February 2025 — Topical news of the United Arab Emirates

February 10, 2025 no comments 529
The General Directorate of Airport Security at Dubai Police successfully facilitated the return of an Egyptian traveller's bag, which contained all his personal effects, travel documents, and a sum of $7,000. The passenger reportedly took a bag that was similar to his own by mistake....

February 10, 2025 no comments 704
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed traffic enhancements at more than 50 locations across the emirate in 2024. These improvements are part of RTA’s strategic plan for rapid traffic solutions, designed to enhance road network efficiency, ensure smoother traffic...

February 9, 2025 no comments 520
Sharjah: In recognition of His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah’s cultural project, and Sharjah’s global status as a capital of knowledge, the Kingdom of Morocco has named the emirate as the official Guest of Honour at the 30th Rabat...

February 8, 2025 no comments 554
The UAE Federal Supreme Court has acceded to the request of the competent authorities of the French Republic for the extradition of the accused, Mehdi Charafa, a French national, on charges of drug trafficking and money laundering. The decision was made subsequent to the accused having...

February 8, 2025 no comments 431
Food safety is a key pillar of the UAE’s National Food Security Strategy and plays a crucial role in protecting public health The UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) have launched the Food Control...

February 8, 2025 no comments 487
The initiative to create car-free, pedestrian-friendly areas aligns with Dubai’s 2040 Urban Master Plan, which aims to create a greener, more sustainable urban environment Dubai is stepping up its commitment to sustainability with the introduction of the new Super Block initiative,...

February 7, 2025 no comments 820
The main driver of this growth was Zayed International Airport (AUH), which saw the introduction of 29 new routes, expanding its network to over 125 destinations Abu Dhabi Airports, the operator of the emirate’s five commercial airports, has reported a significant 28.1 per cent...

February 7, 2025 no comments 484
The two countries have agreed to a framework accord for a 1 gigawatt data centre dedicated to artificial intelligence France and the UAE agreed on Thursday to a framework accord for a 1 gigawatt data centre dedicated to artificial intelligence that represents investments of between...

February 7, 2025 no comments 577
The initial phase includes two mid-rise towers, City Walk Crestlane 2 and 3, comprising 394 modern residences set against a backdrop of water features, pools, and lagoons Meraas, a member of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has announced the launch of City Walk Crestlane, a premium...

February 6, 2025 no comments 586
While global trade grew by only 2 per cent in 2024, the UAE’s foreign trade expanded at a remarkable 14.6 per cent, outpacing the global average by seven times The UAE’s foreign trade reached an unprecedented milestone in 2024, surpassing Dhs3tn for the first time, Sheikh Mohammed bin...

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