The United Arab Emirates announced it was indefinitely severing trade relations with Iran on Wednesday after accusing Tehran of firing two ballistic missiles at it.
UAE suspends trade, financial transactions with Iran after attacks
The decision follows a spate of attacks on UAE-owned tankers and Tehran’s rejection of talks with the US.
Dubai Taxi adds 1,607 Arabia Taxi vehicles to Bolt platform
Partnership expands the number of taxis available on the app, improves fleet utilisation and aims to reduce estimated arrival times during peak demand …
Dubai Chambers signs MoU with NASSCOM to advance cooperation in Agentic AI
The cooperation will focus on the exchange of knowledge and expertise and the launch of joint initiatives in this field …
Dubai Financial Market (DFM)
UAE stock markets crept closer to $1tn market cap after seeing major gains this week …
UAE Cuts Trade, Financial Ties With Iran Over Missile Attack
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced the suspension of all trade and financial dealings with Iran following reports of an Iranian missile strike …
Ajman Bank and Numou sign strategic memorandum of understanding to expand SME financing solutions
Through this collaboration, Ajman Bank and Numou will assess opportunities to simplify access to Shari’ah-compliant financing solutions, enhance …
UAE confirms visa-on-arrival access for Kenyans, names one thing they must not do
UAE expands its visa-on-arrival programme to Kenyans, South Africans, and others. Discover eligibility criteria, visa fees, and penalties for overstaying.
How Onam’s traditions are finding a home in the heart of Dubai, at BurJuman Mall
For Kerala’s vast community in Dubai, these are the traditions that make Onam feel like Onam. This August, BurJuman Mall, in partnership with Raphael, is bringing them together in the …
Sharjah Airport achieves ACI Level 3 customer experience accreditation
Recognised for its passenger-focused initiatives, the airport continues to improve services through feedback and collaboration …
Christina Aguilera’s Abu Dhabi concert has been cancelled
Ticket holders will receive full refunds within 21 working days, says Ticketmaster …
UAE warns of ‘potential missile threats’; issues advisory to seek safe place
UAE issues missile threat alert, advising residents to seek safe locations amid detected threats for the first time in months.
UAE developers shift focus to funded projects nearing completion, says report
Larger developers like Emaar and Majid Al Futtaim are better placed to sustain phased project model amid weaker demand, according to Fitch Ratings …
UAE-Uganda business forum targets trade, investment deals
All is set for the fifth edition of the United Arab Emirates (UAE)-Uganda Business Forum, with organisers seeking to turn growing bilateral trade and investment ties into concrete business deals. The …
Dubai drivers warned to expect more paid parking zones
Dubai drivers should expect paid parking coverage to widen as Parkin adds public and developer-managed spaces across the city. Parkin operates 268,300 paid spaces, 27 per cent above the 211,500 …
ALEC Holdings prices its IPO at top end of price range, raising AED1.4 billion
DUBAI, 1st October, 2025 (WAM) — ALEC Holdings PJSC, a market-leading diversified engineering and construction group, today announced that it has successfully completed the book building and …
UAE halts trade and financial ties with Iran ‘until further notice’ after missile launch
UAE suspended trade and financial dealings with Iran, citing regional escalations after alleged missile launch towards its territory by Iran.