Etihad Airways will start flying to Addis Ababa in October this year under a joint venture with Ethiopian Airlines, Abu Dhabi’s hub carrier said in a statement on Wednesday.Under the deal, which …
UAE emerges as top market for Türkiye’s exports surge in February
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) was a top market where Türkiye achieved the highest export increase in February compared to the same period last …
Weapons, war and wealth: The business of arms in the Middle East
Arms are a global business, so it’s little surprise that at the International Defense Exhibition and Conference, discerning quartermasters had a world buffet of weaponry before them, be it Brazilian …
Dubai: Will free zone firms opening offices in mainland be subject to 9% corporate tax?
Dubai government’s landmark decision to allow free zone companies to open branches in the mainland after obtaining a licence from the Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) will provide …
Brent crude flips to discount against Dubai, first time since Nov 2023, data shows
Brent crude futures flipped to a discount against Dubai swaps on Wednesday, the first time since November 2023, LSEG data showed, underscoring the strength of Middle East sour oil versus the global …
QED Investors Leads $33M Investment in NymCard, Strengthening MENA’s Payments Infrastructure
This marks QED Investors’ most significant investment in the region and the first one in the Gulf. DUBAI, AE / ACCESS Newswire / March 19, 2025 /NymCard, the only embedded finance platform operating …
Dubai’s Binghatti sees credit rating boost as revenue set to triple in 2025: Fitch
Fitch also assigned Binghatti a ‘stable outlook,’ reflecting confidence in the company’s sustained financial discipline and market leadership …
Dubai real estate: Indians, British and Italians lead property purchases as Egyptian numbers surge
Beyond the top five nationalities, Betterhomes reports continued strong demand from Lebanese and Iranian investors, reinforcing Dubai’s position as a global investment hub …
Environment Agency- Abu Dhabi showcases innovative use of drones to plant mangroves in Bahrain
As part of Abu Dhabi Mangrove Initiative (ADMI), the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has showcased its latest drone-based mangrove cultivation technologies in cooperation with Nabat, a climate …
Sharjah Police nab over 100 beggars, seize Dhs50,000 in the first half of Ramadan
The efforts of anti-begging teams in the Sharjah Police, in collaboration with community members, have resulted in the arrest of several beggars during …
Fences come down for businesses in Dubai free zones
Businesses operating in Dubai’s free trade zones will be able to expand their activities into the emirate’s mainland areas after a government ruling. The new legislation will allow the Dubai …
Egyptians emerge as a rising force in Dubai’s real estate
Dubai’s real estate market continues to attract a diverse global audience, with Betterhomes’ latest data revealing key shifts in buyer demographics. In 2025, Indian, British, and Italian investors led …
Top 10 Fintech Startups In the UAE
The UAE has become a great destination for startups, and it’s particularly well suited to businesses specialising in fintech.
Klarna is ready to ride the IPO roller coaster
Klarna, the Swedish fintech unicorn that made its name in buy now pay later, last week filed to go public on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker “KLAR.” …
Tax issues to keep in mind while buying property in the UAE
Question: Indians have shown great interest in buying properties in the Gulf especially in Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi. Will this result in any investigation by revenue authorities in India in case …
Sharjah: Over Dh50,000 seized, 107 beggars arrested in major crackdown
Sharjah Police arrested 107 individuals, seizing over Dh50,000 from them, in a major crackdown on begging during the first half of Ramadan this year. The authority said that the accused comprised 87 …
New Coastal Development in Sharjah to House 60,000 Residents
A new AED 25 billion coastal development is underway in Al Hamriyah, Sharjah, spanning 60 million square feet and designed to accommodate over 60,000 residents across eight islands. The Ajmal Makan …