The Cabinet has approved a decision to restructure the Board of Directors of the Securities and Commodities Authority, under the chairmanship of Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa Al Hammadi. The decision is part of developing the system and workflow in the federal government in support of the UAE’s vision.

A young population, increased user spending, robust govt backing for games and e-sports and new players are poised to push the sector's growth in the region.

UAE consumers show a growing interest in natural foods, backed by the understanding that natural produce is the healthier choice, a survey has said. Nearly 60 percent of the participants agreed that the naturalness of the product influences their grocery choices, the highest of all markets, according to the survey...

In order to explore solutions for water, food, and energy challenges, the UAE, Jordan, and the Netherlands wrapped up the inaugural edition of the Water-Food-Energy (WFE) Summit.

Several countries — ranging from regional ones like Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Iraq, and Egypt, to Russia and the US — have come together to condemn the attacks. US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan has even said his country would “work with the UAE and international partners to hold [the Houthis]...

Flouting norms, massive mismanagement and lack of transparency and corporate governance have potential to take any company the Marka Holding way

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with the Emirates Creative Association to enhance cooperation and exchange knowledge and experiences.

Eleven people were killed in air strikes on Yemen's rebel-held capital, a witness and medical sources told AFP on Tuesday, as the Saudi-led coalition hit back after a deadly attack on Abu Dhabi.

The Russian Federation Parliament (State Duma) has strongly condemned the Houthi militia attack targeting civil facilities in the UAE yesterday.

The United Arab Emirates of which Abu Dhabi is the capital is part of a Riyadh-led military coalition that supports Yemen's government against the Iran-backed Houthi rebels, who have repeatedly targeted Saudi Arabia with cross-border strikes.

Dozens of Israeli high tech companies are keen to open units in Dubai or Abu Dhabi after Rapyd's decision to open its office in UAE. "The attraction of this option is that it can be a means for companies to lure much needed manpower that cannot be brought to Israel,"...

The official export credit agencies of the UAE and South Korea have signed an MoU to boost investments in sustainable green energy, with a focus on hydrogen production projects development and trade relations between the two countries. Under the agreement between Etihad Credit Insurance and K-SURE, the official export credit...

The world's largest known cut diamond went on public display for the first time Monday ahead of its sale, when it is expected to reach five million dollars.

The UAE and the UN have committed to further enhance collective international action to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

MoU aimed at enhancing cyber skills training in UAE schools.

The year 2022 would “offer a more comprehensive acceptance of remote working policies, as more companies are allowing employees anywhere,” Sam Tayan, head of MENA at Zoom, told TRENDS in an interview. Zoom is eyeing a big piece of the video-communication pie in these countries.

Deposits at banks in the UAE grew 80 percent to AED1,884 billion ($513 billion) in 2020 from AED1,049 billion ($285.64 billion) in 2010.

South Korea's soft power matches its economic achievements, President Moon Jae-in said on Sunday at the start of a Middle East tour expected to focus on business and trade opportunities.

The UAE and Algeria will work to further strengthen ties between the two countries, and both have shown appreciation for each other's eagerness to boost ties.

The Henley Passport Index ranks 199 passports, based on how many countries and territories their holders can travel to without needing a visa.

A 20,000 ft space, the experiential, urban food and bar hall spans across the UAE’s iconic waterfront destination The Pointe.

Located in Muharraq, Bahrain, Green Corner operates under the auspices of Sheikh Ibrahim Centre for Culture and Research.

Chaired by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, ruler of Dubai and Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE, the Cabinet approved the Executive Regulations of the Federal Decree Law on Regulation of Labor Relations and the Executive Regulations of the Federal Law regarding the regulation and protection of industrial...

The UAE and Brazil have reiterated their resolve to boost bilateral relations in the light of the strategic partnership between the two countries.

The region’s coffee market growing rapidly creates new business opportunities, says Ali Al-Ebrahim, founder and CEO of COFE.

The UAE has issued a decree which seeks to obtain feedback from Emiratis on their requirements for social services, with the aim of enhancing their quality of life and strengthening neighborhood community bonds. Prime Minister of The UAE Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum issued it on Residential Neighborhood Majlises...

The Federation of Arab News Agencies (FANA) has stressed on the significance of the Palestinian cause and flayed the attempts of some agencies to block the information related to the issue. FANA approved a memo on dealing with global platforms on the conclusion of its 48th General Assembly on Wednesday,...

