Mubadala invests in Avanse

Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth fund Mubadala’s assets jump 9% in 2024

Mubadala’s deployed capital grew by 33.7 per cent in 2024 from the previous year to Dh119bn

Airspace closure: GCC airlines suspend flights to Pakistan

This remains an evolving situation, and further changes or disruptions may occur

Good news for UAE companies: Corporate tax penalties waived

The FTA clarified that this exemption applies only to the first tax period of the taxable person

Emirates Group delivers record-breaking financial year 2024-25

Emirates Group delivers record-breaking financial year 2024-25

This is the first financial year that the UAE corporate tax, enacted in 2023, is applied to the Emirates Group

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Curbing inflation: What Kuwait is doing to maintain price stability

The steps are part of a broader ministerial initiative to bring order to market dynamics and prevent price manipulation or supply disruptions

Disney to open theme park resort on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island

The move will further cement Yas Island’s reputation as one of the world’s top integrated leisure destinations.

Saudi Arabia expects deficit of 2.9% of GDP in 2024

Major workforce shift: Saudi Arabia plans new test for employees

Employees have the right to object to test results within 30 days of notification and its framework aligns with international best practices

Oman unveils 10‑year Golden Residency: What's in it for investors, professionals?

Oman clarifies visa expiry fine waivers: What you need to know

Expats wishing to regularise their status by renewing their residency or transferring their employment within Oman

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Abu Dhabi: IHC reports net profit at Dhs4.1bn for Q1

IHC’s revenue increased by 41.1 per cent year-on-year to Dhs27.2bn, supported by strong performance across core verticals

Dubai’s RTA adds 200 parking spaces, warns of Emirates Road delays

The RTA has also upgraded the traffic light system at the intersection of Al Doha and Halab Streets

Kuwait eyes large-scale battery storage to ease power crisis

Kuwait announces Eid Al Adha holidays

Workplaces of an “unconventional” nature may determine their holiday schedules at their own discretion

Riders take note: Another Dubai Metro station gets its name changed

The new name will also be reflected across RTA’s smart digital systems, public transport applications

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Dubai: Jafza marks 40 years, reports Dhs713bn in non-oil trade in 2024

DP World has since replicated Jafza’s model across 11 zones globally, including in the UK, India, Dominican Republic, and Somaliland

Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia imposes new fine for accommodating visit visa holders

Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia imposes new fine for accommodating visit visa holders

The ministry emphasised that penalties will increase based on the number of violating individuals accommodated, sheltered, or assisted

Dubai RTA reports 16% rise in 2024 digital revenues

Dubai: RTA reports 16% rise in 2024 digital revenues, boosted by AI-driven services

RTA reported that app downloads grew by 18 per cent to 3.742 million, while registered users surged 27.5 per cent to 1.94 million

Tariq Al Futtaim Foundation donates Dhs3m to Fathers’ Endowment

The initiative aims to establish a sustainable endowment fund that provides healthcare for the less fortunate

Road projects: How Dubai is readying to tackle traffic, reduce travel time

Collectively, these projects are designed to support a growing population projected to reach 8 million by 2040

Saudi Arabia scraps restrictions on Hajj pilgrim numbers, age limit

Hajj 2025: Saudi announces 10-day paid leave for employees

The Labour Law allows employees to take paid leave to perform Hajj once during their period of service

Car insurance hike in Oman: Authority issues clarification

Oman announces new rules for vehicles from GCC countries

The change aligns with efforts to enhance customs procedures and uphold the integrity of vehicle registration systems

Saudi Tourism Authority (sta) secures 14 key global MoUs at ATM 2025

Saudi Tourism Authority secures 14 key global MoUs at ATM 2025

The “Saudi Land” pavilion attracted over 46,000 visitors and featured immersive activations promoting summer destinations like Aseer, Al Baha, Soudah, and Taif

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Emirates executive says no impact seen from US tariffs, but airline remains vigilant

Chief Commercial Officer Adnan Kazim at the Arabian Travel Market mentioned that numerous uncertainties require careful attention and monitoring

IMF trims 2025 Middle East, North Africa growth forecast to 2.6% as global risks mount

IMF trims 2025 MENA growth forecast to 2.6% as global risks mount

The MENA non-oil importers are now expected to see real GDP growth of 3.4 per cent in 2025, versus an earlier forecast of 3.6 per cent

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Dubai’s DXB eyes real estate future after DWC takeover

The operators of both airports have confirmed that all services at DXB will transition to DWC, which is expected to fully absorb operations within the next 10 years

Attention job seekers: Saudi ministry unveils new employment rules

Job seekers alert: Saudi announces new employment rules

Job vacancy announcements and interviews must not contain any form of discrimination, including those based on gender

Etihad corporate travel programme: How it benefits business travellers

The programme offers businesses a range of benefits that scale with travel volume, including special corporate rates and priority services

Qatar's GWC,Yellow Door Energy to launch GCC's largest private solar project

GCC’s largest private solar project launched by Qatar’s GWC, Yellow Door Energy

The initiative will see the development of solar power plants across three of GWC’s strategic logistics hubs: Logistics Village Qatar, Bu Sulba Warehousing Park, and Al Wukair Logistics Park

Dubai International: Here’s what makes it the world’s leading airport

India remained DXB’s top destination country, with 3 million guests, followed by Saudi Arabia at 1.9 million

Trump Tower Dubai: 5 key facts about the new landmark

This landmark project is the first and only Trump International Hotel & Tower in the Middle East

UAE fuel prices: Here’s what motorists will be paying in May

Oil prices extended declines on April 30 and were set for their largest monthly drop in more than three years

Bitcoin will buy you a Trump Tower apartment in Dubai, says Eric Trump

The tower, expected to be completed between 2030 and 2031, will have a gross development value of $1 billion