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

UAE Economy Shows Resilience Despite Regional Challenges

The United Arab Emirates’ non-oil economy continued to expand in May 2026, according to the latest S&P Global Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data released on 3 June. This development is particularly significant because it comes at a time when businesses across the region are dealing with geopolitical tensions, shipping disruptions, and uncertainty in international trade. … Read more

Dubai Property Market Shows Signs of Slowing Down

Dubai’s real estate market, one of the world’s fastest-growing property markets in recent years, is showing signs of cooling in 2026. After a remarkable boom that saw residential property prices rise by nearly 60% between 2022 and early 2025, analysts are now reporting weaker demand, lower transaction volumes, and growing concerns among investors.   What … Read more