The UAE hosted a meeting of the Finance and Investment Committee of the Saudi-Emirati Coordination Council to discuss financial and economic cooperation between the two countries.

The UAE's Ministry of Economy has received 2,428 patent applications in 2021, an increase of 26.7 percent from 2020 when 1,917 applications were received. In 2010, a total of 1,288 applications were received, compared to 157 in 2000. The total number of industrial model requests increased by 290 percent during...

Dr. Abdulrahman Al Awar, Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation, has discussed with Krishna Prasad Dhakal, Ambassador of Nepal to the UAE, means of fostering ties in the field of manpower.

The UAE government has launched the Coders HQ, a new transformational project that re-defines local coding communities, in partnership with more than 40 companies in the UAE and worldwide.

The two countries are on track to finish negotiations on a Free Trade Agreement by March or April, Israel's first ambassador to the UAE, Amir Hayek tells TRENDS

While the likes of Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, and Jordan depend heavily on tourism for revenue, the UAE and Saudi Arabia are using it to diversify their economy.

A meeting of the Dubai Free Zones Council (DFZ Council) on Sunday discussed how to facilitate opening business bank accounts for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), opportunities to attract Emirati talent to free zones and other issues concerning the business sectors within Dubai's free zones. The meeting chaired by the...

Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America have welcomed the announcement that the UN Interim Transition Assistance Mission to Sudan is facilitating discussions to resolve Sudan’s political crisis.  "We strongly support this UN-facilitated, Sudanese-led dialogue initiative. We urge all Sudanese political actors...

A new research paper will explore potential green hydrogen collaborations between the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom.

Trade between Bangladesh and the UAE has reached $1.2 billion in 2021, recording a growth of more than 15 percent, Bangladesh's ambassador to the UAE Mohammed Abu Zafar has said. The ambassador hailed his country's relations with the UAE as deeply rooted and increasingly developing thanks to the support provided...

A new year saw quite some ups and downs in the top stock markets in the region, even as the UAE markets adjusted to a Monday-to-Friday workweek.

After the progress and setbacks to travel and tourism in 2021, enthusiasts are looking to make the best of 2022.

Some grumbled at the change and businesses were split, with many moving to the Western-style weekend but other private firms sticking with Fridays and Saturdays, as in other Gulf states.

The Central Bank said on Friday that the Money Supply aggregate M1 increased by 2.1 percent, from AED 671.6 billion ($182 billion) at the end of October 2021 to AED 686.0 billion at the end of November 2021. The Money Supply aggregate M2 increased by 1.3 percent, from AED 1,498.3...

The UAE is hosting the 19th Conference of Arab Ministers of Higher Education and Scientific Research, which is organized by the Ministry of Education in cooperation with the Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO).

People are hungry to consume content that they can understand and more importantly relate to, says Eyad Basheer, chief operating officer of Tamatem.

Emirates Development Bank (EDB) has signed an MoU with Industrial Cities and Free Zone Cluster of AD Ports Group to support the industrial sector in the emirate and the UAE.

Besides the UAE, Albania, Brazil, Gabon and Ghana formally took up the posts they won in an election in June. During its two-year term, the UAE will serve as president of the Security Council twice--March 2022 and June 2023.

A Saudi-led military coalition threatened Tuesday to target Yemen's rebel-held ports after Huthi fighters seized a UAE-flagged ship -- unless the vessel is freed. On Monday, the pro-Iran Shiite Huthi rebels based in the key Red Sea port of Hodeida seized the Emirati-flagged Rwabee ship claiming it contained military materials....

The contract awarded to NPCC for the development of Umm Shaif field.

Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka Gamini Lakshman Peiris said that Expo 2020 Dubai is a great opportunity and a world-class platform to promote his country as a major tourist attraction. During Sri Lanka’s National Day celebrations at Expo 2020 Dubai, Peiris noted that the warm hospitality shown to tourists by...

Expo 2020, the world's biggest event since the pandemic, has passed the halfway mark, recording nearly nine million visitors so far. The visits have been boosted by a slate of spectacular events across the December festive season and with more world-class sport, music and cultural performances expected in the second...

The two countries will seek to protect intellectual property rights, and also agreed to host cultural events, facilitate public participation in events.