UAE Weekly Business News 07/07/2026
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UAE Weekly Business News: Issue 294 published 7th July 2026.
UAE FREE ZONE NEWS
Bitcoin Suisse enters Middle East through ADGM licence (WAM 07/07/2026)
Expo City Dubai issues UAE’s first green licences (WAM 07/07/2026)
Shyam Steel Group establishes its first international manufacturing at Hamriyah Free Zone (WAM 06/07/2026)
DMCC launches Dubai cybersecurity hub after tech sector tops 4,000 companies (Arabian Business 06/07/2026)
Perk opens Middle East office in ADGM (WAM 01/07/2026)
Varenne Capital Partners establishes its regional presence in DIFC (WAM 29/06/2026)
DMCC adds protected cell company licences for commodity businesses (Arabian Business 26/06/2026)
DFSA reports 16% growth in regulated entities during 2025 (WAM 25/06/2026)
Dubai climbs to seventh globally as DIFC records third year of double-digit growth (Khaleej Times 25/06/2026)
SAIF Zone, National Bank of Fujairah to enhance banking access for businesses, investors (WAM 24/06/2026)
Dubai to get UAE’s first New York deli in DIFC as Hudson & Rye targets 10 locations (Arabian Business 24/06/2026)
Dubai Silicon Oasis, noon Minutes form strategic partnership to accelerate tech innovation, startup growth (WAM 18/06/2026)
UAE maintains second place in 2026 Commodity Trade Index as South-South trade grows to 35%, DMCC Future of Trade Report finds (WAM 18/06/2026)
RAK MAC launches free service for commercial dispute settlement (WAM 18/06/2026)
DMCC expands beyond free zone services with launch of new trade intelligence and education platforms (Arabian Business 17/06/2026)
RAKEZ highlights pathways for European companies to expand strategically through Ras Al Khaimah (WAM 16/06/2026)
DMCC plans to launch unified knowledge platform to support trade (WAM 16/06/2026)
UAE VISA NEWS (inc. employment, Emiratisation, human resources, jobs, training and women)
UAE Jobs: Some employees with AI skills earn 92% more (Khaleej Times 07/07/2026)
UAE finance jobs pay higher salaries for candidates with AI skills (Arabian Business 07/07/2026)
Air Arabia announces huge recruitment drive (Arabian Business 07/07/2026)
Can your employer cut your salary or change your job title? (Arabian Business 07/07/2026)
UAE jobs: Hiring for salaries under AED10,000 drops 26% (Khaleej Times 06/07/2026)
Armenia extends visa-free entry for UAE, GCC travellers until July 2027 (Khaleej Times 06/07/2026)
Abu Dhabi Court orders company to pay employee unpaid dues (Khaleej Times 05/07/2026)
UAE firms face AI, cloud, machine learning talent shortage; hiring to rise (Khaleej Times 05/07/2026)
Can a maid switch employers in UAE? What sponsors should know (Khaleej Times 05/07/2026)
UAE jobs: Can employers refuse summer annual leave due to staff shortages? (Khaleej Times 05/07/2026)
6 major UAE visa rule changes in 2026 you should know about (Khaleej Times 04/07/2026)
Dubai examines more than 20,000 documents, finds over 900 with irregularities (Khaleej Times 03/07/2026)
UAE court orders man to pay AED30,000 for illegally holding company car after termination (Khaleej Times 03/07/2026)
UAE Emirates ID is not just a card: How routine sharing can lead to fraud risk (Khaleej Times 02/07/2026)
Visa rule changes 2026: UAE eases entry (Khaleej Times 01/07/2026)
UAE visa grace period: What affected visitors should do before July 9 deadline (Khaleej Times 01/07/2026)
Saudi Arabia launches Electronic Travel Authoriation for UK passport holders granting 180 day, multiple-entry visits (Khaleej Times 01/07/2026)
2-year property visa: Dubai sees rising demand for AED750,000 homes after rule change (Khaleej Times 30/06/2026)
UAE firms use AI to decide promotions and layoffs (Khaleej Times 30/06/2026)
'Be a captain, open the door': How two Emirati women pilots broke into the cockpit (Khaleej Times 30/06/2026)
Latest Emiratisation rules come into force for UAE businesses (Arabian Business 30/06/2026)
AI resistance now top workforce risk for UAE firms (Khaleej Times 29/06/2026)
