Abu Dhabi Hosts 2nd Day of Moscow-Kyiv-Washington Negotiations on Ukraine Conflict
Day two of Russia-Ukraine-US trilateral talks resumes in Abu Dhabi, hosted by UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed after productive Friday sessions. Key delegates include Russia’s GRU chief Admiral Igor Kostyukov, Ukraine’s Rustem Umerov,…
Madbouli meets UAE ambassador Zaabi, praises ties & investments
UAE (Washington Insider) – Egyptian Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouli met UAE Ambassador Hamad Obaid Al Zaabi on December 22, 2025, praising strong Egypt-UAE ties, growing Emirati investments, and ongoing political and economic cooperation. As the…
Pakistan embassy Abu Dhabi closed for Christmas & Quaid‑i‑Azam Day
UAE (Washington Insider) – Pakistan Embassy Abu Dhabi will close on December 25, 2025, for Christmas and Quaid-i-Azam Day, marking Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s birth, and will host a Christmas event led by Ambassador Shafqat Ali Khan. As Supreeta…
UAE student Naji Al Awadhi launches SmartPocket, saves 20%
UAE (Washington Insider) – 19-year-old Naji Faqihi Al Awadhi launched SmartPocket in October 2025, offering verified students discounts from 20+ brands, saving around 20% monthly, while studying at George Washington University. As Ahmad Waqqas…
UAE confirms main rain wave over highest rain 127mm in RAK
UAE (Washington Insider) – The UAE saw heavy rainfall this week, with Ras Al Khaimah’s Al Ghazlah recording 127mm. NCM warns of cool temperatures, showers, strong winds, dust, and rough seas over the weekend. As Meher Dhanjal reported on…
UAE launches 6th World’s Coolest Winter with AED 6B revenue
UAE (Washington Insider) – The UAE launched the 6th “World’s Coolest Winter” campaign on December 16, 2025, promoting entrepreneurship, local SMEs, and eco-tourism. Since 2020, it generated AED 6 billion, says Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri. As…
UAE cements ranks among fastest-growing economies in 2025
UAE (Washington News) – The UAE recorded strong economic growth in 2025, with non-oil trade reaching AED 1.7 trillion, GDP at AED 929 billion, bank assets at AED 5.19 trillion, and a record Dh92.4 billion federal budget approved. As WAM on Business…
UAE workforce set to grow 12 Percent by 2030 with AI roles
UAE (Washington Insider) – The UAE workforce is set to grow 12.1% by 2030, outpacing the US (2.1%), UK (2.8%), and India (10.6%), driven by manufacturing, education, retail, and technology roles. As Kay-Lyne Wolfenden on TechAfrics News reported,…
UAE expands single-use plastics ban from January 1, 2026
UAE (Washington Insider) – The UAE will expand its single-use plastics ban from January 1, 2026, led by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, covering cups, cutlery, straws, Styrofoam, and bags under 50 microns, with some exemptions. As…
China & UAE urged by Wang Yi, Al Nahyan to expand energy ties
UAE (Washington Insider) – Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi, urging expanded cooperation in trade, energy, technology, Belt and Road projects, and multilateral coordination. As…