The UAE will host the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group in 2029 in Abu Dhabi, about 26 years after the country hosted the same in 2003 in Dubai.
Abu Dhabi distance learning rules 2026: Authorities mandates live classes and strict attendance tracking
Abu Dhabi’s education department has mandated live online classes and strict attendance tracking for all schools, mirroring in-person learning standards. This aims to boost student discipline and …
Abu Dhabi to host 2029 IMF, World Bank gatherings
Abu Dhabi has been selected to host the 2029 IMF and World Bank annual meetings, underscoring the UAE’s growing global financial influence and commitment to international economic cooperation …
UAE pulls US$3.5 billion from Pakistan after Iran war mediation
As Abu Dhabi signals its displeasure with Islamabad, analysts say other indebted partners will be watching closely Days before Pakistan had helped to secure a ceasefire in the Iran war this week, the …
Dubai Chambers discusses enhancing bilateral trade and investment with the Ambassador of Indonesia to the UAE
Dubai: Dubai Chambers recently held discussions with H.E. Judha Nugraha, Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to the United Arab Emirates, on opportunities to strengthen bilateral economic …
UAE bombing of Iranian refinery complicates US-Iran ceasefire
A UAE bombing on an Iranian refinery on April 8 complicates the US-Iran ceasefire announced just a day earlier on April 7. The ceasefire by April 15 market sits …
Mantle Becomes One of the First Ethereum L2s to Bring Tokenized Equities to On-Chain Liquidity with xStocks and Bybit
By integrating xStocks on Mantle, tradable via Fluxion, one of Mantle’s native DEX, Fluxion’s hybrid Automated Market Maker (AMM) and Request for Quote (RFQ) infrastructure ensures that users can …
MetaSpace Joins Kandura Rally 2026 With Free Community Passes
MetaSpace joins Kandura Rally 2026 as a gifting partner, offering free community passes for Dubai event attendees.
The 5-year VAT refund rule that could quietly drain business cash flow
For many UAE businesses, the next major tax risk will not come from a rate increase. It will come from time. Effective January 1, 2026, a significant amendment to the UAE’s value added tax (VAT) and …
Sharjah authorities dealing with incident resulting from attack on Thuraya building
Sharjah Government Media Office: Sharjah authorities in the emirate are dealing with an incident resulting from an attack on an administrative building belonging to Thuraya Telecommunications Company.
2 Pakistanis injured in Iranian strike targeting Sharjah’s Thuraya telecom building
Sharjah authorities confirmed that they were dealing with the incident on Tuesday afternoon, adding that the injured were transferred to a hospital for treatment …
Sharjah waste to energy plant converts 1 million tons of waste into clean energy
SHARJAH, 10th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Waste to Energy Facility has processed 1,000,000 tonnes of waste since its inauguration, marking a major operational milestone in Sharjah’s zero-waste-to …
Two hurt after missile targets administrative building in Sharjah
According to Sharjah Government Media Bureau, the incident resulted in two Pakistani nationals sustaining moderate injuries. Both were …
For Dubai, the economic impact of the Iran war goes beyond oil. Here’s what to know
Even with a fragile ceasefire in place, the war in the Middle East is threatening Dubai’s safe haven reputation. From tourism to logistics, the conflict is impacting economic sectors across the city.
Dubai property paused on war fears — will US-Iran ceasefire bring buyers rushing back?
At the height of the conflict, Dubai’s safe-haven appeal weakened, slowing activity and hitting realty stocks, though the impact was largely sentiment-driven.
CBUAE report highlights strong growth in UAE financial system
The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) issued on Thursday its 2025 annual report, highlighting the achievements and strategic initiatives …
Dubai property prices may soften, but segment variation likely: expert
Apartments in areas with a high volume of similar stock are likely to be more exposed to price sensitivity, while villas and townhouses may prove more resilient …