Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, congratulated the top high school graduates in the country for their outstanding achievements. He expressed his pride and admiration for their success through his official account on the social media platform X. In his message, Sheikh...
Saudi Arabia’s net foreign direct investment (FDI) decreased by 7% in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the previous quarter, according to government data released on Sunday. The kingdom attracted 22.2 billion riyals ($5.92 billion) in FDI during the three months ending March 31, down from 24 billion riyals ($6.40 billion) in the last...
The Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced that Emirati citizens interested in participating in the ‘Dubai Real Estate Broker Programme’ can now register through a dedicated link on its official website. Since its launch, the programme has garnered significant interest from citizens eager to enter the real estate brokerage sector, reinforcing its role as a...
The Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) has introduced a new service known as the “Instant License,” which is aimed at simplifying the process for entrepreneurs looking to establish their businesses in the emirate. With this innovative service, investors can now receive a commercial license within a single working day, eliminating the need to submit a...
The Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) has introduced a new service called the “Instant Licence,” aimed at accelerating the business setup process and encouraging investment in the emirate. This initiative received approval from the Sharjah Executive Council. With the Instant Licence, entrepreneurs and investors can obtain a commercial licence within just one working day. Notably,...
The 11th edition of the Sharjah Sports Summer, titled “Our Unique Holiday,” is set to launch tomorrow, June 30. This annual event is organized by the Sharjah Sports Council and features extensive participation from various sports clubs in the emirate. The program will run until July 31, with the organizing committee making special arrangements to...
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is making significant strides into the future by actively exploring the use of quantum technologies to tackle major transport challenges. This innovative initiative focuses on utilizing quantum communication, computing, and cybersecurity to predict traffic congestion, better guide autonomous vehicles, and enhance public transport systems. The RTA aims to bolster...
Gross paid insurance claims across various insurance plans in the UAE rose by 18.3 percent year-on-year to Dh11 billion in the first quarter of 2025. Health insurance alone accounted for over half of these claims, totaling Dh6 billion. According to the latest figures from the Central Bank of the UAE, the breakdown of gross paid...
The UAE and China have officially launched the Qingdao Overseas Integrated Service Centre (QOISC) during the China-Arab Business Forum in Qingdao. This initiative represents a significant advancement in strengthening economic ties and accelerating trade, which reached a record $400 billion between China and the Arab world in 2024. The forum was organized by the Qingdao...
The UAE Ministry of Education has commenced a nationwide evaluation of its newly implemented project-based learning and assessment model. This comprehensive study, which began last month, focuses on Cycle 2 students, specifically those in Grades 1 to 4, and aims to support the adoption of a revised policy that will officially be in place for...