BUSINESS & TRADE

UAE economy grows 3% as non-oil sectors drive Q1 2026 expansion

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates — The UAE's economy expanded by 3% during the first quarter of 2026, with real gross domestic product reaching...

Residents can now use Aani, Jaywan for government payments

Residents and businesses in the UAE can now use two national payment solutions to complete federal government payments, with Aani and Jaywan added as...

UAE airlines add 24 international routes through early 2027

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — The UAE's national airlines are accelerating their international expansion, launching new routes across Europe, Asia...

Dubai opens 820m cycling bridge linking Al Mamzar and Al Khawaneej

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates: Dubai has expanded its cycling infrastructure with the opening of a new 820-metre bridge connecting...

UAE announces petrol and diesel prices for August 2026

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates: The UAE Fuel Price Committee has confirmed new retail fuel prices for August 2026, with...

Dubai adds electric shuttle service with direct Metro connections

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates: Commuters in Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) and Uptown Dubai will have a new public transport...

UAE Abolishes 15 Capital Market Fees to Reduce Business Costs

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — The UAE has removed 15 fees across its capital markets as part of a...

Emirates introduces cryptocurrency payments for UAE flight bookings

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Emirates customers in the UAE can now pay for flights using cryptocurrency through a new...