Falal Ameen, Chief Executive Officer of Ghitha Holding, guaranteed the long-term food security of the United Arab Emirates during the Make it in the Emirates event on Tuesday. He stated the country possesses the necessary infrastructure to handle any crisis and secure food supplies for the next century. He confirmed the majority of the food … Read more
The Etihad Rail passenger station in Fujairah became the first to reach completion on the national network. The development marks a major milestone for the largest infrastructure project in the country. Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Ruler of Fujairah, Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, and Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed, … Read more
Dubai’s coastal infrastructure has expanded with the official opening of Khor Al Mamzar Beach to the public. The development has been carried out by Dubai Municipality as part of a broader plan to enhance public beaches and recreational spaces across Dubai. The newly opened beach forms part of the first phase of the Al Mamzar … Read more
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has officially moved forward with the Dubai Metro Blue Line. This massive infrastructure project aims to transform how residents move between the city’s most populated residential and commercial zones. Spanning 30 kilometers, the new line connects the existing Red and Green Lines, creating a more integrated public transport … Read more
Dubai International Airport (DXB) is officially ramping up its daily flight movements today, Monday, May 4, 2026. This move follows the full restoration of UAE airspace after a two-month period of regional disruption. The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) confirmed that it has lifted all precautionary measures that limited flight paths since late February. Dubai … Read more
In a recent development, the Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) has confirmed that it is not planning any workforce reductions. The announcement was made by Group CEO Mansoor Rahma Alfalasi, who stated that the company remains committed to retaining its employees despite ongoing economic uncertainties. This clarification addresses concerns that had emerged regarding potential job cuts … Read more
Walk into almost any supermarket in the UAE, from large hypermarkets to small neighborhood stores, and you are likely to find a familiar red box sitting quietly on the spice aisle: Shan Masala. What began as a modest Pakistani cottage business has evolved into a pantry essential across the Gulf, particularly in the United Arab … Read more
The United Arab Emirates has introduced a digital banking service exclusively for nonresident visitors. Tourists can now open a local bank account immediately upon arriving in the country. The Central Bank of the UAE launched this service alongside the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security. Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank is the first … Read more
Dubai has announced and advanced three major transport projects simultaneously: the Gold Line metro, the Blue Line metro, and the completed Hessa Street road upgrade. Together, they represent one of the most significant expansions of the emirate’s transport infrastructure in recent years. On April 22, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime … Read more
The United Arab Emirates has announced its withdrawal from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and the broader OPEC+ alliance, with the decision taking effect on May 1, 2026. The announcement, made via state news agency WAM, ends nearly six decades of UAE membership in the world’s most powerful oil producers’ cartel. The … Read more