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Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan: 5 Things It Will Deliver
The Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, launched in March 2021 by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, maps how the city will grow, how people will move, and what daily life will look like by 2040 — more parks, four times the beach, five urban centres, and a population target of 7.8
4 May 2026
UAE Launches AI System to Screen Work Permit Applicants
The UAE will deploy an AI and robotics-powered system to screen work permit applicants from May, assessing education, skills, and experience to streamline labour market admissions and attract global talent.
30 Apr 2026
Sheikh Mohammed Visits Atlantis The Palm in Surprise Outing
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum made an unannounced visit to Atlantis The Palm, walking calmly among guests and staff at Nobu Dubai. The video, shared by the resort, drew a wave of pride and affection from residents and followers across the UAE.
25 Apr 2026
Sheikh Mohammed: UAE Government to Run 50% on AI Agents
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum announced on April 23 that within two years, 50% of UAE government sectors, services, and operations will run on agentic AI — making the UAE the first government in the world to operate at this scale through autonomous systems.
23 Apr 2026
Dubai Metro Gold Line: 42km Underground, Dh34 Billion
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has approved the Dubai Metro Gold Line — a Dh34 billion, 42-kilometre fully underground metro line with 18 stations set to serve 1.5 million residents and complete on September 9, 2032, making it the largest transport project in Dubai's
22 Apr 2026
Meet Bu Sunaidah, the UAE Humanoid Robot Going Viral
The UAE now has a humanoid robot with a name — and a very Emirati one at that. He goes by Bu Sunaidah, a Gulf cultural nickname given to men named Rashid. Now it belongs to a viral Unitree G1 robot that has captured the attention of the entire country.
15 Apr 2026
Noon Riders Fly UAE Flags Across Dubai
Noon Riders flew UAE flags on their bikes during regular Dubai delivery routes after Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid's April 9 call to raise the national flag. The unscripted moment went viral and became one of Dubai's most authentic displays of national pride in 2026.
13 Apr 2026
Danya Mohammed Goes Viral in Proud of UAE Trend
Dubai Bling star Danya Mohammed went viral in the Proud of UAE movement after Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid called on all UAE residents to raise the flag. Her reel — dressed in a traditional kaftan at a towering flag pole — became one of the defining images of a national moment
11 Apr 2026
Sheikh Mohammed Urges UAE Residents to Raise Flag
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has called on UAE residents to raise the national flag above every home and building — a powerful show of unity after the country stood firm through an unprecedented crisis and emerged more cohesive than ever.
9 Apr 2026
Dubai Ramadan 2026: Drone Shows, Fireworks & Season of Wulfa
Dubai Ramadan 2026 is officially on the calendar, with nightly drone shows from Feb 19 to Mar 19, fireworks at Al Seef and Dubai Creek, the Season of Wulfa cultural program, extended Global Village hours, and a Dh1 billion humanitarian drive to combat global child malnutrition.
16 Feb 2026
World Governments Summit 2026: Sheikh Mohammed Meets Leaders
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum toured the World Governments Summit 2026 venue on Monday, reviewing innovative projects before Tuesday's official launch under the theme "Shaping Future Governments."
2 Feb 2026
Sheikh Mohammed at 1 Billion Followers Summit Dubai 2026
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended the fourth edition of the 1 Billion Followers Summit in Dubai, the world's largest creator economy gathering, organised by the UAE Government Media Office from January 9–11, 2026 under the theme "Content for Good."
10 Jan 2026
UAE Passport & Emirates ID Unified Renewal Now One Step
The UAE has launched a unified passport and Emirates ID renewal service through the UAEICP app, letting citizens complete both renewals in a single digital transaction. Processing time is cut by at least 50% under Sheikh Mohammed's Zero Bureaucracy Programme.
13 Dec 2025
Sheikh Mohammed Unveils DUMA, Dubai's Floating Museum of Art
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has unveiled the Dubai Museum of Art (DUMA), a floating five-story cultural landmark designed by Tadao Ando that will rise above Dubai Creek, developed by the Al Futtaim Group as Dubai's first official art museum.
