UAE Business News – Startups, Market Trends & Regulations

UAE firm seals Dh1bn Mercedes-Benz lithium deal

Deal highlights how Abu Dhabi firms are supplying critical materials to European carmakers

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Kezad Group launched Metal Park, the world’s first pay-as-you-grow metals ecosystem in Abu Dhabi, in the presence of Dr Sultan Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, and Captain Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi, Managing Director and Group CEO of AD Ports Group.

Sri Lanka woos UAE investors with ‘next Dubai’ vision

Amid reforms, stability, Chathuranga Abeysinghe showcases growth potential

Port City offers a stunning view of Colombo’s cityscape.

e& ties up with US firm Emergence for new AI deal

Deal targets banks, healthcare and government as regional AI spend accelerates

e& enterprise announces a partnership with US AI company Emergence to deploy data-sovereign AI across MENAT.

Indian CEO in Dubai dies one day before concert

Song ended, but melody lived on: Global Fusion pays tribute to Rohit Walia

Grammy-winning artists take the stage at Dubai’s 22nd Global Fusion, a tribute to the late Rohit Walia.

'Governments, not companies, must pay for the future'

Dubai to host World Laureates Summit amid World Government Summit this year

The World Governments Summit 2026, taking place from February 3 to 5, will bring together heads of state, ministers, CEOs, international organisations and now Nobel Laureates.

Abu Dhabi: New ‘Golden List’ to speed up pharma trade

New scheme fast-tracks compliant drug firms through customs as UAE boosts health security

Companies seeking inclusion in the Golden List must meet several criteria, including a strong record of customs compliance with no major violations

I’m in a hurry, I make mistakes: Alabbar gets candid

We wish to inspire the region and the world: Emaar founder at DIPMF 2026

Mohamed Ali Alabbar, founder of Emaar and Noon, and chairman of Eagle Hills.

Primark is finally coming to Dubai

Happy news for UAE shoppers who love to get a good steal and on a budget

Primark is opening in Dubai Mall.

Who brings Hollywood stars like Will Smith to Dubai

Meet Dubai-based game changers Sara Omolewu, Kris Fade who have just launched KS Konnect

Game changers Sara Omolewu and Kris Fade

What new UAE company laws mean for family firms

New rules on share transfers after death aim to prevent disputes

The UAE is home to some of the biggest family businesses in the region, and this new law could reduce family business inheritance disputes.

UAE targets 2 million companies in next decade

New laws, visas and 100% foreign ownership rules drive UAE’s business expansion

In 2025 alone, nearly 250,000 new companies were established. SMEs owned by UAE nationals grew by 63% over the past five years.

UAE tax alert: Up to Dh5,000 fine for flouting rules

A move to strengthen digital systems and tax compliance in the UAE

UAE cracks down on e-invoicing breaches with fines

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