Big Smiles, Bright Nights: Final Week of Family Fun at DSF as Schools Return - smiles bright

Big Smiles, Bright Nights: Final Week of Family Fun at DSF as Schools Return

Dubai, UAE – 7 January 2026: This winter, the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) had cemented its reputation as a truly family-friendly festival, rolling out a citywide programme of experiences designed to entertain, engage and inspire all ages. From toddlers and teens to parents and grandparents, DSF’s 31st edition has offered families dozens of ways to spend time together — blending live shows, interactive entertainment, outdoor adventure, and large-scale spectacles across Dubai. As DSF enters its final week, families are encouraged to make the most of the festival’s citywide programme of family-friendly experiences. With schools now

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Dubai Customs explores prospects for future logistics operations with DHL - dubai customs

Dubai Customs explores prospects for future logistics operations with DHL

Dubai – 06 January 2026: As part of Dubai Customs’ ongoing efforts to strengthen strategic partnerships with private sector institutions and international companies specializing in logistics services, His Excellency Dr. Abdullah Busnad, Director General of Dubai Customs, paid an official visit to DHL facilities, one of the world’s largest shipping and logistics companies. His Excellency was accompanied by a high-level delegation of officials from the Department. His Excellency and his accompanying delegation were received by Mahmoud Haj Hussein, General Manager of DHL Express in the UAE, and several managers and officials from the company.

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Under the slogan ‘Step by Step' Dubai Land Department strengthens rental market awareness through new ‘Ejari' campaign...

Under the slogan ‘Step by Step’ Dubai Land Department strengthens rental market awareness through new ‘Ejari’ campaign

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 6 January 2026: Dubai Land Department (DLD) has launched an awareness campaign on the ‘Ejari’ system as part of its ongoing initiatives to reach all customer segments. This aligns with the DLD’s continued commitment to raising awareness of lease registration procedures, regulating the landlord-tenant relationship, and enhancing the customer experience in Dubai’s rental market, while ensuring the protection of all parties’ rights and reinforcing the principles of transparency and trust. The campaign is launched under the slogan ‘Step by Step’ and focuses on delivering clear, simplified awareness content that add

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Intersec 2026 announces new show features shaping the future of security, safety and fire protection - intersec announces

Intersec 2026 announces new show features shaping the future of security, safety and fire protection

The launch of the new features will underscore the growing industry-wide shift towards greater professionalism, competence and accountability across fire protection and life safety Intersec 2026 takes place from 12-14 January at the Dubai World Trade Centre Dubai, UAE: Organisers of Intersec 2026 have announced the launch of three significant new features which will be showcased when the event returns to the Dubai World Trade Centre from 12-14 January 2026. Reinforcing its position as the world’s leading platform for advancing security, safety and fire protection, the 27th edition of Intersec, which is held under the patron

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71 Events at DWTC in H1 2026 Drive Growth Across Business, Trade and Global Investment - events dwtc

71 Events at DWTC in H1 2026 Drive Growth Across Business, Trade and Global Investment

Co-located mega events across DWTC and Dubai Exhibition Centre activate the city and amplify economic impact Global industry leaders, investors and innovators converge in Dubai through a dynamic events calendar A diverse H1 line-up of flagship events led by Gulfood, World Health Expo (WHX), and Arabian Travel Market, among others 5 January 2026, Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) has announced its H1 2026 events calendar, bringing together a powerful line-up of 71 international exhibitions and conferences that reflect the scale and global relevance of Dubai’s business events ecosystem. The calendar pos

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A Statement by His Excellency Dr. Mansoor Al Awar Chancellor of Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University on the 20th Anniversary of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

January 03, 2025: “The anniversary of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s accession as Ruler of Dubai represents a national moment in which we reflect on the journey of a visionary leader who created a global model, and a forward-looking vision that positioned Dubai as a hub for innovation and future-making. Since January 4, His Highness has established a leadership model that transformed Dubai into an open space for innovation, placed people at the heart of every investment, and made knowledge the driving force of development. Through this vision, Dubai has not only kept pace with the world but has become a partner i

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RTA Launches Al Ruwayyah Yard Project to Streamline Parking for Caravans, Boats, Trailers, and Food Vending Vehicles - lau...

RTA Launches Al Ruwayyah Yard Project to Streamline Parking for Caravans, Boats, Trailers, and Food Vending Vehicles

Step aims to enhance the urban landscape and support sustainability The project aims to safeguard the road right-of-way, enhance traffic safety, and improve the city’s overall visual appeal RTA is studying the expansion of the service to additional locations to achieve wider coverage and enhance accessibility The project was implemented in collaboration with a private company is aligned with Dubai Government’s drive to strengthen public-private partnerships Dubai. Roads and Transport Authority. 5th January 2026: As part of its efforts to enhance urban organisation, support sustainability plans, and improve quality of life, D

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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 Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

January 03, 2026: Today, we commemorate a proud and momentous chapter in our nation’s history and in the collective memory of its people, as we mark the twentieth anniversary of the accession of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, as the Ruler of Dubai. On this occasion, we reflect upon the remarkable transformations and exceptional achievements that Dubai has realised across diverse fields, and the distinguished global standing it has attained under His Highness Sheikh Mohammed’s wise and visionary leadership. This anniversary encapsulates a rich journey of dedication and ac

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Dubai's tourism strategy enters its digital phase: how global leisure habits are reinventing the visitor economy - dubai's...

Dubai’s tourism strategy enters its digital phase: how global leisure habits are reinventing the visitor economy

Dubai has always treated tourism as a living system rather than a fixed product. You could feel that philosophy clearly this year, with the city focusing more directly on how you move, decide, explore and share while you are there. Global leisure habits have shifted toward personalization, speed and digital immersion, while Dubai’s tourism strategy has followed suit. In the first half of 2025 alone, Dubai welcomed approximately 9.88 million international visitors (a 6% increase year-on-year), underscoring the destination’s continued momentum and its alignment with the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33). With international arrivals surpassing

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World Customs Organization praises "e-commerce platform" and publishes its development in three languages - worl...

World Customs Organization praises "e-commerce platform" and publishes its development in three languages

Juma Al Ghaith: Dubai Customs is now a global leader in customs innovation Atiq Al Muhairi: The platform is a leading model in using technology to facilitate trade and stimulate investment United Arab Emirates – Dubai 30 December 2025: In a new achievement reflecting Dubai’s strong global standing and leadership in customs innovation, the “Cross-Border E-Commerce Platform”—an innovative project by Dubai Customs—has received widespread praise from the World Customs Organization (WCO). The WCO published a special report on the platform in three languages (French, English, and Spanish), emphasizing that Dubai Customs’

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