UAE ·        Ministry of Economy and Tourism issues 729 warnings, 216 penalties following 8,168 inspection visits to markets https://bit.ly/4c5IR32 ·        Gross banks’ assets up by 1.4% to AED 5,413.6 billion at end of January 2026: CBUAE https://bit.ly/4rOk20h ·        Dubai Chambers discusses trade, investment op…

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has reinforced its commitment to empowering People of Determination in the workplace and wider community through its Damj (Arabic for inclusion) initiative, with employee happiness among People of Determination reaching 98.02% in 2025, according to the Dubai Government Excellence Programme. Damj provides targeted support to employees, including those caring for children who are People of Determination,…

UAE ·        Business council leaders highlight Dubai’s resilience, investor confidence amid global developments https://bit.ly/4m4rKlX ·        UAE enjoys robust food security system, strong global market links: Abdulla bin Touq https://bit.ly/4bF1yJv ·        "Iranian aggressions will not undermine our resolve; UAE…

Dubai Health has inaugurated the Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) at Al Jalila Children’s Hospital. Established through Al Jalila Foundation’s The Hope Fund, the unit was developed with the generous support of Mr. Mohamed Saleh Abdulla, whose name is inscribed on the hospital’s Giving Wall. The inauguration was attended by His Excellency Dr. Amer Sharif, CEO of Dubai Health and President of Mohammed Bin Rashid Univer…

As part of Dubai’s commitment to enhancing public-private partnerships and reinforcing its position as a global hub for innovative investment opportunities, Mada Media organized the official ceremony for granting the naming rights of “National Paints” Metro Station, formerly named “Jebel Ali,” on the Red Line of the Dubai Metro. The event was attended by officials from the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), Mada Me…

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has facilitated 2,381 preliminary technical discussions prior to project application submissions in 2025 through its OWNEK platform, alongside 36,795 online technical discussions during the submission and approval phase. At least 13,101 accredited consultants and contractors benefited from the initiative’s targeted awareness sessions and instructional videos. Through videos and technical discussi…

UAE ·        Mohammed bin Rashid approves 4,631 residential land plots valued at AED5.3 billion for citizens in Dubai https://bit.ly/4sTLT04 ·        Dubai Chamber of Commerce holds 13 meetings with Business Groups and Councils to support business continuity across key economic sectors https://bit.ly/4d1y23f ·        Gulf …

Chamber continues series of meetings aimed at enhancing private sector readiness to respond to global developments “We are continuing to step up cooperation with the private sector and maintain direct coordination with all relevant entities to support companies in operating more efficiently and competitively, while ensuring business continuity across all sectors.” - H.E. Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah   - Representatives of Busi…

  The company has transported essential commodities, including fruits and vegetables, rice, eggs, meat, and staples on chartered flights and by sea over the past two weeks With over 9 million Indians living across the GCC, access to essential food items remains a key concern. Addressing this requirement, retail major Lulu Group has transported more than 8,000 tonnes of food products from India to the GCC over the past two weeks, strengt…

UAE ·        Minister of Foreign Trade engages UAE International Investors Council on long-term economic strategy initiatives https://bit.ly/3N7pU6M ·        Dubai Airports CEO says aviation hub ‘will bounce back quickly’ from Iran crisis https://bit.ly/4uG1It6 ·        Dubai’s real estate services sector…

  UAE ·        Sheikh Mohammed’s Edge of Life Ramadan campaign raises over $762 million from 44,000 contributors https://bit.ly/4sSnfNt ·        Dubai Ruler issues new decree establishing Central Grievances Committee for government employees https://bit.ly/3NHhEKM ·        Abu Dhabi strengthens global cultural s…

UAE ·       GCC Stat: GCC countries strengthen their global position in energy sector — rising oil reserves, stable gas production, progress in energy transition https://bit.ly/4du3JSG ·       Sharjah Chamber’s Tijarah 101 records strong entrepreneurial activity with 100% occupancy in Khorfakkan https://bit.ly/4sEJZjQ ·      …

