Tracking politics for the UAE — coverage from the newsroom in Dubai.
Business & Economy · PoliticsSalik toll charges and Parkin parking fees increase 5% from June 1. Peak-hour tolls now AED 6.30. See exact costs and how it impacts your commute budget.
Business & Economy · PoliticsUAE and UK strengthen anti-money laundering enforcement with new compliance deadlines, crypto regulations, and personal liability for executives.
Energy · PoliticsDrone struck generator at Barakah Nuclear Plant in Abu Dhabi but all reactors operated normally. No radiation risk or service disruption for UAE residents.
Politics · EnergyUAE condemns drone attacks on Saudi Arabia from Iraqi airspace. Learn what these coordinated strikes mean for Gulf security and regional stability for residents.
Politics · Business & EconomyDiscover how UAE mediated 23 prisoner exchanges, freeing 7,100+ people. Learn why this neutral diplomacy matters for residents and the region's stability.
Politics · Business & EconomyUN warns Syria's recovery window closing as 2026 aid appeal reaches only 16% funding. Refugee returns strain systems while Israeli border tensions escalate.
Politics · Business & EconomyUAE completes 23rd Russia-Ukraine prisoner swap, releasing 410 captives in May 2026. How Abu Dhabi's neutral diplomacy strengthens its regional hub status.
Business & Economy · PoliticsRussia's halal certification agreements and new trade corridors threaten UAE exporters. Learn what Central Asian market shifts mean for your business now.
Business & Economy · PoliticsUS-China Beijing summit aims to stabilize relations with implications for UAE tariffs, Strait of Hormuz access, and trade routes. Key takeaways for residents.