Dubai Desk

Dubai Desk

The Dubai Desk reports on major developments across the UAE, covering news, culture, business, and social trends shaping the region.

UAE instant payments platform ‘Aani’ surpasses 12.5 million users
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UAE instant payments platform ‘Aani’ surpasses 12.5 million users

Instant payment system sees sixfold rise in transfers, reflecting UAE’s rapid shift toward cashless transactions

UAE to take part in World Bank-IMF Spring Meetings in Washington
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UAE to take part in World Bank-IMF Spring Meetings in Washington

UAE delegation to hold bilateral talks and join global finance panels during meeting in the US capital

Dubai’s Awqaf reports 52% growth in educational endowment assets
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Dubai’s Awqaf reports 52% growth in educational endowment assets

Awqaf Dubai’s endowments now total AED718 million, funding scholarships for 3,100 students

UAE says air defenses detected no Iranian missiles or drones
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UAE says air defenses detected no Iranian missiles or drones

UAE reports 537 ballistic missiles, 2,256 UAVs engaged since Iranian attacks began

UAE, Japan leaders discuss regional security, economic ties
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UAE, Japan leaders discuss regional security, economic ties

UAE President and Japan PM highlight maritime safety, energy security, and Iran-related attacks in the region

Abu Dhabi real estate transactions jump 160.7 percent in first quarter
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Abu Dhabi real estate transactions jump 160.7 percent in first quarter

Sales, mortgages and foreign investment drive record Q1 property activity in Abu Dhabi