Consumers are not using the technologies car makers invest billions of dirhams to produce. That’s according to Carmudi, who have examined the most in-demand car features in the region. The report says 20% of new-vehicle owners have never used 16 out of 33 technology features. Alarm systems are reportedly a must-have feature for car owners in the Middle East with 50% of cars sold in the UAE featuring one.
UAE President receives Turkish Foreign Minister
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has welcomed Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi.
UAE activates automatic degree recognition for 34 universities
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has announced that 34 UAE-based universities and colleges have joined the first phase of its automatic degree recognition initiative.
World Safety Summit launches in Dubai
His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Ports and Borders Security Council, attended the opening of the World Safety Summit 2026, organised by Dubai Civil Defence.
H.H. Sheikh Ahmed opens Dubai International Project Management Forum
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai, has inaugurated the 11th Dubai International Project Management Forum at Madinat Jumeirah, held under the theme 'Bridging Communities'.
Over 7,300 tonnes of UAE humanitarian aid arrives in Gaza
More than 7,300 tonnes of diverse relief aid have officially arrived at the Gaza Strip through the Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Humanitarian Ship.
UAE President gifts H.H. Sheikh Mohammed photo album celebrating shared journey
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today welcomed His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi.
UAE condemns terrorist bombing targeting Pakistani police forces
The UAE has strongly condemned the terrorist bombing that targeted a police vehicle in the Tank district of northwestern Pakistan that killed at least seven police personnel on Monday.
UAE welcomes US designation of Muslim Brotherhood branches as 'terrorists'
The UAE has welcomed the announcement by the administration of US President Donald Trump designating several branches of the Muslim Brotherhood in Lebanon, Jordan, and Egypt as terrorist organisations.
Sheikh Abdullah holds talks with senior officials from Uzbekistan and South Africa
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has held meetings with officials from Uzbekistan and South Africa on the sidelines of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week.
Dubai plans school bus pooling service to ease congestion
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will pilot a school transport pooling system in the first quarter of 2026.
UAE awards highest civilian honour to Albanian Prime Minister
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has awarded the Order of Zayed, the country’s highest civilian honour, to Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama, in recognition of his efforts to strengthen bilateral relations.
Henley Index: UAE passport ranks 5th globally after record rise
The UAE passport has risen to 5th place globally on the Henley Passport Index, climbing an unprecedented 57 places over the past two decades.
UAE President meets world leaders at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with several world leaders on the sidelines of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) to strengthen cooperation in key areas including trade, investment and sustainability.
Zayed Sustainability Prize honours global pioneers advancing progress
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has honoured the winners of the 2026 Zayed Sustainability Prize at an awards ceremony held during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week.
UAE President welcomes world to Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week Summit
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has welcomed world leaders to the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, reflecting the UAE's "longstanding efforts to build bridges of partnership between nations".
Dubai parents warned of dangerous 'Skull Breaker Challenge'
Parents of children enrolled in Dubai private schools are being warned of dangerous social media trends like the "Skull Breaker Challenge" that involves two people to kick the legs from under a third to make them fall.
Sharjah Ruler announces AED 500 million exhibition centre project
A new AED 500 million Exhibition and Convention Centre is set to be built under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah.
Sheikh Abdullah discusses advancing CEPA with Canadian FM
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed advancing efforts to conclude a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with his Canadian counterpart Anita Anand.
UAE approves innovative treatment for heart failure
The Emirates Drug Establishment has approved Inpefa® (sotagliflozin), an innovative treatment for heart failure, making the UAE the second country in the world to authorise this therapy.
UAE, Iraq foreign ministers hold bilateral talks
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has held bilateral talks with his Iraqi counterpart Dr Fuad Mohammed Hussein during a phone call on Monday.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has welcomed Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi.
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has announced that 34 UAE-based universities and colleges have joined the first phase of its automatic degree recognition initiative.
His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Ports and Borders Security Council, attended the opening of the World Safety Summit 2026, organised by Dubai Civil Defence.
