Dubai Times

UAE and Global Airlines Maintain Connectivity Despite Regional Flight Disruptions

UAE carriers continue operating scheduled services while international airlines adjust or suspend some Middle East routes, making updated aviation guidance increasingly important for travelers.

Dubai Culture Announces Autumn Program of Exhibitions and Heritage Events

Dubai Culture has unveiled an autumn schedule of international art exhibitions, heritage festivals and design showcases across museums and historic districts to support cultural tourism.

UAE Pro League Clubs Complete International Signings Ahead of New Season

Leading UAE Pro League clubs have finalized major foreign-player transfers and intensified preseason training as teams prepare for the new domestic football season.

Dubai Maritime City Accelerates Expansion for Ship Repair and Yacht Manufacturing

Dubai Maritime City is advancing waterfront and dry-dock infrastructure projects to accommodate rising demand for commercial vessel maintenance and bespoke superyacht construction.

Dubai Future Foundation Launches Accelerators for Quantum Computing and Climate Adaptation

The Dubai Future Foundation has opened new incubation programs at Area 2071 focused on quantum cryptography and technologies designed to strengthen climate resilience in arid regions.

Ras Al Khaimah Reports Record International Tourism Growth as Eco-Tourism Expands

Ras Al Khaimah has recorded strong growth in overnight international visitors, supported by luxury eco-resorts, adventure attractions in the Al Hajar mountains and targeted overseas marketing.

Sharjah Research Park Attracts Clean Technology and Advanced Manufacturing Firms

Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park has secured new commitments from international companies working in sustainable construction, three-dimensional printing and advanced mobility.

Dubai Municipality Expands Smart Sensors to Improve Waste Collection

Dubai Municipality has deployed additional internet-of-things sensors across residential and commercial areas to automate waste collection routes and improve urban cleanliness.

Dubai World Trade Centre Prepares Busy Autumn and Winter Conference Calendar

The Dubai World Trade Centre has confirmed a large schedule of international trade fairs, technology summits and medical congresses expected to attract hundreds of thousands of business delegates.

Dubai Police Shut More Than 100 Fraudulent Social Media Accounts in Cybercrime Crackdown

Dubai Police intensified operations against online fraud networks during the second quarter, shutting down more than 100 fraudulent social media accounts and arresting suspects linked to financial scams.

Emirates Global Aluminium Expands Recycling and Clean Energy Capabilities

Emirates Global Aluminium is increasing recycled aluminum processing capacity and securing dedicated clean-energy supplies for its major smelting operations as part of its decarbonization efforts.

UAE Federal Authority Upgrades Digital Visa Renewal Services for Residents

The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security has introduced enhanced biometric verification and automated processing to reduce paperwork and shorten visa-renewal procedures for expatriate residents.

UAE Space Agency Advances Satellite Programs and International Exploration Partnerships

The UAE Space Agency has completed key testing for next-generation Earth observation satellites and strengthened research partnerships with international space programs ahead of upcoming missions.

Abu Dhabi Investment Authority Expands Global Exposure to Infrastructure and Technology

The Abu Dhabi Investment Authority has made international investments in renewable energy grids, digital infrastructure and semiconductor manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe and Asia.

UAE Ministry of Health Expands AI Diagnostics Across Federal Hospitals

Federal hospitals are introducing machine-learning diagnostic and predictive-care technologies to improve clinical accuracy, shorten emergency waiting times and raise healthcare service standards.

UAE Central Bank Maintains Prudent Monetary Stance as Banking Liquidity Remains Strong

The Central Bank of the UAE is maintaining a balanced monetary policy approach, supported by stable domestic inflation, strong bank capital ratios and ample liquidity across the financial system.

Etihad and Emirates Expand Codeshare Partnerships Across Global Networks

Etihad Airways and Emirates have expanded commercial cooperation through additional codeshare arrangements designed to improve passenger connections and link major destinations across Europe, Asia and the Americas.

DIFC Records Strong Growth in Wealth Management and Alternative Investment Firms

The Dubai International Financial Centre reported a surge in newly licensed asset managers, hedge funds and family offices, strengthening its role as a financial link between Western and Asian capital markets.

UAE Airlines Maintain Schedules as Regional Airspace Disruptions Continue

Emirates and flydubai have maintained regular operations despite regional airspace adjustments, while several international carriers have extended flight suspensions to Middle Eastern destinations, leaving travelers dependent on updated ...

UAE Tax Authority and Dubai Police Seize AED 82 Million in Non-Compliant Excise Goods

Joint inspections during the first half of the year resulted in the seizure of more than 3.5 million illicit excise-goods packages, with 59 seizure reports and AED 82 million in assessed taxes and penalties.

UAE Government Declares August 28 Paid Public Holiday for Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday

The UAE has designated Friday, August 28, 2026, as a paid public holiday for federal government and private-sector employees, giving residents a three-day weekend to mark Mawlid Al Nabawi.

Dubai Land Department Targets 200 PropTech Startups and $300 Million in Technology Investment

The Dubai Land Department is expanding accelerators and digital platforms for property technology, with targets of attracting 200 startups, creating more than 3,000 jobs and securing over $300 million in foreign technology investment.

UAE Expands Golden Visa and Entrepreneur Residency Programs to Attract Global Investment

The UAE Ministry of Economy has streamlined long-term residency frameworks as part of efforts to attract international capital, family offices and multinational headquarters and strengthen the country’s position as a global investment hub.

