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 visitors can open digital bank accounts in minutes with new ‘Tourist Identity’ initiative
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UAE visitors can open digital bank accounts in minutes with new ‘Tourist Identity’ initiative

UAE's new Tourist Identity lets visitors open digital bank accounts instantly on arrival using biometrics, access debit cards and make cashless payments.

UAE worker housing rules: MOHRE mandates free internet, 24-hour clinics and safer living conditions
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UAE worker housing rules: MOHRE mandates free internet, 24-hour clinics and safer living conditions

New standards for worker housing to be effective April, 2026; employers to ensure accommodation meets minimum welfare standards across country

UAE ranks first globally in entrepreneurship for fifth consecutive year
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UAE ranks first globally in entrepreneurship for fifth consecutive year

The UAE has topped the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor rankings for the fifth year running. Here's what drove the result and what it means for business

Abu Dhabi delegation wraps up Milan visit focused on finance and trade ties
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Abu Dhabi delegation wraps up Milan visit focused on finance and trade ties

Milan meetings focused on capital flows, cross-border expansion and Abu Dhabi growth priorities

UAE orders banks to stop using WhatsApp for financial services
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UAE orders banks to stop using WhatsApp for financial services

Banks face sanctions if they fail to end messaging app use by April 30

Dubai unveils $9 billion Gold Line metro expansion to link city center with suburbs
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Dubai unveils $9 billion Gold Line metro expansion to link city center with suburbs

Gold Line metro expansion will boost connectivity and cut congestion across the emirate