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How Dubai is trying to bring tourists and investors back after months of regional tensionsDubai convened business leaders following Iran's strikes to mitigate economic fallout, pledging $681 million in support. While a preliminar...
Iran-Israel conflict puts UAE, Saudi Arabia's foreign workers under strainA protracted conflict in the Gulf is jeopardizing billions in remittances, vital for families across Asia and Africa. Migrant workers, like...
UAE and Iran conduct first face-to-face meeting to try deescalating Middle East tensionsUS-Iran war: Senior security officials from the United Arab Emirates and Iran met face-to-face for the first time since the US-Israeli war ...
The City of Gold starts coming back to life after its darkest hourDubai's economic landscape is tested after regional conflict. Aviation, hotels, and real estate see impacts. Luxury retail also faces press...
How the Mideast war brought UAE, Israel closer togetherAfter facing barrages of Iranian missiles that threatened its economic future, the UAE has moved closer to Israel, widening a split with al...
Dubai chefs shrink menus as Iran war makes tomatillos, scallops harder to sourceIran war: Dubai's vibrant restaurant scene is feeling the pinch. Chefs are struggling to get key ingredients like avocados and tomatillos. ...
India’s $138 billion money bank outside the border is getting harder to shakeThe resilience of India's remittance system has reached new heights, with money sent home now more equipped to withstand external shocks. A...
Why is the UAE, OPEC’s third-largest oil producer, leaving OPEC? Will Iraq or Kuwait leave next, and what it means for oil prices and the cartel’s futureWhy is UAE leaving OPEC, will Iraq or Kuwait leave next? Nearly 3.5 million barrels per day are now at stake. The Organization of the Petro...
Strait of Hormuz crisis to lead Gulf region into recession? Global diplomacy and rising tensions shape Gulf outlookStrait of Hormuz crisis to lead Gulf region into recession? The Gulf region faces rising tensions after attacks, shipping restrictions, and...
UAE hotels find peace in war, go for renovations and upgradesPremium hotels in Dubai are undertaking renovations. This is happening due to a slowdown in tourist numbers. Some hotels will close for up ...
UAE draws up economic shield plan to counter Iran war falloutThe United Arab Emirates is preparing a contingency economic plan. This plan aims to protect the economy from disruption and boost long-ter...
Iran-Israel war: UAE plans to introduce tourism package as travel and aviation sectors face challengesThe United Arab Emirates is launching a new support package for its tourism sector. This comes as regional tensions impact travel and aviat...
Dubai unveils fiscal package to bolster businessesDubai has unveiled a significant AED 1 billion fiscal package to bolster businesses, especially those in tourism and trade impacted by curr...
As Iran-Israel-US war begins to hurt, UAE takes steps to ease the painThe UAE is taking proactive steps to shield its economy from regional conflict. The Central Bank is injecting liquidity into banks, allowin...
Middle East's Schengen style GCC tourist visa set for launch this yearThe GCC countries are set to launch a pilot phase for a unified Schengen-style tourist visa in Q4 2025, enabling visitors to travel across ...
UAE solidifies role as key player in global tourismThe UAE has cemented its role as a global tourism leader, achieving record-breaking performance and significant investments. Its tourism se...
Middle East's Schengen style GCC tourist visa approved, to be rolled out 'soon'The long-pending unified tourist visa for Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries has received official approval and is set for rollout so...
UAE's GDP grew 3.7% in first half of 2023, supported by non-oil sectorThe United Arab Emirates (UAE) reported a 3.7% increase in its gross domestic product (GDP) for the first half of the year, with non-oil se...
Expo 2020 Dubai kicks off with lavish opening ceremonyDubai, the region's tourism, trade and business hub, is hoping to boost its economy by attracting 25 million business and tourist visits to...
FM Arun Jaitley to inaugurate Arab-India Economic Forum in DubaiJaitley will address dignitaries, government officials and business leaders from around the Arab region during the forum to be held from No...