Emiratisation deadline: Fines, penalties, compliance rules and more (Arabian Business 29/06/2026)
UAE freelance visa explained: Key rules and family sponsorship eligibility (Khaleej Times 28/06/2026)
Visiting UAE? Full list of countries that can get visa-free entry, visa-on-arrival (Khaleej Times 27/06/2026)
UAE visa-on-arrival cost explained (Arabian Business 27/06/2026)
Dubai's 4-day workweek for summer: Will private sector follow? (Khaleej Times 26/06/2026)
UAE grants visa on arrival to nationals of six countries residing outside their home countries (WAM 25/06/2026)
UAE grants visa-on-arrival to eligible Filipinos starting June 25 (Khaleej Times 25/06/2026)
UAE Labour Law: 9 cases where your employment contract can legally end (Arabian Business 25/006/2026)
Dubai announces four-day week for some employees, shorter working day for others (Arabian Business 24/06/2026)
86% of UAE women confident in economy despite regional tensions (WAM 23/06/2026)
Emirates starts major hiring spree with vacancies in UAE and Asia (Arabian Business 23/06/2026)
How Abu Dhabi supports fathers with up to 16-day paternity leave under new law (Khaleej Times 22/06/2026)
Can your employer require you to work on a public holiday without notice in UAE? (Khaleej Times 21/06/2026)
UAE's July 9 visa deadline explained: Which visa holders are affected? (Khaleej Times 20/06/2026)
Dubai cracks down on social media accounts promoting unauthorised visa services (Khaleej Times 19/06/2026)
ICP grants individuals affected by exceptional circumstances a 30-day grace period to regularise their status (WAM 18/06/2026)
Insurance Protection Extension System safeguards national talent, solidifies Gulf citizenship (WAM 18/06/2026)
UAE announces 30-day visa grace period for those affected by regional flight disruptions (Khaleej Times 18/06/2026)
Iran-US peace deal offers hope to UAE residents hit by job losses, pay cuts (Khaleej Times 18/06/2026)
Jobs in UAE: Schools ramp up teacher hiring for 2026-27 academic year (Khaleej Times 17/06/2026)
Female share of Dubai property brokers hits record high as more women enter real estate sector (Arabian Business 17/06/2026)
MoHRE issues amendment requiring half of healthcare sector’s annual Emiratisation target to be allocated to specialised healthcare roles (WAM 16/06/2026)
Women leadership key to Gulf's future economy, says Emirati cultural leader (Khaleej Times 16/06/2026)
UAE jobs: 40% employers reject AI-bloated CVs as irrelevant applications surge in Middle East (Khaleej Times 16/06/2026)
UAE jobs: Onsite workforce on Dubai's Al Maktoum airport set to expand from 9,000 to 120,000 (Khaleej Times 16/06/2026)
Golden Visa in Dubai through property: Here's what happens to your work permit (Khaleej Times 14/06/2026)
UAE BUSINESS NEWS
Ajman Municipality Agenda AM30x30 launched to implement 30 urban projects valued at AED1.8b (WAM 07/07/2026)
Dubai Holding Community Management, Etihad ESCO partner to advance energy efficiency (WAM 07/07/2026)
EWEC opens registration for 20th Clean Energy Certificates auction (WAM 07/07/2026)
Naseej partners with 14 organisations to advance textile circularity across UAE (Abu Dhabi Media Offiec 07/07/2026)
Khorfakkan port to handle over 10 million TEUs in new expansion plan (Khaleej Times 07/07/2026)
UAE certifies world's first commercial vertiport for air taxis (Khaleej Times 07/07/2026)
Middle East hotel bookings jump as travel confidence returns (Arabian Business 07/07/2026)
Dubai falls out of world’s top 10 most expensive cities (Arabian Business 07/07/2026)
Smart cities drive economic growth, strengthen readiness for more sustainable future (WAM 06/07/2026)
Tadweer Group awards contract for Abu Dhabi’s first greenfield Material Recovery Facility to Urbaser (WAM 06/07/2026)
DAE, Neuberger announce new aircraft leasing vehicle (WAM 06/07/2026)
ADNOC launches global LNG marketing, trading platform (WAM 06/07/2026)
