Innovation, alternative energy and smart government services are just three of the topics on the agenda of this year’s second UAE Economic Planning Forum. The importance of science and technology as key priorities for government plans and policies, will also highlighted. The event will also focus on the effectiveness of enabling laws and regulations in attracting local and foreign investments. The forum will run from 7-8 October at the Al Hamra Convention Centre in Ras Al Khaimah.
UAE President and Syria's Al-Sharaa discuss expanding cooperation
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his Syrian counterpart Ahmad Al-Sharaa have discussed expanding economic and development cooperation in a phone call on Thursday.
UAE condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi airports
The UAE has strongly condemned Houthi attacks on airports in Abha and Riyadh that killed three people and injured dozens of civilians.
New visual identity for Dubai’s addressing system
Dubai is rolling out a new visual identity and enhanced addressing system, introducing colour-coded area identities, updated street signs and house number plates.
Dubai lists 44 areas permitted to offer shared housing
More than 44 areas across Dubai have been approved for shared housing under new regulations aimed at reducing overcrowding and enhancing public health and safety standards.
