Economy and Business
Kirill Podgorny appointed Head of the Russian Business Council in Dubai
Friday, February 20, 2026The Russian Business Council (RBC) in Dubai and the Northern Emirates has announced leadership changes marking a new stage in the organization’s development. On February 4, 2026, the RBC Presidium elected Kirill Podgorny as Chairman — an executive with diplomatic and corporate experience who has been working in the region since 2006. The appointment is… Untitled
Premier Six Sigma Conference at Plekhanov University in Dubai
Thursday, February 19, 2026As artificial intelligence continues to reshape global industries, businesses are increasingly challenged to balance rapid technological advancement with long-term sustainability. In this evolving landscape, proven management frameworks such as Six Sigma are gaining renewed relevance, offering structured approaches to efficiency, quality, and resilience. On February 5, 2026, Plekhanov University in Dubai will host a landmark… Untitled
Tenants who left Dubai for lower rents may return as 2026 supply grows
Tuesday, February 17, 2026Some tenants who left Dubai for more affordable rents in neighbouring emirates may consider returning from 2026 onwards, as a wave of new residential supply is expected to ease rental pressure and offer greater choice, according to property market experts. The influx of new homes — alongside mounting traffic challenges faced by daily commuters —… Untitled
Mohammad Al Gergawi: Governments must be ready to serve a new mankind
Wednesday, February 4, 2026World governments must fundamentally rethink how they operate to respond to a new global reality and a new kind of humanity, according to Mohammad Al Gergawi, UAE Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Chairman of the World Governments Summit. He was delivering the keynote address on the opening day of the World Governments Summit 2026 in… Untitled
World Governments Summit 2026 opens in Dubai with record global participation
Tuesday, February 3, 2026Dubai today hosts the opening of the World Governments Summit 2026, bringing together an unprecedented gathering of global leaders, policymakers, and influencers under the theme “Shaping Future Governments.” Running from February 3 to 5, the three-day summit is being hailed as the most ambitious edition in the event’s history. It brings together more than 60… Untitled
UAE Introduces ‘Corporate Citizenship’ in 2026: Companies to be recognized as Emirati
Monday, January 12, 2026What it means to be an Emirati company and the advantages it brings A recent amendment to the UAE’s Commercial Companies Law aims to reinforce the concept of “citizenship” for companies established in the country, including those operating in free zones and financial free zones. The move is designed to strengthen their identity as Emirati… Untitled
UAE Banks to replace SMS OTPs with In-App approvals by 2026
Thursday, December 18, 2025UAE Banks to replace SMS OTPs with In-App approvals by 2026 Secure app environments make it harder to hack bank accounts, easier to stop such attempts. For UAE residents who frequently make payments, transfer money, or shop online, this is a big upgrade in everyday convenience. With UAE banks now officially phasing out SMS and… Untitled
Casagrand unveils international project Casagrand Hermina at Dubai Islands
Monday, December 15, 2025Casagrand, has officially unveiled Casagrand Hermina, a premium residential development located on the rapidly transforming Dubai Islands. Valued at AED 420M, it marks Casagrand’s expansion into the Middle East with a project that blends coastal serenity and city living. Inspired by Hermes, the mythological messenger who moved effortlessly between worlds, it is conceived as a… Untitled
Thousands from across the globe witness the UAE’s opening of BRIDGE Summit 2025
Thursday, December 11, 2025Global leaders, creators, and institutions gather in Abu Dhabi to shape a more trusted, human-centred future for media With thousands watching and attending from across the globe, BRIDGE Summit 2025 opened this week on a scale that set a new benchmark for how nations, institutions, and creative communities collaborate to shape the global media, entertainment,… Untitled
First UAE–Russia Business Forum opened in Dubai
Thursday, December 11, 2025The First UAE–Russia Business Forum opened on 10 December in Dubai. The forum is organised by the Russia–UAE Business Council (RUBC) jointly with the Roscongress Foundation and with the support of the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation and Marathon Investment Group. The forum brought together leaders of major companies and investment… Untitled
