As part of its work to promote architectural excellence and grow its global membership, the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has been taking steps to strengthen its presence and strategic partnerships in the Gulf. This work coincides with the 15th anniversary of the RIBA Gulf...
The Hatta Winter Festival, organised by Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, continues to draw creative spirits with its unique community-focused activities. One of the festival’s highlights, the Photo Walk, organised on 4th January 2025, brought together...
The Correctional and Rehabilitation Policies Committee of the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department recently held its periodic meeting to review the outcomes of seven technical development projects implemented in 2024. These projects were designed to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of...
His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, presided over the meeting of the Ministerial Development Council held at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi. The meeting reviewed several policies and updates on the...
Dubai is set to host the 30th edition of Dubai International Pharmaceuticals & Technologies Conference and Exhibition - DUPHAT, which will take place at the Dubai World Trade Centre starting Tuesday, 7th January, and continue for three days. DUPHAT is the largest event in the Middle East...
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced an unprecedented milestone that enhances the UAE's global standing in the aviation sector. Sheikh Zayed Air Navigation Centre successfully surpassed one million air traffic movements in 2024. According to a press statement released by...
In alignment with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Municipality has awarded contracts for the second phase of Al Mamzar Beach Development Project. This phase focuses on developing the...
Dubai has been ranked eighth worldwide and first in the Middle East in the Global Power City Index 2024 (GPCI) for the second year in a row. In an annual study released by Japan’s Mori Memorial Foundation, the index highlights Dubai’s role as a leader in innovation, economic dynamism, and...
National Company for Learning and Education (NCLE) purchased on Jan. 5 land in Ishbiliyah district, Riyadh, for SAR 14.7 million (including real estate transaction tax) to construct and operate an educational complex. In a statement to Tadawul, the company said the 9,025 square meters land was ...
Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA) recorded more than 49.1 million passengers during 2024, a growth rate of 14% year-on-year (YoY). The airport explained on X account that the total number of flights exceeded 278,000 in 2024, demonstrating an 11% YoY rise. The highest...
Minister of Finance Mohammed Al-Jadaan endorsed the annual borrowing plan for the fiscal year 2025, after it was approved by the National Debt Management Center’s (NDMC) board. The plan outlines key developments in public debt for 2024, local debt market initiatives, and the financing...