DP World and Al Dahra Holding, a multinational agribusiness headquartered in Abu Dhabi, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore strategic opportunities aimed at strengthening food security and advancing agri-logistics capabilities across the GCC and globally. The partnership aligns with broader regional efforts to enhance food security and build more resilient and integrated supply chains across the GCC. With the UAE importing a…

  UAE ·        Global financial leaders reaffirm confidence in UAE’s economic fundamentals, Dubai’s financial ecosystem https://bit.ly/4tuOltI ·        UAE Ministry of Investment attends SelectUSA Investment Summit https://bit.ly/42xy2RZ ·        DIFC says global finance firms are doubling down on Dubai de…

“Over the past few weeks, countries in the Middle East have been navigating a period of regional uncertainty together. During these times, the true strength of DIFC has been our clients and community. What defines us is a shared belief in long-term opportunities that Dubai and the UAE offer to access the 77 markets across the Middle East, Africa and South Asia. Together, we are building the future of finance and advancing Dubai’s jour…

H.E. Eng. Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori: “Guided by the vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the emirate is rapidly strengthening its position in the global economy.” “The exceptional number of membership renewals reflects the strong confidence the business community places in Dubai’s economy. It also highlights the stre…

The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, through its Export Assistance Programme, has signed a series of strategic Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with leading financial and logistics ecosystem players during its participation at ‘Make it in the Emirates 2026’, strengthening support for Dubai-based manufacturers and exporters seeking to expand into international markets. The MoUs highlight Dubai’s ongoing focus on enhancin…

His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Finance, met with Louis Ferla, Chief Executive Officer of Cartier, one of the world’s leading luxury jewellery and watch brands. The meeting explored opportunities for collaboration in the UAE’s luxury goods and retail sector. The discussions also highlighted the supportive business environment the countr…

  The five-year extension ensures operational continuity at one of Thailand’s leading container terminals, supporting the country’s expanding role in intra-Asian trade DP World, through its joint venture Laem Chabang International Terminal Co., Ltd. (LCIT), has secured a five-year concession extension to continue operating the B5 container berth at Laem Chabang Port. The extension comes at a time of increasing intra-Asian trad…

      Addresses gaps in fragmented and increasingly costly war risk insurance by providing continuous coverage across sea, air, port storage and inland transportation DP World has launched a first-of-its-kind cargo war risk insurance solution to help businesses navigate disruption across Middle East trade routes, where traditional insurance has become fragmented, costly and often unavailable. The solution provides continuou…

Emirates SkyCargo has further expanded its digital presence by integrating its world-class product and services on Pelicargo, a leading online platform for airfreight procurement and booking. The cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline is also the first carrier from the Middle East region to establish API connectivity with Pelicargo, enabling immediate bookings. Over the last 12 months, Emirates SkyCargo has tracked the …

  UAE ·        India and UAE review full spectrum of Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during FS Misri’s visit https://bit.ly/3QSVnuU ·        BoI (Philippines) seeking UAE tech tie-ups for RE integration projects https://bit.ly/4eufWHL ·        Sultan Al Jaber inaugurates AED 200 mn Star Paper Mill Recycled C…

  UAE ·        Presidents of UAE and Ghana discuss strengthening cooperation https://bit.ly/3Pn94lg ·        Mohammed bin Rashid visits ‘Make it in The Emirates’ exhibition in Abu Dhabi https://bit.ly/4d9ld5k ·        UAE economy to grow more than 3.1% in 2026, minister says https://bit.ly/3QWkDAj ·…

  “DIFC has always been committed to creating an environment where FinTech innovators like Sarwa can thrive. As an early participant in our DIFC FinTech Hive Accelerator, Sarwa benefited from a platform designed to accelerate growth, alongside the DFSA’s regulatory sandbox and support from the DIFC FinTech Fund. Reaching USD 1bn in client assets reflects Sarwa’s strong strategy and the fundamentals of DIFC as one of the wor…

