypto.com Pay on its website and app, with AED settlement, part of Dubai's cashless push.

Published July 29, 2026

UAE Merger Control Goes Live on 30 July 2026: What Dealmakers Must Know

From 30 July 2026 M&A deals with AED 300 million UAE turnover or 40% market share need Ministry of Economy clearance before closing. Key rules and deadlines.

Published July 29, 2026

DIFC Passes 10,000 Active Companies for the First Time

DIFC hit 10,018 active companies in H1 2026, up 30% in a year, with AI and FinTech up 39% and foundations up 67%. Why the milestone matters for business.

Published July 29, 2026

Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Opens on 11 December 2026: The Saadiyat Cultural District Is Complete

Abu Dhabi confirms Guggenheim opening on 11 December 2026: Frank Gehry's largest museum completes the Saadiyat Cultural District. What it means for business.

Published July 29, 2026

Revolut Prepares UAE Launch After Central Bank Licences

Revolut secured CBUAE stored value and retail payment licences plus a VARA nod and is preparing UAE launch: accounts, cards, international transfers.

Published July 29, 2026

Fertiglobe Proposes Record $150 Million Dividend After Q2 Profit Jumps 12.5x

Fertiglobe proposes an H1 2026 dividend of at least $150 million, up 20%, after Q2 net profit jumped 12.5x. Returns since the 2021 IPO reach $3 billion.

Published July 28, 2026

Abu Dhabi Finance Week Returns on 7-10 December 2026 at ADGM

ADFW returns 7-10 December 2026 at ADGM: 800+ speakers, 70+ events, 35,000+ participants and the theme The Capital Community, Powered by Partnerships.

Published July 28, 2026

UAE Rentals Move Beyond Post-Dated Cheques: GCC’s First Rental Guarantee

dubizzle Group invests in Takeem: the GCC's first rental guarantee covers up to 6 months of unpaid rent and enables monthly payments instead of cheques.

Published July 28, 2026

UAE Space Agency Gives Companies 90 Days to Obtain Licences

UAE Space Agency: 90 days from 27 July 2026 for all space sector operators to obtain licences under Federal Decree-Law No. 46 of 2023. Deadline 25 October.

Published July 28, 2026

Dubai Gold Climbs Again: 24K at AED 493.50, AED 9.50 Off July Peak

Dubai 24K gold reached AED 493.50 per gram on 27 July 2026, AED 9.50 off the July peak, as spot gold topped $4,100 ahead of the Fed decision.

Published July 27, 2026

Etihad and Africa World Airlines Open a West Africa Corridor

Etihad and Africa World Airlines signed an MoU on codeshare, cargo and loyalty, linking Abu Dhabi with Accra, Kumasi, Lagos and Abuja before 2027 flights.

Published July 27, 2026

Al Ain Hosts First Rutab Festival with AED 5 Million in Prizes

The first Al Ain Rutab Festival brings 19 competitions and AED 5 million in prizes: what state support for date farming means for UAE food business.

Published July 27, 2026

Sheikh Hamdan Grants AED 1 Million to Dubai Date Festival Participants

Sheikh Hamdan directed an AED 1 million grant to Dubai Date Festival participants: what two years of state support mean for UAE food businesses.

Published July 27, 2026

UAE Reaches 38 CEPA Agreements: A Trade Network Built in Five Years

The UAE has concluded 38 CEPA agreements since September 2021: how the network works, the numbers behind it and how UAE-based companies can use it.

Published July 27, 2026

UAE Delivers 938 Tonnes of Gaza Aid in Five Convoys in a Week

Five UAE convoys with 76 trucks delivered 938 tonnes of food, shelter and water tanks to Gaza in a week under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3.

Published July 26, 2026

Emaar Leads Dubai Developer Sales by Value, Azizi by Volume

fäm Properties: top-10 Dubai developers closed 36,808 home sales worth AED 86.8 billion in 2026 so far. Emaar leads by value, Azizi leads by volume.

Published July 26, 2026

Wadi Wurayah Becomes the UAE’s First UNESCO Natural Heritage Site

Unesco inscribed Wadi Wurayah National Park in Fujairah on 25 July 2026: 1,099 species, a 90 million year old ophiolite and the UAE’s only permanent waterfall.

