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Binghatti raises $500 million in oversubscribed sukuk issuance
UAE

Binghatti raises $500 million in oversubscribed sukuk issuance

Half of the sukuk orders came from international investors following strong H1 financial results.

Giorgio Armani to launch first branded villas in Ras Al Khaimah
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Giorgio Armani to launch first branded villas in Ras Al Khaimah

The development will consist of a limited number of beachfront villas and luxury apartments, all offering direct private beach access and views of the Arabian Gulf

UAE central bank holds base rate steady at 4.40%
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UAE central bank holds base rate steady at 4.40%

UAE’s non-oil trade surged 24% in H1 2025, hitting AED 1.7 trillion—outpacing global trade growth of just 1.75%

UAE begins pipeline project to ease Gaza water shortage
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UAE begins pipeline project to ease Gaza water shortage

Clean drinking water is scarce in Gaza, leaving 2.4 million residents dependent on salty water or sporadic aid

UAE’s non-oil trade surges 24% in first half of 2025, outpacing global growth
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UAE’s non-oil trade surges 24% in first half of 2025, outpacing global growth

UAE prime minister says the figures reflect the strength of the country's global economic ties

UAE Central Bank suspends foreign insurer’s motor insurance operations over solvency breach
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UAE Central Bank suspends foreign insurer’s motor insurance operations over solvency breach

The UAE Central Bank has suspended a foreign insurer’s motor insurance operations for failing to meet solvency and guarantee requirements.

FTA urges companies to register for corporate tax before July 31 or face AED 10,000 fine
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FTA urges companies to register for corporate tax before July 31 or face AED 10,000 fine

If the return is filed within seven months of the first tax period’s end, the penalty is waived automatically; no extra application needed

Dubai airport logs record travelers in first half
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Dubai airport logs record travelers in first half

In the first six months of 2025, the average monthly traffic stood at around 7.7 million passengers or 254,000 daily travelers

Dubai launches first directory of certified family business advisors
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Dubai launches first directory of certified family business advisors

The directory offers family-owned firms access to vetted experts across governance, operations, and succession planning.

DIFC sees record growth in H1 2025 as global finance firms flock to Dubai
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DIFC sees record growth in H1 2025 as global finance firms flock to Dubai

DIFC hit a record high, adding 1,081 new companies in H1 2025, driven by strong growth in finance, fintech, and hedge funds.

GCC countries record $587.8 billion in nominal GDP by end of Q4 2024
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GCC countries record $587.8 billion in nominal GDP by end of Q4 2024

The contribution of non-oil activities to the GCC's nominal GDP reached 77.9% by the end of the fourth quarter of 2024.

Pakistan, UAE activate visa exemption for officials
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Pakistan, UAE activate visa exemption for officials

Applies only to diplomatic and official passport holders

UAE explores deeper aviation ties with China during high-level visit
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UAE explores deeper aviation ties with China during high-level visit

In Shanghai, the UAE delegation met top Chinese aerospace firms to discuss manufacturing, licensing, and innovation

India to face Pakistan in Asia Cup in UAE
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India to face Pakistan in Asia Cup in UAE

Tournament to run from Sept 9–28; India and Pakistan to face off on neutral ground due to strained ties

UAE regulator imposes record $1.36 million fine over money laundering breaches
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UAE regulator imposes record $1.36 million fine over money laundering breaches

The case has been referred to Public Prosecution, underscoring the SCA’s growing efforts to crack down on financial misconduct and uphold the UAE's status as a trusted financial hub.

New platform offers fractional ownership of Dubai homes from AED 500
UAE

New platform offers fractional ownership of Dubai homes from AED 500

Deed allows global investors to buy shares in Dubai residential properties starting from AED 500—lowering the barrier to entry for real estate ownership.

How Rightmedia Built a Million-Dollar Digital Marketing Portfolio
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How Rightmedia Built a Million-Dollar Digital Marketing Portfolio

In an ever-changing field, Rightmedia continues to stay ahead with bold strategies, full-spectrum services, and results that speak for themselves.

UAE expands water well rehabilitation in Gaza amid ongoing humanitarian effort
UAE

UAE expands water well rehabilitation in Gaza amid ongoing humanitarian effort

The project focuses on repairing and reactivating vital municipal water wells across the enclave

Abu Dhabi unveils climate adaptation blueprint for environmental resilience
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Abu Dhabi unveils climate adaptation blueprint for environmental resilience

The plan targets three vulnerable systems -- groundwater, soil, and biodiversity -- critical to health, food and water security, and ecosystem stability