DUBAI, UAE - Dubai consolidated its status as a central hub for international business events in 2023, with the city winning a record 349 bids to host international conferences, congresses, meetings and incentive travel programs.Driven by Dubai Business Events (DBE), the city's official convention bureau, the wins reflected a robust...

Dubai, UAE -- Dubai's real estate market recorded 510 sales transactions worth AED1.36 billion on Tuesday, in addition to 210 mortgage deals totaling AED1.95 billion, and 30 gift deals amounting to AED165.56 million, data released by Dubai's Land Department (DLD) showed.The sales included 446 villas and apartments worth AED949.04 million,...

Real estate soared by 4 percent, while financial and insurance activities surged 2.7 percent. The knowledge economy improved with a 2.6 percent increase in education, while electricity, gas, water and waste management activities grew by 2.2 percent.

DUBAI, UAE - In an age where data is a cornerstone of modern healthcare, the industry faces an escalating threat from cyber criminals seeking unauthorized access to sensitive information.Kingston Technology, a player in memory products and technology solutions, is urging healthcare entities to bolster their defenses against rising cyber threats. ...

DUBAI, UAE - The real estate and properties transactions valued at US$3.5 billion (AED13 billion) in total during the week ending January 19 2024.The sum of transactions was 3,697 and 184 plots were sold for US$547 million  (AED 2.01 billion), 2,770 apartments and villas were sold for US$2 billion (AED...

Dubai, UAE--The first edition of the Japan Kyoto Trade Exhibition 2024 is all set to kick off this Monday, 22nd January, at Dubai World Trade Centre.The three-day exhibition, jointly hosted by the governments of Kyoto, Japan, and the Department of Economy and Tourism in Dubai (DET), is expected to attract...

Davos, Switzerland - Pakistan and Dubai signed two agreements totaling over $3 billion on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos. The agreements will focus on collaboration in railways, economic zones, and infrastructure projects.One of the key agreements involves the establishment of a rail-based dedicated freight corridor (DFC)...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Jordan Henderson has moved a step closer to ending his much-criticized spell with Saudi club Al-Ettifaq by undergoing a medical with Dutch side Ajax, a source close to the negotiations told AFP on Thursday.The 33-year-old England midfielder has been with the Saudi club for just six months...

Dubai, UAE - Against the backdrop of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Whiteshield announces the release of the Global Labor Resilience Index (GLRI) 2024.As the world confronts the profound challenges of global warming and the urgency of transitioning to a sustainable future, the impact on labor markets looms large, a...

Dubai, UAE -- Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG) is more than just a collection of hotels, restaurants, and beach clubs. Renowned for crafting "lifestyle hospitality experiences," SHG blends luxury, entertainment and local flavor.TRENDS spoke with Antonio Gonzalez, CEO of Sunset Hospitality Group, about the Group's vision and how it has steadily built...

“We're witnessing strong, growing, and sustainable demand for energy and water in Dubai. In 2023, the peak electricity load rose by 9 percent, and peak water demand increased by 5 percent. This growth stems from urban development, economic expansion, and a steady rise in population," he adds.

Dubai, UAE - A missile hit a Greek-owned cargo ship off Yemen, a maritime risk management company said on Tuesday, following a string of attacks in the Red Sea by the Houthi rebels."A Malta-flagged, Greek-owned bulk carrier was reportedly targeted and impacted with a missile while transiting the southern Red Sea...

DUBAI, UAE – Emirates will hire 5,000 people as it awaits the arrival of its fleet of Airbus A350s.The airline is inviting fresh graduates with internships or part-time jobs on their résumés, those with a year or so of hospitality or customer service experience, and individuals keen to embark on an...

Dubai, UAE -- The total number of US$10 million plus home sales in Dubai grew by 92.4 percent to 431 sales during 2023, according to analysis carried out by global property consultancy, Knight Frank.The total value of sales above this price point grew by 91 percent last year to US$7.6...

The contract was awarded by Dubai Roads and Transport Authority.

The 2023 annual net profit rose 14 percent from 2022.

Dubai, UAE - Dubai saw record-breaking sale prices throughout 2023, with super-luxury residences selling for up to US$4,000 (AED14,692) per square foot, marking consecutive year-over-year increases since 2020, according to the 2024 Sotheby’s International Realty (SIR) Luxury Outlook Report.For the past two or three years post-Covid lockdowns, high-net-worth buyers have...

