January 2025 — Topical news of the United Arab Emirates

January 30, 2025 no comments 176
The project is part of the Riverside Community, the developer’s sixth master development DAMAC Properties has unveiled Riverside Views, its first major development of 2025. The new project is part of the newly-launched DAMAC Riverside community. The launch event, held at the...

January 30, 2025 no comments 130
The decision follows the US Fed’s latest move to hold rates steady, signalling a cautious approach toward further tightening amid evolving economic conditions The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has announced it will maintain the base rate applicable to the overnight deposit facility...

January 25, 2025 no comments 202
The planned high-speed train, which will travel at 350kmph, will pass through six stations Etihad Rail has announced plans to build the UAE’s first high-speed, all-electric passenger train, which will connect Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Revealed on Thursday, the train is expected to cut...

January 22, 2025 no comments 224
Effective January 27, 2025, the updated policy restricts the movement of freight vehicles, trucks, tankers, and heavy equipment during peak hours on weekdays and Fridays The Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility), part of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, has...

January 22, 2025 no comments 203
The Global 500 report showed that the total value of the world’s 500 most valuable brands has grown by 10 per cent year-on-year Apple has once again claimed the title of the world’s most valuable brand, according to Brand Finance’s latest Global 500 2025 report. The...

January 22, 2025 no comments 151
The United Arab Emirates has conveyed its sincere condolences and expressed solidarity with the Republic of Türkiye over the victims of a fire in a hotel in Bolu Province, which resulted in dozens of deaths and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its...

January 21, 2025 no comments 157
It includes the development of five key intersections featuring 13,500 metres of bridges and 12,900 metres of roads The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai, has approved Dhd1.5bn for the Al Fay Street Development Project. The road development will begin at its...

January 21, 2025 no comments 177
The Sharjah Literature Festival is set to bring an exceptional atmosphere that combines the authenticity of literature with the creativity of the arts to the emirate of Sharjah. Running until Jan.21, the festival showcases daily events that are pulsating with the spirit of culture and...

January 21, 2025 no comments 174
Waleed Al Awadhi brings over 22 years of distinguished expertise in financial services. Waleed Saeed Abdul Salam Al Awadhi has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Securities and Commodities Authority, with the rank of Under-Secretary. Securities and...

January 21, 2025 no comments 191
Dubai has once again secured the top position globally for city cleanliness, according to the latest Global Power City Index (GPCI) report issued by the Institute for Urban Strategies at the Mori Memorial Foundation in Japan. This prestigious recognition, achieved for the fifth year in...

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