Masdar Expands Global Renewable Energy Portfolio Toward 100-Gigawatt Target

Masdar, jointly owned by TAQA, ADNOC and Mubadala, is accelerating international deployment of utility-scale solar and battery storage projects as it works toward a target of 100 gigawatts of clean energy capacity by 2030.

Dubai Real Estate Market Records AED 421 Billion in First-Half Transactions

Dubai’s property market recorded AED 421 billion in transactions during the first half of the year, with population growth, end-user purchases and greater regulatory transparency supporting a shift toward more data-driven growth.

UAE Ranks First Globally for FinTech Skills and Second for AI Talent Attraction

The latest UAE Economic Graph Report places the country first worldwide for financial technology skills and second for attracting artificial intelligence talent relative to population, underscoring its growing strength in emerging techno...

UAE Posts One of the World’s Strongest Hiring Recoveries as Global Talent Flows Surge

A joint report from LinkedIn and the UAE Ministry of Foreign Trade says the UAE has maintained one of the world’s most resilient labor-market recoveries, supported by employment growth in real estate, education, healthcare and logistics ...

Turkish Parliament Passes Landmark Bill Granting Conditional Amnesty to Disarmed PKK Members

Lawmakers vote 468 to 88 to approve a legal framework for disarming and reintegrating Kurdish militants, marking a major legislative step toward ending a 40-year conflict.

UAE Heat Reaches 45 Degrees as Perseids Meteor Shower Peaks

Temperatures across the UAE are reaching 45 degrees Celsius as the Perseids meteor shower reaches its visible peak, giving residents a rare combination of extreme summer heat and a major astronomical event.

Dubai Police Offer Free Vehicle Safety Checks Through August 23

Dubai Police have launched a free vehicle inspection campaign covering tires and mechanical safety through August 23, with the initiative aimed at reducing seasonal incidents involving tire failures and vehicle fires.

Dubai Confirms Paid Public-Sector Holiday for Prophet Muhammad's Birthday

The Dubai government has confirmed that public-sector and state-affiliated employees will receive a paid holiday to mark the Prophet Muhammad's Birthday.

Dubai Adds Home Gardening Services to Careem App

Dubai residents will be able to book vetted gardening and landscaping professionals through the Careem app from September, extending the city's on-demand digital services into home maintenance.

Sharjah Charity International Funds 4,300 Eye Surgeries Overseas

Sharjah Charity International has financed more than 4,300 eye surgeries for disadvantaged patients abroad through a Dh2.2 million humanitarian campaign focused on restoring vision.

Dubai Uses Artificial Intelligence to Speed Up Residential Water Quality Testing

Dubai Municipality has introduced artificial intelligence algorithms to analyze domestic water samples more quickly, allowing residents to receive safety certifications for household water supplies with less processing time.

Emirates Standardizes Commercial Music Licensing Fees for Hospitality and Retail Businesses

The UAE government has introduced a unified framework for commercial music licensing, requiring hotels, restaurants and retail businesses to pay regulated royalties to support artists and strengthen intellectual property enforcement.

Dubai to Host New Environment Conference and Exhibition Focused on Green Investment

Dubai will host a new environmental conference and exhibition under the patronage of Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed, bringing together climate innovators and green technology investors as the UAE advances its sustainability goals.

World Governments Summit and World Travel and Tourism Council Partner on Global Tourism Policy

The World Governments Summit and the World Travel and Tourism Council have agreed to develop technology-focused and sustainable policy frameworks for the future of international travel and tourism.

Dubai Rental Demand Shifts Toward Studios and One-Bedroom Homes After Illegal Partition Crackdown

Municipal enforcement against overcrowded and illegally subdivided apartments has increased demand for legitimate smaller rental units in Dubai, particularly studios and one-bedroom homes.

UAE Issues 173 Extradition Decisions as Authorities Intensify Financial Crime Enforcement

Federal judicial authorities have executed 173 extradition decisions in the first part of 2026 as the UAE expands international cooperation against transnational financial crime and strengthens its anti-money-laundering enforcement.

UAE's Jaywan Card Expands Internationally Through UnionPay Partnership

Al Etihad Payments has partnered with China's UnionPay to expand global acceptance of the UAE's Jaywan domestic payment card, allowing Emirati cardholders to make transactions across international retail markets.

UAE Authorities Seize 3.5 Million Illegal Excise Goods in Dh82 Million Tax Crackdown

The Federal Tax Authority and Dubai Police have seized 3.5 million non-compliant tobacco and sweetened beverage products and issued 59 violation reports in a campaign that resulted in more than Dh82 million in unpaid taxes and penalties.

UAE Businesses Face Growing Payment Delays Despite Wider Use of Trade Credit

An Atradius survey found that trade credit is now used in 47 percent of business-to-business transactions in the UAE, but delayed invoice payments are creating growing liquidity pressures in industrial and construction sectors.

Joby Aviation Buys Defense Technology Firm for $500 Million Ahead of Dubai Air Taxi Launch

California-based Joby Aviation has acquired Resonant Sciences for $500 million, strengthening its engineering capabilities ahead of the planned rollout of electric air taxi services in Dubai.

UAE Crypto Regulator Grants New License While Sanctioning Exchange Over Iran Links

Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority has granted a broker-dealer license to ARP Digital while sanctioning the Shelbit exchange over alleged money-laundering violations and links to Iranian financial networks.

Dubai International Airport Introduces Passport-Free Red Carpet Smart Tunnel

Dubai International Airport has launched its Red Carpet Smart Tunnel, allowing eligible travelers to clear immigration through facial recognition without presenting physical passports or boarding passes.