AlUla serves as a vast historical environment documenting thousands of years of human evolution through rock inscriptions, ancient trade routes, and archaeological sites. These inscriptions act as a visual archive of the Arabian Peninsula's ancient lifestyles, documenting social customs, religious beliefs, and the development of writing systems such as Aramaic, Thamudic, and Nabataean. The region’s cultural identity is further defined by it…

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, issued Law No. (7) of 2026 on Dubai Police Academy. The Law defines the Academy as a centre of excellence for policing, legal, and security education, with the objective of providing highly qualified personnel to police forces, security, and military entities.According to the Law, the Dubai Police Academy aims t…

The Insetify trial offers carbon inset credits at no additional cost to qualifying DP World Ocean Freight Forwarding clients DP World is launching Insetify, a dedicated carbon inset trial for ocean freight forwarding customers in Belgium, Portugal and Sweden, to deliver immediate, measurable reductions in customers’ Scope 3 emissions across key European trade lanes. Starting 1 April, credits will be applied automatically to customers b…

Tawhid Abdullah, Chairman of Dubai Jewellery Group: - “Dubai’s gold and jewellery sector is operating at high capacity across all segments ,demonstrating resilience despite current regional and global challenges related to supply chains, logistics, and transport operations, many of which have been eased by the resumption of flights through Dubai International Airport.” - “The Government of Dubai’s unlimited support t…

UAE Attorney-General Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi has ordered the arrest of 10 defendants of various nationalities. The accused have been referred to urgent trial for publishing video clips on social media platforms containing misleading, fabricated content. This action follows the continuous monitoring of digital platforms amid regional developments. Such events have been exploited to disseminate misinformation intended to deliberately mislead the p…

Dubai Health has announced a 46% increase in kidney transplant procedures in 2025, reflecting growing community awareness of organ donation. The procedures were carried out as part of The National Programme for Donation and Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissue ‘Hayat’. The announcement coincides with World Kidney Day, observed annually on 12 March. According to the latest figures, Dubai Health physicians performed 73 successful …

Participants praised the readiness and resilience of Dubai’s business environment “We are committed to strengthening engagement with Business Groups and Business Councils, monitoring the latest developments, and coordinating with the relevant government entities to develop practical solutions to challenges that safeguard competitiveness and reinforce Dubai’s role in global trade flows.” - H.E. Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah &…

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, issued Law No. (6) of 2026 on violations, penalties, and administrative measures in the Emirate of Dubai. The Law aims to establish a clear and binding legal framework for government entities on administrative violations, penalties, and measures imposed for violations of Dubai’s laws. It also promotes…

UAE ·        Abu Dhabi urban indicators record 75 million square metres of development in 2025 https://bit.ly/4rvzYED ·        DIFC Innovation Hub, Capital.com launch “CapitalHer” https://bit.ly/4usMDe9 ·        UAE: Expired residency permits valid for entry until March 31, 2026 following new Federal Authority …

Expands global footprint to deepen engagement with institutional and wealth investors across the GCC and Africa   “ICICI Prudential AMC’s decision to establish its DIFC branch underscores the strength of Dubai as a global platform for asset and wealth managers seeking proximity to regional capital. By combining DIFC’s globally connected ecosystem and regulatory framework with ICICI Prudential AMC’s deep India …

  UAE ·        ADX trading momentum underscores market resilience, dividend appeal https://bit.ly/4bkhC3n ·        Reif Properties joins Real Estate Developers Endowment with largest contribution of AED100 million https://bit.ly/4bk9XSq ·        Ministries of Economy & Tourism, Justice launch forum on DNFBP sector…

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has issued Law No. (4) of 2026 regulating the management and occupancy of shared housing in Dubai. The provisions of the Law apply to private development zones and free zones, as well as to owners authorised to allocate their real estate units for shared housing and tenants residing in units designated for share…

