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Sharjah Book Authority unveils details of 2026 Sharjah International Book Fair
The Sharjah Book Authority has announced details of the 2026 Sharjah International Book Fair, which will bring together hundreds of Arab and international publishers and feature a cultural programme of seminars, workshops and initiatives supporting translation and publishing.
Oct 21, 2026
Dubai Airports completes biometric integration to speed up passenger journeys
Dubai Airports has expanded the use of biometric and facial recognition technologies at Dubai International Airport to speed up travel procedures, improve operational efficiency and protect passenger data.
Oct 21, 2026
UAE Central Bank foreign assets rise to Dh780 billion
The total value of foreign assets held by the Central Bank of the UAE rose to Dh780 billion at the end of the first half of 2026, supported by growth in deposits and diversified reserves.
Oct 21, 2026
Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park launches 2026 start-up initiative
Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park has launched a programme to attract and support more than 100 advanced technology start-ups, offering funding, laboratories and academic collaboration.
Oct 21, 2026
UAE renews commitment to peaceful solutions for Middle East stability and development
The UAE has reaffirmed its diplomatic efforts to support de-escalation and promote dialogue, while backing UN initiatives, providing humanitarian assistance and advancing economic and development cooperation to strengthen stability.
Oct 21, 2026
Abu Dhabi Cultural Foundation launches 2026 arts season to foster creative practice
The Cultural Foundation, part of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, has announced its late-2026 programme, featuring art exhibitions, theatrical performances, workshops, artist residencies and music festivals.
Oct 21, 2026
UAE-India non-oil trade reaches Dh107.5 billion in first half of 2026
Non-oil foreign trade between the UAE and India reached Dh107.5 billion in the first half of 2026, with further growth expected under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.
Oct 21, 2026
Dubai economy records Dh473 billion GDP in first half of 2026
Dubai’s gross domestic product reached Dh473 billion in the first half of 2026, as the real estate and utilities sectors continued to expand and reinforce the emirate’s appeal to investors.
Oct 21, 2026
Abu Dhabi launches AiNative programme to train 20,000 government employees in AI skills
The Department of Government Enablement in Abu Dhabi has launched the AiNative programme to develop government employees’ artificial intelligence skills, with around 20,000 employees set to receive training before the end of the year.
Oct 21, 2026
UAE records sustained economic growth as non-oil sector drives first-half 2026 performance
The UAE economy continues to expand, supported by efforts to diversify sources of income. Non-oil sectors, particularly trade, financial services and advanced technologies, are leading development and attracting investment.
Oct 21, 2026