Dubai Harbour Bridge Nears Completion: A Major Infrastructure Milestone for Dubai

Dubai has long been recognized as a city that invests heavily in infrastructure to support its rapid growth, world-class tourism industry, and expanding population. The latest example of this commitment is the near-completion of the new Dubai Harbour Bridge project, which is expected to significantly improve traffic flow and connectivity between Sheikh Zayed Road and … Read more

UAE Non-Oil Economy Continues to Grow Despite Regional Challenges

The United Arab Emirates has once again demonstrated the strength and resilience of its diversified economy, as the country’s non-oil private sector continued to expand during May 2026 despite regional tensions, supply-chain disruptions, and uncertainty surrounding trade routes in the Gulf. According to the latest S&P Global Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), the UAE’s non-oil business … Read more

UAE Stock Markets Rise Despite Regional Tensions

The United Arab Emirates stock markets showed remarkable resilience this week as both Dubai and Abu Dhabi indexes closed higher despite ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Gulf region. Investors remained optimistic, focusing on strong corporate earnings, economic growth, and government-led diversification efforts rather than regional uncertainty. The positive performance came at a time when markets … Read more

Gulf Tensions Rise as Bahrain Activates Emergency Sirens and Kuwait Intercepts Missile Threats

The Gulf region witnessed another tense day as Bahrain activated emergency warning sirens and Kuwait reported intercepting incoming missile and drone threats amid rising regional tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz. The developments have raised concerns about security, energy markets, and the stability of one of the world’s most strategically important regions.   According to … Read more

UAE Suspends New Visas for Three Countries Amid Ebola Concerns

The United Arab Emirates has announced new precautionary travel measures in response to growing concerns about the spread of the Ebola virus in parts of Africa. The decision, announced jointly by the UAE’s National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) and the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP), is aimed … Read more

Dubai Launches New Initiative to Help Startups and Small Businesses Grow Faster

Dubai has announced a major new initiative designed to make starting and running a business easier, faster, and more affordable. The program, called “SME in a Box,” aims to support entrepreneurs and small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) by providing many essential business services through a single platform. The move is part of Dubai’s broader strategy to strengthen … Read more

UAE Issues Major Dust Storm & Weather Warning

Dubai residents woke up today to dusty skies and strong winds as weather authorities across the UAE issued a nationwide alert warning of reduced visibility, blowing sand, and dangerous sea conditions. The warning comes from the UAE’s National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), which expects the unstable weather to continue through Saturday before gradually improving.   … Read more

Dubai Tourism Continues Strong Growth Despite Regional Challenges

Dubai continues to strengthen its position as one of the world’s leading tourism destinations in 2026. According to data released by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, the emirate welcomed 19.59 million international overnight visitors during 2025, marking a 5% increase from the previous year and setting a new tourism record for the third … Read more