UAE takes part in the 49th session of the IFAD Governing Council in Rome - takes part

UAE takes part in the 49th session of the IFAD Governing Council in Rome

Discussing ways to strengthen innovation and sustainable growth, empower youth and women in the agricultural sector. Establishing a Consultation Body for the Fourteenth Replenishment of the Fund’s Resources. Rome, Italy, 13 February 2026 The UAE has participated in the 49th session of the IFAD Governing Council, held from 10 to 12 February 2026 at the headquarters of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)in Rome, Italy. Represented by the Ministry of Finance, the UAE’s delegation included Her Excellency Mariam Mohamed Al Amiri, Assistant Undersecretary for the Government Financial Management Sector at the M

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Emaar achieves another record year with highest ever Sales, Revenue and Profit in 2025 - emaar achieves

Emaar achieves another record year with highest ever Sales, Revenue and Profit in 2025

Property sales up by 16% to AED 80.4 billion (US$ 21.9 billion); Net Profit before tax increased by 36% to AED 25.7 billion (US$ 7 billion) Revenue increased by 40% to AED 49.6 billion (US$ 13.5 billion) EBITDA increased by 33% to AED 25.6 billion (US$ 7 billion) Revenue Backlog increased by 39% to AED 155 billion (US$ 42.1 billion) Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 12 February 2026: Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM: EMAAR) reported a solid financial and operational performance for the full year 2025, supported by sustained demand across its core businesses. Emaar’s diversified portfolio and strategic focus on quality, customer experienc

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RTA Opens Bridge at Al Qudra Road Intersection and the Road Linking Arabian Ranches and Dubai Studio City - opens bridge

RTA Opens Bridge at Al Qudra Road Intersection and the Road Linking Arabian Ranches and Dubai Studio City

600-metre structure provides four lanes in each direction Northern bridge to open on 15th February at the intersection of Al Qudra Road and Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street Al Tayer: Newly completed bridge increases traffic capacity by 191% and reduces journey time by 55% Al Qudra Road development cuts travel time from 9.4 minutes to 2.8 minutes Corridor serves residential and development districts, accommodating approximately 400,000 residents and visitors Dubai. Roads and Transport Authority. 8th February 2026: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) opened today (Sunday) a 600-metre bridge comprising f

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Manhattan's Legacy Finds a New Address in Dubai as Art House Hills Launches in Arjan - manhattan's legacy

Manhattan’s Legacy Finds a New Address in Dubai as Art House Hills Launches in Arjan

Dubai, 5 February 2026: Following the strong market visibility generated during its soft launch, Arthouse Hills Arjan has now entered its official vision to market phase with the release of pricing, unit mix and payment plan details to buyers and investors following strong market interest. The AED 550 million development brings the creative and design heritage of Arthouse Hotel New York into one of Dubai’s fastest-growing residential districts through a wellness-focused, amenity-rich residential concept. The project marks the third Arthouse-branded residence in Dubai and is being developed by ADAAN DEVELOPMENTS in partnership with Cledor,

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On the sidelines of the Dubai Emiratisation Forum EHRDC launches flagship edition of ‘Dubai Ambition' initiative to enh...

On the sidelines of the Dubai Emiratisation Forum EHRDC launches flagship edition of ‘Dubai Ambition’ initiative to enhance national talent readiness and expand private-sector emp

Dubai, 06 Feb 2026: The Emirati Human Resources Development Council (EHRDC) launched a first-of-its-kind ‘Dubai Ambition’ Initiative, on the sidelines of the Dubai Emiratisation Forum, organised under the theme ‘Solid Partnerships for Sustainable Development’. The initiative is designed to nurture national talents and enhance their skills and capabilities. The launch was held along with representatives from government entities, private-sector companies and educational institutions, as well as a distinguished group of leaders and experts. The initiative marks a landmark milestone in ongoing efforts to advance human capital empowerment an

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Statement by H.E. Dr. Ahmad Saeed bin Meshar Al Muhairi, SLC Secretary General, on the Accession Day of H.H. Sheikh Hamd...

Statement by H.E. Dr. Ahmad Saeed bin Meshar Al Muhairi, SLC Secretary General, on the Accession Day of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum as Crown Prince

31 January 2026: “The Accession Day of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum as Crown Prince of Dubai, and of H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum as Deputy Ruler of Dubai, stands as a testament to the far-sighted vision and wise leadership of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, Ruler of Dubai. Since their accession, Dubai has witnessed remarkable achievements across various sectors, further solidifying the Emirate’s position as a global hub for economic growth and innovation. Since assuming office as Crown Prince, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed b

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AED 646 million in tax refunds issued to 7,200 UAE citizens for construction of new homes in 2025

Khalid Al Bustani: Continuously enhancing services related to Emirati families remains among the Authority’s top priorities Abu Dhabi, 26 January 2026: The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) announced that the number of approved applications submitted by Emirati citizens to recover the Value Added Tax (VAT) paid on the construction of their newly built homes exceeded 7.2 thousand applications during the past year, with a total value of AED 646 million. His Excellency Khalid Ali Al Bustani, Director General of the FTA, stated: “We are keen to ensure that continued attention to – and ongoing enhancement of – Emirati family-related servic

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