The UAE continues to stand out as one of the most trusting countries in the world, according to the 2025 Edelman Trust Barometer. The report, which surveyed over 33,000 respondents across 28 countries, reveals that the UAE exhibits exceptionally high trust levels in both government and business sectors. According to Zawya, trust in the UAE...
The total value of housing benefits granted in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi over the past five years has exceeded AED 63 billion. This significant amount reflects the government’s commitment to enhancing social welfare and providing adequate housing support to its citizens. According to the Department of Community Development in Abu Dhabi, these benefits have...
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is set to engage in high-level discussions with the European Union to support a global initiative aimed at addressing money laundering and other financial crimes. This meeting signifies the UAE’s commitment to enhancing international cooperation in combating financial offenses. Hamid Al Zaabi, the secretary general and vice chairman of the...
Dubai Customs has launched the “Basma (Imprint)” Award to promote innovation and raise awareness about intellectual property rights in alignment with the UAE’s “Year of Community” initiative. The award features two categories, one aimed at the general public and another for students in schools and universities. It encourages young participants to learn about the risks...
The United Arab Emirates has announced a significant $60 million (AED 220 million) initiative aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for visually impaired students across Ethiopia. This initiative is being implemented by the Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation in collaboration with the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, building on the success of the Sheikha Fatima...
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...
The UAE has officially launched the first phase of its Blue Visa system, a decade-long residency program aimed at honoring individuals with exceptional contributions to environmental protection and sustainability. This initiative was announced during the World Government Summit 2025, held in Dubai from February 11 to 13. The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, alongside...
UAE Minister of State for Financial Affairs, Mohamed Al Hussaini, has called for Arab nations to modernise their tax systems. Speaking at the World Government Summit (WGS) 2025, he emphasized that such reforms are essential to sustain economic growth, create jobs, and enhance workforce resilience. During his address at the Arab Fiscal Forum, Al Hussaini...
UAE nationals can now easily apply for or renew their Emirates ID and passports through the Abu Dhabi government’s Tamm platform. This one-stop digital service, managed by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security, offers a simple and efficient way to handle these essential documents. As reported by Khaleej Times, to issue...