Dubai’s luxury property boom fuels demand for high-performance bespoke glass (Khaleej Times 06/07/2026)
UAE luxury interiors market shifts towards personalisation (Khaleej Times 06/07/2026)
UAE is world’s 6th most ‘halal-friendly’ travel destination (Khaleej Times 06/07/2026)
UAE crude output nears record following Opec exit (Khaleej Times 06/07/2026)
Abu Dhabi imposes AED25,000 fine on industrial facility for environmental breach (Khaleej Times 06/07/2026)
UAE midday break: Violators face up to AED50,000 fine, file suspension, legal action (Khaleej Times 06/07/2026)
UAE real estate sector maintains its momentum, driven by strong demand, economic resilience (WAM 05/07/2026)
Dubai Customs, Emirates SkyCargo lead a global logistics bridge (WAM 05/07/2026)
Middle East oil output to normalise in weeks as UAE hits record high (Khaleej Times 05/07/2026)
Digital Health in UAE: An integrated ecosystem enhancing care quality and service efficiency (WAM 03/07/2026)
Passenger rail strategic investment for UAE's future (WAM 03/07/2026)
Dubai SME enables Emirati Supplier Programme members to secure AED1.7b in contracts in 2025 (WAM 03/07/2026)
UAE midday break: Deliveries on foot banned, riders limited to 3 orders during peak heat (Khaleej Times 03/07/2027)
UAE among world’s top media hubs as 60% of Fortune 500 firms base regional HQs in nation (Khaleej Times 03/07/2027)
Abu Dhabi Biobank, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute to establish Middle East's first Eye Bank in Abu Dhabi (WAM 02/07/2026)
EGA reports strong early progress in Al Taweelah restart, updates on business performance (WAM 02/07/2026)
Adnoc mulls changing offshore oil pricing mechanism for three grades (Khaleej Times 02/07/2026)
AED18b in landmark projects approved to shape Dubai’s future (WAM 01/07/2026)
DEWA, Ayesa Engineering explore strategic collaboration (WAM 01/07/2026)
Ma’an, PHRMAG to enhance oncology, rare disease care in Abu Dhabi (WAM 01/07/2026)
flydubai launches daily direct flights to Bangkok (WAM 01/07/2026)
'Maritime Hub' launches 'Abu Dhabi's Compass for Maritime Businesses' to boost global investment (WAM 01/07/2026)
Abu Dhabi Chamber report shows strong growth, deeper private sector capability, rising global competitiveness (WAM 01/07/2026)
Abu Dhabi property sales surge 174% to AED84.4b in H1 2026 (Khaleej Times 01/07/2026)
UAE Integrative Medicine Council endorses five priority traditional medicine practices (WAM 30/06/2026)
'Digital Dubai' launches updated Dubai Data Manual (WAM 30/06/2026)
'TA’ZIZ' advances UAE specialty chemicals ambition with study for world-scale MDI plant in Ruwais (WAM 30/06/2026)
AD Ports Group, IRH Global Trading to advance bunkering, alternative marine fuels at Khalifa Port (WAM 30/06/2026)
UAE’s AI ambitions drive urgent push for security as agentic systems reshape risk landscape (Khaleej Times 30/06/2026)
Dubai hotel occupancy to recover in 3-6 months (Khaleej Times 30/06/2026)
DHG Properties targets strategic UAE expansion amid strong market fundamentals (Khaleej Times 30/06/2026)
EDE discusses progress on transition to Agentic AI to build more proactive, efficient pharmaceutical system (WAM 29/06/2026)
M42’s IROS launches UAE’s first genomics-driven clinical trial to prevent Alzheimer’s disease (WAM 29/06/2026)
ADNOC Logistics & Services upgrades full year 2026 guidance (WAM 29/06/2026)
Dubai strengthens position as global hub for sports economy (WAM 29/06/2026)
UAE drug authority plans to use AI to regulate pharmaceutical medicines (Khaleej Times 29/06/2026)
Flights resume between Iran and UAE after months of suspension (Khaleej Times 29/06/2026)
UAE launches national accelerator to fast-track cybersecurity startups (Arabian Business 29/06/2026)
Major airline launches low-cost direct flight to London from the UAE (Arabian Business 29/06/2026)
AI influencers set to boom in Middle East as brands seek greater control over marketing (Arabian Business 29/06/2026)
UAE Cybersecurity Council warns of rising digital footprint risks (WAM 28/06/2026)
