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Dubai Introduces Mandatory Sustainability Standards for Major Construction Projects

Dubai Municipality has implemented new sustainability requirements for construction developments, focusing on energy efficiency and water conservation as part of the emirate’s broader net-zero ambitions.
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UAE Logistics Sector Expands Capacity to Meet Rapid Growth in E-Commerce Trade

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Dubai Expands Cultural Calendar With New International Film and Arts Events Season

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UAE Reports Continued Progress in Workforce Nationalisation Across Private Sector Jobs

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Dubai Food Sector Sees Shift Toward Plant-Based and Sustainable Dining Trends

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UAE Philanthropic Foundations Launch Global Water Access and Desalination Initiative

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Dubai Completes Major Power Grid Upgrade to Support Industrial and Digital Expansion

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UAE Introduces New Industrial Quality Standards to Boost Global Competitiveness of Manufacturing Sector

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Dubai Tourism Sector Prepares for Surge in International Conferences and Trade Events

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UAE Universities Expand Global Research Partnerships in Advanced Science and Technology Fields

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Dubai Financial Services Authority Issues New Framework for Sustainable Finance Practices

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UAE and Regional Partners Conduct Joint Naval Exercises to Strengthen Maritime Security

The UAE and allied regional states have carried out coordinated maritime exercises aimed at securing key shipping routes in the Arabian Gulf and enhancing regional stability.
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