26 Oct 2025
UAE FDI Hits $45.6 Billion in 2024, Eyes $354B by 2030
The UAE attracted AED167.6 billion ($45.6 billion) in foreign direct investment in 2024, a 48% year-on-year surge, ranking 10th globally and first among GCC nations according to the UNCTAD World Investment Report 2025. Sheikh Mohammed has set a bold new target of AED1.3 trillion
19 Jun 2025
Dubai Hijri New Year Public Holiday: June 27
Dubai has officially declared Friday, June 27, 2025 a public holiday for the Hijri New Year 1447 AH. Government employees get a three-day long weekend (Fri–Sun), with normal work resuming Monday, June 30. Shift-based workers in essential services are exempt.
18 Jun 2025
Sheikh Mohammed Attends 29th Dubai World Cup at Meydan
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, joined by senior royals and top dignitaries, attended the 29th Dubai World Cup at Meydan Racecourse on April 5, 2025. Hit Show, trained by Brad Cox and ridden by Florent Geroux, won the $12M Group 1 feature for Wathnan Racing as 102 horses
5 Apr 2025
UAE President Hosts Eid Al-Fitr Reception for Rulers
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan hosted all Emirates Rulers, Crown Princes, and Deputy Rulers for Eid Al-Fitr at Qasr Al Mushrif in Abu Dhabi, uniting the federation in celebration and prayer.
30 Mar 2025
Sheikh Hamdan Welcomes Daughter Hind
Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum announced the birth of his fourth child, baby girl Hind bint Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, sharing the news on Instagram.
22 Mar 2025
Dubai Tops Greenfield FDI Rankings for the Fourth Year
Dubai has retained its position as the world's top destination for Greenfield Foreign Direct Investment for the fourth consecutive year. In 2024 the emirate attracted AED 52.3 billion ($14.24 billion) in FDI capital — a record high and a 33.2% increase on 2023 — alongside 1,117
9 Mar 2025
Dubai Walk Master Plan: 6,500km Pedestrian Network by 2040
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has approved the Dubai Walk Master Plan — a 6,500km pedestrian network spanning 160 areas of Dubai, with a pilot phase launching in 2025 and full completion targeted by 2040.
9 Dec 2024
Dubai Floating Police Station: Middle East's First by 2026
Dubai Police has revealed plans to build the Middle East's first floating Smart Police Station by 2026. The 24/7 fully automated hub will deliver 27 core services in six languages as part of an AED 2 billion initiative by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
24 Nov 2024
UAE's National Investment Strategy 2031 Unveiled
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum launched the UAE National Investment Strategy 2031 at the UAE Government Annual Meetings in Abu Dhabi, setting a target to triple cumulative FDI to AED 2.2 trillion by 2031 and introducing the unified InvestUAE brand platform.
6 Nov 2024
Sheikh Mohammed Tours GITEX GLOBAL 2024 in Dubai
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum toured GITEX GLOBAL 2024 at Dubai World Trade Centre, visiting pavilions from Microsoft, Huawei, G42, and IBM as the 44th edition brought together 6,500 exhibitors from 180+ countries under the theme "Global Collaboration to Forge a Future
15 Oct 2024
UAE AI Policy Approved to Lead Global Tech Governance
The UAE Cabinet, chaired by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, approved the country's international AI policy on six core principles — advancing the UAE's role in shaping global artificial intelligence governance and ethical technology standards.
12 Oct 2024
Sheikh Mohammed Launches Plant the Emirates Initiative
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid launched the Plant the Emirates initiative on October 6, 2024, at Al Marmoom farm. The national programme targets a 20% increase in local farm output, a 25% rise in organic farms, and a 50% cut in agricultural waste over five years.
