Sharjah introduces an “Instant License” service, enabling entrepreneurs to secure a commercial license within one day. Approved by the Sharjah Executive Council, this initiative aims to attract …
Business travel in Mena reaches $18 billion in H1 2025
The business travel sector in the Middle East and North Africa (Mena) is growing faster than the global average. The market reached $18.1 billion in 2024, while forecasts indicate a 6.1 per cent …
UAE and China launch Qingdao Overseas Integrated Service Centre
A total of 40 important projects were signed during the China-Arab Business Forum, with a total value of $5.93 billion, covering industries across several sectors …
Dubai slashes travel time on major road from 12 to 3 minutes with new tunnels and bridges
Dubai’s RTA unveils Al Safa Street Improvement Project with new bridges, tunnels, and wider roads to cut travel time from 12 to 3 minutes …
Unlocking Opportunities: Your Guide to Business Setup in Dubai
Dubai offers different ways to register your business. You can go for a Mainland setup, which gives you the freedom to operate across the UAE. Free Zones are great if you want tax perks and prefer …
Dubai Customs launches the Mirsal 2 B2B service for companies with high volume business – Al Bawaba
Dubai- Dubai Customs launched the Mirsal 2 B2B service for its eligible business partners who conduct high volume business with Customs using Mirsal 2; the integrated system enabling them to …
Watsons brings Bali to Dubai with a summer glow-up experience you won’t want to miss
Expect free makeovers, exclusive drops and a chance to win a trip to Bali. Watsons brings Bali to Dubai with a summer glow-up experience you won’t want to miss. Partner Content. Things To Do.
Dubai courts announces closure of notary branch at Al Barsha Traffic Department from July 1
The Dubai Courts has announced the closure of the Notary Public branch situated within the Al Barsha Traffic Department, with effect from 1 July 2025.
UAE summer hiring: Expats wanted for Dubai government jobs with salaries up to Dh50,000
In 2025, the UAE job market shows cautious hiring amid economic uncertainties, with strong demand in construction, banking, and tech. Government roles in Dubai, listed on the official portal …
UAE and China launch Qingdao Overseas Integrated Service Centre to increase $400bln China-Arab trade
The Centre will boost two-way investment and socio-economic cooperation between the businesses, industries and people of the two regions in the coming years …
Grand Continent Hotels Expands Globally with First Dubai Hotel
Grand Continent Hotels and Resorts Ltd plans its first overseas expansion with a new hotel opening in Dubai. The company aims to operate 5,000 rooms by 2028 and has further expansion plans in India, …
DSS begins with thousands of offers
The most eagerly awaited and valued-packed edition of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) 2025 began on Friday, with thousands of unbeatable offers, free …
GIC Re’s Dubai Branch Faces Rs 90 Cr VAT Demand
GIC Re’s Dubai branch received a Rs 90 crore VAT demand notice from the UAE’s FTA for discrepancies in returns from 2018-2020. The company is reviewing the notice and plans to file a reconsideration …
DGFT Tightens Precious Metal Import Rules To Plug Loopholes, Align With Budget 2025
Gold with 99.5 percent or higher purity is now restricted to imports through nominated agencies, qualified jewellers via the bullion exchange, or India-UAE Tariff Rate Quota holders. Gold dore imports …
Grounded flights and soccer’s top earner: This week’s business headlines from the Middle East
UAE AI Minister Omar Al Olama discusses investing in infrastructure to be part of the “trillions of dollars of impact” that he anticipates 5G will have, and utilizing AI for efficiency gains and to …
Crown prince of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan, pays for all diners during surprise visit to Dubai restaurant
During a surprise visit to La Maison Ani in Dubai Mall, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, paid the bill for all diners, winning hearts across social media. Joined by Sheikh Khaled of …
BOOK NOW: Dubai Mall’s Summer Camp Is BACK And It’s Where All The Cool Kids Are At!
Dubai Mall’s summer camp is packed with FUUNNNN! Kids get daily lunch (if selected), a certificate, and access to top attractions like Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, Dubai Ice Rink, KidZania, Play …