“The UAE continues to develop its economy, open new markets, attract investments, and create the best business environment globally.” The Cabinet also reviewed the progress of UAE’s strategic …
Dubai Is a Vision of the Future
D ubai is the most populous of the seven territories that make up the United Arab Emirates, but almost everyone who lives there is a foreigner: less than 10 percent of its residents are citizens.
Dubai Unveils New Free Zone for Sports & Entertainment Biz
Dubai just dropped a MAJOR announcement that’s set to redefine the sports and entertainment scene! Say hello to the International Sports and Entertainment Zone (ISEZA), the UAE’s first-ever …
Setting dights on Dh1 trillion real estate transactions in Dubai
Dubai’s real estate market will continue its remarkable performance this year and is on track to achieve a milestone of Dh1 trillion transactions due to strong housing demand especially in the …
VFS Global relocates Dubai visa center, advises early application during peak season
Ahead of the upcoming summer travel season, VFS Global is encouraging travelers to plan their visa applications well in advance …
UAE’s Aldar Investment’s $500mln green sukuk has books over $2bln
Abu Dhabi-based Aldar Investment Properties, which is marketing $500 million 10-year senior green sukuk, has books at over $2 billion, excluding joint lead manager (JLM) interest. Initial price …
Dreaming of Working In Dubai? Everything About 2025 Updated 2-Year Work Visa Rules
Dubai has long been a global hub for job opportunities, attracting professionals from around the world. As per recent reports, the City of Gold has introduced major updates to its 2-year employment …
5 beach club workouts in Dubai for wellness lovers
We’re taking our workouts outdoors this season… If, like us, you’re firmly in your wellness era, then combining days by the sea with a feel-good workout is the dream way to start the day. And this …
15 incredible hotel iftars to book next this Ramadan
Ramadan 2025 is fully underway, and there are iftars of all shapes and sizes throughout the city. But some of the most iconic are hotel iftars in Dubai, with special tents and Ramadan gardens booked …
Dubai real estate: Betterhomes takes over management of DG 129 in Discovery Gardens
DG 129 in Discovery Gardens, Dubai offers a selection of standard and upgraded residences, with prices starting at AED530,000 …
UAE approves National Investment Strategy 2031, boosts socio-economic policies
The investment strategy includes 12 new programmes and 30 initiatives, including the Financial Sector Development Programme and the ‘InvestUAE’ initiative …
How to move to Dubai: The ultimate guide to where to live, how to get a job and visa – plus the truth about alcohol
If you set up a company in Dubai, corporate tax is now in place: a 9 per cent corporate tax on taxable profits exceeding AED 375,000 (about £80,000) per year. It is 0 per cent on profits below …
Abu Dhabi’s ADQ takes majority stake in logistics firm Aramex
ADQ is now a majority shareholder in Aramex through a 35.31% stake acquired via the tender offer from unit Q Logistics …
EFG Hermes completes advisory on $163mln IPO of Alpha Data on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange
EFG Hermes, an EFG Holding company and the leading investment bank in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), announced today that its investment banking division successfully completed its advisory …
Dubai professor calls for ‘family language policy’ to boost Arabic use among youth
A professor from a Dubai university has emphasised that the key to preserving the Arabic language lies in implementing a ‘family language policy’ (FLP). Dr Reem Razem, an assistant professor from the …
EXCLUSIVE: UAE developers pour billions into Maldives as luxury island market heats up
Honeymooners may soon find the Maldives transformed into a lucrative second-home market, thanks to over $3 billion in UAE investments by 2030 …
Dubai connection: Who is Tarun Raju? DRI probes bizman’s role in Ranya Rao gold smuggling case
A gold-smuggling racket involving Kannada actor Ranya Rao, daughter of a senior IPS officer, has prompted the arrest of her friend Tarun K Raju. This has led to a political uproar and a demand for a …