UAE ·        UAE EtihadWE signs EPC agreement with NMDC Infra, Lantania for Fujairah I IWP 60 MIGD desalination plant https://bit.ly/42htGyd ·        UAE National Pavilion draws significant attention on opening day of 2026 International Defence and Aviation Exhibition in Istanbul https://bit.ly/4upT14X ·        du Tech&rsq…

UAE ·        Al Jaber: “UAE bold in action,” manufacturing secures future and stability https://bit.ly/4ncKHTU ·        UAE condemns Iranian drone attack on ADNOC-linked vessel https://bit.ly/4eYT9E3 ·        UAE domestic investment tops $119bn, more than double FDI inflows, Badr Jafar says https://bit.ly/4tR7T…

UAE ·        Mohammed bin Rashid launches tunnelling works for Dubai Metro Blue Line, reviews design concepts for upcoming stations https://bit.ly/4cSYlXm ·        Dubai’s Sheikh Mohammed inaugurates Dubai Metro Blue Line tunnel works https://bit.ly/4taHfKM ·        Largest-ever Make it in the Emirates opens Monday w…

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Dubai Future Foundation, has directed the expansion of Flame Tree planting across streets, homes, recreational spaces, and public parks in Dubai. His Highness shared a video celebrating the Flame Tree – known for its wide branches, green foliage, and vibrant fiery-oran…

Jad Antoun, Co-Founder and CEO of Huspy: “Dubai attracts top-tier talent. Equally important is the emirate’s innovation mindset, with both the public and private sectors showing a strong willingness to embrace new ideas.” Faisal Toukan, Co-Founder and CEO of Ziina: “What makes Dubai especially powerful as a platform for innovation and long-term growth is that vision here tends to move into execution quickly.” Fadi Am…

Diriyah Company has awarded a $490 Million (SAR 1.84 Billion) construction contract for the Saudi Arabia Museum of Contemporary Art (SAMoCA), in Diriyah. The contract has been awarded to a joint venture between Albawani Company Ltd. and Hassan Allam Construction Saudi L.L.C., reflecting Diriyah Company’s ambition to develop a major cultural destination that attracts visitors and supports long-term growth. SAMoCA is a flagship project by the…

Mascot named Amal after real turtle rescued and returned to the wild by RSG in 2021 Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind regenerative tourism destinations The Red Sea and AMAALA, has launched a new mascot and co-branded merchandise collection with global esports organization T1. Centered around Amal, a hawksbill sea turtle symbolizing hope and ocean health, the initiative is designed to engage global audiences with RSG’s regenerative …

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has launched the Mohammed bin Rashid Government Scholarships in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence. The launch establishes a new pathway to prepare specialised government leaders aligned with national priorities in the e…

Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, recently hosted the second quarterly meeting of Business Groups and Business Councils for 2026 with the participation of 64 business groups and councils. The meeting highlighted efforts and strategies to support the resilience of Dubai’s private sector and enhance the competitiveness of the emirate’s business community amid shifting gl…

UAE ·        UAE President and New Zealand Prime Minister discuss ties and regional developments in phone call https://bit.ly/428oo88 ·        UAE-Korea CEPA officially enters into force on 1st May https://bit.ly/4upEZ3u ·        Dubai SME provided AED44 million in funding to startups in 2025 https://bit.ly/4vTcblk ·…

Maha Al Gargawi: “Dubai is continuing to consolidate its position as a leading global hub for business and trade, with the resilience and full readiness to adapt to all circumstances and global developments.” Sammy Bousaba: “Intelligent logistics networks are shifting businesses from reacting to anticipating change – driving faster decisions and sharper execution as market conditions evolve.” Dubai Chamber of Commerc…

Emirates SkyCargo has launched a weekly freighter service to Toronto Pearson Airport, further strengthening air cargo links between Canada and the UAE. The new service expands cargo connectivity for Canadian businesses and supports growing bilateral trade flows. Badr Abbas, Emirates SkyCargo’s Divisional Senior Vice President said: “Our freighter service to Toronto is an important milestone for Emirates SkyCargo as we continue to stra…