Published July 25, 2026

DXB Tops the World for International Seat Capacity in July

OAG data puts Dubai first worldwide in July 2026 with 4.35 million international seats, ahead of Heathrow, and 18 per cent above July 2025.

Published July 25, 2026

UAE and Canada Conclude CEPA Talks in a Record 47 Days

The UAE and Canada closed CEPA talks in 47 days, Canada's fastest ever: clean energy, data centres, aviation, agri-food and critical minerals.

Published July 25, 2026

DXB Launches Instant Smart Gates Eligibility Check for Travellers

Dubai Airports and GDRFA Dubai let travellers confirm Smart Gates eligibility in seconds via Pocket Flights or terminal QR codes, with no app and no fee.

Published July 25, 2026

Dubai Millionaire Count Reaches 81,200 and 18th in the World

Dubai now has 81,200 millionaires, 237 centi-millionaires and 20 billionaires after 102% growth in a decade, climbing from 21st to 18th worldwide.

Published July 25, 2026

Blackstone Plans a Dubai Return with a DIFC Office

Blackstone, managing $1.35 trillion, plans a DIFC office six years after moving its Gulf base to Abu Dhabi. What the return signals for UAE business.

Published July 25, 2026

Mubadala Capital Puts a Private Markets Fund on the Blockchain in Coinbase Deal

Mubadala Capital tokenised a private markets fund across Base, Solana and Sui, with Coinbase investing $75m through Abu Dhabi fintech Kaio.

Published July 24, 2026

UAE Corporate Tax: File Your First Return by 31 July 2026 to Waive the AED 10,000 Penalty

File your first UAE Corporate Tax return by 31 July 2026 to waive the AED 10,000 late-registration penalty. Already paid? It is refunded on EmaraTax.

Published July 24, 2026

UAE Overhauls Its Statistics System and Rebases GDP to 2024

Sheikh Mohammed approved a national statistics overhaul: a 2024 base year, GDP rebuilt from 2010 to 2026, UN standards and tax data feeding the numbers.

Published July 24, 2026

FAB Posts AED 10.73 Billion H1 2026 Profit as Lending Grows 7%

First Abu Dhabi Bank reported AED 10.73 billion net profit for H1 2026, with the loan book up 7% to AED 661 billion and new SME clients up 85%.

Published July 23, 2026

Etihad Rail Brings Forward Madinat Zayed and Liwa Station Opening to 30 November

Etihad Rail will open the Madinat Zayed and Liwa passenger stations on 30 November 2026, a month early, extending scheduled rail into Al Dhafra.

Published July 23, 2026

Emirates NBD Posts Record AED 16.2 Billion Pre-Tax Profit for H1 2026

Emirates NBD reported record first-half 2026 pre-tax profit of AED 16.2 billion, with loans up 17% and RBL Bank adding AED 74 billion of assets.

Published July 23, 2026

MoHRE: Worker Insurance Now Required Before the Work Permit

MoHRE now requires employers to buy worker protection insurance before the work permit is issued: annual premium AED 40 to 100, cover up to AED 20,000.

Published July 23, 2026

MoHRE Names Six Cases Where a Work Injury Is Not Compensated

MoHRE named six cases in which an employee gets no work injury compensation, plus the 10-day payment deadline and the ban on dismissal before settlement.

Published July 23, 2026

DP World Signs 50-Year Concession for Two Fujairah Ports

DP World signed a 50-year concession with Fujairah Ports Authority to develop Al Rughailat and Dibba, adding 2.5 million TEU on the Arabian Sea coast.

Published July 22, 2026

Abu Dhabi Launches AED 100 Billion Marsa Al Saadiyat

Aldar launches Marsa Al Saadiyat in Abu Dhabi: AED 100 billion, 6.4 million sq m, the emirate largest marina and homes for 58,000. What it means for business.

Published July 22, 2026

Adnoc Approves $6.2 Billion Umm Shaif Gas Cap Development

Adnoc took a $6.2 billion final investment decision on the Umm Shaif gas cap with TotalEnergies, Eni and CNPC, over 600 million scfd of gas from 2030.

