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Dubai’s DP World acquires stakes in India, Peru logistics firms

DP World said the deals would provide it with new revenue opportunities

Kuwait reaches deal with Philippines on worker rights

“The deal will ensure the rights of both employers and employees,” an official said

The robots are coming: Can you future-proof your career?

Jeanette Teh explains how you can prepare yourself for the future of work

Celebrating innovation with Dubai Quality Group’s Fatma Buti Al Mheiri

Dubai Quality Group’s chairman Fatma Buti Al Mheiri details the importance of innovation, why companies should foster creativity and how Emirati women are leading the way

Dubai airport hikes parking charges

Rates have been increased for the “first time in a decade”

Kuwait’s parliament pushes back VAT vote

The decision could mean further delays to the country’s implementation of the GCC-wide tax

Djibouti says port will remain in state hands after ending DP World deal

Djibouti last month terminated the concession of DP World to run the port

Saudi records new bird flu case in Qassim region

Several cases of the H5N8 virus have been reported across the kingdom since December

Saudi denies resumption of citizenship process for foreigners

“The granting of nationality is a sovereign matter,” the interior ministry said

Dubai developer Azizi announces four new projects worth Dhs750m

The company is building its first project in Sports City and three at Meydan Avenue

Kuwait committee approves screening of expat driving licences

The proposal could potentially see thousands of licences taken away

Saudi private schools increase fees in response to $2,500 teacher levy

The new regulation applies to staff not sponsored by the school

Jeddah’s new airport to have trial opening in May

A 20-year concession to manage the airport was terminated last month

Saudi won’t fast-track replacement of foreigners in government roles

The Ministry of Civil Service said last September it aimed to replace 28,000 foreign public sector workers by the end of 2020

Saudi says foreign worker ban won’t apply to all car rental jobs

The ban comes into force on March 18

Kuwait’s banks to cut 17,000 foreign workers

Local banks have been told that 80 per cent of staff must be Kuwaiti by year-end

Divorced Saudi mothers given new child custody rights

Saudi mothers would previously have to file a lawsuit to get custody of their children

The UAE’s original disruptor

As the UAE’s Innovation Month draws to a close, Abu Dhabi-based historian Peter Hellyer reflects on how the late Sheikh Zayed’s disruptive approach shaped the country we know today

Closing the Gulf’s gender gap

Female participation in the workplace has been a key development marker for many Gulf states in recent years, but how much are things changing?

Travel review: The Scottish Highlands

The Scottish Highlands has become a favourite spot for Gulf royals – unsurprising given the stunning natural scenery and rich history, says Neil King

Four killed and four injured in Abu Dhabi accident

The accident took place in Abu Dhabi’s Al Dhafra region

Saudi motorists face fines but not jail in mobile, seat belt crackdown

A new system is automatically monitoring drivers for traffic violations in Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam

UK’s May defends Saudi ties as crown prince gets royal welcome in London

Prince Mohammed’s visit to Britain is part of his first foreign trip since becoming heir to the Saudi throne last year

Former governor of Dubai’s DIFC dies

The senior banker also previously served as the vice chairman of Emirates NBD

Saudi allows women to work as tour guides

The kingdom has recently opened several other job roles to women including in public security

UAE issue new regulation for influencers, e-commerce, news sites

Sites have three months to comply with the new guidelines

Djibouti signs new port deal after ending DP World contract

DP World accused Djibouti of illegal seizing the terminal last month

Mega wrestling event set to be hosted in Jeddah next month

The Royal Rumble match will feature 50 WWE superstars

Saudi car rental offices shut shop as foreign worker ban nears

Car rental offices must employ only Saudi staff from March 18

UAE’s Air Arabia eyes 100-plane order

The carrier is considering jets from Airbus, Boeing and Bombardier