ABU DHABI, 26th December, 2024 (WAM) — The UAE has strongly condemned the storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by Itamar Ben-Gvir, the Israeli Minister of National Security, under the protection of the Israeli …
UAE maintains 2024 momentum with initiatives for development, cultural progress
Plans include Unified UAE Numbers, National Investment Strategy 2031, Zero Government Bureaucracy Programme and more …
UAE will require bigger companies to report carbon emissions
A United Arab Emirates law that requires companies to monitor and report their greenhouse-gas emissions takes effect on December 28. The oil-rich nation seeks to become carbon neutral by 2050.
UAE residents cut Umrah costs by up to 50% with Saudi Arabia’s transit visa, stopover option
Some UAE residents are taking advantage of Saudi Arabia’s stopover visa to perform Umrah while travelling on vacation or business, allowing them to cut cos..
UAE: Al Wathba Dates Festival to kick off January 10
The Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority will host the second edition of the Al Wathba Dates Festival from 10th January to 28th February 2025 in the Al Wathba region of Abu Dhabi as part of the Sheikh Zayed …
Dubai index hits over a decade high again; most Gulf shares down
Dubai’s benchmark stock index surged to its highest level in more than a decade on Thursday, while most other markets in the Gulf were muted as investors braced for fewer rate cuts by the U.S. Federal …
Dubai announces security plan for NYE 2025: 8,530 police officers, 1,145 patrols, major road closures
The security plan, unveiled during a press conference at InterContinental Dubai Festival City, divides the emirate into four operational sectors – North, Central, West, and Maritime – building on last …
Dubai Municipality reveals new public park timings on New Year’s day
Dubai Municipality released the operational timings for public parks and recreational areas on January 1, 2025, …
Dubai Customs launches AEO Connect 2024
The program plays a key role in enhancing foreign trade by offering its members a range of benefits and facilitation measures, such as simplified customs procedures, priority processing of …
Minister urges Emiratis to ‘think big’ as UAE aims to be leading entrepreneurship hub
A champion of business helping to shape the UAE’s entrepreneurial vision for the future has called on citizens to “think bigger” to help drive the nation’s economic growth for generations to come.
Dubai Real Estate Market: Looking into the future as we approach 2025
Gulf Network The real estate market in Dubai witnessed remarkable development as we approach 2025, characterized by sustainable and accelerated growth.
Abu Dhabi welcomes 4.8mn guests in 2024, cultural visits rise by 21%
The strategy is built around four key pillars: offering and city activation, promotion and marketing, infrastructure and mobility, and visa, licensing, and regulation …
UAE strongly condemns Israel minister’s storming of Al Aqsa Mosque
The role of Jordan in caring for the holy sites and endowments have to be respected in accordance with international law, the ministry says …
UAE mandates genetic testing for Emirati couples before marriage starting January 2025
Dr. Al Marzooqi highlighted the need for genetic testing due to the high prevalence of genetic disorders in the Emirati population, linked to a 39 percent consanguineous marriage rate.
UAE: Ministry of Human Resources organises nationwide New Year’s Eve celebrations for workers
The celebrations highlight the ministry’s ongoing commitment to bring joy to workers by organising such events on various religious and national occasions …
UAE tourism sector records robust growth in 2024
A report by the World Travel and Tourism Council predicts that the UAE’s tourism sector will contribute AED 236 billion to the national economy by the end of 2024 …
How to get 24×7 home security from Dubai police. What are the charges?
Dubai Police, in partnership with e& UAE, has launched the Smart Home Security system, providing residents with 24/7 home protection. This innovative system uses cameras, sensors, and motion detectors …