Abdulaziz Mohammed Faraj Al Mulla, a former Dubai Investment Fund chief with over 20 years’ experience in finance and economic governance, has been named Director General of the FTA …
UAE, Bahrain launch one-point travel project to reduce airport transit time
The UAE and the Kingdom of Bahrain have launched the pilot phase of the “One-Point Air Travelers” project, a new initiative designed to create a seamless travel experience for citizens of both nations …
UAE calls on residents to sight Ramadan 2026 crescent
The UAE is urging residents to look for the Ramadan crescent as the country’s Moon-Sighting Committee prepares to meet Tuesday evening to determine the start of Ramadan 2026.Read More: Plan UAE Public …
Liv launches global-first Multicurrency Visa Card in UAE
Emirates NBD’s Liv debuts world’s first Visa Flex Credential multicurrency card, letting UAE customers spend across six currencies with automatic routing. No more juggling multiple cards or manual …
Dubai Chambers partners with fintechs to expand banking access for SMEs
Dubai Chambers has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) with four specialised fintech companies to broaden access to alternative banking services for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), …
7 popular holiday destinations introducing new visa rules for Dubai travellers in 2026
In 2026, several of our favourite holiday destinations have announced important changes to their travel visa rules, new entry conditions and extensions to existing visa-free travel policies.
GEMS Education partners with UAE fintech Leap to launch co-branded financial literacy app for students
Partnership with Leap brings real-world money skills and early financial confidence into family life, reinforcing GEMS’ commitment to holistic education …
Sharjah modifies traffic timing for trucks during Ramadan
The Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA), in collaboration with the Sharjah Police, has introduced a modification to the truck ban schedule on …
New train service would cut Dubai-Abu Dhabi journeys to under one hour
A new United Arab Emirates (UAE) passenger rail service is set to launch this year, cutting travel times between Dubai and Abu Dhabi to under one hour. Etihad Rail, the UAE’s national railway network, …
Juvenescence appoints Eileen Jennings-Brown as Chief Technology Officer and strengthens presence in UAE with new partnership and facilities with Masdar City
Jennings-Brown will drive AI and technology strategy and lead the development of capabilities enabling discovery of therapeutics targeting fundamental aging mechanisms Offices in Abu Dhabi’s premier …
GAF Property announces Flow25, a landmark design-led residential development on Al Reem Island
Abu Dhabi, UAE, GAF Property, an Emirati real estate developer headquartered in Abu Dhabi whose vision is built on over 20 years of leadership experience in the UAE real estate sector, today announced …
UAE advances space ambitions with first hybrid rocket launch
The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), the applied research arm of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council, has successfully launched the UAE’s first sounding rocket powered by a hybrid …
UAE President appoints Abdulaziz Al Mulla as Federal Tax Authority Director General
Veteran finance executive brings more than two decades of experience in investment, taxation and economic governance …
Nasdaq Dubai posts strongest year on record with outstanding sukuk value surpassing US$100 billion
DUBAI, 16th February, 2026 (WAM) — Nasdaq Dubai attracted a record number of Sukuk listings in 2025, supported by sustained issuance activity from regional and international issuers and continued …
Dubai Chambers empowers SMEs with alternative banking solutions
Dubai Chambers has signed memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with four specialised FinTech companies as part of its efforts in providing the business community with access to advanced and alternative …
UAE to look for Ramadan Moon: How to sight the crescent and what to do if you see it
The Fatwa Council has invited the public to take part in the centuries-old tradition, as experts explain when to look, where visibility is possible, and how reports are verified before Ramadan is offi …
Kenya among African countries to benefit as UAE pumps Ksh580 billion into new project
Kenya is set to gain from the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) growing investments in Africa, with KSh 580 billion (USD 4.5 billion) allocated to green energy projects across the continent. According to a …