I think I definitely manifested it because at the start of the year, I told my friend ‘I want to do something with a car.’ It’s something I’ve never done before. So when we got the call, we were like ‘oh my god it worked!’” recalls Narin Ammara about teaming up with Maserati to shoot this month’s cover. The match feels fitting for the Youthquake issue as Ammara is clearly pushing the pedal to the me…

UAE ·        Hamdan bin Mohammed meets with Dubai business leaders to reinforce resilience, sustain economic momentum https://bit.ly/3NjCXSp ·        Ministry of Economy confirms six-month strategic stockpile of essential goods https://bit.ly/4bhlZMF ·        Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Cyprus President discuss economic coo…

  Broadcast and match infrastructure moved across five countries to ensure venues and production teams were ready for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup DP World, a leading global provider of integrated end-to-end supply chain solutions and Global Logistics Partner of the International Cricket Council (ICC), has successfully executed a complex, multi-country logistics operation to power the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 across India a…

UAE ·        Sembcorp rebuts reports of damage to UAE power and water plant from Iranian strikes https://bit.ly/4lrsnpi ·        S&P affirms UAE ‘AA/A-1+’ ratings with stable outlook https://bit.ly/4b003qm ·        Dubai real estate: Key fundamentals continue to underpin long-term investor confidence https:…

The Community Development Authority (CDA) in Dubai has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with ‘P.O.D.FEST Global’ to launch a global-scale festival dedicated to celebrating and empowering People of Determination, reinforcing Dubai’s commitment to inclusive and sustainable social development.The partnership aligns with the objectives of the Dubai Social Agenda 33, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum,…

- Landmark 600,000 sq. ft. Grade A commercial office space delivered ahead of schedule - 100 per cent of the development pre-leased prior to handover - Exceptional demand for office space from global, regional, and existing DIFC firms - Expansion of existing clients into DIFC Square creates capacity in the highly sought-after Gate District and Gate Village   “We are pleased to announce the completion of DIFC Square ahead of schedule, u…

UAE ·        Sheikh Mohammed discusses ways to accelerate UAE’s comprehensive development journey https://bit.ly/4sBZWY7 ·        UAE consolidates its position as global hub for cross-border e-commerce https://bit.ly/46QLHpT ·        Bank of Sharjah acts as Joint Lead Manager, Bookrunner in US$600 million Sukuk issua…

The performance of Kuwait equities remained resilient in February 2026, while the performance of other GCC markets was mixed.  The Kuwait All Share Index remained flat in February, gaining 0.1%, with the banking sector index falling 0.3%. National Bank of Kuwait and Kuwait Finance House declined by 0.8% and 0.5%, respectively, for the month. Among sectors, Consumer staples gained the most in February, rising by 11.6%. Jazeera Airways registe…

Maaden reported revenue of $2.8B, an increase of 7% year-on-year (YoY), leading to an EBITDA of $1.2B (+30% YoY) and net profit attributable to shareholders of $0.5B (compared to a $28m loss in the prior year period). The quarter was underpinned by operational performance, coupled with solid commodity prices.  For the full year, Maaden reported revenue of $10.3B during FY2025, an increase of 19% y…

Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, affirmed the stability of food supplies in the UAE, noting that fruit and vegetable markets are witnessing a significant abundance of products alongside a noticeable decline in prices. Bin Touq attributed the decrease in prices to the continuous inflow of new shipments of agricultural products and crops from various countries around the world, expecting the downward trend in prices to co…

The charter cargo operation is designed to move large volumes of perishable food quickly, ensuring that fruits, vegetables and other fresh products remain available for shoppers across LuLu’s supermarket network in the UAE.  As supply chains across West Asia face mounting disruption due to ongoing regional conflict, retail giant LuLu Group International has begun flying in fresh food supplies to the United Arab Emirates on dedicated ch…

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan's statement reaffirms the nation's strength and stability amidst ongoing regional tensions. His address followed recent Iranian missile and drone strikes that targeted several Gulf countries, including the UAE -------------------- To all those who call the UAE home and guests in our beloved nation. The UAE places its security and the protection of all citizens, residents, and visitors at …

Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the special economic zone for knowledge and innovation and a member of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), has concluded the third cohort of the MIT DesignX Dubai Accelerator Program (MDXB) with a Demo Day held at DSO. The programme is delivered in collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the Global Growth Hub (GGH). The milestone marked the completion of the programme&rsq…

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, held a phone call today (Thursday) with His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Minister of Defence of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.During the call, the two sides discussed the latest developments in the region and the recent aggressions against the United Arab Emirates, the King…

  UAE ·        2PointZero Group completes majority acquisition in Italy-based ISEM packaging group for AED704 million https://bit.ly/40SBsxD ·        Limited resumption of scheduled operations: flydubai https://bit.ly/4lguD2v ·        EtihadWE affirms operations continue normally amid regional developments https://bit…

The SIIG Model is a replicable approach for others to achieve regenerative tourism Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind The Red Sea and AMAALA, today released its science-based model for delivering a 30% net conservation gain (NCG) across its regenerative destinations by 2040 – and it is making the framework publicly available for global adoption. “From the beginning, we set out to make tourism better for people and planet. Toda…

The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture has launched the Saudi strawberry season in local markets, partnering with major retailers to showcase domestic produce through innovative packaging and display, aiming to bolster the quality and reliability of national crops while meeting increasing consumer demand. Recognized as a promising sector, strawberry cultivation has expanded significantly under ministry initiatives focused on agricultu…

  UAE ·        All Jebel Ali terminals are operating normally: DP World https://bit.ly/4bnGR5T ·        TAQA confirms operations across its UAE entities remain normal in light of recent regional developments https://bit.ly/4aRPEwY ·        AD Ports Group confirms business continuity across all operations amid regional…

Dubai’s Taxi sector continued their upward momentum in 2025, achieving significant growth in ridership, fleet modernisation, and service quality. The Taxi sector alone catered to 209 million passengers with a registered fleet of 14,476 vehicles, reflecting Dubai’s commitment to providing efficient, sustainable, and technology enabled mobility options. Providing further details, Adel Shakeri, Director of Planning and Business Developme…

Salik Company PJSC (“Salik” or the “Company”), Dubai’s exclusive toll gate operator, today announced its financial results for the three-month and year-ended December 31, 2025 (“Q4 2025” and “FY 2025”). Total revenue for FY 2025 increased 35.1% year-on-year (“YoY”) to AED 3,096.9 million, supported by a 26.3% YoY increase in Q4 2025 revenue. EBITDA increased by 35.8% in FY 2025, to…

UAE ·        UAE markets to reopen March 4: DFM, ADX resume trading with temporary 5% limit down https://bit.ly/46CSh3d ·        India’s SpiceJet announces special flights from Fujairah to India amid ongoing regional conflict https://bit.ly/4rsAK5r ·        Stranded outside the UAE? What labour law says about salary,…

Reflecting its commitment to strengthening public–private partnerships and empowering national brands, Mada Media (PJSC) hosted an official ceremony to mark the granting of naming rights for Al Fardan Exchange Station on the Dubai Metro Red Line, formerly known as Al Khail Station. Held at the station premises, the event was the first formal ceremony celebrating the awarding of naming rights for a Dubai Metro station. It signals the start o…

Dubai Customs has launched its Corporate Resilience Program in a strategic step that reflects the organization’s direction toward strengthening organizational readiness and enhancing its ability to address global changes efficiently and proactively. The launch aligns with the organization’s vision to cement its position as a leading institution capable of adapting to international developments, ensuring business continuity, and safegu…

UAE ·        Dubai Airports announces limited flight resumption https://bit.ly/3OGlJzb ·        GCAA announces operation of exceptional flights at UAE airports, stresses importance of contacting airlines before proceeding to the airport https://bit.ly/40E8OAf ·        Embassies issue advisories in the UAE: Who to contact a…