Author: Web Desk
The emirate of Dubai has now opened the biggest visa application centre in the world which can process up to 10,000 application requests each day, strengthening its position in the worlds of business and international travel. At Wafi City, VFS Global has a huge flagship Visa Application Centre staffed by more than 400 trained personnel from different countries who help over 200 nationalities with their visa applications. With this initiative, the Al Dafrah Emirati will help Dubai reach its D33 goals to double its economy during the next ten years. The new centre reflects Dubai’s modern and futuristic achievements in…
UAE shares drone cybersecurity guidelines for the industry. The council formulates guidelines for using drones in the country. A drone designed for cybersecurity in the UAE. The UAE Cybersecurity Council is developing guidelines related to drone use in the country. The UAE Cybersecurity Council (CSC) stated that it has collaborated with Reach Digital and Shieldworkz to put together the country’s official Drone Cybersecurity Guidelines. The announcement shows how the UAE’s vision for the future is bringing about tangible changes to make the nation more prepared for cyber security, digital transformation, and to become a top destination for innovation and…
WeRide has carried out the first robotaxi trial in the Middle East in Abu Dhabi, with the cars running on streets on their own without anyone else in the car. By taking this move, the UAE is making big progress toward smarter mobility. This coming quarter, WeRide will expand its service to include Al Maryah Island and Al Reem Island, in addition to its current areas on Yas Island, Saadiyat Island and the routes to Zayed International Airport, started in 2021. Jennifer Li, CFO and Head of International at WeRide, said, “We are proud to be the first company to…
The UAE has taken the next important step in remaking its transportation by confirming that Etihad Rail’s passenger trains will start operating in 2026. The new high-speed railway will make it possible for anyone to travel between major cities in the UAE in minutes. Thanks to a recent announcement from Etihad Rail, the new passenger train will cut the travel time between Abu Dhabi and Dubai from one hour and 30 minutes to a much faster 30 minutes. When finished, it is predicted that the railway will add AED145 billion (USD 39.5 billion) in value to the UAE’s economy during…
In a strategic decision to enhance the governance and future growth of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council has announced appointment of key people for major Dubai government entities. The appointments were after obtaining the nod of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Some of the key changes include; appointment of Dr. Alawi Alsheikh Ali as the Director General of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA). In turn, Sheikh Hamdan congratulated on his appointment as…
Dubai’s Department of Finance (DOF) has made a pioneering step to develop its digital finance terrain as it signs a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)with global cryptocurrency platform Crypto.com to allow customers to pay government service fees using the cryptocurrencies. This critical step underscores the Dubai Cashless Strategy and makes Dubai a world pioneer in financial innovation. Made at the sidelines of Dubai FinTech Summit 2025, the deal was formalized in front of top government representatives such as Abdulla Mohammed Al Basti Secretary General of The Executive Council of Dubai and Abdulrahman Saleh Al Saleh Director General of DOF. The signing…
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai’s Crown Prince and the Chairman of The Executive Council awarded the esteemed Hamdan Flag to the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs for his excellent service under the Services 360 policy. The honor marks the Directorate’s continuous effort to make its services easy to use, well integrated and ready for upcoming challenges. The Dubai’s government entities were honored with an awardee during the annual awards ceremony which took place as part of the Hamdan bin Mohammed Programme for Government Services. 997 government serving were revamped under the services…
The Dubai Electronic Security Centre (DESC) brought a fruitful showcase to an end at GISEC Global 2025 during the period from May 6 to 8, by launching a number of high-tech cybersecurity initiatives to strengthen Dubai’s digital resilience and prepare for technology-related challenges of the future. As a government cybersecurity partner for the last eight consecutive years, DESC utilized its platform at GISEC to emphasize the company’s commitment to secure digital transformation. The Centre’s focus on three major pillars remains on the strategy: strengthening digital infrastructure, training national cyber还tielizi，并推动国际合作。 Yousuf Hamad Al Shaibani, CEO of DESC, highlighted increasing leadership by…
The world’s largest and most technologically advanced airport, through phase one of Al Maktoum International Airport I (AMIA) can be completed by 2032, setting the ground state of affairs in the region’s aviation sector. AMIA will eventually replace DXB, the world’s busiest aviation hub, once in operation. The company said the announcement on its expansion plans was made during Airport Show 2025 by Khalifa Al Zaffin, the Executive Chairman of Dubai Aviation City Corporation. He also confirmed that construction is proceeding as planned with contractors already mobilised and a AED 1 billion contract awarded for construction of a second runway…
The Walt Disney Company and Miral the leading destination developer of Abu Dhabi joined forces to establish a Disney theme park resort landmark on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi making it Disney’s seventh global resort and its first Middle East presence. Disney launched its seventh worldwide theme park resort together with its inaugural Middle Eastern resort at Yas Island. Located on Yas Island—the destination that draws millions worldwide—the Disney Abu Dhabi resort will unite Disney storytelling and characters with Abu Dhabi’s fascinating cultural heritage along with its futuristic structures and waterfront vistas. Miral Chairman Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak declared that…