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Thursday, Sep 10, 2026
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Dubai Square Plans Fully Air-Conditioned Parking Facilities
Developers of Dubai Square said the future retail complex will feature climate-controlled, architecturally designed parking as part of its wider customer-experience strategy.
Dubai Opera Marks 10th Anniversary With Backstage Tours
Dubai Opera is celebrating a decade since opening by offering public tours behind the scenes of the Downtown Dubai venue.
Dubai Marks 20 Years of Sheikh Hamdan’s Executive Council Leadership
Dubai is commemorating two decades since Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum became chairman of the Executive Council, a period marked by major infrastructure and public-service development.
UAE Authorities Warn Residents About Fraudulent Visa Websites
Cybersecurity officials issued an alert over fake websites designed to imitate government visa portals and steal personal information, banking details and payments.
Indian Airline Announces New Direct Service From Madhya Pradesh to Sharjah
A new route will connect the Indian state directly with Sharjah, adding capacity to the busy UAE-India travel market serving expatriate and tourism demand.
UK Air Traffic Failure Causes Delays for Emirates and Etihad Passengers
A technical problem in Britain’s airspace system caused knock-on cancellations and delays for Gulf carriers, leaving hundreds of UAE-bound passengers stranded in London.
Apple Launches AED8,499 Foldable iPhone Duo in UAE
Apple’s first foldable device has gone on sale in Dubai and Abu Dhabi alongside the iPhone 18 Pro, introducing a new premium price point in the local smartphone market.
Schneider Electric Uses UAE as Base for Africa and Asia Expansion
The energy-management company said its Dubai operations will serve as a central platform for sustainable infrastructure and technology growth across markets in Africa and Asia.
Keeta Selects Silicon Central Mall for First Dubai Drone Delivery Hub
Keeta plans to operate an automated delivery service from the roof of Silicon Central Mall as Dubai expands trials of drone-based retail logistics.
Starlink Launches Satellite Internet Service in UAE
Starlink activated high-speed satellite broadband across the Emirates, adding a new connectivity option to a market that already has extensive 5G coverage.
UAE Hosts Sixth UNFCCC Just Transition Dialogue Ahead of COP31
Climate officials and sustainability leaders are taking part in the UAE-led Just Transition Work Programme in Baku as negotiations continue on equitable approaches to global decarbonization.
Anwar Gargash Calls for Lasting Gulf Stability
The UAE president’s diplomatic adviser told the Hili Forum that the region cannot remain caught between recurring conflict and temporary arrangements, calling for more durable stability.
UK Trade Minister Reaffirms UAE’s Appeal as Business Hub Amid Regional Tensions
During a visit to the Emirates, the British trade minister said the UAE remains a secure and stable destination for international business despite geopolitical instability nearby.
Global Bond Yields at 18-Year Highs Prompt UAE Portfolio Adjustments
UAE financial institutions and sovereign investors are reassessing fixed-income holdings as global bond yields reach their highest levels since 2008.
UAE Banks Prepare for Stricter Data Privacy and Identity Security Requirements
Financial regulators and industry leaders are pushing banks to strengthen identity-access controls as cyber risks increase and customer-data protection becomes a greater priority.
UAE Tightens Corporate Transfer-Pricing Scrutiny
The Federal Tax Authority is increasing oversight of cross-border transfer pricing, raising compliance requirements for multinational companies operating in the Emirates.
UAE and Lebanon Launch Business Council to Expand Investment and Trade
Business leaders from both countries established a joint council aimed at identifying investment opportunities and supporting stronger commercial ties.
Binghatti Holds Talks on Multibillion-Dollar Dubai Development Partnership
The developer’s chairman said the company is negotiating a new partnership involving large real-estate projects at prime locations across Dubai.
Majid Al Futtaim Forecasts Strong 2026 After First-Half Profit Rises 25%
The UAE-based retail and leisure group reported a 25% increase in first-half profit and said it expects growth to remain strong through the end of the year.
Dubai Home Prices Post First Annual Decline Since February 2021
Cavendish Maxwell said average residential prices in Dubai fell year on year for the first time in more than five years, signaling a cooling in the property market.
Azizi Developments Unveils AED30 Billion Sharjah Community
Dubai-based Azizi announced the AED30 billion Azizi Florence project, a master-planned development combining residential, retail and hospitality components in Sharjah.
Dubai Holding Awards Record AED5 Billion Construction Contract
Dubai Holding awarded its largest single construction contract to a Chinese company for its new headquarters and the Jumeirah Residences at Emirates Towers.
ROX Begins Electric-Vehicle Production in Abu Dhabi
Electric-vehicle manufacturer ROX has started production in the UAE, supporting Abu Dhabi’s efforts to develop domestic green manufacturing and export capacity.
DP World Invests BRL1.6 Billion to Expand Brazil’s Port of Santos
The Dubai-based logistics group plans to increase container capacity at Santos to 1.7 million TEUs by the end of 2026 as it expands its South American operations.
G42 and ADNOC Expand AI Deployment Across Energy Operations
The Abu Dhabi companies are widening the use of specialized artificial intelligence models following a $1.4 billion restructuring of AIQ, targeting faster seismic interpretation and greater operational efficiency.
