New deal to transform Dubai into a Global Music City

• Dubai Culture has forged a strategic alliance with Music Nation Copyrights Management and DGMC Production to propel the emirate's music industry to worldwide recognition
• The partnership aims to ensure that these business structures bolster the success of local industries while leveraging the expertise of Music Nation and DGMC, says an official

Arab women embrace technology, innovation

• Arab countries are fostering a progressive environment for women, enabling them to participate in economic and technological transformations, says an expert
• Noha Kadry, Regional Program Manager at Red Hat Academy, highlights the significant strides women have made in tech industry, leading firms and inspiring others

Rise in legal awareness leads to fewer labor disputes

• Abu Dhabi sees a 40% drop in labor disputes in 2022 compared to 2021, thanks to increased legal awareness and successful campaigns by the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department
• The efficient handling of labor disputes in the labor court and the advancement of legal procedures in labor cases have contributed to enhancing economic stability of the UAE

Improving ICT infrastructure and digital skills to bolster tourism in Emerging Asian economies

• Tourism is beginning to rebound as restrictions implemented in response to the COVID-19 pandemic have been lifted, says an OECD report
• The post-lockdown reopening of China will serve to counterbalance and provide a necessary economic boost for the region, it predicts

GCC smart home market set to hit US$1.88bn by 2028

• Government initiatives and rising incomes are driving growth in the market, along with increased demand for indoor temperature control and security systems, says a report
• Rapid advancements in the sector have led to increasing availability of advanced control and connectivity applications that users can integrate into smart homes, it adds

SWFC to boost Canada-UAE investment partnership

• The Canada-UAE Sovereign Wealth Fund Council aims to harness synergies between Canadian Public Pension Funds and UAE Sovereign Wealth Funds in global markets
• Designed to offer an investment collaboration framework with a more dynamic and flexible structure, the SWFC will benefit Canada and the UAE as two key investment allies

Historic indictment: Trump becomes first former US president to face criminal charges

• A New York grand jury has indicted former US President Donald Trump over hush money payments made to porn star Stormy Daniels during his 2016 campaign
• This makes Trump the first former US president to face criminal charges, potentially disrupting his aspirations to regain office in the current presidential race

Emirati, regional leaders wish new UAE VP, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince, deputy rulers success in their roles

• Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani was the first among regional leaders to congratulate the UAE President on the move
• The UAE leaders meanwhile, also appreciated the latest decisions of Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and congratulated the new appointees

Millions rely on humanitarian assistance for survival

• The Big Heart Foundation introduces the "Enlighten their Future" campaign to support underprivileged communities during Ramadan, says its director
• The campaign seeks to unite the global community, private sector businesses, and government entities in providing crucial support for those in need

UAE replaces Bahrain as most happiest Arab country