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Philippines to launch next generation passport in 2028

DFA will introduce a redesigned booklet, enhanced security, contactless chip technology

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Next generation Philippine passport

Etihad’s bold new vision takes Abu Dhabi beyond borders

Etihad unveils a new brand campaign as it targets 150 destinations worldwide

Etihad Airways launches its ‘Beyond Borders’ campaign, highlighting Abu Dhabi’s ambitions and the airline’s next phase of global growth.

Etihad pilot makes aviation history in the UAE

Captain Huda Al Musallami will now train and qualify pilots at Etihad Airways

Captain Huda Al Musallami.

Sharjah Ruler approves new airport authority structure

Decree sets framework for Sharjah Airport Authority’s structure, roles, responsibilities

The decree stipulates the approval of the general organisational structure of the Sharjah International Airport Authority.

Air France resumes Dubai flights after 6-months

Air France is restoring Gulf flights as Dubai sees strong demand

Air France is resuming flights to Dubai following months of disruption.

When will DXB finally hit 100 million passengers?

Griffiths says high airfares prove strong demand, not weak traveller confidence

"I reckon we're going to end this year in the sort of low 70 millions, which was great," says Paul Griffiths.

DXB bets big on stronger H2 despite 31% traffic drop

H1 passenger traffic fell 31.3% to 31.5m as aircraft movements dropped 32.1% amid recovery

Passengers at the departures area of Dubai International Airport as UAE travellers continue with summer holiday plans while increasingly opting for flexible tickets and delaying last-minute bookings amid ongoing uncertainty in the Middle East.

Dubai-Sharjah traffic: Heavy jams on key commuter roads

Heavy traffic hits Dubai-Sharjah roads, with E11 and E311 facing major morning rush delays

Commuters advised to check live traffic updates and allow extra travel time amid heavy morning congestion in Dubai and Sharjah.

Oman’s airlines unveil new CEOs in major shift

Oman Air names Nasser Al Sharji CEO as SalamAir appoints Yaqoob Al Kiyumi

Nasser Al Sharji will take charge of Oman Air from September 1, from Con Korfiatis, and Yaqoob Al Kiyumi takes over as CEO of SalamAir from October 1.

Philippine Airlines announces week-long seat sale

Special fares, added savings, and instalment options for eligible domestic bookings

Philippine Airlines is bringing back its Ultimate Seat Sale for one week, with more in store beyond discounted fares

US-Iran tensions: What UAE residents need to know today

Carrier swap, Hezbollah sanctions and oil surge sharpen Middle East uncertainty

A drone view shows vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman. (Photo/Reuters)

150 Qatar Airways widebody aircraft now have free Wi-Fi

More than half of Qatar Airways’ Boeing 787 fleet is now equipped with Starlink Wi-Fi

Qatar Airways aircraft. The airline has become the first in the world to operate a Starlink-equipped 787-9 as it expands high-speed onboard Wi-Fi.

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