DUBAI, 29th March, 2026 (WAM) — Leaders of business groups operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chamber of Commerce, which represent key sectors across the emirate’s economy, have affirmed that …
Dubai’s economic model can withstand external shocks, say top businessmen
Dubai has built one of the world’s most dynamic, competitive, and resilient ecosystems to withstand external shocks, top industry executives said. Be it the 2008-09 financial crisis, the Covid-19 …
Abu Dhabi grants Dh100 million to boost emergency readiness under new edition of National First Line of Defense Forum
On March 28th, the 26th edition of the National First Line of Defense Forum officially commenced in Abu Dhabi. Organised by the National Unified and Integrated Training System for Readiness and …
Dubai’s wealth hub status tested as advisors help clients evacuate assets
Iranian attacks are disrupting Dubai’s financial operations, prompting advisors to assist with client exit planning. “We faced a client wanting to move out of Dubai with physical assets such as gold, …
British celebs could face huge tax bills on return to UK after fleeing Dubai
British celebs and influencers who have been living a luxury life in the Middle East could be hit with a rather large tax bill if they make the decision to head back to the UK due to the war …
They went to Dubai for sun and low taxes. They wound up in a war zone.
Will Bailey couldn’t wait to get back to Dubai. The 26 year-old fitness coach and influencer from Manchester, England, was preparing to launch a new business in the city and had posted a series of …
Iran war news LIVE updates: Drones hit Oman’s Salalah port; 5 Indians injured in Abu Dhabi after missile interception
Authorities in Abu Dhabi said five Indian nationals were injured in the two fires in KEZAD, which were caused by falling debris after a ballistic missile was intercepted. | World News …
Middle East war: At least five Indians injured in Abu Dhabi as fire erupts after missile interception
At least five Indian nationals were injured on Saturday after being struck by falling debris following the interception of a ballistic missile near Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD). Abu Dhabi …
Five hurt after missile intercepted in Abu Dhabi
According to the Abu Dhabi Media Office, the incident occurred after air defenses intercepted a missile, with falling debris causing damage on the …
Debris from intercepted missile injures 5 near near Khalifa Economic Zones in Abu Dhabi
The Abu Dhabi Media Office said on US social media company X that the incident occurred “in the vicinity of Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD” and was caused by “falling debris following the …
Five Indians injured in Abu Dhabi after missile debris hits KEZAD industrial hub
UAE air defense systems successfully neutralized the incoming threat, though the resulting debris sparked two fires in the industrial area. Representational Image Abu Dhabi: Shrapnel from an …
Five injured in Abu Dhabi after missile intercepted near KEZAD, authorities say
Five people were injured and two fires broke out in Abu Dhabi on Saturday as a result of debris falling from a ballistic missile interception, the emirate’s media office said.
UAE petrol prices, Eid holiday dates, Dubai property demand, Hormuz disruption impact – 10 business stories you missed this week
UAE petrol price changes, Dubai property demand , Hormuz disruption and business resilience – 10 stories you missed this week …
Sharjah Charity International steps up weather monitoring efforts
Sharjah Charity International has intensified its emergency preparedness as its Crisis and Disaster Team continues to hold daily meetings to monitor …
VIDEO: Man sails on makeshift float through flooded Al Khan in Sharjah
A man was seen sailing on a makeshift float through flooded streets in the Al Khan area of Sharjah, as heavy rains continued to lash parts of the …
Dubai crude’s premium slumps as sellers pile offers on to TotalEnergies
By Florence Tan and Siyi Liu SINGAPORE, March 27 (Reuters) – The spot premium on Dubai crude oil, which has soared since war began in Iran, fell by more than half this week after sellers piled on …
The UAE’s quiet empire
In the race for control of the Red Sea, the UAE has emerged as a maritime empire – modern, discreet and deeply entangled in the region’s fractures. Sudan’s war, which erupted in April 2023, has …