Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) delivered an exceptional financial and operational performance across all business segments during the first quarter of 2026.
UAE-China Business Promotion Conference explores strengthening strategic partnerships in trade & investment
During the conference, the two countries signed 24 Memorandums of Understanding, further bolstering bilateral economic, trade and investment relations.
Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, HSBC sign strategic agreement to accelerate investment, capital inflows
DUBAI, 13th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has signed a strategic agreement with HSBC Bank Middle East Limited to further deepen cooperation aimed at attracting …
Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism and HSBC sign strategic agreement
Partnership aims to attract global corporates, investors, and high-net-worth individuals to Dubai Collaboration will support international businesses’ market entry and expansion into Dubai’s priority …
DWTC Free Zone partners with Wio Bank to provide digital banking solutions for businesses
Free Zone has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Wio Bank PJSC to provide streamlined digital banking solutions …
DWTC Free Zone partners with Wio Bank to provide digital banking solutions for businesses
Free Zone has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Wio Bank PJSC to provide streamlined digital banking solutions …
Dubai DET, HSBC sign agreement to attract global investors, corporates and high-net-worth indivuals
The agreement is designed to support international businesses seeking to establish or expand operations in Dubai, while strengthening links with global capital markets, private equity firms and multin …
Abu Dhabi real estate: Sobha Realty launches 38 million sq ft waterfront community in Al Bahiya
Around 60 percent of the masterplan will be dedicated to green and open spaces, including more than 50,000 trees, landscaped areas and shaded walkways …
UAE denies rumours distance learning will be extended until May 1
UAE Ministry of Education debunks May 1 distance-learning rumours says pupils stay online to April 17 with weekly reviews underway nationwide …
‘Under the protection of 2 Mohammeds’: Conversation between UAE President, VP goes viral
A powerful moment between UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Vice-President and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has captured the attention of the nation, with a …
UAE air travel this week: what’s changing, what’s cancelled and what to know
Global events have had a knock-on effect across the country, with travel in particular taking a hit. Flight schedules were scaled back, and a number of international airlines temporarily paused routes …
Sobha enters Abu Dhabi with Dh40bn project as minimal long-term war impact expected
Project will feature 4,000 apartments and 2,500 villas, with prices for one-bedroom starting at Dh1.31m …
Abu Dhabi, Dubai named world’s best cities for entrepreneurs in 2026
The UAE capital topped the latest global index with a score of 85.45 out of 100, ahead of Dubai in second place with 81.60 and Doha in third with 76.05 …
UAE construction firms could unlock tax credits of up to 50% under new R&D regime
Construction companies in the UAE could benefit from research and development (R&D) tax credits of between 15 per cent and 50 per cent under the country’s new tax framework, although many firms have …
Dubai retail property sales jump nearly 50 percent to AED4.6bn as tenants cling to prime locations
More than half of all transactions were off-plan sales, reflecting growing investor appetite for new retail developments …
Asha Bhosle’s Dubai restaurant closes in tribute after iconic singer dies
As news of the legendary singer’s passing spreads, Asha’s Restaurant in Dubai shuts its doors for the day, honouring a legacy that extended beyond music …
Exclusive-Luxury brands face profits squeeze as Iran conflict shrinks Dubai Mall sales
By Tassilo Hummel and Helen Reid PARIS, April 13 (Reuters) – Sales at Europe’s biggest luxury brands have shrunk in Dubai and Abu Dhabi as the Iran conflict https://www.reuters.com/world/iran/ hit the …