Published July 22, 2026

ADIA Anchors India’s SBI Funds Management IPO

Abu Dhabi’s ADIA became an anchor investor in the SBI Funds Management IPO, listing on 21 July 2026. What UAE sovereign capital abroad means for business.

Published July 21, 2026

UAE Launches GulfGotTalents Creative Hiring Platform

GulfGotTalents, a new UAE marketplace, connects brands and agencies with verified models, actors and influencers, over 5,500 casting projects served.

Published July 21, 2026

UAE Presses Ahead With Megaprojects, Signalling Investor Confidence

The UAE keeps building: AED 55 billion airport contracts, the AED 20.5 billion Blue Line metro, Palm Jebel Ali and Etihad Rail. What it means for investors.

Published July 21, 2026

UAE Rolls Out Jaywan National Payment Cards Through Banks

The UAE Central Bank began nationwide issuance of Jaywan cards on 20 July 2026. What the sovereign payment scheme means for businesses and banking.

Published July 20, 2026

UAE Non-Oil Foreign Trade Hits Record AED 1.937 Trillion in H1 2026

UAE non-oil foreign trade grew 13.1% to a record AED 1.937 trillion in H1 2026, with non-oil exports at an all-time high of AED 452.8 billion.

Published July 20, 2026

Dubai’s Last-Mile Transport Plan: 25 Districts, 63 Stops by 2030

Dubai's RTA unveiled a five-year plan to link 25 residential districts with 63 public transport stops by 2030, with 96.9 million bike and e-scooter trips in 2025.

Published July 19, 2026

IMF Sees UAE Economy Rebounding in Second Half of 2026

The IMF expects the UAE economy to rebound in H2 2026 on recovering oil exports after the OPEC exit, with June crude shipments at 3.94 million bpd.

Published July 19, 2026

Abu Dhabi Real Estate Hits Record AED 117 Billion in H1 2026

Abu Dhabi's property market posted a record H1 2026: AED 117 billion in transactions and a 309% jump in foreign investment to AED 13.8 billion.

Published July 18, 2026

e& Reshapes Its Portfolio: Holding Companies, Subsidiaries and SPVs in the UAE

e& is scaling back non-core investments after its Vodafone and Careem exits. What holding companies, subsidiaries and SPVs mean, and the compliance behind a UAE asset sale.

Published July 17, 2026

Dubai Ready-Home Deals Surge 46.8% in June 2026

Dubai ready-home transactions jumped 46.8% in June 2026, the strongest monthly rise in three years, while prices eased. What it means for business buyers.

Published July 16, 2026

US Lifts Export Controls on AI Chips and Defence Tech for the UAE

The US moved the UAE into Country Group A:5, allowing licence-free exports of advanced AI chips, servers, satellites and select defence tech. What it means for business.

Published July 15, 2026

DP World Reported to Plan a Fujairah Port to Bypass the Strait of Hormuz

DP World is reported to be in talks to build a Fujairah port and container terminal, so cargo can bypass the Strait of Hormuz and move overland to Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Published July 14, 2026

Golden Visa at the Point of Sale: Dubai Holding Builds Residency into Property Purchases

Dubai Holding now builds Golden Visa and investor-residency guidance into property purchases at Nakheel and Meraas, with the AED 2 million threshold for a 10-year visa.

Published July 13, 2026

Dubai’s AED 18 Billion Package and the New Unified Investor Register

Dubai approved a AED 18 billion package including a Unified Investor Register that lets companies operate across free zones and mainland without re-registering.

Published July 12, 2026

Dubai Q1 2026 GDP: What Record Growth Means for Investors

Dubai's economy grew to AED 232 billion in Q1 2026, led by trade, finance and real estate. For foreign investors, the numbers signal where to focus when setting up a compan…

Published July 11, 2026

DP World Buys 700 Trucks: What It Means for UAE Trade

DP World is adding 700 trucks to its GCC road network. What the growing Gulf land corridors mean for trading and re-export through the UAE.