New DIFC-located regional headquarters for Middle East and Africa creates capacity to double the size of existing operations to meet growing regional demand "Ripple's expansion within DIFC is a strong signal of the confidence that world-leading digital asset firms have in Dubai as a global hub for blockchain technology. Since establishing its regional headquarters here, Ripple has been a model for how digital asset firms can operate with both amb…

Emirates NBD's proposal to buy a 60 per cent stake in RBL for $3 billion was announced in October 2025 India's markets regulator has approved a change of control at RBL ​Bank, the lender said on Thursday, related ​to a proposed deal that would see ‌Dubai's Emirates NBD acquire a majority stake..... More https://bit.ly/3OXtS2t Via business-standard.com

UAE ·        UAE President, Dubai Ruler discuss enhancing bilateral relations and cooperation with King of Bahrain https://bit.ly/4n0Nxer ·        Dubai’s General Network of Government Communication highlights key pillars of effective government communication in responding to regional developments https://bit.ly/4cWwndo ·     …

  DP World strengthens its global motorsport portfolio through new multi-year collaboration in Formula E DP World announces it has been named the Official Logistics Partner of the Porsche Formula E Team in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, following its debut of the multi-year partnership earlier this season. First activated at the Madrid E-Prix in March, the collaboration brings together two global brands united by precision…

DEWA sets a new world record for service continuity HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), announced that DEWA has set a new world record for the lowest electricity customer minutes lost (CML), at just 0.82 minutes (about 49 seconds) per year. With this significant achievement, DEWA has surpassed its own previous world record of 0.94 minutes in 2024, representing an improvement of around 13%. &ld…

Bajel Projects wins Rs 400 crore MENA orders for a 500 kV transmission line, boosting its global EPC presence and supporting regional grid infrastructure expansion.   Bajel Projects, Bajaj Group’s EPC player in power transmission infrastructure, has secured two orders valued at over Rs 400 crore. In an exchange disclosure, the company said that it has received orders from a Middle East and North Africa (MENA) based international client…

UAE ·        Ministry of Economy & Tourism blocks 13,667 violating websites during first quarter https://bit.ly/4tPrOsD ·        UAE to exit OPEC and OPEC+ effective May 1, 2026 https://bit.ly/4ua4zJw ·        ADNOC’s brand value hits $21.1 billion, marking eighth year as UAE’s leading brand https://bit.ly/…

- UAE energy minister says exit is a strategic move - Suggests departure can help to meet global energy demands - Gulf leaders meet to discuss Iran war impact The United Arab Emirates on Tuesday said it was quitting OPEC, dealing a blow to the oil producers' group ​as an unprecedented energy crisis caused by the Iran war exposes discord among Gulf nations. The exit of the UAE - one of the group's biggest producers - weakens ‌OPEC's control…

The Sustainability and Innovation Centre of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) will organise the fourth cycle of the CleanTech Hackathon from 18 to 20 May, bringing together innovators from around the world to develop solutions to pressing sustainability challenges. The hackathon invites the participation of companies, entrepreneurs, university students and sustainability experts, offering a collaborative platform to address climate cha…

DIFC plays a central role in programme design, ecosystem enablement and industry placement across private banking, wealth management and FinTech “DIFC is committed to empowering UAE National talent to become future leaders in the financial services industry, including in high-growth sectors such as wealth management, private banking and FinTech. Through initiatives such as the Emirati Talent Empowerment Programme, and in collaboration w…

UAE ·        UAE named world’s best place to start a business for 5th year https://bit.ly/4tCnXyT ·        UAE ADNOC tanker crosses Hormuz, first loaded LNG shipment since Iran war: report https://bit.ly/4vWN1SK ·        Its Time! Emirates’ iconic A380 returns to Dubai with world-first Starlink Wi-Fi onboard ht…

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police have jointly announced the launch of the Personal Mobility Monitoring Unit to monitor users of personal mobility means and enforce compliance with traffic rules. The unit will begin operations on 1st May 2026 across all cycling tracks, main roads and soft mobility zones in Dubai. The initiative reflects the commitment of both entities to ensuring compliance with traffic rules and …

