Abu Dhabi is enhancing its defense and aerospace capabilities with significant upgrades at XRANGE, an international facility focused on training, testing, and evaluation (TT&E) in multiple domains. Operated by REMAYA, XRANGE aims to strengthen its services for clients in the defense, aerospace, and commercial sectors. One of the key developments includes the construction of a...
The UAE’s Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications Office has established a strategic partnership with Cyprus’s Ministry of Research, Innovation, and Digital Policy. This collaboration aims to strengthen cooperation in the digital sectors, share best practices in artificial intelligence (AI), and enhance the digital economy while improving societal well-being. Omar Sultan Al Olama,...
H.H. Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, the Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated the new building for the Sharjah Scout Mission (SSM) on February 13, 2025. The inauguration coincided with the opening of the 10th International Scout Gathering hosted by SSM, which will continue until February 17, under the theme “Scouting...
Elon Musk recently introduced an ambitious underground road system, known as the Dubai Loop, during the World Governments Summit. Experts believe this innovative project could significantly improve traffic flow in Dubai, addressing long-standing congestion issues in the bustling city. However, specialists caution that the project must avoid the missteps seen in Musk’s previous undertaking in...
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is actively using its membership in BRICS to boost global trade resilience and take the lead in infrastructure development, according to experts at the World Governments Summit 2025 held in Dubai. During a recent panel discussion, Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, chairman and CEO of DP World, along with Mohamed Saif...
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly influencing various aspects of life, particularly in the realm of mental health. At the World Governments Summit in Dubai, Maqsoud Kruse, the Chairperson of the National Human Rights Institutions, highlighted that AI has the potential to democratise access to mental health resources. This evolving digital landscape raises important discussions about...
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, the Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has enacted a new law regarding corporate tax for both extractive and non-extractive natural resource companies operating in the Emirate of Sharjah. This law aims to establish clear tax obligations for companies involved in these sectors. Under this...
The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) has announced new measures designed to facilitate business expansion in the emirate. These changes allow companies registered in other UAE emirates and their free zones to establish branches in Abu Dhabi without needing to secure physical premises for the first year. This initiative applies to 1,200 economic...
Armenian citizens will soon have the ability to drive in the UAE using their Armenia-issued driving licenses, thanks to a new agreement between the two countries. They are set to sign a memorandum that will allow for the mutual recognition of driving licenses. The memorandum specifies that citizens from both Armenia and the UAE can...
Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), India’s largest oil company, has signed a significant long-term agreement with ADNOC Gas to import Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG). The deal, valued between USD 7 billion and USD 9 billion, spans 14 years and involves the supply of 1.2 million tonnes of LNG annually starting in 2026. The agreement was formalized...