Mega-events like Dubai’s World Expo 2020 are set to push construction spending in the GCC to over AED 460 billion next year. That’s an increase of 11%, and a record-breaking number. Experts from investment bank Alpen Capital say the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, along with big projects like new skyscrapers, stadia, airports and museums are pushing the need for complex construction software. Their report comes as The Big Five building trade show opens in Dubai this week.
UAE expands youth empowerment efforts across key sectors
The UAE is highlighting its youth empowerment efforts in sustainability, technology and international development as the country marks International Youth Day on August 12.
UAE authorities seize 3.5 million non-compliant excise goods
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) says joint inspection campaigns with Dubai Police in the first half of 2026 led to the seizure of more than 3.5 million non-compliant packages of excise goods.
Gargash highlights need to end region's 'indefinite' state
Dr Anwar Gargash, diplomatic advisor to the UAE president, has highlighted the region cannot remain in an indefinite state of "neither war nor peace".
UAE pays out AED512 million under unemployment insurance scheme
The UAE's Unemployment Insurance Scheme has paid out over AED512 million in total to workers who lost their jobs between 2024 and the first half of 2026.
UAE expresses support for Colombia after deadly earthquake
The UAE has expressed its solidarity with Colombia following a powerful earthquake that caused deaths, injuries and significant property damage.
UAE thwarts cyberattacks targeting aviation, energy and education sectors
The UAE Cybersecurity Council has foiled "advanced and organised" cyberattacks that attempted to disrupt the "continuity of vital systems and services", including the aviation, energy and education sectors in the country.
UAE's post-pandemic hiring recovery among world’s strongest
The UAE recorded one of the strongest post-pandemic hiring recoveries among major global markets in 2025, according to the UAE Economic Graph Report 2026 by LinkedIn and the Ministry of Foreign Trade.
UAE Minister of State holds talks with President of Zimbabwe
UAE Minister of State, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, has discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations across key sectors during talks with President of Zimbabwe, Emmerson Mnangagwa.
New lane on Sheikh Zayed Road to improve access to WTC intersection
Motorists heading towards World Trade Centre Intersection will have their travel time cut short after Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) opened a new lane on Sheikh Zayed Road near Dubai Mall Metro Station.
Nominations for first Dubai-it Award open August 10
Nominations for the first edition of the Dubai-it Award open on August 10, recognising individuals, projects and organisations that have turned ambitious ideas into tangible results in Dubai.
UAE convoys deliver 663 tonnes of aid to Gaza
Five UAE humanitarian aid convoys carrying 663 tonnes of supplies have entered the Gaza Strip over the first week of August as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3.
Irish authorities praise UAE over Daniel Kinahan extradition
Ireland's Justice Minister has praised UAE authorities for their handling of the extradition of Irish national Daniel Kinahan, describing the professionalism of the country's judicial bodies as being of a high standard.
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah discusses regional developments with Kuwait FM
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed the latest regional developments with Kuwait's Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah.
Dubai using AI to cut building permit issuance from days to minutes
Dubai Municipality has launched a new AI-powered project to automate the issuing of building permits, reducing the wait time from days to just minutes.
ADNOC confirms vessel targeted by missile in Strait of Hormuz
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has confirmed that one of its vessels was targeted by a missile while transiting the Strait of Hormuz early on Saturday.
Dubai rider caught speeding at 290kmph, filming dangerous stunts
Dubai Police has summoned a rider and impounded his bike for a release fee of AED50,000 after he posted videos online of his dangerous stunts while speeding at 290kmph.
UAE strongly condemns Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia's Najran
The UAE has strongly condemned the Houthi attack on the Najran Region in Saudi Arabia.
UAE announces holiday to mark Prophet's birthday
The UAE has declared Friday, August 28, as a holiday for public and private sector workers to mark the birthday of Prophet Muhammed (PBUH).
UAE markets clear of lettuce linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak
The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has confirmed that UAE markets are free of lettuce products linked to the cyclosporiasis outbreak reported in some countries.
UAE, Russian Presidents discuss strategic ties
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin have discussed strengthening cooperation under the two countries' strategic partnership.
The UAE is highlighting its youth empowerment efforts in sustainability, technology and international development as the country marks International Youth Day on August 12.
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) says joint inspection campaigns with Dubai Police in the first half of 2026 led to the seizure of more than 3.5 million non-compliant packages of excise goods.
Dr Anwar Gargash, diplomatic advisor to the UAE president, has highlighted the region cannot remain in an indefinite state of "neither war nor peace".
