UAE ranks 16th globally in ‘Government Support Index’ in IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook 2025

The United Arab Emirates has achieved another landmark milestone in its record of global leadership, advancing to 16th place worldwide in the 2025 Government Support Index, one of the key indicators featured in the International Institute for...

UAE Climbs to 16th Spot in Global Government Support Rankings

The United Arab Emirates has reached a significant milestone, securing the 16th position globally in the 2025 Government Support Index, as outlined in the IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook. This index evaluates how effectively governments foster...

UAE advances to 16th in 2025 Government Support Index

Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has achieved another landmark milestone in its global leadership, advancing to 16th place worldwide in the 2025 Government Support Index. It is a key indicator in the International Institute for Management...

UAE and Saudi Arabia ranked among world's top three AI superpowers

The UAE and Saudi Arabia are among the top three artificial intelligence superpowers in the world, a report by a US data centre company has found. The US led the rankings, followed by the UAE and then Saudi Arabia. The Gulf states placed ahead of...

UAE Dirham to Pakistani Rupee Rate Today- August 18, 2025

Karachi/Dubai, August 15, 2025 – The UAE Dirham (AED) has recorded a value of 76.79 Pakistani Rupee (PKR) in today’s currency trading sessions, marking another subtle shift in the ongoing exchange rate dynamics between these two strategically...

UAE shares travel safety checklist for families

7 travel guidelines for your safety and that of your family The Ministry of Foreign Affairs urged UAE citizens traveling abroad to consult the travel advisory page for their specific destination via the Ministry’s website or smart application....

UAE’s charitable institutions: Building hope through compassion, giving

Charitable institutions and societies in the UAE continue to play a pivotal role in advancing humanitarian efforts both locally and globally, embodying the essence of Emirati society and its deeply rooted culture of generosity. Throughout 2025,...

UAE residents stranded amid Air Canada strike stressed by vague responses, high flight prices

A sudden strike by more than 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants has grounded hundreds of flights, leaving some UAE residents stranded in Canada as the disruption stretches into a third day. The walkout, which began on Saturday, has shut down...

UAE team snatches 5 medals in 1st Arab Pentathlon Championship

The UAE national team secured third place, thanks to the outstanding performances of the Mleiha Club athletes: Dhiyab Omar Saeed Al Ketbi, Hamid Saeed Mohammed Khasouni Al Ketbi, and Salem Musabah Tamim Al Ketbi. Their impressive skills continued...

UAE youth join summer camp on culture and technology as part of 2025 year of community

The ECAE Summer Camp 2025 blended Emirati heritage with modern technology, engaging youth aged 12–17 in traditional crafts, digital fabrication, and cultural storytelling. Hosted in Abu Dhabi, the camp fostered intergenerational learning and...

UAE: Agility Global’s net profits fall to $75mln in H1-25

Agility Global witnessed an annual drop of 14.98% in net profits to $75.08 million during the first half (H1) of 2025, compared to $88.32 million. The group reported basic and diluted earnings per share (EPS) amounting to 0.44 cent in H1-25,...

UAE adventurer Rashid Al Shamsi raises flag atop Europe's highest peak Mount Elbrus

UAE: Invest Bank returns to strong profitability in H1

Invest Bank today announced its financial results for the six-month period ended June 30, 2025, demonstrating strong operational performance and continued balance sheet expansion across all key metrics. The Bank's total assets grew by AED1.2...

UAE rescue team intensifies operations to combat wildfires in Albania

The UAE rescue team continues its extensive operations to combat wildfires raging across several regions of Albania, working in coordination with local authorities to contain the spread. The mission, carried out under the directives of His...

UAE Africa Tourism Investment Summit to kick off this October

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality August 2025 291 The UAE Africa Tourism Investment Summit, scheduled for October 27, 2025, in Dubai, aims to strengthen economic and tourism partnerships between the UAE and African countries, focusing on mutual...

JD.com opens new warehouse in the UAE.

August 18, 2025, Dubai, United Arab Emirates – JD.com, also known as JINGDONG, a technology and service enterprise with supply chain at its core, is pleased to announce the opening of its new warehouse in Dubai. The official opening took place on...

UAE Work Permits: A Guide for Jobseekers and Employers

TDT | Dubai Email: mail@newsofbahrain.com Whether you’re a fresh graduate, a seasoned professional, or a student seeking your first job, having the correct work permit is essential to work legally in the UAE. In the private sector, work permits...

South Sudan VP Bol Mel secures deals from UAE’s trip

South Sudan’s Vice President for Economic Cluster, Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, jetted to Juba on Sunday after a three-day working visit to the United Arab Emirates JUBA — South Sudan’s Vice President for Economic Cluster, Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, jetted to...

Kotak Mahindra International Secures UAE Investment License

Kotak Mahindra International Limited, a subsidiary of Kotak Mahindra Bank, has made a significant stride in expanding its footprint in the UAE’s financial sector. The firm has officially received a licence from the Securities and Commodities...

Wio Bank launches direct integration with Xero to simplify accounting for UAE businesses

Wio Bank PJSC, the UAE’s leading digital bank, has launched a direct integration with Xero, the global small business platform, enabling Wio Business customers to simplify their accounting processes with seamless bank feeds, automated...