DUBAI, UAE - Nasdaq Dubai has welcomed the listing of a US$600 million green bond by China Construction Bank (DIFC Branch).The green bond issuance targets combating climate change, represents China Construction Bank's significant commitment to sustainable financing and highlights the growing synergy in green financing between China and UAE.To mark...

It commissioned 1,414 substations of 11kv in Dubai.

DUBAI, UAE - Worldwide PC shipments totaled 63.3 million units in the fourth quarter of 2023, a 0.3 percent increase from the fourth quarter of 2022, according to preliminary results by Gartner, Inc.This marks the first time that quarterly shipments have increased after eight straight quarters of decline, a press...

Dubai, UAE -- The real estate and properties transactions valued at 10.1 billion ($2.74 billion) in total during the week ending 12 January 2024. The sum of transactions was 2,910.A total of 209 plots were sold for AED 2.19 billion, 2,100 apartments and villas were sold for AED 4.84 billion.The...

DUBAI, UAE - Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) announced that its customers conducted around 12.5 million digital transactions in 2023, compared to around 10 million digital transactions in 2022, an increase of about 25 percent.This reflects DEWA’s leading role in supporting the leadership’s vision to make Dubai the smartest...

Dubai, UAE – Sales of properties worth more than $1.35 million and $2.70 million in Dubai hit record levels in 2023, reaching 10,296 and 3,806, up 54.5% and 68.4% from a year earlier, respectively, says CBRE in its study. Off-plan sales in both segments of the market have been the primary...

DUBAI, UAE - Yemen's Houthi rebels, who vowed to retaliate against US and British strikes early on Friday against key military sites, have built up a significant arsenal, including cruise missiles and drones.Since the Israel-Hamas war broke out on October 7, the Iran-backed Houthis have carried out a spate of attacks...

"Dubai transcends economic statistics; it embodies a pursuit of the highest quality of life. Our aspiration is to achieve excellence, provide superior services, and ensure top quality across various sectors," Al Gergawi adds while speaking during his keynote at the '1 Billion Followers Summit'.

The ministers taking the oath of office were Dr Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak Al Shamsi who was appointed as Minister of Environment and a member of the UAE Cabinet; Mohamed Mubarak Fadhel Al Mazrouei, the new Minister of State for Defense Affairs and member of the UAE Cabinet; and...

DUBAI, UAE -  Rory McIlroy kicked off his year with a sparkling nine-under-par 62 to take a two-stroke lead after the first round of the Dubai Invitational on Thursday.The world number two is playing his first event since the DP World Tour Championship last November, which was also played in Dubai,...

The announcement came hours after a British-navy maritime security agency said armed men boarded the Greek-owned, Marshall Islands-flagged St Nikolas off Oman and changed course towards Bandar-e-Jask in Iran. Four or five "unauthorized boarders are reported to be wearing military-style black uniforms with black masks", the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations...

The International Energy Agency said that the renewable energy capacity added to energy systems went up 50 percent in 2023, touching almost 510 gigawatts, with solar PV accounting for three-quarters of additions worldwide. Nearly 200 nations at the COP28 summit last month agreed to transition away from fossil fuels.

The emirate ranked 28th globally in the 2023 Urban Mobility Readiness Index, highlighting its efforts in creating a sustainable, future-ready transportation ecosystem.

DUBAI, UAE – The Mohammed bin Rashid Establishment for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Dubai SME), a part of Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), has joined forces with Chi-X Digital Assets (CXDA), an AI-based fintech platform.CXDA provides short-term debt products that help generate liquidity, facilitate investment, maximize economic...

DUBAI, UAE – For over 30 years, globalization has been the evergreen megatrend as global trade has helped lift some one billion people out of poverty, an expert has said.Yin Zou, the Executive Vice President of Corporate Development, DHL Group, wrote in the World Economic Forum that the COVID-19 pandemic...

DUBAI, UAE - The Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolution is upon us, with AI becoming a pervasive force in our daily lives, an expert has said.Igor Tulchinsky, Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, WorldQuant, wrote for the World Economic Forum that while AI brings tremendous potential benefits — from diagnosing illness...

