The United Arab Emirates has introduced a 30-day grace period to allow individuals stranded in the country due to the recent conflict with Iran to regularize their visa status or depart without facing …
UAE focusing on building AI system to predict, prevent humanitarian crises
UAE’s vision is to prevent displacement, hunger, disease, and loss of life before they occur, experts say, instead of reacting afterwards …
UAE social media ban: Doctors see children skipping sleep, meals to keep scrolling
As the UAE moves to restrict social media access for children under 15, mental health professionals said that they are seeing young people whose online habits are affecting their sleep, studies, …
UAE works to reduce reliance on Strait of Hormuz with new pipelines
Gulf Oil Senior Energy Advisor Tom Kloza and U.S. Oil and Gas Association President Tim Stewart analyze Gulf countries’ efforts to build new pipelines, including the UAE’s, to reduce reliance on the …
Dubai’s DIFC eyes major regulation reform
DIFC outlines a new Regulation 11 that would let the Commissioner formally recognise accreditation and certification schemes. DIFC also records that the draft would clarify certification obligations …
Abu Dhabi Tells Buyers to Load Oil Shipments Inside Hormuz
Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. has told its customers to resume loading its crude oil from ports within the Persian Gulf, the company said in a notice sent to customers seen by Bloomberg and corroborated …
Abu Dhabi Tells Buyers to Load Oil Shipments From Inside Hormuz
Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. has told its customers to resume loading its crude oil from ports within the Persian Gulf, the company said in a notice sent to customers seen by Bloomberg and corroborated …
Dubai holidays back ON as UK lifts travel ban after holiday hotspot was hit by missiles in Iran war
DUBAI holidays can now go ahead as the UK Foreign Office has lifted the travel ban. All non-essential travel to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was banned back in March. This was due to the Iran …
UAE ranked among world’s top 5 most competitive nations, first for economic performance
The UAE ranked 5th globally and 1st for economic performance in the IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook 2026, leading 21 global indicators …
UAE announces 30-day overstay fine grace period for travellers affected by Iran war
Authorities said people will be given sufficient time to adjust their visa status or exit the country without facing penalties …
UAE imposes limits on teen social media access
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced a social media ban for all children under 15. Platforms have one year to review and remove under-age accounts or face stiff penalties.
UAE announces 30-day visa grace period for those affected by regional flight disruptions
This initiative gives eligible individuals a final opportunity to either regularise their legal status and continue living and working in the UAE …
UAE’s post‑OPEC expansion push to lift oil output above 5 million bpd next year, IEA says
The United Arab Emirates’ oil output could exceed 5 million bpd next year as it moves to expand production after its exit from OPEC, making it a major driver of non‑OPEC+ supply growth, the …
UAE Pavilion highlights defence innovations as Eurosatory 2026 nears final day
With just one day remaining at Eurosatory 2026, the UAE Pavilion has established itself as a premier destination for defence industry leaders and military delegations, attracting high-level visits …
UAE continues urgent humanitarian response to support Philippine earthquake victims
UAE continues urgent humanitarian aid for Philippine earthquake victims, distributing food parcels and drinking water in Sarangani as part of a wider relief plan …
Dubai Customs wins six international awards
Dubai Customs has won six prestigious international and regional awards and recognitions during 2025 and the first half of 2026 from the United States, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, India and the …
Abu Dhabi freezes rent hikes: What it means for expats, investors, and your wallet
The rent freeze is part of a wider series of proactive measures implemented by the Abu Dhabi government since February 2026 to mitigate the fallout of regional geopolitical tensions.