Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) has announced its H1 2026 events calendar, bringing together a powerful line-up of 71 international exhibitions and conferences that reflect the scale and global relevance of Dubai’s business events ecosystem. The calendar positions DWTC at the forefront of driving global business engagement, trade opportunities, and investment flows. Throughout the first… Untitled
Previously, someone under 21 Hijri years was generally treated as a minor for many legal purposes, often requiring a guardian’s consent or court oversight A new civil law issued by the UAE that reduces the age of majority from 21 lunar years to 18 Gregorian years will have a “significant” impact, according to experts. The… Untitled
The law also permits the establishment of specialised courts to hear specific civil or commercial cases, upon the request or agreement of the parties to the case The UAE government announced on Thursday several amendments in the Civil Procedures Code, “aimed at developing the procedural structure of the civil judiciary and improving the quality of… Untitled
In a statement released to mark the UAE’s National Day, Sheikh Mohammed conveyed his heartfelt greetings and congratulations to President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, to Their Highnesses the Members of the Supreme Council and Rulers of the Emirates, and to the people of the UAE. Sheikh Mohammed reflected on the historic… Untitled
Dubai’s economy continued to maintain its strong upward momentum in the first half of 2025, surpassing projections and consolidating its position as a one of the world’s most vibrant and competitive urban economies. The emirate’s GDP grew 4.4% to reach AED 241 billion in the first half of the year. In the second quarter alone,… Untitled
Engineers conducted solar panel performance tests, antenna and robotic arm deployment to replicate the stresses of launch, deceleration, and landing The UAE is one step closer to exploring the far side of the Moon, with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) announcing it has finished building and testing the Rashid Rover 2 and dispatched… Untitled
Dubai is once again pushing the boundaries of architecture and imagination with its latest cultural marvel – the Dubai Museum of Art (DUMA). Designed to appear as if it’s floating above the waters of Dubai Creek, this striking new landmark promises to blend modern design with the city’s rich culture, art and innovation. Announcing the… Untitled
Over 16 years, the Metro network helped reduce travel distances by nearly 29.8 billion kilometres, easing congestion and improving mobility between districts Dubai’s property prices have risen by up to 16 per cent as a direct result of the emirate’s transport and infrastructure projects, according to a new McKinsey & Company study commissioned by the… Untitled
The Dubai Police have unveiled an Intelligent Traffic System that automatically detects five types of traffic violations without human intervention. The AI-powered platform, showcased at GITEX Global 2025, analyses live footage to identify offences in real time and assess how well drivers follow road rules. Developed as a unified digital system, it uses artificial intelligence… Untitled
Residents, don’t be surprised to find driverless taxis on Dubai streets ahead of their commercial launch in the first quarter of 2026, said a top official from Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). Pilot tests are underway in select parts of the city, including Jumeirah, said Khaled Al Awadhi, Director of Transportation Systems at RTA’s… Untitled