7 Oct 2024
Dubai's $2.7 Billion Expo City Masterplan Unveiled
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid has approved a $2.7 billion masterplan for Expo City Dubai, repurposing the 2020 World Expo site into an innovation-driven green city across 3.5 sq km, targeting 35,000 residents and 40,000 professionals.
4 Oct 2024
Dubai Metro Blue Line: Route, Stations and 2029 Opening
The Dubai Metro Blue Line was approved by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The 30km, 14-station line begins construction in 2024 and opens 9 September 2029, serving Dubai Silicon Oasis, International City and Creek Harbour.
3 Oct 2024
Sheikh Mohammed Launches Dubai National University
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid announced the National University of Dubai with Dh4.5 billion in funding over five years. Targeting a top-50 global ranking within a decade, the university will offer specialised Emirati programmes under Sheikh Hamdan as President.
10 Sep 2024
Dubai Metro Marks 15 Years with 2.4 Billion Riders
Dubai Metro celebrated its 15th anniversary on September 9, 2024, having carried more than 2.4 billion passengers since inauguration in 2009. The world's longest fully automated driverless metro now spans 90 km across 53 stations, with daily ridership soaring from 20,000 to
9 Sep 2024
Sheikh Mohammed's Favourite Restaurants in Dubai
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, is one of the city's most devoted supporters of the hospitality industry. Here are the restaurants in Dubai that have earned a royal visit.
2 Aug 2024
Sheikh Mohammed Meets UAE Astronauts After NASA Training
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid met UAE astronauts Nora Al Matrooshi and Mohammed Al Mulla at Union House in Dubai, celebrating their completion of NASA's training program and urging them to aim for the stars as they prepare for upcoming space missions.
16 Jul 2024
UAE Leaders Congratulate Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan sent separate congratulatory messages to KP Sharma Oli on his appointment as Nepal's Prime Minister, underscoring the UAE's commitment to deepening bilateral relations with Nepal.
16 Jul 2024
Sheikh Mohammed Reviews Dubai Airport Terminal 3 Upgrades
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, visited Dubai International Airport's Terminal 3 on Saturday to review ongoing upgrades and praised the UAE air travel sector's remarkable growth, as DXB recorded 23 million passengers in Q1 2024.
14 Jul 2024
Dubai to Build World's Largest Fruit and Vegetable Market
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has announced Dubai's Logistics Hub for Foodstuffs, Fruit and Vegetable Trade — set to be the world's largest of its kind — managed by DP World under a strategic partnership with Dubai Municipality, supporting the D33 economic agenda.
11 Jul 2024
UAE Leaders Congratulate Malawi on Independence Day 2024
The UAE leadership congratulated Malawi on its Independence Day, with President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan sending a formal message to President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera, joined by Vice Presidents Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed.
7 Jul 2024
Dubai Car Market: World's Largest Automotive Hub Announced
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid has directed the development of the Dubai Car Market — set to be the world's largest and most advanced car market at 20 million square feet. DP World and Dubai Municipality signed a partnership to build and operate the AED 6.8 billion hub as part of
5 Jul 2024
UAE President Extends Eid Al Adha Greetings 2024
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan extended Eid Al Adha greetings to the nation via social media and made personal calls to Gulf leaders including Sultan Haitham of Oman, the Emir of Kuwait, and King Hamad of Bahrain.
16 Jun 2024
Dubai's $96.7M Beach Nourishment Plan Fights Climate Change
Dubai has launched a AED 355 million ($96.7M) beach nourishment programme, using 500,000+ cubic metres of sand to protect Al Mamzar and Jumeirah 1 beaches from rising sea levels caused by climate change.
4 Jun 2024
UAE Blue Residency Visa: 10 Years for Eco-Champions
The UAE has launched a 10-year Blue Residency Visa for individuals who have made exceptional contributions to environmental protection. Announced by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid at Qasr Al Watan during a Cabinet meeting, the visa aligns with the UAE's Year of Sustainability 2024.
18 May 2024