Dubai attracted 754 creative-industry FDI projects worth $3.756bn in 2025, creating 19,304 jobs and strengthening its position as a global investment hub.
UAE aluminum exports to the US hit a two-year high in March as buyers rushed to stock up before Trump’s 25% tariff took effect, reshaping global trade flows.
Dubai Police warns of severe penalties for red light violations, including AED 50,000 fines, black points, and vehicle impoundment to enhance road safety.
Dubai Customs strengthens anti-counterfeit efforts with 54 seizures, training programs, and smart technology to safeguard intellectual property and trade.
Ducab Metals Business enhances UAE’s manufacturing sector with expanded production, global trade partnerships, and increased exports, driving industrial growth and economic diversification.
Dubai World Trade Centre and Informa Group join forces to create Informa International, a global exhibitions powerhouse set to drive MICE sector growth across the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa.
Talabat finalizes the $32M acquisition of InstaShop, integrating the leading MENA grocery platform while maintaining its independent brand within Talabat’s retail vertical.
Abu Dhabi’s financial hub ADGM saw a 32% surge in company registrations in 2024, driven by growing private equity ties and a threefold increase in assets under management.
Dubai ranks 28th among cities with the most billionaires, hosting 21, while the UAE ranks 22nd among countries with 24 billionaires, according to the 2024 Hurun Global Rich List.
The UAE secured five military contracts at Idex 2025, including major deals with local firms, as it strengthens its defense sector and economic diversification.