The UAE economy has remained resilient despite the Iran conflict and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, but the cooling real estate market warrants attention, the International Monetary …
Tax Star receives pre-approved status from UAE Ministry of Finance as official E-invoicing service provider
Tax Star, a UAE-based tax and compliance software company, has been named a pre-approved e-invoicing service provider by the UAE Ministry of Finance.
Dubai vs Hong Kong: Why tax rates are only half the crypto hub story
In the first part of this column, I looked at the operational side of the Dubai-versus-Hong Kong choice like licensing, regulatory models, banking access, and the difference between fast market entry …
Hedge Fund Symmetry Gets Regulatory Nod to Operate in Dubai
Symmetry Investments has received the regulatory approval to operate in Dubai, joining hedge fund peers who’re continuing to expand in the emirate despite the regional conflict.
Dubai announces five-year multiple-entry tourist visa
Dubai’sGeneral Directorate for Identity and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) has announced a new five-year multiple-entry tourist visa for travelers of all nationalities. This visa allows visitors to enter …
UAE retirement visa: How to apply for Dubai’s 5-year retirement visa, eligibility, income rules and fees
Learn how to apply for Dubai’s 5-year UAE retirement visa with eligibility criteria, property and income requirements, needed documents, online application steps via GDRFA, processing time and visa fe …
Here’s how you can get Dubai’s new 5-year multiple-entry visit visa
The UAE’s five-year multiple-entry tourist visa allows eligible travellers to visit Dubai and other emirates multiple times without a local sponsor. Here’s everything you need to know about …
UAE Clarifies Five-Year Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa Rules
The UAE has clarified the rules for its five-year multiple-entry tourist visa, which allows visitors of all nationalities to enter the country without a …
Born in 1971: Meet Abu Dhabi athlete as old as the UAE, running to honour nation
For more than two months, the 55-year-old has been running 10km every evening along Abu Dhabi Corniche, becoming such a familiar sight that regular walkers now recognise him before he passes. Even the …
Abu Dhabi to expand E20 highway in Khalifa City to 5 lanes with 4 new bridges
The project also includes the construction of 10.5km of additional ramps and loops to improve traffic movement and reduce bottlenecks …
Sharjah International Library Conference 2026 explores evolving role of libraries in education, health, AI
The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) will organise the 13th Sharjah International Library Conference (SILC) from 7th to 9th November, 2026, as part of the 45th Sharjah International Book Fair, bringing …
UAE marks Union Pledge Day, celebrating 55 years of achievement
The UAE marks Union Pledge Day on 18th July each year, commemorating the historic signing of the Declaration of the Union and the UAE Constitution by …
US eases AI exports to UAE over investment, military support
The U.S. government has abruptly shifted its core criteria for export controls on advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technology from “national security” to “practical benefits and military …
UAE nationals get earlier Emirates ID renewals in major service upgrade
The latest enhancement builds on ICP’s earlier decision to allow UAE nationals to renew their passports up to one year before expiry …
UAE ministry warns against illegal streaming ahead of World Cup final matches
Watching or sharing sports content from unauthorised sources in the UAE is a violation of intellectual property rights …
UAE’s National Ambulance responds to over 73,000 emergency cases in first half of 2026
Its teams are deployed at 60 locations across the emirates to ensure rapid response to emergencies including traffic accidents, medical cases, and various injuries …
Dubai Was a Beacon of Plentiful Jobs, but Layoffs Reveal Costs of Iran War
The Persian Gulf city attracted migrant workers with the promise of opportunity. Many now say the war has brought job losses and salary cuts.