Dubai Customs offers 80% reduction on eligible customs fines: Who qualifies, deadlines and how to apply (Arabian Business 28/06/2026)
Etihad Airways launches inaugural flight to Dhaka (WAM 27/06/2026)
Capital Health breaks ground on new Specialised Rehabilitation Hospital in Abu Dhabi (WAM 27/06/2026)
DoH signs agreements to support translation of gene editing from research into clinical impact (Abu Dhabi Media Office 27/06/2026)
94% of UAE expats plan to stay; tax-free income no longer top reason (Khaleej Times 27/06/2026)
Etihad launches Dhaka flights as Bangladesh travel demand surges (Arabian Business 27/06/2026)
Dubai-it initiative highlights Dubai’s ongoing drive for innovation, tangible progress (WAM 26/06/2026)
Dubai to launch new business media platform 'Dubai Business' (WAM 26/06/2026)
DoH, Novartis to advance genomics research, healthcare innovation (WAM 26/06/2026)
DoH, Arbor Biotechnologies to advance gene-editing therapies for rare, genetic diseases (WAM 26/06/2026)
Department of Municipalities and Transport issues regulatory framework to advance autonomous maritime innovation in Abu Dhabi (Abu Dhabi Media Office 26/06/2026)
Abu Dhabi air taxi services could launch by year-end (Khaleej Times 26/06/2026)
29th Dubai Summer Surprises to kick off on 2nd July (WAM 25/06/2026)
Abu Dhabi Chamber launches 'Procurement Connect' initiative (WAM 25/06/2026)
Abu Dhabi temporarily closes restaurant for posing risk to public health (Khaleej Times 25/06/2026)
UAE healthcare leaders agree that ‘supply chains’ must evolve (Arabian Business 25/06/2026)
Private sector employers admit struggles with Dubai’s four-day week (Arabian Business 25/06/2026)
Supreme Council for Financial and Economic Affairs awards ADNOC, partners concession to develop gas cap at Bab Field (WAM 24/06/2026)
EGA inaugurates UAE’s largest aluminium recycling plant (WAM 24/06/2026)
Abu Dhabi, Biocom California to advance life sciences innovation (WAM 24/06/2026)
Abu Dhabi breaks into global startup top 50 as ecosystem value hits $73b (Khaleej Times 24/06/2026)
91% of UAE e-commerce firms already use AI (Khaleej Times 24/06/2026)
Dubai's power network among world’s most reliable despite regional crises (Khaleej Times 24/06/2026)
ADNOC hosts bp CEO (WAM 23/06/2026)
Dubai Future Foundation, World Economic Forum publish 'Top 10 Emerging Technologies of 2026' report (WAM 23/06/2026)
DoH, Sanofi to advance vaccine innovation (WAM 23/06/2026)
Dubai ranks No.1 globally for Greenfield FDI projects for fifth consecutive year in 2025 (Government of Dubai Media Office 23/06/2026)
Dubai set for big warehouse space boost as logistics boom gathers pace (Khaleej Times 23/06/2026)
Middle East leads global infrastructure transition (Khaleej Times 23/06/2026)
UAE poised for rebound as oil exports recover (Khaleej Times 23/06/2026)
Dubai, Gulf emerge as core hubs as global rich abandon ‘single home’ model (Khaleej Times 23/06/2026)
Dubai Holding Community Management launches first-of-its-kind circular sustainability initiative (Khaleej Times 23/06/2026)
Gulf regulators turn tokenisation into core capital markets infrastructure (Khaleej Times 23/06/2026)
UAE mulls technology that cuts 40% of data-centre energy consumption (Khaleej Times 23/06/2026)
Nine deals, three AI startups, one new office: UAE's week at Europe's biggest arms show (Khaleej Times 23/06/2026)
AI, cancer vaccines and quantum discovery: Dubai reveals 10 technologies set to transform the world (Arabian Business 23/06/2026)
Dubai expands luxury yacht tourism with new 24-hour marina transfer service (Arabian Business 23/06/2026)
EMSTEEL advances UAE industrial leadership with ES600 rebar for next-generation infrastructure (WAM 22/06/2026)
New economic licences in Abu Dhabi increase 21% in Q1 2026 (WAM 22/06/2026)
Dubai brand value crosses AED1t, ranks among world’s top five city brands (Khaleej Times 22/06/2026)
Air India to start direct flights from Guwahati to Dubai and Abu Dhabi in August (Khaleej Times 22/06/2026)
