The UAE has a long and established history in the field of sustainability, which began with the initiatives launched by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who provided a vision for the UAE's future in sustainable development, he adds while speaking at the 26th UAE National Environment Day.

DUBAI, UAE - The Innovation Talks series will bring together heads and representatives of Dubai government departments, and experts from major private sector companies to discuss how they can work together to develop a common vision for the future.The Innovation Talks series in Dubai forms part of the emirate's participation...

The airport recorded 39.5 million passengers in 2019 before the coronavirus pandemic struck, and last week announced that with the World Cup in November and December, numbers had recovered to 35.7 million in 2022.

The initiative is a crucial step in modernizing global trade, using the tools of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, said Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade.

DUBAI, UAE - Dubai Customs and Dubai Chambers discussed supporting  businesses and the private sector and enhance the emirate’s competitiveness following Dubai's strategic plans and vision.These were the highlights of the meeting between Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, Director-General of Dubai Customs, CEO of Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation and Mohammad...

SHARJAH, UAE - Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) received a delegation from Matajer - one of the most important commercial shopping groups affiliated with Sharjah Holding Company - established under a partnership between Majid Al Futtaim Properties and Sharjah Asset Management.This comes within SEDD’s interest to strengthen partnerships with leading...

More dams are being built in the region to shield the residents against floods, offer a lifeline during drought and work towards food sufficiency by enhancing agriculture output.

ABU DHABI, UAE - Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan has emphasized the UAE’s commitment to achieving sustainability and protecting and preserving natural resources for future generations.In a statement...

The United Arab Emirates, France and India have issued a joint statement announcing the establishment of a trilateral cooperation initiative and the roadmap to begin its implementation. In the statement the three countries said the initiative will promote the design and execution of cooperation projects in various fields, including energy...

ABU DHABI, UAE - The UAE recently participated in the first Sustainable Finance Working Group (SFWG) meeting within the G20 Finance Track for 2023, which was held for the first time under the Indian Presidency.The meeting, which was held at Guwahati, Assam, India, sought to discuss the 2023 SFWG work...

Pipes and fittings, valves, bends and cladded pipes, industrial pumps, batteries, pipes and fittings, and many more goods will be manufactured locally.

ABU DHABI, UAE - UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan received French Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs Catherine Colonna.During the meeting, which took place in Abu Dhabi, the two sides discussed bilateral relations and available opportunities for widening their cooperation, under...

Dubai, UAE---A total of 2,157 real estate transactions worth over AED 9 billion ($2.44 billion) were conducted during the week ending Feb 3, 2023, according to figures released by the Dubai Land Department (DLD).The DLD report revealed that 237 plots were sold for AED 1.56 billion, with an additional 1,920...

ABU DHABI, UAE - The US Department of the Treasury’s Under Secretary for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence Brian Nelson led a two-day treasury delegation visit to the UAE to discuss  AML/CFT matters and areas of joint cooperation.The two sides discussed a range of topics of mutual interest pertaining to Anti-Money...

He was speaking at an event hosted by Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre, where the details of the second crewed mission of the UAE Astronaut Programme to the ISS was revealed. Scheduled for launch on Feb 26 at 11:07, the mission will be the first long-duration Arab astronaut mission.

The gaming markets in Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Egypt is expected to be worth $3.14bn by 2025, according to California-based market research and consulting firm Niko Partners.

DUBAI, UAE - Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) to enhance investment opportunities in the healthcare sector and support the formation of healthcare start-ups.The MoU will help to promote cooperation and coordination between the two sides and develop...

Under the pact, the companies will manufacture products in UAE.

Hours after the US Federal Reserve upped its target interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point, many central banks in the GCC region followed suit, raising their respective interest rates. Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Bahrain hiked it by 25 basis points while the central bank of Qatar...

“Increasing student competence in Arabic is a top priority; it's a crucial component of the UAE's national identity,” adds Sheikh Abdullah, who is also the Chairman of the Education and Human Resources Council, while highlighting the importance of keeping the standard of education system high.

There is a rise in the interest of foreign investors in the MENA startup ecosystem as their share increased from 20 percent in 2021 to 47 percent in 2022, reports suggest.

Abu Dhabi, UAE-- The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) announced that it has added to its smart channels a service for entry permits related to residents who stayed outside the UAE for more than six months.The service was activated as of last Friday, and the...

The report outlines Dubai's digital economy startups and the emirate's position as a future digital capital.

The company reported a profit of $67.25m for the last fiscal.

Around 27-39 companies in the Gulf region are expected to come out with IPOs in the first few months of this year with the Kingdom and UAE leading from the front, reports suggest.

ABU DHABI, UAE - One of the world's biggest solar plants will become fully operational this year in the oil-rich United Arab Emirates, months before it hosts UN climate talks, a partner company said Tuesday.The UAE, a major oil exporter, is spending billions to develop enough renewable energy to cover half...

