Abu Dhabi Chamber reports 17 percent rise in German business membership as UAE-Germany trade tops $13.8bn
GCC
Dubai roads
Dubai widens Sheikh Zayed Road near Umm Al Sheif exit to ease traffic congestion
Dubai RTA has widened Sheikh Zayed Road near Umm Al Sheif exit, adding a seventh lane to boost capacity 16 per cent and ease evening congestion
Ajman real estate market
Ajman property market grows 21% in August as deals hit $517m
Ajman real estate transactions hit $517m in August 2025, up 21 per cent year-on-year, with over 1,300 deals
eToro
Dubai leads UAE’s non-oil growth in 2025 as diversification boosts investor outlook
The UAE’s non-oil economy grew at its fastest pace in six months in August 2025, with Dubai leading gains and investor confidence hitting new highs
artificial intelligence (AI)
Grandiose launches AI-Powered ‘GrandChef’ for smarter shopping
Supported by Microsoft, the innovative AI assistant will help you shop on the basis of recipes, dietary preferences, and cooking inspirations
eSports
Riyadh’s Esports World Cup 2025 breaks records with 750m viewers and $70m prizes
Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh set new records with 750m viewers, $70m in prizes, 3m visitors, and the launch of the Esports National Teams Cup
Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE)
UAE shuts down 11 unlicenced domestic worker recruitment offices
UAE MoHRE and ADRA shut down 11 unlicenced domestic worker recruitment offices in Al Ain, imposing penalties and urging the public to use licenced providers
GaStat
Saudi Arabia’s industrial production rises 6.5% in July 2025 on strong oil and manufacturing output
Saudi Arabia’s industrial production rose 6.5 per cent in July 2025, driven by growth in oil, manufacturing, and non-oil activities
Dubai
flydubai signs interline agreement with TAROM to connect 15 European destinations
The partnership enables flydubai customers to travel between the UAE, Romania and destinations across TAROM’s domestic and international routes
Dubai
Emirates Skywards launches Premium Economy flight rewards for 35 million members
Emirates passengers can request upgrades from Economy to Premium Economy beginning at 7,020 Miles one-way
Dubai
Dubai’s Emirates deploys A350 aircraft to Hangzhou China route From October 2025
The A350 deployment introduces Premium Economy service to Hangzhou, expanding Emirates’ offering to and from the city
Dubai
Dubai real estate giant Binghatti announces new $544mn Skyblade development
Binghatti has also announced a five-day sales showcase following the launch
Apple iPhone Air: All you need to know about the tech giant’s thinnest phone ever
It’s the thinnest iPhone ever made, measuring just 5.6mm, weighing 165gm despite a large 6.5-inch Super Retina XDR display and several advanced features
Abu Dhabi
NYU Abu Dhabi’s Stern School of Business launches Executive MBA Program
The rigorous, 23-month part-time curriculum also includes two global residencies in New York City and Shanghai
China
Nearly 90% of Chinese firms plan Middle East expansion, with Saudi Arabia and UAE top destinations
PwC reports nearly 90 per cent of Chinese firms plan Middle East expansion, with Saudi Arabia and UAE top destinations. Profitability is rising as companies target tech, renewables, AI and biopharma
social media
TikTok drives over $1bn boost to Saudi GDP, supports 25,000 jobs in 2024
TikTok contributed more than $1bn to Saudi Arabia’s GDP and supported 25,000 jobs in 2024, with over one million creators and 170,000 SMBs driving growth
Dubai Design District
Dubai Design Week 2025 to showcase over 1,000 designers and brands in November
Dubai Design Week 2025 will run from November 4-9, showcasing over 1,000 global designers and brands with exhibitions, talks, installations and Downtown Design at d3
