Alternative export routes, deeper non-oil sectors and fiscal buffers are helping parts of the GCC absorb the Hormuz shock better than others …
Hamdan bin Mohammed reviews Dubai Customs’ efforts to safeguard supply chains, ensure smooth flow of trade
DUBAI, 20th May, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, …
Hamdan bin Mohammed reviews Dubai Customs’ supply chain safeguards and trade flow initiatives
Sheikh Hamdan reviews Dubai Customs initiatives to safeguard supply chains, accelerate clearance, and strengthen global trade resilience through proactive solutions, Green Corridor activation, and rap …
Sharjah Civil Defence deploys advanced firefighting robots
SHARJAH, 20th May, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Civil Defence Authority has announced the enhancement of its emergency response system through the deployment of advanced firefighting robots manufactured in …
UAE, France deepen strategic economic partnership: Business France CEO
Louis Margueritte, Chief Executive Officer of Business France, the French national agency for international business development, affirmed that France and the United Arab Emirates possess strong …
RemotePass raises $17.4m to expand UAE-built global hiring platform
Dubai-founded RemotePass, which helps businesses hire and pay workers across more than 150 countries, has raised $17.4m in Series B funding as it expands its AI and fintech capabilities globally …
New UAE oil pipeline bypassing Strait of Hormuz 50% complete ahead of 2027 start
The UAE’s new crude pipeline bypassing the Strait of Hormuz is about 50 per cent complete, the head of ADNOC said on Wednesday, adding that global oil flows may take at least four months to recover to …
UAE fintechs ramp up loyalty push as Payit rolls out in-app rewards scheme
Digital wallets in the UAE are embedding rewards and personalised engagement to boost usage, as Payit launches a new loyalty programme powered by Rewardz technology …
Jr. NBA Abu Dhabi League tips off with record participation
ABU DHABI, 20th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and the National Basketball Association (NBA) launched the expanded fifth season of the Jr. NBA/Jr.
Will UAE real estate recover quickly? BNW Developments founder shares outlook amid West Asia conflict
Regional geopolitical tensions may have raised concerns around the UAE economy and property market, but industry players on the ground say the broader growth story remains intact. BNW Developments …
UAE reinforces global governance ranking for efficiency, agility
The UAE maintained its position as the leading Arab nation in governance performance and ranked among the world’s top-performing governments across several key indicators …
‘First real sign of a rebound’, says Dubai short-term rental expert as business travellers return – EXCLUSIVE
Dubai’s long-term tourism outlook to remain strong, with demand for high-quality furnished apartments continuing to grow …
UAE, India are emerging as one of the world’s fastest-growing retail corridors
India remains among the UAE’s top trading partners and one of the biggest contributors to its tourism, retail, real estate, healthcare, and startup sectors …
Dubai Chamber of Commerce organises 276 bilateral business meetings in Accra to strengthen trade cooperation between companies in Dubai and Ghana
Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has successfully organised 276 bilateral busin …
Thousands of real estate agencies in Dubai may disappear in coming months – EXCLUSIVE
Thousands of real estate agencies in Dubai may disappear in the coming months, experts exclusively warn Arabian Business.
India-UAE CEPA drives 37% trade growth in four years
DUBAI – Senior business leaders, policymakers, trade experts, investors and industry stakeholders gathered in Dubai to commemorate the fourth anniversary of the landmark India-UAE Comprehensive …
Dubai’s Jafza secures $232.5m in new investments in 2026
DP World says Jafza attracted $232.5m in investments in early 2026 across logistics, healthcare and manufacturing sectors …