Dubai, UAE - The Emirates is to put 84 people on trial for terror-related offenses, state media said on Saturday. The Gulf state's attorney general ordered the trial of "mostly members of the terrorist organization of (the) Muslim Brotherhood", official news agency WAM said.In 2013, the UAE tried 94 activists, lawyers,...

Aim is to expand Dragon Oil’s investments in Turkmenistan.

DUBAI, UAE - Aramex, a global provider of comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions, announced a collaboration with the movie, Dunki starring Bollywood Shah Rukh Khan.The partnership marks Aramex as the official brand partner for the movie and is a showcase of the brand’s commitment to expanding its presence in India,...

DUBAI, UAE –  The Dubai Center for Family Businesses, which operates under the Dubai Chambers umbrella, has released a ‘Sample Article of Association for Family Businesses’ to outline effective management, governance procedures and corporate best practices.This will help promote growth and continuity among family businesses in Dubai.The Sample Article of...

Dubai, UAE -- A total of 1,721 real estate and properties transactions valued at AED 5.8 billion ($1.57 billion) were conducted during the week ending 5th January, according to the Dubai Land Department (DLD).The DLD weekly report said that114 plots were sold for AED 1.36 billion, 1,183 apartments and villas...

DUBAI, UAE - The New Year began on a high note for Dubai Duty Free with the announcement of an all-time sales record of US$2.16 billion (AED 7.885 billion) for 2023, representing a 24.39 percent increase over the previous year and 6.4 percent up on pre-pandemic in 2019.December finished with...

Dubai, UAE - The UAE has issued a law establishing ‘Parkin’, a public joint stock company (PJSC) that will oversee operations related to parking spaces in Dubai.The newly established company will have financial, administrative and legal autonomy to fulfil its responsibilities, WAM reported.Also, the company's duration is set at 99...

Dubai, UAE -- The total number of homes available for sale in Dubai’s Burj Khalifa declined by 52 percent during 2023, reflecting the growing number of long-term investors and genuine end users, according to analysis carried out by global property consultant Knight Frank to mark the 14th anniversary of the...

In Dubai and Abu Dhabi, lights and fireworks illuminated the skies as international tourists soaked up the celebratory scenes. The festivities in the region though took place against the backdrop of the Gaza war, where the Israeli army continued with its offensive and the civilian toll inched up.

DUBAI, UAE -  Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, has issued Executive Council Resolution No. 124 of 2023 on single-use products.The aim of the resolution is to protect the environment, encourage people to adopt an eco-friendly lifestyle, and...

DUBAI, UAE – Egypt stands as the most populous Arab country with 113 million people, marking it the 14th largest population worldwide, according to a recent overview by the World Population Review and Worldometer.The data, highlighting population sizes of various countries worldwide, pointed out that the global population has reached...

Dubai, UAE--The Arab Strategy Forum will commence in Dubai on January 3rd, 2024 to debate the intricate political and economic landscape of the Arab region.Titled "The Political and Economic State of the Arab World in 2024," the thought-provoking event will bring together prominent global leaders, strategic experts, and leading figures...

Dubai – An innovative agricultural project in the United Arab Emirates, has generated $5.6 million euros from carbon credit sales. The achievement symbolizes a successful blend of economic gain and environmental responsibility, leveraging the latest trend in global climate action initiatives.Carbon credits are permits that allow a company to emit a...

Dubai, UAE - Dubai real estate annual sales comprising 127,000 deals have exceeded Dhs400 billion ($109 billion) during the current year for the first time ever, based on data from the Dubai Land Department (DLD), the highest number recorded in the history of the market. The momentum in the real estate...

Dubai, UAE -- Three toolkits have been developed for family-owned businesses, which make up approximately 90 percent of the UAE’s private sector, by the Dubai Centre for Family Businesses.The toolkits – Succession Planning for Family Businesses, Family Office and Fostering Productivity through Streamlined Family Communication-- focus on key areas impacting...

DUBAI, UAE - The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Dubai Maritime Authority of Dubai Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC).This partnership marks a significant stride in improving the regulatory framework for maritime business operations to enhance efficiency in...

They partnered to lead global expansion of the cooling sector.