The Dubai Chamber of Commerce has announced the creation of the Slovak Business Council, aimed at fostering stronger trade and investment ties between Dubai and Slovakia. This initiative is part of the Dubai Chamber’s commitment to enhance international partnerships and facilitate business opportunities for its members. Credit: Government of Dubai Media Office The establishment of...
Abu Dhabi Global Health Week has emerged as a significant event in the international health sector, attracting 15 000 attendees from 90 nations. The week-long program showcased 200 visionary speakers who shared insights and innovations aimed at shaping the future of global health. The event served as a platform for leaders and experts in healthcare...
Qashio, recognized as the leading spend management platform in the UAE, has joined forces with Visa to host an exclusive event aimed at uniting top travel decision-makers in the region. This gathering provided a platform for senior executives from various segments of the travel ecosystem, including online travel agencies, destination management companies, and luxury hospitality...
Oman has launched its first national cybersecurity drill alongside a workforce upskilling initiative aimed at enhancing the resilience of its logistics sector. This move is part of the broader Oman Vision 2040 strategy, which focuses on economic diversification, digital transformation, and the development of human capital. The announcement came during the inauguration of the 5th...
The UAE’s Ministry of Education has revealed a significant update to the educational streams, both general and advanced, for Cycle 3 students in public and private schools that adhere to the ministry’s curriculum. This update will take effect starting in the academic year 2025–2026. This decision follows extensive field surveys conducted with educational specialists and...
The real estate sector in the GCC saw transactions reach $78.2 billion in the first quarter of 2025, marking a growth of between 20.5 percent and 22.3 percent, according to estimates from Sakan. Dubai led the market with $38.7 billion in sales, which accounted for nearly half of the total transaction value across the region....
Mubadala Investment Company has announced a significant strategic partnership with Fortress Investment Group, involving a $1 billion investment aimed at credit and special situations co-investment opportunities. This partnership intends to deploy the full $1 billion from Mubadala into various private credit, asset-based lending, and real estate strategies offered by Fortress, enhancing their existing pool of...
The UAE Government is launching a consultation aimed at improving the quality of open data initiatives at the Ministry of Finance. This initiative is designed to align with international best practices and focuses on enhancing transparency while facilitating access to data for researchers. Credit: WAM The consultation seeks to gather public opinions on how to...
The Museum of the Future in Dubai has introduced the latest version of Ameca, an advanced humanoid robot designed to enhance visitor interactions. This new version of Ameca is equipped with sophisticated capabilities and is now on display on the ‘Tomorrow, Today’ floor of the museum. Ameca joins a diverse collection of intelligent robots and...
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the UAE, has emphasized the importance of enhancing bilateral ties with France during discussions with Jean-Noël Barrot, France’s Foreign Affairs Minister. This meeting took place in Abu Dhabi, where both officials explored various avenues to strengthen their strategic relations....