The UAE has evacuated its nationals from Iran in coordination with local authorities. It has also exempted Iranian nationals in the UAE f …
How will UAE, rest of the world be impacted if Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz?
A closure of the Strait of Hormuz could have implications for energy exports across the region. The UAE has proactive measures to diversify its export routes should that happen.
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola hails diplomatic milestone on first UAE visit
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola has spoken of a “new chapter of EU-UAE relations” defined by peace and prosperity in an address to the Federal National Council in Abu Dhabi. Ms Metsola, …
Iran tensions: What UAE, GCC leaders have to say about it
The leaders reiterated their shared goal of preserving regional peace and protecting populations from the far-reaching impacts of conflict …
UAE official reacts to demanding fund for Israeli regime
An Emirati official said that Smotrich’s request is nothing but a moral failure of a far-right individual who has no understanding about the consequences of the tension.
Israel-Iran Conflict: UAE airlines’ latest flight suspension announcement, key info for travellers
Major UAE airlines, including Emirates, Etihad, and Flydubai, suspend flights to Iran, Iraq, and Israel due to escalating military strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. Travelers advised to check updates …
Fact-Check: Old, Unrelated Clip Viral as UAE Sending Medical Aid to Israel
Fact-Check: A video showing an aeroplane with the UAE and Israel’s flags has gone viral to falsely claim that it shows the UAE’s help to Israel in the form of medical aid.
Are flights to Dubai and Qatar still cancelled?
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Emirates full statement after airlines cancel flights to Dubai
Emirates has announced it has ‘temporarily suspended’ flights to two destinations following US missile strikes on Iran …
Oman to impose 5% income tax on high earners from 2028
Under the Personal Income Tax Law issued by Royal Decree No. 56/2025, the aim of introducing income tax is to diversify income sources of the government and reduce dependence on oil revenues.
Oman moves to become first Gulf state to impose personal income tax
Oman issued a royal decree to become the first country in the Gulf to impose a personal income tax, its tax authority said on Sunday, as the small oil producer works to diversify its revenue stream.
Oman Plans Income Tax on Top Earners in a First for Gulf States
Oman has announced plans to impose income tax, becoming the first Gulf state to do so in an effort to broaden its sources of public revenue beyond oil.
H-1B Visas Revoked: US Sends Tech Workers Back Home For Staying Too Long in India
Three Indian nationals face entry denial into the US due to overstaying their H-1B visa duration, highlighting strict immigration policies.
Dubai Customs secures HBC Women Leadership Award in London
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The Iran-Israel conflict isn’t denting Chinese business optimism in the Middle East
Overall, Chinese merchants are relatively optimistic,” says Bear Huo, China general manager at FundPark, a fintech startup.
‘A great place to retire…’: Financial advisor calls India bad for business; ranks life in UAE, Singapore, Thailand
When it comes to building wealth, Akshat Shrivastava, Founder of Wisdom Hatch, said India ranks poorly. “Not only the operating taxes are crazy high (and you get jack-shit in return). The regulations …
Techies highlight AI-driven Innovations at SRTI Park Event under slogan ‘Born in Sharjah, Built for the World’
An array of advances and innovations in AI were showcased by tech experts and inhouse companies at an event organized by the Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park (SRTI Park) at a Business …