The UAE’s Al Ain region will serve as a global hub for design and regulatory activities in the advanced air mobility solutions sector. Supporting infrastructure, technical expertise, and international partnerships will be developed to ensure safe and sustainable operations.
Al Ansari Financial Services (AAFS), a leading financial institution in the GCC, has reached a milestone of 1,000 UAE national employees across its businesses, reflecting one of the largest Emiratisation workforces in the UAE’s private sector.
The UAE Cabinet has issued a resolution setting the minimum age for social media use at 15 years. Children below this age are prohibited from creating, using, or operating personal accounts on social media platforms.
The UAE has maintained its position as the world's fifth most competitive economy while ranking first globally in Economic Performance in the 2026 IMD World Competitiveness Ranking, reinforcing its status as one of the world's most resilient and future-ready economies.
The Emirates Nuclear Energy Company (ENEC) has celebrated the graduation of the first cohort of its Diploma in Nuclear Technology programme, marking a significant step in strengthening the UAE’s national nuclear energy workforce.
The UAE Ministry of Finance has launched its Strategic Plan 2027–2029, a new government framework designed to enhance the efficiency of public financial management and advance its policies and tools in line with the UAE’s ambitions for the next phase of development.
Etihad Airways has celebrated the inaugural flight of its Airbus A380 to Japan, which touched down at Tokyo’s Narita International Airport on June 18.
Citi has appointed Rajeev Garg as the new Head of Wealth for Citibank N.A., UAE, effective June 18, 2026.
Leading UAE developer Arada has begun the pre-launch phase at 100 Avenue Road, a new residential development in North West London. Set for completion in Q4 2028, the 172-storey apartment building features a mix of studios to three bed-room apartments along with premium amenities.
The UAE has announced the launch of its first sovereign retail sukuk programme, offering individual investors access to government-backed Islamic investment instruments through a public subscription process. The sukuk will be offered through an IPO-style subscription framework.