- Mehreen Inderyas, Chairwoman of the Dubai Delivery Business Group: “The emirate’s agile regulatory framework and strong public-private collaboration have enabled rapid response to external disruptions.” - Shahid Nadeem, Managing Director of Zone Delivery Services: “Dubai’s logistics sector doesn’t just grow; it operates with continuity under stress, which is the real differentiator.” - Manoj Tiwari, Fou…

Emirates’ flagship A380, long celebrated as one of aviation’s most iconic aircraft, is set to reach new heights as the first installation of next-generation Starlink Wi-Fi onboard has just been completed. The Emirates A380 was one of the first commercial aircraft in the world to offer internet to its customers, with first generation systems offering a total aircraft bandwidth of less than 1 Mbps.  Emirates’ installation of …

UAE ·        Sheikh Mohammed approves decisions to enhance industrial resilience, support national products https://bit.ly/42vpBXf ·        Sanadak highlights role of financial inclusion in strengthening consumer trust, financial stability https://bit.ly/3P5glpE ·        MOCCAE, ADQCC sign agreement to enhance biosecurity …

The  Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion announced the completion of the second phase of implementing the decision to combat commercial concealment. This phase targeted small and medium enterprises (SMEs) holding the “Riyada” card, as part of integrated efforts to enhance the business environment, regulate the market, and reinforce the principles of fair competition..... More https://bit.ly/49cSg79 Via ti…

Kuwait’s Public Authority for Food and Nutrition has announced a precautionary recall of several batches of Danalac goat milk infant formula following safety alerts received through the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF).  According to the advisory, affected batch numbers include multiple production runs from 2025 with expiry dates extending into 2027.... More https://bit.ly/4cxdVJs Via arabtimesonline.com

Coinciding with the Year of Family 2026, Her Highness Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, wife of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has directed the launch of a suite of initiatives aimed at bolstering social stability and family empowerment in Dubai. The initiatives are part of the second phase of the Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum Family Programme, a compre…

Umluj governorate is redefining its status on the global tourism map, leveraging its natural wealth and maritime heritage to create a sustainable, inclusive destination. Historically known as the "white city" for its pristine sands, Umluj’s modern identity is being shaped by national transformation projects and the Saudi Red Sea Authority, which aim to enhance the region's appeal for tourism and investment. The unique archipelago features o…

The mountainous coffee farms of Jazan have transformed into premier rural tourism destinations, blending traditional agriculture with immersive visitor experiences. These farms, a cornerstone of regional heritage and income, now offer interactive tours where guests can participate in harvests and witness traditional roasting techniques amidst the region's iconic terraced fields. This evolution is supported by the Ministry of Environment, Water an…

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, announced the launch of the 1 Billion Meals Dates Factory, with an annual production capacity of 150 million date-based food units. The announcement was made in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Execut…

Co-presented by Dubai Opera and MacGlobal Blue Note Records stands as one of the most influential and celebrated labels in the history of jazz. This International Jazz Day, Dubai Opera and MacGlobal proudly presents an evening honouring the timeless sound, spirit, and innovation that have defined Blue Note for generations..... More https://bit.ly/4sUuwMc

As part of the dialogue series organised by the Dubai Press Club (DPC), the club hosted an online session titled ‘The Gulf in the aftermath of the Iran ceasefire’, featuring Kuwaiti writer and media personality Mohammed Al-Mulla, and Bahraini writer and personality Sawsan Al-Sha'er, and moderated by Mohammed Al-Ahmed from Abu Dhabi Media Network.The session examined ongoing developments as the world follows efforts to ease the current…

The Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) has announced a joint venture with VOLT UAE, the regional platform established by Dutch data centre and AI factory developer VOLT. The partnership will see the development of an advanced, AI-ready data centre in Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), DIEZ’s specialised economic zone for knowledge and innovation, further strengthening Dubai’s position as a global hub for the digital economy.The …