Published July 10, 2026

Company Setup in Dubai for Foreign Investors: Free Zone, Mainland, Banking and Visas

Dubai Chambers' Shanghai roundtable highlights Dubai's active push to attract foreign investors under the D33 agenda. For international founders, successful market entry re…

Published July 9, 2026

Dubai Property Registration Goes Digital: Tamallak+

Published: 2026-07-08 Buying property in Dubai used to mean paperwork, queues and waiting. That picture is now out of date. On 8 July 2026 the Dubai Land Department won the…

Published July 8, 2026

DMCC Future of Trade 2026: UAE as a Trade Hub

Published: 2026-07-07 Global trade is no longer defined by predictability, and that is exactly why the UAE keeps rising up the rankings. DMCC presented its flagship Future …

Published July 7, 2026

Import/Export Company in Dubai: Customs Clearance, Logistics and Trade Setup

Dubai Customs and Emirates SkyCargo's logistics bridge highlights Dubai's role as a trade hub. Here is what founders should prepare before opening an import/export or tradi…

Published July 6, 2026

Dubai Real Estate H1 2026: Record Half-Year Sales

Published: 2026-07-05 Dubai closed the first half of 2026 with one of the strongest property markets in its history: 86,005 transactions worth AED 286.43 billion, the secon…

Published July 5, 2026

DMCC Honey Centre: What Dubai’s New Commodity Ecosystem Means for Food Trading Companies

DMCC’s partnership with Naturalim France Miel shows how Dubai is building specialised commodity ecosystems around quality, traceability, packaging and export potential. For…

Published July 4, 2026

UAE-Ukraine CEPA 2026: Duty-Free Trade Begins

Published: 2026-06-30 A new trade corridor is opening for companies based in the UAE. On 2026-06-30, The National reported that the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agree…

Published June 30, 2026

Emaar Unveils Dubai Estate: AED 200bn Masterplan

Published: 2026-06-21 Dubai rarely does anything small, but even by its own standards the latest announcement stands out. Emaar Properties has unveiled Dubai Estate, an AED…

Published June 21, 2026

Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Air Mobility Push: eVTOL 2026

Published: 2026-06-19 Abu Dhabi is laying the groundwork for one of the newest frontiers in aviation: advanced air mobility. On 2026-06-19, Gulf News reported that the Abu …

Published June 19, 2026

UAE Launches First Retail T-Sukuk: Invest from AED 1,000

Published: 2026-06-18 The UAE has taken another step toward a deeper, more inclusive capital market. The Ministry of Finance has unveiled the country’s first Sovereig…

Published June 18, 2026

UAE Central Bank Holds Rate at 3.65%: Business Impact

Published: 2026-06-17 On 17 June 2026 the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) kept its base rate unchanged at 3.65%, following the US Federal Reserve’s decision to hold. …

Published June 17, 2026

DMCC Deepens Digital-Asset Ecosystem: Tether MoU

Published: 2026-06-15 DMCC, Dubai’s largest free zone and one of the most active hubs for digital-asset businesses in the region, is deepening its crypto and tokeniza…

Published June 15, 2026

Hormuz Risk Eases: What It Means for UAE Re-Export

Published: 2026-06-14 For any company that trades through the UAE, the health of nearby shipping lanes is a bottom-line issue. In mid-June, that picture improved. After the…

Published June 14, 2026

UAE WPS Salary Rule 2026: New 1st-of-Month Deadline

Published: 2026-06-10 Paying staff in the UAE just got a firmer deadline. Under Ministerial Resolution No. 340 of 2026, issued jointly by the Ministry of Human Resources an…

Published June 10, 2026

UAE 2025 Economy Results and Record 2026 Budget

Published: 2026-06-07 On 2026-06-07 the UAE Ministry of Finance closed the books on 2025 with a set of numbers that read like a case for the country itself. Growth accelera…

Published June 7, 2026

UAE-US Investment Partnership Deepens in 2026

Published: 2026-06-05 On 2026-06-05 the UAE and the United States moved another step closer, with a high-level meeting that confirmed one of the largest cross-border invest…

