UAE Government

New media law axing jailed sentences for journalists approved by UAE ministerial legislative committee.

Fifth contract bagged by South Korean construction firm, part of $1.7bn investment.

UAE president says reports of investments inaccurate, denies political motivation.

Investigation underway after work permits granted although essential documents missing.

Investment strategy to see UAE invest in industry, services, agriculture, energy sectors.

UAE falls 4 places in ease of business survey, sparking concern.

British PM will unveil plan to work with Gulf states on energy projects, open UK industry to foreigners.

Growth in amount of money in circulation hits almost 40% in March, fastest rate of growth since 2003.

UAE teachers protest over removal from teaching positions, say Islamic views are being held against them.

Report warns UAE must diversify its sources of food imports to avert shortages, maintain prices.

Growing awareness among states that only engagement will stop growing influence of Islamic republic.

Hundreds of thousands of Western visitors will not be hit by new charges, UAE officials say.

Differences of opinion emerging among Gulf states on how to tackle problem, cbank governor says.

Emirate plans to develop agricultural land in country as world food crisis grows.

Former teacher 'at risk of tortune' if returned to Syria, Amnesty has warned.

UAE prime minister says country will keep dollar peg so long as serves its interests.

Gulf state fumes as Islamic republic dismisses three-decade old territorial dispute.

Subscribers to UAE telecom Du will now be able to watch television programs on their mobile phones as part of the company’s new mobile TV service which was launched on Tuesday.

Miniser indicates UAE could pump more oil into market amid growing concern over record prices.

Two countries sign series of agreements during visit by King Juan Carlos to the Gulf state.

UN's humanitarian chief labels claim Gulf state donates 3.6% of GNP to good causes 'highly dubious'.

WEFME: Low-cost carrier expects to carry up to 4mn passengers this year - CEO.

Passengers in carpool will be investigated by authorities under new regulations legalising practice.

Firms' owners could be deported or jailed after being caught in gov't crackdown.

Output not set to rise until later in year when producer nations replenish stocks.

The first meeting of the UAE committee mandated to write the United Nations Periodic Report on Human Rights in the UAE for 2008, has highlighted the achievements by the nation in human rights issues.

ATM: China's best tourism city Hangzhou comes to Arabian Travel Market for first time.

Gov't planning to buy farms and import goods to reduce impact of spiralling prices.

Firms agree with Ministry of Economy to reduce prices to help tackle record inflation in UAE.

Lending touches $13.18bn in three months to March 31 as Gulf state mirrors US rates cuts.

Storage of residential units and landlords' preference for commercial letting blamed for rise, gov't says.

Inflation expected product of economic boom, but effects being magnified - UAE.

Central bank lowers rates as the US Federal Reserve cuts again, mounting persistent inflation pressure.

Trade for first half of 2007 soars 45% year-on-year, boosted by urban development and economic growth.

Gov't made right choice by sticking with ailing US dollar, which will rebound this year, CEO says.

INTERVIEW: Dubai Properties' development will not be hit by soaring costs, chairman says.

Baniyas Cooperative Society agrees to fix prices of 56 basic food items at 2007 levels, ministry says.

Sector must be overhauled to boost contribution to emirate's domestic economy, the DPE says.

2007 labour report overview of UAE labour market and measures taken to improve rights.

UAE must develop economic laws to attract private investment, gov't official says.

Gov't publishes policy with six 'guiding principles' on atomic energy development.

Central Asian country looking to attract investment in various areas of energy sector.

Abu Dhabi hosted the season opener of the 2008 Red Bull Air Race World Series on Friday.

Gulf state may relax foreign ownership laws to lure international investment.

Abu Dhabi-based hypermarket chain to keep prices of 32 basic goods at 2007 levels.

Top official on four nation tour of GCC to drum up support for humanitarian efforts.

Lower inflation to also ease pressure to revalue dollar-pegged currency, UAE central bank governor says.

Governor Al-Suweidi says gov't must rein in spending to control record inflation in the Emirates.

EXCLUSIVE: Dubai ruler says inflation temporary and will settle back down to normal levels.

UAE IN CHINA: Defence agreement part of four accords two countries set to sign, source says.

UAE IN CHINA: Speculation grows of Dubai-China fund for investments into Chinese companies.

Opec governor for Emirates repeats line speculators responsible for soaring prices.

New Dubai cultural centre follows similar constructions in London, Lisbon and Vancouver.

Major cash injection to fund construction of roads, housing and drainage networks in Northern Emirates.

Rising costs to place further pressure on developers struggling to finished projects on time and on budget.

Readers of English and Arabic websites at odds over place of English in the Gulf.

Emirates to achieve goal by 2015 to become first Arab country to attain 100% literacy rate.

Reducing inflation 'a big challenge', says minister, in face of predictions of 12% inflation this year.

Union Cooperative Society chain to sell 16 basic foods at cut prices to nationals - ministry.

Cabinet affirms agreement with European partner to develop atomic energy for peaceful purposes.

Gov't rules Arabic official language in all federal authorities in move to protect national identity.

Expansion of manufacturing and construction sectors, as well as oil and gas, spur growth, ministry says.

Women continue to endure serious human rights abuses, wife of late Sheikh Zayed says.

Lack of natural and cultural resources and bureaucracy holding back sector - report.

Gov't should reconsider peg in light of long-term growth prospects in region, chief executive says.

Gulf growing in importance on global stage due to high oil prices and gov't investment, report says.

Emirates committed to keeping dirham tied to US currency, central bank governor says.

Emirates National Competitiveness Council will make it easier to do business, minister says.

Depegging from US currency will help fight inflation, Rakaa Properties CEO says.

Dirham's peg to dollar no longer viable as US economy spirals into recession, economist warns.

Central bank governor says implementation of monetary union should be in stages.

Sheikh Mohammed meets Iranian President to discuss economic ties during landmark visit to Tehran.

UAE names new economy and labour ministers, women in cabinet doubled to four.

Production to hit 10 million tonnes per year as Gulf Arab state reduces reliance on oil, minister says.

Social assistance budget will double to Dhs2.2 billion to help flood-affected areas.

Sheikh Mohammed orders overhaul of UAE federal authorities during cabinet review of strategic plans.

Gov't and private organisations across Gulf will be closed until Tuesday as region marks end of Ramadan.

Sustainability and the use of renewable energy are the focus of two initiatives announced by the UAE Ministry of Energy and Ministry of Water and Environment.

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe wants to help convert GCC into a hi-tech economic powerhouse.