IHC to Acquire 80% of UAE Aerospace Group Marlan Holding
Abu Dhabi-based International Holding Company plans to take an 80% stake in Marlan Holding, expanding its exposure to the UAE’s developing commercial space and aerospace sector.
Abu Dhabi’s XRG Enters Venezuelan Energy Market
The international investment arm of ADNOC has entered Venezuela’s energy sector as it expands its portfolio of overseas energy assets amid changing global sanctions conditions.
Wizz Air and Lufthansa Restore More Flights to UAE
Wizz Air is returning with 49 weekly services across 12 routes to Dubai and Abu Dhabi, while Lufthansa plans to resume daily Frankfurt and Zurich flights by late October.
Air France Extends Suspension of Dubai Flights Amid Airspace Concerns
The airline prolonged its pause on services to Dubai as the U.S.-Iran conflict affects regional airspace, complicating travel for passengers connecting between Europe and the Gulf.
UAE Non-Oil Trade Exceeds AED1.9 Trillion in First Half of 2026
The Emirates recorded $517.36 billion in non-oil foreign trade during the first six months of the year, highlighting continued trade growth despite instability elsewhere in the region.
UAE President Begins First State Visit to Germany
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan is making his first state visit to Germany, with discussions expected to build on €34 billion of existing UAE investment in areas including artificial intelligence, digital technology and life sciences.
UAE Says Strait of Hormuz Must Remain Open Amid U.S.-Iran Conflict
Trade Minister Thani Al Zeyoudi said the critical shipping route cannot be subjected to tolls or restrictions, while assuring markets that the UAE has alternative trade arrangements available amid regional tensions.
‘Thank You UAE’ Humanitarian Campaign Reaches Audiences in 171 Countries
An international media campaign highlighting UAE foreign aid and disaster-relief programs reached audiences across 171 countries, according to organizers.
Sheikh Mohammed Invites Kuwaiti Prime Minister to Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2027
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum invited Kuwait’s prime minister to the 2027 sustainability gathering as the UAE seeks closer Gulf cooperation on clean energy and climate policy.
UAE Tightens School Bus Rules With One-Minute Residential Waiting Limit
Education and transport authorities introduced a 60-second limit for school buses waiting outside students’ homes, using parent-tracking applications to improve punctuality and traffic flow.
UAE Launches Emergency Number Campaign to Reduce Misuse of 999 Hotline
Police forces across the country began a coordinated public awareness drive after authorities found that many calls to the 999 emergency number involved non-urgent inquiries.
Sharjah Adds Six Coastal Fortifications to UNESCO Tentative World Heritage List
The Sharjah Archaeology Authority registered six historic coastal defense sites on UNESCO’s Tentative List, strengthening the emirate’s cultural tourism portfolio.
UAE Sends 186 Tonnes of Humanitarian Aid to Nepal
Four UAE transport aircraft delivered 186 tonnes of medical supplies, food and rescue equipment to support recovery efforts following severe natural disasters in Nepal.
UAE Conducts 212,000 Workplace Inspections in Illegal Hiring Crackdown
Federal labor authorities inspected 212,000 workplaces and penalized violations involving undocumented employment, wage theft and visa fraud.
UAE Labor Violations Fall 15% in First Half of 2026
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation reported a 15% decline in private-sector labor law breaches, attributing the improvement to digital monitoring, awareness campaigns and stronger enforcement.
RAK Properties and Rakbank Launch Financing Program for Off-Plan Homes
RAK Properties and Rakbank introduced mortgage and financing options tailored to off-plan property buyers and first-time homeowners in the Northern Emirates.
Etihad Airways to Launch Abu Dhabi Flights to Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Coast
Etihad will begin direct services on Oct. 4 between Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea tourism region, cutting travel time to the coastal resorts to just over three hours.
Emirates Introduces Motorized Premium Economy Seat With Full-Height Privacy Screen
Emirates unveiled a new premium economy product featuring electrically adjustable seats and taller privacy dividers as the airline upgrades its long-haul cabin offering.
Dubai Private Schools Enter Global Top 10 in PISA 2025 Results
Private schools in Dubai ranked among the world’s top 10 across major academic areas in the latest Programme for International Student Assessment.
UAE Ranked Second in Global Crypto Hub Index
A new international index placed the UAE second among cryptocurrency and digital-asset centers, citing favorable taxation, virtual-asset regulation and institutional adoption.
Talabat Deploys Autonomous Delivery Robots Inside Dubai High-Rises
Talabat partnered with a Singapore-based robotics company to introduce delivery robots capable of navigating elevators and corridors in residential and commercial towers.
Dubai Land Department Uses AI to Train and Monitor Real Estate Professionals
The Dubai Land Department introduced an artificial intelligence-based system for training, licensing and overseeing brokers and property managers in the emirate’s property market.
UAE AI Office and Google Offer Free Gemini Access to University Students
The UAE Artificial Intelligence Office partnered with Google to provide university students with complimentary access to the Gemini platform as part of efforts to expand domestic digital skills.
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