Abu Dhabi Deputy Ruler Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Zayed and Trump discussed ways to strengthen the strategic partnership between the UAE and the U.S. and explored opportunities for further collaboration.
This phase includes 22 volumes covering eight chapters of the Holy Quran. With this addition, the entire encyclopedia now has 47 volumes and more than 110,000 rhetorical titles. The launch took place during the graduation ceremony for the 5th group of 329 reciters from the Sharjah Holy Quran Academy at University City Hall.
In 2024, RTA carried out approximately 579,000 inspections and licensing transactions, a 20% increase from the previous year. Despite the higher number of checks, recorded violations decreased by 3%.
The resolution allows free zone businesses to operate in mainland Dubai if they obtain the required licenses from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET).
Discussions will cover various topics such as local production, trade technology, health equity, and regional investment opportunities. Highlights include the TradeTech Forum in partnership with the World Economic Forum and special investment forums for India, Japan, China, and Russia.
With this latest edition, the report has now identified a total of 200 future opportunities, highlighting potential for over 1,000 practical ideas spanning economic, social, technological, and legal fields.
The assessment will be based on specific criteria that align with global best practices, while being tailored to the UAE's culture, values, and needs. Initially, the system will focus on services for children aged 0-8, with plans to expand to include children up to 18 years old in later phases.
Ignite Energy Access uses its technology platform to develop and manage solar energy solutions across sub-Saharan Africa. The company aims to provide clean and sustainable electricity to 100 million people in the region by 2030.
In endorsing these initiatives, Sheikh Hamdan stressed that Dubai's success as a global city is rooted in a vision focused on empowering individuals, families, and communities. This vision ensures equal access to opportunities, fosters talent, strengthens national identity and values, promotes knowledge, and encourages entrepreneurship.
The guide includes 35 legal frameworks focused on preventing domestic and digital violence, along with 46 awareness programs, policies, and initiatives. These efforts were developed in collaboration with 22 national institutions.
A team of Emirati and international experts contributed to this achievement, allowing the mission to move forward to the next stage. This phase will involve the assembly, integration, and testing of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Explorer.
Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and CEO of ADNOC urged for growth-focused policies that support investment, energy, and people. He explained that meeting the rapid global growth in energy demand will require using all available energy sources.
Under the three-year agreement, AIQ will introduce ENERGYai and other AI technologies to enhance efficiency and optimization in ADNOC's upstream sector. ENERGYai is developed using 70 years of industry data and expertise.
Along with the dividend approval, the Annual General Assembly highlighted Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank's strong business growth, excellent performance in 2024, and a solid foundation for future expansion.
Al Etihad Payments and Visa will collaborate with local banks, fintech companies, and merchants to issue these co-branded cards. The new cards will come with various benefits and value-added services to meet customer needs.
Dubai set a new record by attracting 1,117 Greenfield FDI projects in 2024, the highest in its history. The emirate also saw an 11% rise in total announced FDI projects, reaching 1,826 compared to 1,650 in 2023, according to DET's Dubai FDI Monitor.
The pavilion will focus on projects that protect cultural and environmental heritage while providing high-quality tourism experiences. Sharjah's participation in ITB Berlin 2025 is an important opportunity to attract more visitors from Europe and other regions.
AEEDC Dubai and Dubai Derma are expanding into Central Asia to reach new markets and strengthen the UAE's global presence. These efforts focus on building international partnerships with countries and institutions, increasing exports, and establishing a strong presence in the region.
In the first phase of the initiative, 42 homes and villas in 10 different areas across Dubai will be inspected to ensure water system safety and compliance with international standards.
This partnership will allow European AI businesses to test their technologies in Dubai's regulatory sandbox, promoting knowledge exchange and helping the emirate advance as a global AI hub.
The event is projected to welcome over 47,000 visitors and feature more than 2,600 exhibitors representing 161 destinations worldwide. This year's edition is expected to see increased participation from major regions such as Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and the Americas.
Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, ADNOC's Managing Director and Group CEO, described the merger and acquisition as a major step in ADNOC's global chemicals strategy. He highlighted that these changes align with ADNOC's international growth plans under the UAE leadership.
The campaign targets various groups handling LPG systems, including laborers, domestic staff, employers in industries like restaurants, and labor recruitment companies.
As part of the agreement, new bridges and roads will be built to improve access to five key Dubai Holding developments: Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai Production City, Business Bay, Palm Jumeirah, and International City (Phase 3).
Minister of State for Entrepreneurship Alia bint Abdullah Al Mazrouei highlighted Future100's impact on SME growth, enabling expansion into global markets. She emphasized the UAE's supportive business environment, with SMEs making up 94% of all businesses and 25,000 new Emirati-founded startups in 2024.
This partnership will enhance travel convenience between Abu Dhabi and Spain, while also improving connectivity between Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and Asia. Passengers will benefit from smoother, more seamless travel across these key regions.
The two-day event also features insights from global investment leaders, addressing the impact of geopolitical tensions and rapid global changes.
Under this agreement, both companies plan to create a joint venture (JV) in the UAE to manufacture REGENT's electric seagliders. These seagliders will be supplied to the Middle East, Africa, and other regions, once all necessary approvals are received.
"We are pleased to welcome Bisconni to KEZAD, reinforcing our commitment to providing world-class infrastructure and strategic opportunities for leading manufacturers," said Mohamed Al Khadar Al Ahmed, CEO, Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi - KEZAD Group.
Miral Experiences, a subsidiary of Miral, will operate the 17,000 sqm multi-sensory art space. The venue will feature large, interactive exhibits designed to take visitors on a unique and immersive journey.
