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Monday, October 19, 2026
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The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the hostile Iranian attack targeting the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that this hostile attack constitutes a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of the Republic of Iraq…
Dubai Police have summoned a driver who deliberately removed his vehicle’s number plates in an attempt to evade smart traffic enforcement systems before driving at speeds exceeding 230 km/h, in a dangerous display of reckless behaviour that posed a serious threat to public safety.Brigadier Jumaa…
The UAE marks Union Pledge Day on July 18 each year, commemorating the historic signing of the Declaration of the Union and the UAE Constitution by the Founding Fathers in 1971, marking the beginning of a 55-year journey of development, progress and global leadership.Union Pledge…
The Government of Pakistan will begin issuing e-passports to Pakistani nationals living in the UAE from July 20, 2026, in line with the standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), according to a public notice posted on Pakistan Consulate General Dubai social media…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team concluded its visit to the UAE, which took place from 7th to 16th July 2026.The visit included discussions on the latest economic and financial developments, the future outlook, and the policy priorities of the relevant authorities, as well…
Tax Star, a UAE-based tax and compliance software company, has been named a pre-approved e-invoicing service provider by the UAE Ministry of Finance. The approval places Tax Star, among 42 companies nationwide cleared to help businesses meet the UAE’s new e-invoicing rules.This pre-approved status means…
Further to Emirates Telecommunications Group Company PJSC (e&) announcement on 10th July 2026 related to signing a binding agreement with Vega, an acquisition vehicle wholly owned by the Niel family group, for the sale of e&’s entire holding in Vodafone Group PLC (Vodafone); e& on…
The acquisition is through a non-cash deal with two existing shareholders
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) has reinforced its position as the highest-rated banking group in the MENA region and among the highest-rated globally, with AA- or equivalent ratings and stable outlooks following the latest affirmations by Moody’s, S&P Global Ratings and Fitch Ratings.Together, these ratings…
Bank of Sharjah on Thursday announced its financial results for the six-month period ended 30 June 2026, reporting exceptional performance and reinforcing the strong momentum achieved over the last three years.The Bank recorded net profit of Dhs 362 million, up 35% from Dhs 268 million…