Tracking business & economy for the UAE — coverage from the newsroom in Dubai.
Politics · Business & EconomyUS-Iran security agreement reshapes Strait of Hormuz stability, affecting UAE shipping costs, fuel prices, and job security. What the 60-day talks mean for you.
Politics · Business & EconomyUAE celebrates Father's Day 2026 with focus on active fatherhood. Explore how paternity leave, flexible work policies, and family programs are reshaping fathers' roles in the Year of Family.
Technology · Business & EconomyDiscover UAE piracy penalties, fraud risks from illegal streaming, and how enforcement is escalating. Learn what residents should know about legal consequences.
Business & Economy · TechnologyUAE launches K9 artillery manufacturing with Hanwha Aerospace. New jobs for skilled engineers, industrial growth, and defense sector opportunities explained for residents.
Business & Economy · TechnologyAber brings car inspections to your doorstep in Dubai. Compare AED 475 costs vs. centers, booking process, and when it's worth it for expats and fleet managers.
Tourism · Business & EconomyQantas launches direct London-Sydney flights October 2027. Learn about 22-hour journey fares, health considerations, and travel options for UAE residents to Europe.
Lifestyle · Business & EconomyDangerous wet-bulb conditions hit UAE today. Learn critical heat illness signs, hydration tips, and why 47°C with 90% humidity threatens your health even indoors.
Tourism · Business & EconomyKuwait Airport's Terminal 1 closed until 2027 after June 3 Iranian strike. International flights resume via Terminal 4. UAE travelers: expect 3-hour check-ins, delays.
Business & Economy · LifestyleDTC and JOOD partner to let Dubai taxi riders donate to housing, healthcare, and community projects directly at payment. Feature launches late 2026.