Dubai, UAE -- Dubai real estate market recorded deals worth AED2.1 billion on Tuesday, Dubai Land Department said.The deals included 471 sales transactions worth AED1.87 billion, in addition 70 mortgage deals of AED122.36 million, and 14 gift deals amounting to AED130.13 million.The sales included 451 villas and apartments worth AED1.56...

The bank’s net profit for Q4 2022 was up 23%.

Abu Dhabi, UAE-- The first auction of the UAE treasury bond program in 2023 has been oversubscribed by 6.2 times, receiving bids worth AED6.85 billion ($1.76 billion), WAM reported.In 2022, the Ministry of Finance, the issuer, had issued bonds totaling AED 9 billion across tenors of two years, three years...

During the visit, UAE President and Pakistan's Prime Minister were due to discuss areas of mutual cooperation between the UAE and Pakistan.

Dubai, UAE--The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP), the Department of Health-Abu Dhabi (DoH) and the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), will showcase the latest developments on the National Program for Donation and Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues, "Hayat," at the Arab Health 2023 taking place from January 30 to...

‘Microbubble Treatments for Children’ programme research project is being pursued in partnership with the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

Linking of banking system with Russia is seen as an attempt by both the countries to get around the US economic sanctions.

The region remains cautious as it takes a strategic approach to invest in the technology by focusing on experimentation and finding suitable business use cases, says an expert.

ABU DHABI, UAE - Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) Monday received a French  delegation to strengthen bilateral relations through dialogues on investment opportunities and areas of collaboration in the financial field.The delegation was led by French Minister of Economy, Finance, Industrial and Digital Sovereignty Bruno Le Maire.The event brought together...

The UAE is pushing the merits of carbon capture -- removing carbon dioxide as fuel is burned, or from the air.

ADIB's revenue increased by 23% to US$1.8 billion in 2022.

ABU DHABI, UAE - UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) Monday launched the Industrial Census project, in collaboration with the Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Center (FCSC), members of the Industry Development Council, and the local statistics centers.The project aims to create a comprehensive database of all establishments that...

Dubai, UAE--The UAE has launched several innovative health projects in the 48th edition of Arab Health 2023, which began today at the Dubai World Trade Centre and will conclude on 2nd February, 2023.The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP), the Department of Health—Abu Dhabi (DoH), and the Dubai Health Authority...

DUBAI, UAE - The Emirates Health Services (EHS) will showcase its 19 innovative healthcare projects during Arab Health Exhibition 2023, which will be held from January 30 to February 2 at the Dubai World Trade Center.Dr. Youssef Mohamed Al Serkal, Director General of the Emirates Health Services, said that the...

At G20's first Health Working Group meeting in India, UAE affirmed its commitment to play an active role in addressing global health challenges.

Dubai, UAE - UAE's Federal Tax Authority (FTA) started the ‘Tax Support’ initiative to raise tax awareness among UAE’s business sectors through direct and sustained contact.The step is likely to help the businesses in enhancing compliance with tax laws and regulations, WAM reported.As a result, the first workshop for 2023...

DUBAI, UAE -  Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) inaugurated 17 new substations in 2022.These include fifteen 132kV stations with a conversion capacity of 2,280 megavolt amperes (MVA) and two 400kV stations with a conversion capacity of 4,000 MVA, in Al Qusais Industrial Area 5 and Jebel Ali First.DEWA installed...

The South Korean diplomat, who co-chairs the Ban Ki-moon Centre for Global Citizens, was in the UAE this weekend to launch a partnership with Dubai Cares, a civil society organization focused on training youth on "green skills". "We need a COP of solutions and a COP of action," he said.

There is a close link between cybersecurity and GRC and innovation plays a key role in governance systems. Organizations must first establish a GRC system in order to achieve cybersecurity objectives and create a secure working environment, he said while addressing the Dubai's GPRC Summit 2023.

DUBAI, UAE- Dubai is fast emerging as the city of choice for destination weddings, with a growing number of event planners across the world recommending the city to couples as the perfect venue for their marriage. This is in line with the efforts aimed at boosting the emirate's stature as...

NEW DELHI, INDIA -   The UAE participated in G20'S first health working group session held in India from January 18 -20.The aim of the meeting was to discuss the priorities for the health track within G20 under the Indian presidency this year.The Indian G20 presidency said that it will focus...

DUBAI, UAE - Dubai Electricity and Water Authority’s ( ) virtual employee ‘Rammas’, which uses Artificial Intelligence (AI), answered over 6.8 million enquiries since its launch in the first quarter of 2017 until the end of December 2022.Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA, said that DEWA launched...

On a monthly basis, the deposits grew by 0.06 percent.

Shored up by healthcare, financial services, banking sector, and raw material companies, the Saudi equities posted gains throughout the weeks.