AI, online shopping and changing consumer habits could transform GCC malls (Arabian Business 22/06/2026)
Dubai launches race for $9.2bn Metro Gold Line contracts (Arabian Business 22/06/2026)
Digital Dubai plays key role in solidifying Dubai’s position among world’s top five city brands (WAM 21/06/2026)
Dewa launches international arm to pursue global opportunities (Khaleej Times 21/06/2026)
How UAE small businesses turned crisis into opportunity (Khaleej Times 21/06/2026)
Startup resilience, governance emerge as key test for investor confidence in tighter Gulf market (Khaleej Times 21/06/2026)
UAE e-commerce boom drives demand for flexible delivery solutions (Khaleej Times 21/06/2026)
Abu Dhabi widens Al Ain role in advanced air mobility plans (Arabian Business 20/06/2026)
Dubai Municipality approves Dubox Modular Construction System (WAM 19/06/2026)
Silal Group, Delphy to elevate local capabilities across UAE's food, agriculture sector (WAM 19/06/2026)
DGCX to launch region’s first-ever regulated Gold Spot T+0 Contract (WAM 19/06/2026)
Emirates expands operations in Ghana with additional weekly flights (WAM 19/06/2026)
DFWAC launches guide on men’s mental health across life stages (WAM 18/06/2026)
AD Ports Group enhances Al Faya Dry Port’s integration with global trade, logistics ecosystem (WAM 18/06/2026)
Sultan bin Ahmed witnesses MoU signing between Judicial Deptartment and DIFC Courts (WAM 18/06/2026)
flydubai launches direct flights to Benghazi (WAM 18/06/2026)
UAE ranks 5th globally in overall competitiveness (WAM 18/06/2026)
UAE ranked among world’s top 5 most competitive economies (Khaleej Times 18/06/2026)
Retailers explain Strait of Hormuz impact (Khaleej Times 18/06/2026)
Dubai’s secret: Why diamonds are up to 20% cheaper in UAE than India? (Khaleej Times 18/06/2026)
Abu Dhabi temporarily closes Jabal Sialkot restaurant over repeated violations (Khaleej Times 18/06/2026)
EDGE, Leonardo to partner through joint venture on advanced defence sensors, systems (WAM 17/06/2026)
Dubai Municipality launches nanoparticle detection laboratory to enhance Dubai’s leadership in food safety (WAM 17/06/2026)
Ministry of Health signs MoUs with private healthcare facilities (WAM 17/06/2026)
'Era of one strait, one port is over': UAE official says after Hormuz disruptions (Khaleej Times 17/06/2026)
Freight rates, supply chains to take months to normalise after Hormuz reopening, say UAE firms (Khaleej Times 17/06/2026)
How UAE startups weathered regional uncertainty (Khaleej Times 17/06/2026)
Don't just do it, 'Dubai-it': Sheikh Mohammed reveals how city turns ambition into action (Khaleej Times 17/06/2026)
UAE authority signs agreements with 5 private hospitals to manage emergency response (Khaleej Times 17/06/2026)
Aqaree launches in the UAE to enhance property discovery and support the evolution of the real estate ecosystem (Khaleej Times 17/06/2026)
UAE's post‑OPEC expansion to lift oil output over 5 million bpd next year (Khaleej Times 17/06/2026)
UAE’s automatic degree recognition extended to 4 new universities (Khaleej Times 17/06/2026)
UAE reveals plan to never use Strait of Hormuz with expansion of eastern ports (Arabian Business 17/06/2026)
ADJD reports 405% surge in digital attestations in Q1 2026 (WAM 16/06/2026)
Tadweer Group strengthens Al Ain’s circular economy infrastructure with 400,000-tonne material recovery facility upgrade (WAM 16/06/2026)
EDGE, 4iG S&D partner to expand European industrial capacity for advanced security technologies (WAM 16/06/2026)
UAE cinema sector revenues exceed AED734m (WAM 16/06/2026)
EDGE, Safran sign jv terms for next-generation missile development (WAM 16/06/2026)
MoHESR expands automatic recognition initiative to include 42 higher education institutions (WAM 16/06/2026)
UAE President participates in G7 Summit in France (WAM 16/06/2026)
UAE Space Agency, NYU Abu Dhabi to research Emirates Mars Mission (WAM 16/06/2026)
Abu Dhabi’s AED55b PPP pipeline signals new era in infrastructure funding (Khaleej Times 16/06/2026)
