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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
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