From restoring salaries to approving Dh300,000 aid, Sharjah’s Direct Line once again turns live public calls into swift action / image: @shiekhdrsultan In a powerful display of responsive governance, …
Dubai hosts UF AWARDS MEA 2026, honouring top fintech innovators
The UF AWARDS MEA 2026 have announced the MEA region’s leading financial service providers, brokers, and fintech brands. Following a voting round that concluded on February 4, votes were tallied and …
Abu Dhabi boosts investing heft with $237 billion financial firm
International Holding Co. is creating a new financial-services holding company that will oversee about 870 billion dirhams ($237 billion) in assets, the latest consolidation move by Abu Dhabi’s …
Abu Dhabi boosts investing heft with $237 billion financial firm
International Holding Co. is creating a new financial-services holding company that will oversee about 870 billion dirhams ($237 billion) in assets, the latest consolidation move by Abu Dhabi’s …
Breen, Duguet, Bucci shine in Abu Dhabi ahead of Longines League of Nations Showdown
ABU DHABI, 14th February, 2026 (WAM) — Ireland’s Shane Breen clinched the “Sahat Al Khail” trophy at the UAE International Showjumping Cup on Friday, riding Scarteen to victory with a time of 68.56 …
Sharjah retailer allocates Dh35 million to Ramadan discounts, cuts prices up to 75%
In preparation for the holy month, stores say they’ve ensured sufficient stock of essential food items to meet consumer demand throughout the month …
Dubai port giant DP World replaces chairman Sulayem named in Epstein files
Dubai has named a new chairman for DP World, one of the world’s largest logistics companies, replacing the outgoing head who was named in the Jeffrey Epstein documents.
Sharjah Light Festival illuminates the emirate’s landmarks
The domes and facades of mosques and government buildings are lit up in a colourful display for the 15th annual Sharjah Light Festival in the emirate of Sharjah.
‘Business and Golf Day 2026’ strengthens Sharjah-US business ties
SHARJAH, 13th February, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), in collaboration with the American Chamber of Commerce in Dubai (AmCham Dubai), organised “Business and Golf Day 2026” …
‘Business and Golf Day 2026’ strengthens Sharjah-US business ties
SHARJAH, 13th February, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), in collaboration with the American Chamber of Commerce in Dubai (AmCham Dubai), organised “Business and Golf Day 2026” …
Ramadan 2026: Sharjah announces reduced working hours for public sector employees
Sharjah has announced the official working hours for public sector employees during the holy month of Ramadan. From Monday to Thursday, working hours will be from 9am to 2.30pm, the emirate’s …
Sharjah Archaeology Authority inscribes 4 new sites on ISESCO’s Islamic World Heritage List
The Sharjah Archaeology Authority (SAA) has announced the inscription of four new archaeological sites in the emirate of Sharjah on the Islamic World Heritage List of the Islamic World Educational, …
SITE Global Conference 2026 opens in Abu Dhabi
SITE Global Conference 2026 opens in Abu Dhabi, highlighting incentive travel strategy and chapter excellence awards.
Legal Requirements for Business Setup in Dubai, UAE
Setting up a business in Dubai requires meeting specific legal requirements from the beginning. Missing any requirement delays your setup or creates compliance problems later. Therefore, understanding …
Abu Dhabi’s FAB raises £450mln from its third issuance of the year
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the UAE’s largest bank by assets, has raised £450 million ($613 million) from its third issuance of the year, comprising a 5.5-year senior unsecured benchmark bond that saw …
UAE solidifies global leadership in aviation, tourism in 2025
ABU DHABI, 13th February, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates aviation sector reached record milestones in 2025, solidifying its position as a primary global logistics hub amid unprecedented growth …
Offshore utilisation and the MENA helicopter market
Offshore oil and gas demand, fleet renewal cycles and Saudi expansion are driving growth in the MENA helicopter market …