The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA) has launched a new platform to simplify residency services for government, semi-government, and free zone entities. The platform, available at bundle.gdrfad.gov.ae, aims to make the process faster and more efficient for businesses and employees in these sectors. The service consolidates key processes like issuing...
The UAE Research Programme for Rain Enhancement Science (UAEREP) has officially opened its 6th cycle for submissions of innovative research proposals. The programme is offering grants of up to $1.5 million, which is approximately AED 5.5 million, for up to three winning projects. Each project can receive a grant spread over three years, with a...
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, chaired the first Defence Council meeting of 2025 on Tuesday. During this meeting, Sheikh Hamdan stressed the importance of intensifying efforts, promoting teamwork, and strengthening collaboration to align with the...
The UAE is preparing to introduce a unified national platform designed to streamline the licensing process for healthcare workers, as announced by a top official from the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP). This new system will enable medical professionals to work in various public and private healthcare facilities throughout the country, significantly enhancing operational...
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued an Emiri Decree to establish and organize the Sharjah Creative Quarter (SCQ) as of January 27, 2025. This new initiative aims to create a dedicated hub for innovation and creativity, equipped with the legal authority and the...
President Sheikh Mohamed has officially announced that 2025 will be designated as the Year of Community in the UAE. In his announcement, he called upon “all those who call the UAE home” to actively participate in efforts aimed at enhancing the community. This initiative is set to encourage collective contributions towards building a stronger society....
Dubai: The UAE has expanded its Golden Visa programme, offering 10-year residency to more professionals and high-net-worth individuals. This move is part of the country’s efforts to attract exceptional talent in education, technology, and luxury industries, boosting economic development and innovation. According to Gulf News, educators are now eligible for the Golden Visa, with Dubai’s...
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who serves as the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the UAE, met with Shegun Adjadi Bakari, the Foreign Minister of the Republic of Benin, on January 24, 2025, in Abu Dhabi. During this meeting, Sheikh Abdullah welcomed the Beninese Foreign Minister and engaged in...
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, announced that the UAE is actively enhancing its housing system to effectively meet the needs of its citizens. In January, approvals issued under the Sheikh Zayed Housing Program benefited over 1,300 citizens, with a total value exceeding AED 1...
The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has introduced a new framework aimed at measuring health research and development (R&D) expenditures within the UAE health sector. This initiative marks the first comprehensive framework designed to improve transparency and efficiency in data collection and analysis, thereby supporting evidence-based decision-making that enhances planning and performance in healthcare....