Sharjah boost for women entrepreneurs
The Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC) strengthened its role in 2025 as an integrated entrepreneurial ecosystem supporting women-led businesses at every stage of growth.
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UAE and Oman deepen bilateral cooperation
The UAE and Oman have held discussions aimed at strengthening bilateral relations, with a focus on expanding cooperation across sectors and exploring ways to enhance collaboration in areas that support economic growth, regional stability, and long-term development.
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Meraas unveils plan for Dubai Design District
Meraas has unveiled an expanded residential masterplan for Dubai Design District (d3), positioning the area as a creative-led waterfront neighbourhood that integrates living, working and cultural experiences. Located between Downtown Dubai and Dubai Creek, the masterplan covers 18 million sq. feet and blends residential, retail, hospitality and culture. The project is targeting LEED Silver community
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MidEast M&A deal values surge
Mergers and acquisitions activity in the Middle East recorded a sharp rise in 2025, with deal values increasing 260% year on year to reach $53bn in the first nine months of the year.
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UAE updates capital markets with two federal decree laws
The UAE has issued two federal decree laws to modernise capital markets and strengthen financial oversight. The legislation enhances the role of the Capital Market Authority, clarifying its responsibility to regulate licensed financial activities.
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Saudi MCIT launches program to support startups
The Saudi Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) has launched the seventh cohort of the Tech Founders program, including 20 digital startup founders.
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Lean completes UAE Central Bank Programme
Lean Technologies has graduated from the Central Bank of the UAE’s Open Finance live-proving programme, becoming one of the first third-party providers to reach this stage.
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Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival to attract thousands
The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival 2026 has announced the introduction of a new series of masterclasses aimed at strengthening support for founders, creators and early-stage startups.
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Dubai Customs platform earns global recognition
Dubai Customs’ Cross-Border E-Commerce Platform has received international recognition from the World Customs Organisation.
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ADSW Summit 2026 programme unveiled
Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week has announced the programme for the ADSW Summit 2026, positioning the event as a key platform for accelerating global systems transformation.