New Local Souq digital platform launches in Dubai supporting SMEs (Khaleej Times 16/06/2026)
US-Iran peace deal to boost UAE trade, cut shipping costs and marine insurance (Khaleej Times 16/06/2026)
GCC records huge spike in demand for private jet travel (Arabian Business 16/06/2026)
Abu Dhabi’s health system is predicting disease before patients fall sick (Khaleej Times 15/06/2026)
UAE Artificial Intelligence and Data Authority to unify AI, data and digital government (Arabian Business 14/06/2026)
UAE FINANCE AND ECONOMY NEWS
Dubai strengthens position as global wealth hub: Julius Baer report (WAM 07/07/2026)
HSBC halts some private credit lending (Khaleej Times 07/07/2026)
Dubai gold prices steady as 24K trades below AED500/gram (Khaleej Times 07/07/2026)
HSBC brings TradeCash to the UAE, enabling faster access to working capital (Khaleej Times 07/07/2026)
ADNEC Group posts AED9.2b economic impact in 2025 (WAM 06/07/2026)
Arada launches 'Arada Capital' targeting $5b in assets (WAM 06/07/2026)
ADX removes of price limits on ETFs, futures contracts (WAM 06/07/2026)
UAE business activity to accelerate in Q3 2026: Standard Chartered (WAM 06/07/2026)
ADCB services restored after disruption, customer data not compromised (Khaleej Times 06/07/2026)
Fraudsters producing, selling and distributing counterfeit and unsafe goods face AED1m fine, jail (Khaleej Times 06/07/2026)
Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala opens $25bn credit arm to outside investors (Arabian Business 06/07/2026)
American Express Middle East and Network International enter into a first-of-its-kind strategic partnership to expand merchant acceptance in the UAE (Arabian Business 06/07/2026)
UAE Trade Days expands economic partnerships across South America in five-country tour (WAM 05/07/2026)
UAE stocks surge in June (Khaleej Times 05/07/2026)
Ajman Bank signs agreement with Aurionpro to advance Islamic treasury systems validation (Khaleej Times 05/07/2026)
Global investors bullish on UAE, GCC economy amid US-Iran talks (Khaleej Times 05/07/2026)
UAE banks post strong Q1 profits as lending growth hits 5.8% (Khaleej Times 05/07/2026)
UAE personal loan demand weakens amid slower economic growth (Khaleej Times 05/07/2026)
Global investors double down on Gulf as 82% back region’s economic outlook (Arabian Business 05/07/2026)
(WAM 04/07/2026)
DDSC receives Central Bank approval to partner with selected VARA-regulated exchange platforms (WAM 03/07/2026)
Bank of Baroda settles NMC Health litigation for $600m (Khaleej Times 03/07/2026)
Al Masraf sees strong retail credit demand as UAE economy supports borrowing (Khaleej Times 03/07/2026)
UAE authority foils sophisticated cyberattacks on entities in financial sector (Khaleej Times 03/07/2026)
UAE non-oil private sector continues to grow despite regional headwinds (Khaleej Times 03/07/2026)
VARA issues 50th VASP licence as Dubai’s regulated virtual assets market continues to grow (WAM 02/07/2026)
ADCB initiates coverage of three ADNOC listed companies at 'Buy' (WAM 02/07/2026)
Dubai stock market continues to see strong participation of foreign investors (Khaleej Times 02/07/2026)
1001 raises $30m to build sovereign AI for GCC’s critical infrastructure (Khaleej Times 02/07/2026)
Department of Finance – Abu Dhabi launches 2027 Budget Cycle to reinforce financial sustainability in the emirate (Abu Dhabi Media Office 01/07/2026)
Abu Dhabi’s MGX raises AED180b from institutional, elite investors (Khaleej Times 01/07/2026)
Gulf sovereign funds defy Iran war jitters, commit record AED198b in H1 2026 (Khaleej Times 01/07/2026)
UAE e-invoicing study shows national readiness stands at 57.5% (Arabian Business 30/06/2026)
Federal Tax Authority issues 2025 Annual Report (WAM 29/06/2026)
ADFD deploys AED562m in strategic investments supporting key sectors across emerging markets in 2025 (WAM 29/06/2026)
GCC asset management reaches $2.7t in 2025 (Khaleej Times 29/06/2026)
