Syria is planning to print a newly-designed currency in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Germany, moving away from its previous reliance on Russia. This shift comes as Syria aims to strengthen its ties with Gulf Arab and Western nations, motivated by new opportunities following the loosening of U.S. sanctions. Three sources confirmed this development,...
In 2025, several major airlines will introduce new routes connecting key countries across Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia. Eurowings will offer a new service from Berlin to Abu Dhabi, while Dan Air will provide flights from Bucharest to Damascus. Additionally, Southwind Airlines will operate weekly flights from Turkey to Bahrain, and Middle East...
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to conduct its 79th online auction featuring 350 distinctive license plates. These plates consist of three, four, and five-digit combinations, and are available for private vehicles, classic vehicles, and motorcycles. The online auction will take place on May 26. The auction includes plates that bear codes ranging...
Eid Al Adha is approaching, and the UAE government has confirmed that residents will enjoy a four-day public holiday to celebrate. The break will commence with Arafat Day on Dhu Al Hijjah 9, followed by the festivities of Eid Al Adha on Dhu Al Hijjah 10, 11, and 12. Current predictions suggest that Arafat Day...
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to King Harald V of Norway. This message was delivered in honor of Norway’s National Day, reflecting the strong diplomatic ties between the two nations. In his message, Sheikh Mohamed expressed his best wishes for the King and the people...
Land saturation in Dubai is prompting developers to focus on peripheral areas for new property projects. According to a report by Savills, the trend involves the introduction of smaller villas and townhouses. This shift aims to better meet end-user demand while addressing affordability constraints in the competitive real estate market. The report highlights that the...
The UAE has significantly expanded Ajman’s international tourism outreach through a landmark agreement with Germany’s Dertour Group, a prominent tourism promotion company in Europe. This strategic collaboration aims to strengthen Ajman’s presence in key European markets—specifically Germany, Austria, and Switzerland—by establishing a dedicated representative office and executing targeted digital campaigns and promotional events. This initiative...
Dubai recently hosted the launch of K 2025, the world’s largest trade fair dedicated to the plastics, rubber, and recycling industries. This significant event is scheduled to take place in Düsseldorf, Germany, from October 8 to 15, 2025. K 2025 will feature over 3 000 exhibitors from around the globe, including more than 10 specialized...
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. has announced plans to open a state-of-the-art global Engineering Center in Abu Dhabi. This center will concentrate on developing advanced technologies and driving technical innovation in artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT). The Qualcomm® Engineering Center will become a vital part of the Qualcomm® Global Engineering hubs, focusing on...
Oklahoma state officials have announced a significant agreement with Emirates Global Aluminum for the construction of a $4 billion aluminum manufacturing facility in northeast Oklahoma. This facility represents the first new aluminum smelting operation to be built in the United States in 45 years. Governor Kevin Stitt and officials from the Oklahoma Department of Commerce...