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UAE halves trademark fees for small businesses

New UAE trademark fees, 50% cut for SMEs, full exemption for People of Determination

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Abdullah Ahmed Al Saleh, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy and Tourism, speaks at Dubai headquarters to announce the Cabinet’s decision on the fees for trademark services provided by the Ministry.

Heriot-Watt University plans Saudi Arabia campus

Edinburgh university ranked first in Scotland for employability

Heriot-Watt University serves over 25,000 students across five campuses, including two international locations. Pictured above is the Heriot-Watt University building in the UAE.

Tariffs to not hurt Middle East much: World Bank

Oil-exporters to benefit as oil production limits ease, non-oil sectors stay strong

Tariffs to not hurt Middle East outlook much: World Bank

UAE business growth at new high as new orders surge

S&P Global survey shows sharper output expansion and rising confidence across UAE economy

Dubai skyline along Shaikh Zayed Road.

Relaam plans Dubai expansion with three projects

Property manager overseeing 50,000 units targets commercial sector and GCC growth by 2030

Relaam is investing heavily in digitalisation and process improvements to enhance accessibility for both landlords and tenants.

UAE set for 4.8% GDP growth in 2025

IMF says UAE’s resilience, diversification and buffers will fuel growth above global peers

IMF projects UAE’s 2025 growth to beat global average

Abu Dhabi’s economy grows 3.8% in Q2 2025

Abu Dhabi’s non-oil economy saw strong growth across key sectors

Abu Dhabi’s economy grows 3.8% in Q2 2025, non-oil sector hits record high

US shutdown to shake the world economy: Why, how?

A shutdown in Washington may ripple across global markets, from oil to investments

The US Capitol is seen in Washington, DC, on December 20, 2024.

UAE ranks least likely to face economic instability

Allied Universal-G4S report shows UAE is also ahead in adopting AI-powered security tech

A view of the Abu Dhabi skyline.

UAE upgrades power grid amid population surge

Northern Emirates achieve water self-sufficiency with new desalination tech, says EtihadWE

The Dh2.2 billion reverse osmosis facility is among the world’s largest and most efficient desalination plants.

Ducab buys Oman factory in major industrial deal

Move expected to accelerate non-oil trade between UAE and Oman, already at Dh56.2 billion

This acquisition is also predicted to boost non-oil trade between the UAE and Oman.

Why top economists are warning of slowing world economy

New WEF and OECD reports highlight diverging views on global economic growth outlook

Shadows of journalists are seen beside WEF signage during a session at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2025 (AMNC25) in Tianjin on June 24, 2025.

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