Emirates NBD upgrades digital trading credit to $2.72m for eligible clients (Arabian Business 30/06/2026)
War-risk insurance premiums for Gulf shipping set to stabilise after US-Iran ceasefire (Khaleej Times 28/06/2026)
Nasdaq Dubai welcomes Arab Energy Fund’s $500m Sukuk listing (WAM 26/06/2026)
UAE tax warning: Businesses told to take action or face hidden fine (Arabian Business 26/06/2026)
Burjeel Holdings successfully prices its first unsecured sukuk issuance worth $500m (WAM 25/06/2026)
DP World’s Baa2 rating affirmed as global diversification and liquidity underpin outlook (Khaleej Times 25/06/2026)
UAE banks shrug off war shock as strong liquidity, capital buffers offset sukuk slump (Khaleej Times 25/06/2026)
HSBC report finds UAE investors lead globally in AI adoption (WAM 24/06/2026)
UAE women entrepreneurs can now get 12-month fee waiver with new bank offers (Khaleej Times 23/06/2026)
UAE universal accounts initiative set to advance financial inclusion (Khaleej Times 23/06/2026)
Nigeria draws down $1.5bn in deal with UAE’s largest lender (Arabian Business 23/06/2026)
Ministry of Economy & Tourism, Emirates Institute of Finance partner to boost anti-money laundering controls (WAM 22/06/2026)
Botim takes major step in expanding financial inclusion across UAE with new digital wallets (Arabian Business 22/06/2026)
Sharjah begins implementation of incentive package to boost economic activity (Khaleej Times 21/06/2026)
GCC VAT overhaul set to tighten cross-border trade, raise compliance stakes (Khaleej Times 21/06/2026)
GCC dividend strategies gain traction as investors seek steady income in volatile markets (Khaleej Times 21/06/2026)
Binance's new regulated AED deposit and withdrawal solution explained (Khaleej Times 19/06/2026)
Ministry of Finance’s 2027–2029 Strategic Plan launched (WAM 18/06/2026)
UAE launches strategic plan to fortify its financial system efficiency (Khaleej Times 18/06/2026)
CBUAE maintains Base Rate at 3.65% (WAM 17/06/2026)
Ministry of Finance unveils UAE’s first Sovereign Retail T- Sukuk investment opportunities for citizens and residents (WAM 17/06/2026)
Abu Dhabi enters world’s top 50 emerging ecosystems as value surges 3,057% to $73.4b (WAM 17/06/2026)
Revolut obtains approval for Stored Value Facilities, Retail Payment Services licences from CBUAE (WAM 17/06/2026)
CBUAE marks financial innovation milestone with 'Aperta' project (WAM 17/06/2026)
CBUAE, CBK to strengthen supervisory, financial, FinTech cooperation (WAM 16/06/2026)
Sanadak to elevate banking and insurance dispute resolution to international best practices (WAM 16/06/2026)
MoF reports over AED46b in distributed tax revenues for federal, local governments by end of 2025 (WAM 16/06/2026)
VAT boom drives UAE tax revenues up 15% to AED46b (Khaleej Times 16/06/2026)
UAE M&A NEWS
ADNOC Distribution to acquire Shell Downstream South Africa (WAM 07/07/2026)
AD Ports Group increases ownership in Global Feeder Shipping to 81% (WAM 24/06/2026)
Amanat completes full acquisition of Cambridge Health Group (Khaleej Times 19/06/2026)
Emirates NBD acquires majority stake in RBL Bank Limited (Government of Dubai Media Office 18/06/2026)
Mubadala partners with Equitix to invest in Greenlink (WAM 16/06/2026)
UAE BILATERAL TRADE NEWS
DP World expands India's coastal shipping network (WAM 07/07/2026)
Etihad Airways expands Africa network with Fastjet Zimbabwe partnership (Arabian Business 07/07/2026)
Dubai's DET, Deutsche Bank to expand global investor access (WAM 06/07/2026)
UAE, Korea to study establishment of Korean Industrial Zone in UAE (WAM 06/07/2026)
Adani Enterprises, IHC Group company IRH to form 50:50 joint venture for US$11.5b aluminium project (WAM 02/07/2026)
UAE President, Prime Minister of Libya's Government of National Unity discuss bilateral relations (WAM 02/07/2026)
UAE, Argentina discuss strengthening trade, investment partnership as part of ‘UAE Trade Days’ (WAM 02/07/2026)
UAE, Belize to advance bilateral cooperation (WAM 02/07/2026)
