Dubai World Trade Centre at heart of emirate’s evolving exhibitions, events economy
Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) is strengthening its position as a key driver of Dubai’s events economy, moving beyond its traditional role as an exhibition and conference venue towards an integrated economic platform aimed at increasing the sector’s annual economic output to AED54 billion by 2033. The transformation is supported by the AED10 billion expansion […]
WGES 2026 to chart pathways for scaling green solutions, investments
The 12th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) will begin in Dubai on Wednesday, exploring ways to accelerate the transition to a sustainable economy that has surpassed US$5 trillion in annual global value and is projected to exceed US$7 trillion by 2030. Held on 21st and 22nd October under the theme ‘From Success to Scale: […]
Dubai Jewellery Group, Gold Association of Guangdong Province to strengthen cooperation
The Dubai Jewellery Group (DJG) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Gold Association of Guangdong Province in China. The agreement aims to strengthen the cooperation between the gold and jewellery sectors in Dubai and China, including Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macao, by facilitating market access for companies represented by both […]
DIEZ doubles size of Oraseya Capital fund to AED1 billion
The Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) has announced the doubling of the venture capital fund managed by its investment arm, Oraseya Capital, from AED500 million to AED1 billion. The expansion aims to strengthen Oraseya Capital’s capacity to support companies with global growth potential, while reinforcing its role in the entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem, […]
Ministry of Economy and Tourism reviews resolution exempting student inventors, People of Determination from certain industrial property service fees
The Ministry of Economy and Tourism (MOET) reviewed Cabinet Resolution No. 136 of 2026 concerning the exemption of student inventors and People of Determination in the UAE from certain industrial property service fees. The move comes as part of the Ministry’s efforts to enhance the country’s innovation and intellectual property (IP) ecosystem, create a […]
700+ global leaders gather in Dubai for Annual Meeting of Global Future Leaders 2026
The Annual Meeting of Global Future Leaders 2026 kicks off next Tuesday, organised by the UAE Government and the World Economic Forum (WEF), in cooperation with Dubai future foundation, from 13 to 15 October. The three-day meeting will bring together more than 700 global leaders and experts from government, business, academia, sport, and culture for […]
UAE announces urgent relief response to storm-hit Paraguay under Presidential directives
Under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the United Arab Emirates, through the UAE Aid Agency, has announced an urgent humanitarian response to assist those affected by severe thunderstorms that recently struck Paraguay, damaging homes, buildings and property across several parts of the country. The relief response reflects […]
UAE President calls for rain prayer on Friday
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has called for a prayer for rain, known in Arabic as Salaat Al Istisqaa, to be performed at all mosques across the UAE on Friday 9th October, half an hour before the Friday prayer. His Highness called upon everyone to pray to God for […]
UAE President and King of Jordan discuss bilateral ties and regional developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Majesty King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan today held a phone call to discuss bilateral relations and opportunities to further strengthen ties across various fields. The two leaders reviewed cooperation in the economic and development sectors, […]
UAE leaders congratulate King of Lesotho on National Day
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to King Letsie III of the Kingdom of Lesotho on the occasion of his country’s National Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin […]