Pakistan has repaid its full $3.45 billion debt to the United Arab Emirates after Abu Dhabi unexpectedly demanded the funds back, ending a long-standing rollover arrangement. The repayment, finalised …
UAE currency swap line not a bailout, was discussed pre-war: Amos Hochstein
“The UAE has had conversations with the United States over the years about a currency swap line. It is not an indication of economic constraint,” Amos Hochstein, TWG Global managing partner and former …
Sharjah to host 34 cultural activities as Guest of Honour at Warsaw Book Fair
Sharjah will present an extensive cultural programme at the Warsaw International Book Fair 2026, featuring 34 cultural activities and bringing together …
UAE strongly condemns terrorist attack on Kuwaiti border posts
The Kuwaiti military said on Friday that two drones coming from the direction of Iraq struck border posts on the countries’ shared frontier …
UAE Brokers Release of 386 Prisoners in Russia–Ukraine Exchange
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the successful completion of a new mediation effort between Russia and Ukraine, resulting in a …
Dh1,000 fine, 6 traffic points for overtaking via road shoulder, Abu Dhabi Police warn
Abu Dhabi Police have warned motorists against stopping on road shoulder, putting their and other lives at risk. They shared a video compiling footage of road violations, which also included cars …
Russia and Ukraine exchange 386 prisoners after UAE mediation
Each side frees 193 captives in latest agreement brokered by the Emirates …
UAE mediates exchange of 386 prisoners between Russia and Ukraine
This brings the total number of prisoners exchanged between the two countries through these mediations to 6,691 …
Pure DC to expand Abu Dhabi data center campus by 7MW
Pure Data Centres is set to expand its Abu Dhabi campus by 7MW. The company this week announced final approvals from TAQA to expand IT capacity at its AUH01 campus, from 41MW to 48MW, and the full …
Tourism’s Impact On UAE’s Car Rental Market
Tourism is not just a demand channel in any country, but a strategic factor that should influence how a business is built from the start.
UAE airlines surpass 1,000 flights a day for first time since Middle East war started
UAE carriers Emirates, flydubai, Etihad and Air Arabia have combined reached nearly two-thirds of their pre-war capacity, according to data shared by Flightradar24 …
Arada unveils Jenna residential complex in Sharjah’s Aljada project
Dubai-based Arada has unveiled Jenna, a new residential development within the Dh35bn ($9.5bn) Aljada mega-community in Sharjah, UAE. The company has launched sales for the first 100 apartments in the …
Abu Dhabi Was a Mistake — Wizz Air’s CEO Says He’ll Make More
Wizz Air’s CEO calls the failed Abu Dhabi venture a mistake — and says he’s prepared to make more in pursuit of growth.
Aldar acquires Dh650 million Kezad logistics assets in Abu Dhabi
The acquisition includes three multi-let warehouses occupied by tenants across logistics, FMCG, manufacturing and technology services. Aldar acquires Dh650 million Kezad logistics assets in Abu Dhabi.
The UAE is discussing a dollar safety net with the US
The UAE is in talks with the US over a possible financial safety net amid the ongoing Iran war, American officials told The Wall Street Journal (WSJ). According to the report, UAE Central Bank Governo …
Dubai’s Sheikh Mohammed announces initiative to feed malnourished children globally
Al Barakah Dates Factory in Dubai Industrial City processes more than 100,000 tonnes of dates annually and exports to more than 90 countries …
Dubai Hotels Pull Nearly 2,000 Rooms for Renovations as Iran War Hits Occupancy
At least seven Dubai hotels have pulled nearly 2,000 rooms off the market for renovations since the Iran war cut occupancy by nearly half.