In the presence of Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA); the 4th edition of the Sharjah …
UAE: How to turn your Eid Al Adha public holiday into mini vacation
UAE residents will not need to wait too long to get their long weekend, thanks to the Eid Al Adha break in June. Here’s how you can get more out of your June public holidays.
UAE emerges as global pharmaceutical hub with market poised to hit $8 billion
The UAE’s pharmaceutical sector is witnessing robust growth, with the market valued at $4.15 billion and projected to double by 2033. That’s according to Dr Fatima Al Kaabi, Director General, Emirates …
Dubai’s New Tax Law For Foreign Banks
The Emirate of Dubai in 2024 issued Law No. (1) of 2024 Concerning Tax on Foreign Banks Operating in the Emirate of Dubai. The Law’s passing is …
FinTech LIVE Dubai Returns in Just One Month
FinTech LIVE Dubai offers a rich and diverse programme that captures the current momentum of the financial services sector. Whether you’re an executive seeking clarity on future strategy or a …
Crown Prince of Dubai’s visit to India to bolster India-UAE ties
At the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), will …
Sharjah Consultative Council discusses draft law regulating judicial authority
The Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) will hold its 12th meeting on Thursday morning at its headquarters in Sharjah as part of its work for the second regular session of the 11th legislative term.
UAE public holidays 2026: These are all the predicted days off
Thanks to the updated UAE public holiday law introduced in 2025, we know the number of official days off is locked in at a minimum of 12 days. Some of these dates are set in stone, others …
UAE outlines new tax rule for foreign investors and non-residents: All you need to know
The United Arab Emirates has announced major changes to corporate tax rules in a bid to attract additional domestic and foreign investments. The changes were announced by the Ministry of Finance over …
Abu Dhabi’s non-oil foreign trade records 9 pc growth in 2024
Non-oil exports soared 16 per cent in 2024, reaching AED107.8 billion compared to AED93 billion in 2023. Re-exports grew by 11 per cent to exceed AED58 billion, compared to AED52.4 billion in 2023, …
Dubai real estate: Property market sees strong Q1 2025 growth, shift towards homeownership
Property firm Allsopp & Allsopp reported even stronger figures, with a 58% year-on-year increase in total sales transaction value for Q1 2025 …
Sharjah Consultative Council to Debate Judicial Authority Draft Law
The Sharjah Consultative Council will convene for its 12th meeting to discuss a draft law affecting the judicial authority in Sharjah. With key figures in attendance, the session will also address a …
DSQC commemorates Sharjah Ruler’s honorary doctorate from AUC
As part of its monthly “Academic Degree” project for April 2025, the Dr. Sultan Al Qasimi Centre (DSQC) has revisited the honorary doctorate in humanities awarded to His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin …
Dubai, Abu Dhabi stock markets fall amid global sell-off
The losses across the UAE markets reflect investor concern over new tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump …
Everything to Know About Club Social Abu Dhabi 2025
Abu Dhabi’s biggest music weekend is back! Club Social 2025 is taking over the capital from April 18 to 20 with an epic lineup of global music icons and rising stars. From legendary rock anthems to …
UAE: Gold prices fall to lowest levels in over 3 weeks as market sell-off hits bullion
Gold prices fell to their lowest levels in over 3 weeks, continuing their retreat amid a wider market sell-off, as investors dumped bullion to cover losses in other trades …
UAE issues corporate tax rules for foreign investors and entities
The UAE has announced rules that will make a non-resident or juridical entity liable to pay corporate tax in the country, as it seeks to remain competitive globally and ease the compliance burden for …