Dubai’s tourism entity has recognised 237 for their outstanding commitment to sustainability and responsible hospitality practices, marking a 55 per cent increase from 153 hotels in the last cycle.
RTA announces temporary staircase building at Dubai Mall Metro Station
Dubai’s RTA announced the opening of a temporary staircase building at the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station amid ongoing expansion works. The temporary staircase is located at the station’s Exit …
UAE’s ‘silent visa ban’ stings Pakistani businesses as bilateral ties plunge
Pakistan’s business community alleges UAE visa restrictions are affecting traders and exporters, though Abu Dhabi maintains that no visa ban is in place.
Dubai launches 2026 economic survey as GDP nears AED1 trillion
Dubai’s economy continued its strong growth trajectory in 2025, with gross domestic product (GDP) at current market prices rising to an estimated AED972 billion ($264.67 billion) from AED890 billion …
Dubai launches Economic Survey 2026 as GDP climbs to $265bn and employment reaches 4.69m
Dubai has launched its Economic Survey 2026, with preliminary estimates showing GDP rising to AED972bn ($264.7bn) in 2025 and employment reaching 4.69m …
Dubai-Based Emirates Airline Adds Bitcoin and Crypto Payments
The airline first teased Bitcoin payments back in 2022. People can now pay with Bitcoin to buy flights from Dubai-based airline Emirates. Working with Crypto.com, Emirates said Tuesday the customers …
UAE strongly condemns hostile attack on Jordan amid regional escalations
The ministry said the attack constitutes a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of Jordan and a threat to its security and stability …
10 best beaches in Dubai 2025: Free & family-friendly
Dubai is more than just futuristic skyscrapers, luxury shopping, and desert adventures—it’s also home to some of the best free public beaches in the Middle East. With its year-round sunshine, crystal …
Dubai: Electric bus to metro station; RTA trials smart ride for daily commuters
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has recently launched the pilot operation of a new electric bus on Route F13, a feeder service to metro stations. The route starts from Al Quoz Bus Depot …
UAE weather forecast: NCM forecasts rain in eastern UAE as temperatures reach 47°C
NCM predicts convective clouds and possible rain in eastern and inland areas as temperatures hit 47°C, with fresh winds causing blowing dust across parts of the country …
How Dubai is changing real estate investment through property tokenisation
Dubai’s real estate tokenisation model is emerging as a global benchmark by linking digital ownership to the official property registry, says Arabian Gulf Properties …
Dubai office rents rise 13%, Abu Dhabi occupancy hits 96% as UAE property remains resilient: CBRE
CBRE says UAE real estate remained resilient in Q2 2026, with Dubai office rents up 13 per cent, Abu Dhabi occupancy at 96 per cent and strong industrial demand …
UAE Smes Benefit From Digital Finance Push As Pemo Secures Key CBUAE Approval
UAE Smes Benefit From Digital Finance Push As Pemo Secures Key CBUAE Approval . Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) continue to play a pivotal role in the UAE’s economic growth, accounting for a …
US Teams Up With the UAE on AI Military Task Force
It comes after the US Commerce Department allowed the UAE to secure advanced AI chips and servers, something the Biden administration had blocked.
On Running opens first Dubai location inside Mall of the Emirates
The company said it plans to add another nine retail locations across the Gulf region over the next two years.
Long-Delayed Guggenheim Abu Dhabi to Open in December
The museum, designed by Frank Gehry for the capital of the United Arab Emirates, will show art from the 1960s to the present.
The UAE has been a fantastic investor: Jeff Zucker hails UAE partnership after Banijay merger
In this week’s Fortune Gulf Brief.