With creativity and sustainable techniques, a farmer in Fujairah successfully grows vanilla—one of the world’s most prized crops—demonstrating the UAE’s growing potential in specialized agriculture.
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Engineer Maryam Al Balooshi, Senior Director of Environmental Affairs at the UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority, has been elected Chair of ICAO’s Environmental Protection Committee — becoming the first expert from the Middle East to hold this position.
Omar Sultan Al Olama, UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, has been appointed to the AI Ethics Council as its first international and Middle Eastern member.
As the UAE marks its 54th Union Day, the nation showcases impressive economic achievements in 2025, led by strong non-oil growth, record trade, thriving tourism, and ambitious development projects.
With bold investments and cutting‑edge infrastructure, the UAE is rapidly transforming into a global hub for artificial intelligence. This article explores how the nation’s sweeping digital strategy is reshaping its economy and positioning it among the world’s AI leaders.
In the heart of Saadiyat’s Cultural District, the Zayed National Museum honors the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may his soul rest in peace. The museum brings to life the UAE’s history and identity, connecting generations through culture and knowledge.
The number of protected nature reserves in the UAE has more than doubled in 12 years, reaching 50 by the end of 2024 — a 117% increase that reflects the nation’s strong commitment to environmental conservation and biodiversity protection.
In celebration of the UAE’s 54th Union Day, Dubai Culture presents a series of rich cultural and artistic experiences across its heritage destinations, with the Etihad Museum at the heart of events — honoring the unforgettable moment the Union was declared.
As the UAE prepares to mark its 54th Union Day, the Ministry of Interior has outlined 11 key violations that will result in penalties and vehicle impoundment.
Under the theme “Where Quantum, AI, and Cybersecurity Converge”, the second edition of CyberQ kicks off in Abu Dhabi, gathering cybersecurity leaders, innovators, and experts from around the world to explore the future of digital security in the quantum era.
In line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the UAE announces a new chapter in its innovation journey with “UAE Innovates” becoming a major annual event held every November starting in 2026.
The UAE government launches a groundbreaking initiative integrating community feedback into the evaluation of federal entities’ efforts to reduce bureaucracy, affirming the strategic vision of Mohammed bin Rashid in enhancing public service through direct civic involvement.
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Dubai will come alive from December 1 to 3 with an exciting array of events to mark the 54th Union Day. The citywide celebrations include fireworks, concerts, cultural shows, family activities, culinary experiences, retail offers, and more — uniting residents and visitors in a vibrant display of national pride and togetherness.
Dubai Future Forum 2025 concluded at the Museum of the Future with over 2,500 participants and 100+ international institutions, featuring forward-looking forecasts, practical outcomes, strategic agreements, and a wide range of pioneering initiatives shaping the future.
Hamad Al Shehhi’s inspiring journey from selling tickets to becoming the UAE’s first expert in train operations shows how ambition, education, and national support can shape the future of Emirati youth.
At the dawn of the new millennium, the telecommunications sector in the United Arab Emirates witnessed significant transformations due to rapid economic and technological expansion. In this context, Du Company was established in 2006 as the second telecommunications operator in the local market
In the UAE, the year 2071 carries special significance, it marks 100 years since the nation’s founding and serves as a target for ambitious development goals under the UAE Centennial Plan 2071. Area 2071 is a bold initiative created as a physical and conceptual platform to drive the country toward that centennial vision. Launched in […]
The UAE’s insurance market has surged in recent years, driven by economic diversification and sweeping government mandates. In 2024 gross written premiums jumped about 21.4%, reaching AED 64.8 billion (USD 17.6 billion). This makes the UAE one of the fastest-growing insurance markets in the region. Abu Dhabi and Dubai dominate the industry, but rising coverage requirements have […]
Initiatives
The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation on Saturday launched a global thought leadership platform to help frame and stimulate regional and global debate on vital development issues shaping the Middle East. The ‘Middle East Exchange’ will commission original articles from international experts including Nobel laureates, heads […]
Apple Inc CEO Tim Cook has been briefed by Mohammed Abdullah Al Gergawi, UAE Minister of Cabinet Affairs, on the most important developments related to the UAE Mobile Government and Smart Learning initiatives. During the meeting, which was attended by a group of officials from both sides, prospects for cooperation were discussed on the development […]