The government of Dubai has signed an agreement with crypto exchange Crypto.com to launch crypto payments for government services. The agreement, formalized during the Dubai fintech Summit on May …
India’s IOC buys 7 mn barrels US, Abu Dhabi crude amid Russian oil decline
India’s top refiner IOC buys 7 million barrels of crude from US, Canada and Abu Dhabi via tender, as Russian oil imports pause due to narrowing discounts and rising sanctions …
Abu Dhabi sees growth in non-oil foreign trade in the first half of 2025
The breakdown tells an equally compelling story. Non‑oil exports jumped 64 per cent to AED 78.5 billion (from AED 47.9 billion), imports increased 15 per cent to AED 80 billion, and re‑exports climbed …
Dubai welcomes 9.88 million international visitors in the first half of 2025
Dubai’s evolving destination offering, driven by impactful public-private partnerships and amplified through a robust global marketing strategy, resulted in the city welcoming 9.88 million internation …
From Dubai to Pakistan: Mashreq well on its way to $100m expansion in digital banking sector
Mashreq has six decades of experience serving people and businesses in major markets around the globe, including the Middle East, US,UK and Europe. It is currently running a pilot project in Pakistan …
Flying Lufthansa B747-400 Business Class – The Last B747-400 Operator
I traveled on Lufthansa B747-400 from Dubai to Frankfurt as part of my journey to the U.S. The Lufthansa B747-400 made a comeback after months of grounding. Lufthansa has a lounge in Dubai, but I …
UAE’s e-invoicing revolution: The Peppol promise in tax filing
The UAE is gearing up for a digital transformation in tax compliance with the mandatory launch of e-invoicing starting July 1, 2026. This shift isn’t just about reducing paperwork — it’s about …
Trump tariff threat: No order for refiners from India to stop Russian oil imports despite US pressure, claims report
India has not issued any directive to its oil refiners to halt purchases of Russian crude, Bloomberg reported, citing people familiar with the matter. The decision comes as the Indian government …
The hidden perks of the Dubai Golden Visa most people miss
The Dubai Golden Visa offers more than just long-term residency. Discover exclusive benefits most people often overlook.
Dubai’s Favourite Indoor Family Experience Modesh World Opens Today With All-New Zones and Unbeatable Value This DSS
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 02 August 2025: One of the region’s largest indoor entertainment destinations, Modesh World, opens its doors for the summer today, welcoming the whole family from today to …
Dubai Outlet Mall gears up for Eid Al Adha celebrations – ZAWYA
Wednesday, Oct 09, 2013 Dubai: The Dubai Outlet Mall will welcome visitors this Eid Al Adha with themed décor, festive music and family-centred activities designed to keep the whole family engaged …
Retail occupancy rises at Dubai Outlet Mall – ZAWYA
Dubai Outlet Mall, the only outlet concept mall in the region is opening up new retail outlets resulting in the increase of retail occupancy of over 92% in the mall. Dubai Outlet Mall’s accelerating …
28,000 beneficiaries from 85 awareness activities conducted by the FTA across all UAE emirates during the first half of this year
FTA continues plans to support the objectives of the second cycle of the Zero Government Bureaucracy Programme …
Abu Dhabi Police urge caution on roads amid heavy summer rain
Abu Dhabi Police on Sunday called for caution on the roads as summer rainfall hits parts of the emirate. The force took to social media to instruct drivers to take extra care “due to the rainy weather …
UAE Central Bank celebrates 50 Years: Industry veteran reflects on the local banking industry
The year 2025 has been filled with milestones for the UAE, with the Central Bank marking over 50 years since its inception and Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) celebrating its 50th anniversary alongside the …
UAE airports drive regional air travel resilience in first half
The International Air Transport Association (Iata) reported that global air travel demand, measured by revenue passenger kilometres (RPK), increased by 2.6 per cent in June 2025 compared to the same …
Dubai welcomes 9.88 million international visitors in H1 2025, up 6% Y-o-Y
Dubai’s evolving destination offering, driven by impactful public-private partnerships and amplified through a robust global marketing strategy, resulted in the city welcoming 9.88 million …