UAE News
Eddy Tannous, COO of Rotana: Turning change into opportunity
Tuesday, September 22, 2026As Rotana continues to expand across the UAE, Saudi Arabia and international markets, the challenge for hotel operators is increasingly about balancing scale with agility. For Eddy Tannous, COO of Rotana, that means giving hotel teams greater authority to respond to guests, while maintaining the standards that define the brand. With more than 100 hotels… Untitled
Dubai hosts Russia’s Parliamentary Elections as nearly 1,800 Russians vote
Monday, September 21, 2026On September 20, Russian citizens living or staying in the United Arab Emirates had the opportunity to take part in Russia’s parliamentary elections. In Dubai, voting was held at Polling Station No. 8248 at Al Manara Centre on Sheikh Zayed Road. According to the Consulate General of Russia in Dubai, nearly 1,800 people exercised their… Untitled
UAE launches ‘Visit UAE’ brand to unite seven emirates under one tourism identity
Friday, September 18, 2026Ministry of Economy and Tourism launches ‘Visit UAE’ identity & ‘UAE Grand Tour’ platform at Arabian Travel Market 2026 The UAE has launched its first unified national tourism brand, “Visit UAE”, bringing the seven emirates under a single federal tourism identity as the country seeks to strengthen its global appeal, attract more international visitors and… Untitled
UAE-Iran meeting offers path forward despite differences, says Anwar Gargash
Friday, September 18, 2026A meeting between the UAE and Iran in New Delhi has provided an important platform for the two countries to explore a path forward despite continuing differences, Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, said at the Arab Media Summit in Dubai. Gargash was referring to the September 12 meeting between Sheikh Khaled… Untitled
UAE interest rates rise to 3.9%: What it means for mortgages, loans and savings
Friday, September 18, 2026Interest rates are moving higher again in the UAE after the Central Bank raised its base rate by 25 basis points to 3.9%, following the US Federal Reserve’s first rate increase since 2023. The new UAE rate takes effect from Thursday, September 17, up from 3.65%. The impact depends on whether you already have a… Untitled
OMEGA unveils new Speedmaster 38 mm collection in Dubai
Thursday, September 17, 2026OMEGA unveils new Speedmaster 38 mm collection in Dubai The Swiss watchmaker, OMEGA, welcomed guests to an exclusive event at its boutique in The Dubai Mall, celebrating nearly seven decades of the iconic Speedmaster collection. The occasion gave attendees the opportunity to explore an immersive exhibition tracing the Speedmaster’s journey from its Earth-bound origins to… Untitled
Dubai’s Global Village to open on October 14 for Season 31
Tuesday, September 15, 2026Global Village has announced the opening dates of its Season 31. The family destination will open on October 14, 2026, and will run for over seven months until May 2027. Operation under the theme ‘A More Wonderful World’ will bring back its entertainment, dining, and shopping attractions for its visitors. The upcoming season will introduce… Untitled
Abu Dhabi’s Miral to invest Dh12bn over five years in Yas Island expansion
Tuesday, September 15, 2026Miral, the developer behind Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, will invest Dh12 billion ($3.26 billion) over the next five years to expand the island’s hotels, theme parks and entertainment offerings. The investment will include the expansion of a Warner Bros.-themed hotel by 250 rooms, as well as a new lifestyle hotel at Yas Bay, Mohamed… Untitled
ATM 2026 opens in Dubai: AI, resilience and the future of travel take centre stage
Monday, September 14, 2026The 33rd edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) opens today at Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together the global travel and tourism industry for four days of business, networking and discussions on the sector’s next phase following months of disruption linked to the US-Iran conflict. Running from September 14 to 17, ATM 2026 will bring… Untitled
President Vladimir Putin meets Narendra Modi as India hosts BRICS Summit
Friday, September 11, 2026President Vladimir Putin arrived in India early Friday for a three-day visit to attend the BRICS leaders’ summit and strengthen strategic ties with New Delhi. On Friday afternoon, Putin met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for bilateral talks focused on trade and energy. Indian media, citing sources familiar with the talks, reported that the two… Untitled
