Esam Mahmoud: “This collaboration will enable SMEs to benefit from a world-class digital infrastructure.” …
UAE halts visa issuance for Pakistani citizens
DUBAI: The United Arab Emirates has stopped issuing visas to Pakistani nationals, interior ministry officials informed a Senate committee on Thursday. They disclosed that Pakistan narrowly avoided a …
Pakistan narrowly escaped a passport ban: UAE halts visa issuance to Pakistani citizens; here’s why
Pakistani citizens have recently faced visa rejections for travel to the United Arab Emirates, which is its key trading partner and source of remittances. In early July, Pakistan’s Interior Minister …
UAE processes 500 visas for Pakistanis daily
UAE has launched online visa processing and e-visas without passport stamping for Pakistani nationals, aiming to ease travel and boost bilateral cooperation, with daily processing of nearly 500 applic …
UAE introduces major visa reforms for Pakistanis
The UAE has introduced major visa reforms for Pakistanis, including online processing, e-visas without passport stamping, and a new visa centre. Nearly 500 visas are now processed daily, officials …
Crypto’s brightest minds prepare to gather
Crypto-focused regulators are also beginning to emerge, such as Dubai’s own Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA) which introduced the world’s first virtual asset-tailored regulations, helping …
Dubai’s 3-day super sale to extend until December 2 during UAE National Day weekend
Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), the extended edition kicks off with Dubai’s first-ever 24-Hour Sale on November 28 at Dubai Festival City Mall. The marathon begins at …
UAE welcomes European Parliament’s commitment to ending Sudan civil war
Nusseibeh noted that the European Parliament’s motion endorsed the work of the Quad, recognising it as “mediation format” for the conflict …
Abu Dhabi City plans 8,000 new residential units by year-end, says Cavendish Maxwell
Dubai, UAE – Abu Dhabi City plans to deliver 8,000 new residential units by the end of 2025, with an additional 12,800 on the way in 2026, according to new research by leading real estate advisory and …
Dubai Municipality, Siemens sign strategic agreement to improve smart technology across public spaces
The partnership between Dubai Municipality and Siemens supports Dubai’s vision of a sustainable, knowledge-powered digital economy …
Petrofac UAE confirms UAE operations normal despite financial turmoil
“Operations across Petrofac’s portfolio in the UAE are progressing as normal, with our teams continuing to support Adnoc in delivering its evolving energy goals,” according to an official statement …
Record turnout expected as Abu Dhabi prepares to host Formula 1 thrilling finale
Preparations on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi have moved into top gear with the Formula 1® Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix programme now just days away.
Dubai: New resolution issued to curb illegal trade of petroleum products
Dubai’s Crown Prince has issued a resolution regarding regulation of petroleum products trading activities in the emirate. The resolution dictates that the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy is …
Dh500 is All You’ll Need to Co-Own Property in the UAE Soon
Getting into UAE real estate is about to get way easier — as in, Dh500 easy. Property Finder announced a new partnership with investment platform Stake, letting users co-own properties with others for …
Dubai set for four new solar power plants to boost clean energy transition
Emicool and Yellow Door Energy partner on 1.2 MWp projects expected to generate 1.5 million kWh of clean electricity annually and cut 600 tonnes of carbon emissions …
Huawei reinforces Dubai’s Fitness Movement with a tech-driven community campaign during the Dubai Fitness Challenge 2025
The Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) 2025 turned the city into a month-long celebration of movement, and Huawei emerged as one of the standout …
India, UAE discuss market access, data sharing, FTA progress
India and UAE discuss market access, data sharing, and FTA progress to enhance economic ties under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.