DUBAI / WAM flydubai has announced the launch of flights to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) in Bangkok from 1st July 2026, marking the airline’s second destination in Thailand alongside Krabi. The carrier will operate a daily service from Terminal 3 at Dubai International (DXB), further strengthening connectivity between Dubai and Southeast Asia. The new route will be operated as …
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FUJAIRAH / WAM Fujairah’s hospitality sector achieved record occupancy levels at the start of 2026, with rates reaching between 95% and 100%. The emirate saw a substantial influx of visitors attracted by its distinct mountainous terrain and leisure attractions. According to the Fujairah Department of Tourism and Antiquities, these figures highlight the sustainable expansion of the local industry. Officials stated …
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WORLD CAPITALS / WAM Gold prices fell on Monday as the dollar firmed, with spot gold declining 0.7 percent to US$4,793.98 per ounce as of 03:51 GMT, after hitting its lowest level since 13th April earlier in the session. US gold futures for June delivery dropped 1.4 percent to US$4,813.60. Among other metals, spot silver fell 0.9 percent to US$80.04 …
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DUBAI / GULF TIME Tiger Properties has announced the official handover date of Sesilia Tower, located in Jumeirah Village Triangle (JVT), Dubai, scheduled for April 20, 2026, as part of its ambitious plan to deliver a series of residential projects throughout the year. The company confirmed that this milestone aligns with its strategy to deliver projects on a consistent basis, …
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SHARJAH/WAM As part of its commitment to enhancing electricity networks and providing the best services to the emirate’s residents, Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority (SEWA) has completed a project to develop its control systems. This project involved connecting more than 10 substations to the Control and Monitoring Centre via communication networks and terminal control units. The project included the successful …
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DUBAI/WAM Leaders of Dubai-based unicorn companies have reaffirmed the emirate’s status as a global hub for digital innovation and technology-led growth. The senior executives highlighted Dubai’s forward-looking regulatory environment, advanced infrastructure, and ability to attract international talent as key factors strengthening its appeal as a destination for high-growth digital businesses. They noted that Dubai has evolved into a strategic launchpad …
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WASHINGTON/WAM The UAE reinforced its growing influence on the global financial stage during the Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund, held in Washington from 13th to 18th April 2026. The UAE delegation, led by Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, delivered substantive outcomes across multilateral sessions and high-level bilateral …
Read More »KUALA LUMPUR/WAM The 19th edition of the Defence Services Asia Exhibition and Conference (DSA 2026) will commence tomorrow at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre in Kuala Lumpur, with the UAE National Pavilion set to welcome international delegations, decision-makers and defence leaders over the four-day event. The UAE National Pavilion is participating with the support of the UAE Ministry …
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SHARJAH / WAM On International Day for Monuments and Sites, observed on 18th April, Al Faya World Heritage Site in the Emirate of Sharjah stands out as one of the most important archaeological sites in the world. The site, inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2025, preserves evidence documenting human presence in the region for over 200,000 years, making …
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ABU DHABI / WAM Participants in the Seventh Strategic Dialogue, organised by TRENDS Research & Advisory through its South Africa office, titled The War in the Middle East: How Sub-Saharan Africa Sees the Crisis, recommended strengthening regional cooperation within Africa as a central tool to enhance collective capacity to absorb external shocks and coordinate positions in international forums related to …
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