UAE expands national housing support
The UAE expanded its national housing programme in 2025, reinforcing efforts to support family stability, raise living standards and ensure access to suitable housing nationwide.
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Dubai Business Forum heads to China
Dubai Chambers has announced that the fifth international edition of the Dubai Business Forum will be held in Shenzhen, China, on 14 May 2026.
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Majra advances CSR impact in UAE
The UAE National CSR & Sustainability Authority (Majra) closed Q4 2025 with a series of initiatives reinforcing its role in shaping the corporate social responsibility ecosystem and the sustainable impact economy in the UAE.
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42 Abu Dhabi and ADGM Academy to boost digital skills
42 Abu Dhabi has signed an MoU with ADGM Academy to advance digital skills development and strengthen Abu Dhabi’s technology talent pipeline.
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Sohar International to support Omani entrepreneurs
Sohar International has signed a series of MoUs to establish a unified national cooperation framework aimed at strengthening support for entrepreneurship in Oman.
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Indian tech targets SME automation in MidEast
Tally Solutions has launched TallyPrime 7.0, positioning the latest release as a significant upgrade for SMEs across the Middle East seeking to accelerate digital transformation.
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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.