Published June 5, 2026

UAE Non-Oil Economy May 2026: PMI and Property

Published: 2026-06-03 The UAE’s non-oil economy kept its momentum in May 2026, and the data behind that headline is worth reading closely if you are thinking about op…

Published June 3, 2026

UAE New Civil Code 2026: What Changes for Business

Published: 2026-06-01 On 1 June 2026 the United Arab Emirates put into force Federal Decree-Law No. 25 of 2025, the largest overhaul of its civil and contract law since the…

Published June 1, 2026

Dubai-Ethiopia Trade Mission: Springboard to Africa

Published: 2026-05-24 Dubai has never been content to sit at the crossroads of trade by accident. On 24 May 2026 the Dubai Chamber of Commerce concluded a trade mission to …

Published May 24, 2026

Zand and DWTC Free Zone: Easier Business Banking

Published: 2026-05-22 For anyone who has set up a company in a UAE free zone, one hurdle tends to loom larger than the rest: opening a corporate bank account. The licence c…

Published May 22, 2026

Dubai Customs Center of Excellence: What It Means

Published: 2026-05-21 Dubai has taken another deliberate step to cement its position as a global trade and logistics hub. On 21 May 2026 Dubai Customs and the University of…

Published May 21, 2026

UAE-India CEPA at Four Years: What It Means

Published: 2026-05-20 Four years is long enough to tell whether a trade agreement is working. In May 2026 the UAE and India marked the fourth anniversary of their Comprehen…

Published May 20, 2026

Win Your Home in Dubai: Retail and the D33 Agenda

Published: 2026-05-19 A city-wide retail campaign that gives shoppers a chance to win a home might read as pure consumer marketing. Look closer and it is something more str…

Published May 19, 2026

Dubai Customs Green Corridor: Trade Resilience

Published: 2026-05-17 When sea routes falter, trade does not have to stop. In the spring of 2026 Dubai proved the point: as disruption hit maritime shipping lanes, Dubai Cu…

Published May 17, 2026

UAE Golden Visa for Families 2026: 167,000 Issued

Published: 2026-05-16 New figures from the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai put a hard number on something families already sense: the UAE G…

Published May 16, 2026

Modi’s UAE Visit 2026: 7 Deals Deepen India Ties

Published: 2026-05-15 Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit to Abu Dhabi has pushed the UAE-India relationship into a new phase. The two governments signe…

Published May 15, 2026

US-UAE Investment 2026: $100bn Deals and Jobs Growth

Published: 2026-05-12 In the year since the US presidential visit reset the tone of Gulf diplomacy, the United States and the United Arab Emirates have announced more than …

Published May 12, 2026

UAE-Syria Business Forum and the Tartus Port Deal

Published: 2026-05-11 A market that was closed for well over a decade is reopening, and the UAE is positioning itself at the front of the queue. The first UAE-Syria Busines…

Published May 11, 2026

UAE Pass Now Required for Dubai Customs Declarations

Published: 2026-05-10 From 10 May 2026, filing a customs declaration on the Dubai Trade portal changed in a way every importer and exporter needs to understand. Submitting …

Published May 10, 2026

UAE-Türkiye CEPA: $45.2bn Non-Oil Trade for Traders

Published: 2026-05-09 The trade relationship between the UAE and Türkiye has moved from ambition to hard numbers. Non-oil trade between the two countries has now passed $45…

Published May 9, 2026

UAE Industrial Deals 2026: AED 171bn at the Forum

Published: 2026-05-08 The Make it in the Emirates forum has closed, and the figure it leaves behind is hard to ignore: AED 171 billion in deals, roughly $46.56 billion. For…

Published May 8, 2026

Al Selmiyyah: Abu Dhabi’s Defence Free Zone

Published: 2026-05-06 Abu Dhabi is adding a new and highly specialised address to its industrial map. Tawazun Council and AD Ports Group are creating the Al Selmiyyah Defen…

Published May 6, 2026

Make it in the Emirates 2026: UAE Industrial Base

Published: 2026-05-04 The UAE has spent the past few years turning a familiar slogan into hard numbers, and this week the country put those numbers on full display. The fif…

Published May 4, 2026

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