Dubai has introduced an initiative to encourage government entities to direct more of their spending more towards domestic suppliers in an effort to strengthen the local manufacturing sector. The …
DET, Dubai Finance launch ‘Dubai In-Country Value Programme’ to boost opportunities for local manufacturers
The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), in collaboration with the Dubai Department of Finance (DOF), has launched the ‘Dubai In-Country Value (ICV) Programme’, aimed at strengthening the …
Watch: Man injured in cargo ship airlifted to Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City in Abu Dhabi
A 50-year-old Indian national was airlifted to Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City in Abu Dhabi after sustaining burns and multiple injuries aboard a cargo ship in the UAE’s territorial waters. The medical …
‘No brand drives income like Disney’: What Disneyland Abu Dhabi means for the UAE and Middle East
What happens when Disney targets not just a new city, but an entirely new region?This week, Disney announced its first new development in 15 years, with Disneyland Abu Dhabi set to become the …
UAE waives visa, entry permit fines some residents
According to the UAE ICP, affected individuals can regularise their status and submit renewal applications through official digital platforms without incurring penalties …
Dubai FinTech Summit 2025 set to shape the future of finance
The Dubai FinTech Summit 2025 promises to be a landmark event, providing a platform for leaders, innovators, and investors to collaborate and drive the next wave of fintech transformation …
Trump to drum up major investments for US on Middle East trip: ‘Almost entirely about business deals’
President Trump’s trip to the Middle East next week — visiting Saudi Arabia, Qatar and United Arab Emirates — will be focused on obtaining investments for the US, White House …
UAE exempts Sudani expats from residency, visa fines
The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP) has decided to exempt nationals of the brotherly Republic of Sudan from …
Robert Whittaker vs. Reinier de Ridder set to headline UFC Abu Dhabi
Robert Whittaker is back. The UFC announced on Saturday that the former middleweight champ faces Reinier de Ridder in the main event of UFC Abu Dhabi. Setanta Sports first reported the matchup being …
Former champ Robert Whittaker returns for UFC Abu Dhabi headliner vs. Reinier de Ridder
Former UFC champion Robert Whittaker is back for a key middleweight main event. On July 26, Whittaker (26-8 MMA, 17-6 UFC) will face Reinier de Ridder to headline the UFC’s return to Abu …
With AED 4 billion in April transactions; Sharjah’s real estate momentum continues
Sharjah’s real estate sector had a strong performance during April 2025, recording 7,206 transactions with a trading value of AED 4 billion across various areas of the emirate. The total traded area …
Dubai launches ‘practical’ maritime academy with simulator-based curriculum
Dubai residents interested in for maritime life and studies can now receive hands-on training for real-world challenges in lifelike environments — including full-mission bridge simulators, engine room …
Disneyland Abu Dhabi Could Open Within Five Years
Disney’s new theme park in Abu Dhabi could open as soon as 2030, beating arch-rival Universal’s upcoming outpost in the United Kingdom by a year.
Technological growth: Fintech drives Mena’s financial innovation
The fintech sector in Middle East and North Africa (Mena) is poised for continued growth over the next five years, driven by technological advancements, regulatory evolution, and increasing investor …
NRI Talk: Tax-free gains? How NRIs in UAE, Singapore & Mauritius legally avoid MF taxes
NRIs are increasingly aligning investments with India’s growth, drawn by economic resilience, reforms, and emotional ties. Tax-friendly hubs like Dubai and Singapore amplify returns, while new tools …
Former DC attorney accused of hiding $1M of income, other tax crimes
A former DC Attorney arrested shortly after returning from the United Kingdom spent several years falsifying tax documents …
Abu Dhabi Customs, Japan Customs explore new avenues to facilitate trade, support economic growth
As part of Abu Dhabi’s economic delegation to Japan, Rashed Lahej Al Mansoori, Director-General of Abu Dhabi Customs, met with Yojiro Uchino, Deputy Director General of Customs and Tariff Bureau of …