Sharjah business licences rise 2% in first half as investment remains resilient
Sharjah issues, renews over 38,000 business licences in first half
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Sharjah issues, renews over 38,000 business licences in first half
DEWA highlights $1.9 bln smart grid investment under Dubai strategy
The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the hostile drone attack on the State of Kuwait, which targeted three border posts and an offshore drilling platform operated by Kuwait Oil Company, resulting in material damage and the injury of one worker.In a…
Caught between a race against time and a family’s unwavering hope, Zaid Mohammed Ibrahimi stands before a life-changing opportunity. While Duchenne muscular dystrophy continues gradually to ravage his muscles, gene therapy remains the last hope to halt its progression.However, its cost of Dhs10.6 million presents…
Mohammed Bin Rashid Centre for Islamic Culture, affiliated with the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in Dubai (IACAD), recorded the conversion to Islam of 5,511 people of various nationalities during the first half of 2026, according to Jasem Mohammed Al Khazraji, the Centre’s Director,…
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) ranks first in 13 key performance indicators across its operations, alongside leading regional indicators, demonstrating that excellence in Dubai is measured by impact rather than scale alone.DEWA recorded the world’s lowest customer minutes lost for electricity, averaging just 0.82…
The Ministry of Interior (MoI) called on drivers to abide by traffic safety procedures as part of its awareness campaign Accident-free Summer, stressing the importance of following 6 basic guidelines before traveling to ensure the safety of individuals and vehicles, especially with the rise in…
In line with the directives of the wise leadership to accelerate the delivery of road infrastructure projects, expand road network capacity, enhance traffic flow across the Emirate of Dubai, support economic growth, and keep pace with the urban development and population growth witnessed by the…
Abu Dhabi continues to strengthen its position as a global hub for business and investment, supported by an advanced economic ecosystem and flexible regulatory policies that have reinforced investor confidence and fostered private sector growth.Indicators show that the momentum in business formation remains strong, reinforcing…
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