UAE trumps US and UK as biggest foreign investor in Qatar (Arabian Business 02/07/2027)
Noura Al Kaabi visits Barbados to advance bilateral cooperation (WAM 01/07/2026)
Al Zeyoudi meets President of Uruguay, discusses strengthening economic partnerships with Latin American, Caribbean officials (WAM 01/07/2026)
Paraguayan President praises UAE’s economic model, CEPAs (WAM 01/07/2026)
DP World launches Egypt’s first integrated Logistics Distribution Centre at Sokhna Logistics Park (WAM 01/07/2026)
DP World advances Port of Tartous modernisation with arrival of first new Mobile Harbour Crane (WAM 01/07/2026)
UAE and Chad Presidents discuss strengthening cooperation (WAM 01/07/2026)
UAE in talks with Mercosur trade ambitions after $6.2b non-oil trade in 2025 (Khaleej Times 01/07/2026)
dnata secures ground handling licence at Amsterdam Schiphol (WAM 30/06/2026)
President of Paraguay reaffirms commitment to expanding economic partnership with UAE (WAM 30/06/2026)
UAE-Ukraine CEPA officially enters into force on July 1 (WAM 30/06/2026)
Maalexi, RXIL Global to expand trade finance access for Indian agricultural exporters (WAM 29/06/2026)
Masdar breaks ground on inaugural 1GW wind farm in Kazakhstan (WAM 29/06/2026)
Dubai turns to China to power the future of its Metro with AI (Arabian Business 29/06/2026)
RTA expands strategic partnerships with leading Chinese companies (WAM 28/06/2026)
Hili Regional Dialogue charts sustainable UAE-Africa partnership (WAM 28/06/2026)
UAE, Panama discuss boosting trade, investment, supply chains as part of 'UAE Trade Days' (WAM 28/06/2026)
Saeed Al Hajeri leads UAE delegation in meetings with senior officials in Washington, D.C. (WAM 28/06/2026)
UAE, France hold inaugural consular consultations in Paris (WAM 28/06/2026)
UAE joins 35-country AI statement as US tech partnership grows (Arabian Business 28/06/2026)
Nigeria draws down $1.5b in deal with UAE’s largest lender (Arabian Business 26/06/2026)
UAE President receives Syrian Foreign Minister (WAM 25/06/2026)
Dubai Chamber of Commerce highlights expansion opportunities for local businesses in Poland, Hungary (WAM 25/06/2026)
UAE President receives US Secretary of State (WAM 24/06/2026)
Rubio discusses US-Iran deal with Sheikh Mohamed, vows 'commitment' to UAE security (Khaleej Times 24/06/2026)
UAE, Korea explore expanding strategic cooperation in energy, nuclear power, emerging technologies (WAM 22/06/2026)
UAE deepens ties with France on AI (Arabian Business 20/06/2026)
Generation 5 Holding, Hanwha Aerospace sign landmark teaming agreement to manufacture K9 Howitzer in UAE (WAM 19/06/2026)
UAE, France explore opportunities to strengthen cooperation in tourism, aviation, SMEs, entrepreneurship (WAM 19/06/2026)
UAE, Qatar sign MoU on data protection in joint projects (WAM 17/06/2026)
ADFD advances sustainable development through 'Agricultural Systems Development Project' in Uzbekistan (WAM 17/06/2026)
EDGE, EM&E Group seal agreement to establish joint venture in UAE (WAM 17/06/2026)
UAE President meets Egyptian President (WAM 17/06/2026)
Dubai Chambers explores trade, investment opportunities with Canada’s British Columbia (WAM 17/06/2026)
UAE President meets with German Chancellor (WAM 16/06/2026)
UAE President meets Italian Prime Minister (WAM 16/06/2026)
UAE President, Canadian Prime Minister discuss cooperation (WAM 16/06/2026)
Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre deepens UAE's presence in China (WAM 16/06/2026)
UAE President meets US President (WAM 16/06/2026)
UAE and French Presidents discuss bilateral ties (WAM 16/06/2026)
AD Ports Group, Dajin Heavy Industry to explore offshore wind, maritime opportunities (WAM 16/06/2026)
TASNEEF signs 10-year exclusive global partnership with International Federation for Emergency Medicine (WAM 16/06/2026)
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Written by Jenny Hunt
Founder, Gateway Group, Abu Dhabi and Dubai, United Arab Emirates
FORBES' Top 100 Most Influential Women in the Middle East
