Dubai’s mid-market hotels led occupancy performance in the first half of 2026, while targeted promotions and staycation campaigns helped narrow the hospitality sector’s annual decline in recent months …
Gamingtec Announces UAE Gaming-Related Vendor Licence
Gamingtec, an international B2B iGaming technology provider, today announced that it has been granted a Gaming-Related Vendor Licence by the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), …
UAE says situation safe after missile threatPublished on: August 19, 2026 12:44 AM
Pakistan, Aug. 19 — The United Arab Emirates said the situation was safe after authorities issued an alert warning of a missile threat. Residents were advised to resume normal activities.
London IPO of Dubai’s Damac 75% covered
The $500 million London initial public offer of shares by Dubai-based DAMAC Real Estate is 75 percent covered, and the deal is set to price on Tuesday, according to a lead. The property firm opened …
Belhasa Group delays IPO plans amid downturn
The Dubai-based Saif Belhasa Group of Companies, a family owned holding firm, has delayed selling its shares to the public amid the economic downturn, its chairman has told Arabian Business. The firm, …
UAE announces fee foreigners must pay as financial security for residency permit
UAE has stated the financial security deposit foreigners must pay before getting a residency permit and explained the fee required for the application.
UAE halts all trade and financial transactions with Iran amid rising tensions
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UAE updates visa-on-arrival rules for Filipinos; excludes holders of non-resident visas from Japan, 5 other countries
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has updated its visa-on-arrival eligibility rules for Philippine passport holders. According to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), Filipinos holding permanent …
UAE visa-on-arrival rules expand for Filipino travellers
Filipino citizens holding valid regular Philippine passports can qualify through two categories of supporting travel documents …
Going to the UAE? Here’s what Filipino passport holders need to know about the updated visa-on-arrival rules
Planning a trip to Dubai or Abu Dhabi anytime soon? If you’re a UAE-bound Filipino traveler, the Department of Foreign Affairs rolled out updated guidelines for those looking to avail of the country’s …
UAE expands visa privileges for Pinoys—DFA
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) yesterday announced expanded eligibility for visa-on-arrival privileges in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for …
DFA issues updated UAE visa-on-arrival guidelines
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has issued an updated guideline and requirements for Filipinos, particularly holders of valid regular Philippine passports, who want to avail of a …
Abu Dhabi property sales surge to $19.2bn as apartment prices jump 20% and foreign buyers drive market
Abu Dhabi residential sales hit $19.2bn in H1 2026 as apartment prices rose 20%, off-plan dominated deals and foreign buyers drove market activity …
Dubai RTA launches second Traffic Safety Film Festival with AED300,000 in prizes
Dubai RTA launches second Traffic Safety Film Festival with AED300,000 in prizes, inviting students, residents and organisations to create road safety films supporting Vision Zero and safer driving aw …
Dubai-it: His first job was as a waiter. Today he owns 10 restaurants in Dubai
Sandeep Shetty’s Dubai journey turning a passion for Mangalorean seafood into 10 restaurants, driven by hard work, great service, and Dubai’s fast business approvals …
UAE launches AI-focused finance leadership programmes
The UAE Ministry of Finance has partnered with DIFC Academy to launch two specialised programmes aimed at developing the next generation of financial leaders and advisers across federal entities.The n …
UAE says Iran launched two missiles at it after sounding threat alert
Earlier on Tuesday, the UAE’s interior ministry sent a phone alert stating that the situation was safe and people should resume normal activities after an earlier alert warning of a missile threat.