UAE private sector Emirati employment tops 190,000 in H1 2026 as 32,000 companies meet Emiratisation targets and boost a competitive labour market …
Indian passport renewal in UAE: Supreme Court permits temporary outsourcing
The Apex court has permitted the Indian missions in the UAE, Kuwait, Singapore and Canberra to temporarily engage the service providers whose contracts were previously set aside …
UAE food delivery orders rise 15% in H1 as diners shift away from eating out
Delivery accounted for nearly one-third of UAE restaurant orders as consumers increasingly opted for convenience despite weaker dine-in demand and an overall slowdown in the sector.
IMF says UAE economy remains resilient despite regional tensions
Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) and Governor for the UAE at the IMF, emphasised the importance of the consultations in strengthening communication, exchanging …
CIA probes UAE-China AI semiconductor ties
The U.S.-China competition over artificial intelligence (AI) in the Middle East has expanded beyond advanced semiconductor supply into an espionage war involving intelligence agencies. The U.S.
Why safety and stability keep this Lebanese resident in the UAE
Discover why Lebanese resident Amal Harb calls the UAE home, citing safety, stability, resilience, strong leadership and a multicultural community in Abu Dhabi and Dubai …
Foreign deals in Abu Dhabi real estate double
Foreign investment in Abu Dhabi’s real estate exceeded the total for 2025 in the first half of 2026, as the number of property deals doubled. Foreign direct investment reached nearly AED14 billion ($3 …
One of UAE’s leading real estate firms predicts massive long-term growth for Abu Dhabi’s residential market
BlackBrick has identified Abu Dhabi as one of the UAE’s strongest long-term residential investment markets. Luxury property adviser links demand to foreign capital, financial services expansion and …
Abu Dhabi first-half real estate transactions jump 112% to $31.9bln
The latest market data issued by the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC), the entity responsible for regulating the real estate sector in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, revealed that real estate …
CIA probes UAE AI firm’s Chinese links
The U.S.-China artificial intelligence (AI) rivalry in the Middle East is expanding beyond advanced semiconductor supply into espionage involving intelligence agencies. The U.S. has reportedly …
US eases AI chip exports to UAE amid strategic deals
The U.S. government has abruptly shifted its core criteria for export controls on advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technology from “national security” to “practical benefits and military …
Without Vingegaard, what will Pogacar and UAE do?
The Slovenian’s team (UAE Emirates-XRG) has been battling Visma’s since 2020, first with Primoz Roglic and especially with Jonas Vingegaard. The Dane’s withdrawal, whom they paid tribute to at the …
UAE Team Emirates’ Tadej Pogačar wins Tour de France stage 14
The Tour de France stage 14 saw Tadej Pogačar of UAE Team Emirates secure his fourth podium finish of this year’s Tour.
Sharjah Chamber gears up to launch 10th Al Dhaid Date Festival on 23 July
SHARJAH, 19th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has finalised all preparations to launch the 10th edition of the Al Dhaid Date Festival, which will take place …
Sharjah Chamber discusses ways to enhance hospitality sector sustainability
The Representative Committee of the Hotel Sector Business Group, operating under the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI)’s umbrella, discussed ways to strengthen the sustainability of …
Dubai Customs economic packages provide more than AED79 million in liquidity for private sector
DUBAI, 19th July, 2026 (WAM) — The customs facilitation measures and economic solutions introduced by Dubai Customs under the economic support packages approved by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin …
Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport to have direct flights to 22 Indian cities
Abu Dhabi Airport will increase direct flights to twenty-two Indian cities in August. This expansion reflects India’s strong tourism market and growing passenger numbers. Air India Express has …