The UAE has ordered two surveillance aircraft from defence and security firm Saab at the ongoing Dubai Airshow. The order for the Saab Global 6000 jets, worth $1.27 billion (AED4.66 billion), is aimed at enhancing the country’s air surveillance capabilities. The delivery date hasn’t been finalised but could be within two years. Officials also announced plans to upgrade two of the emirates’ Saab 340s.
UAE stands firm with Qatar, urges unified voice and global action
At the Emergency Arab-Islamic Summit, the UAE reaffirmed its full support for Qatar in the wake of the recent Israeli strike on Doha, calling the attack a blatant violation of international law and regional sovereignty.
Sharjah Ruler documents history in new encyclopedia
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah has announced 'Majma' Al-Tawarikh' (The Arabic Encyclopedia), a new historical project that will serve the Arab world by chronicling events from 550 BCE onwards.
Dubai sets global standards in urban planning with new think tank
Dubai has launched a major initiative aimed at reshaping the future of city planning.
H.H. Sheikh Mansour arrives in Doha for Arab-Islamic Summit
His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, is leading the UAE delegation at high-level meetings in Doha.
Dubai Humanitarian dispatches more earthquake relief to Afghanistan
In response to the recent earthquake in Afghanistan, Dubai Humanitarian has dispatched a second relief airlift to the country in less than a week.
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
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Dubai’s current population is more than double compared to almost twenty years ago, which now stands at 3.7 million. Lots of families are also moving to the UAE now. So what does it mean for the property market?
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