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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 12 December 2025: Noor Dubai Foundation, part of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, announced that its national programme for the periodic screening and treatment of eye diseases in the United Arab Emirates has achieved a notable 156% increase in treatment cases, equivalent to 554 patients, between 2024 and 2025. The programme also recorded a 47% growth in free screenings and early detection services, with particular attention given to workers’ communities. The Foundation explained that these results were achieved through the expansion of partnerships with relevant entities and by strengthen

Commended by the Arab Council of the General Union of Arab Archaeologists Dubai, UAE, 12 December 2025: Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has received an Appreciation Award from the Arab Council of the General Union of Arab Archaeologists, an accolade granted to institutions dedicated to archaeology and heritage preservation. The recognition reflects the Authority’s sustained efforts to protect Dubai’s cultural heritage and ensure its transmission to future generations. The award was presented during Dubai Culture’s participation in the 28th Arab Archaeologists Conference in Cairo, Egypt. It marks a significant milestone

DUBAI, UAE – December 12, 2025 – Global Aerospace Logistics (GAL), a leading provider of integrated aerospace, aviation and defense services, and AMMROC, the region’s leading provider of military aviation MRO services – both part of the Abu Dhabi Aviation (ADA) Group – announced an expansion of its strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Fulcrum, a defense technology innovator specializing in mission-critical engineering upgrades. The agreement was formalized during the Dubai Airshow. The expansion of the original MoU, initially signed in March 2024, underscores the success and commitment of the trilateral partnership in advancing

The launch celebrates Titan’s strategic expansion in the region, the first significant opening following the Titan-Damas merger, and the inauguration of the brand’s first Diamond Excellence Centre outside India. Dubai, UAE – December 12, 2025: Tanishq, India’s most trusted name in fine jewellery, has launched a new flagship store in Dubai’s Meena Bazaar, transforming the neighbourhood where its international journey began into the launchpad for its next, larger chapter in the GCC. Located in one of the region’s most iconic jewellery districts, the flagship marks Tanishq’s first opening in the GCC following the Titan-Damas merger. It sets t

Dubai, UAE, 12th December, 2025: The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), the global governing body for motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations worldwide, today confirms that Mohammed Ben Sulayem has been re-elected as President of the FIA, following the election of his Presidential List by the General Assembly in Tashkent, Republic of Uzbekistan. President Mohammed Ben Sulayem now begins his second four-year term, having overseen a period of significant renewal and stabilisation for the organisation since his initial election in 2021. Over the past four years, the FIA has undergone a wide-ranging tran

Dubai, UAE, 12 December 2025: On 18 December, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library will host the iconic Arab artist Marcel Khalife in a cultural discussion session, Melodies Pulsing With Arabic. In celebration of World Arabic Language Day and to promote Arabic culture and literature, the session will allow the audience to experience the beauty of classical Arabic poetry that Khalife composed and sang. Moderated by writer Reem Alkamali, the session will explore the intersection of poetry and music, and the importance of the Arabic language in contemporary art and culture. The discussion will also focus on the role of the arts in transmitti

Abu Dhabi – December 12, 2025: Emirates Park Zoo & Resort has earned the designation of Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), a global leader in cognitive-disorder training and accessibility standards. The CAC designation is awarded to organizations that complete a rigorous process including staff training in autism and sensory awareness, an onsite review of the facility, and a commitment to ongoing accessibility improvements. This achievement reinforces the zoo’s mission to create an environment that is sensory-inclusive and welcoming for all guests.

The Dubai-based airline becomes the first UAE carrier to operate direct flights to Riga with a three-times-weekly service flydubai expands its footprint in Europe to 35 destinations across 20 countries Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 13 December 2025: flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, inaugurated its first direct service to Riga, the capital of Latvia, marking the start of its three-times-weekly service between Dubai International (DXB) and Riga Airport (RIX). The inaugural flight landed in Riga to a warm reception by airport officials, underscoring the significance of this new connection between the United Arab Emirates and Latvia.

Maha Al Gargawi: “The establishment of the Bulgarian Business Council will help build stronger partnerships between our business communities and unlock new opportunities for joint investment.” Non-oil trade between Dubai and Bulgaria reached AED 777 million in 2024, achieving year-on-year growth of 5%. A total of 243 Bulgarian companies were registered as active members of Dubai Chamber of Commerce by the end of Q3 2025. Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced the establishment of the Bulgarian Business Council. The new council aims to st

Works include the construction of 2,300 metres of bridges Al Tayer: “The project will increase road capacity by 176% and reduce travel time from 20 minutes to five” Dubai. Roads and Transport Authority. 14th December 2025: In line with the directives of the wise leadership to enhance the infrastructure of the road network and public transport systems to meet the requirements of urban development, population growth, and improve quality of life, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded the Contract for Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street Intersection Development with Al Awir Road and Al Manama Street.