The UAE should tax sugar and fizzy drinks and reduce salt in pre-prepared food. That’s the message from the Economist Intelligence Unit, who say something needs to be done to combat the Emirates’ diabetes epidemic. Clear food labelling is another suggestion. Government health-care spending on diabetes is expected to rise fourfold between 2010 and 2030. The report reveals many EU countries have already implemented this kind of taxation policy with some success.
UAE President shares New Year message of unity and progress
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has shared a New Year message, extending his best wishes to people in the UAE and around the world.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed sends New Year message of optimism and prosperity
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has shared a New Year message expressing optimism for the year ahead.
UAE President, VPs send New Year greetings to world leaders
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent New Year greetings for 2026 to Their Highnesses and Majesties, Presidents, Kings and Princes of countries around the world, wishing them continued health and prosperity for their nations.
UAE aid ship for Gaza reaches Egypt
A UAE humanitarian ship carrying more than 7,300 tonnes of aid for Gaza has arrived at Al Arish Port in Egypt, as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, officials said on Wednesday.
UAE raises private-sector minimum wage for Emiratis to AED6,000
The UAE has announced an increase in the minimum wage for Emiratis working in the private sector, raising it to AED6,000 per month from January 1.
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