The UAE Ministry of Finance has unveiled the federal general budget cycle for 2027–2029, marking a strategic shift towards smarter, performance-based financial planning. With a focus on innovation, AI integration, and long-term sustainability, the new cycle aims to empower government entities, accelerate national development, and support the UAE’s vision for a Dh3 trillion economy.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid has issued a new decree granting 10 working days of fully paid marriage leave to UAE nationals employed in Dubai’s government sector, supporting work-life balance and family well-being. The decree takes effect from January 1, 2025.
Read MoreThe UAE has rapidly transformed into a top cashless travel destination, offering seamless digital payment options for tourists. From shopping malls in Dubai to cultural spots in Abu Dhabi, you can pay with a simple tap or scan. With wide card acceptance and smart wallet apps, spending in the Emirates is now easier than ever.
Read MoreThe Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has launched Phase One of a comprehensive review to address grade inflation and ensure academic records in private schools accurately reflect student performance, reinforcing fairness, transparency, and trust in the education system.
Read MoreDubai is gearing up for a major summer sports spectacle as Dubai Sports World (DSW) launches its special August Edition 2025, running from August 3 to September 2 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Organised in collaboration with the Dubai Sports Council, the event will span over 25,000 square metres and offer more than 40 indoor courts and pitches.
Read MoreThe UAE is set to host the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) for the first time in December 2025, following a landmark agreement between the Japan Foundation and UAE University’s Continuing Education Center. This milestone marks a major step in strengthening cultural and educational ties between Japan and the Emirates.
Read MoreOn the occasion of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s 76th birthday on July 15, 2025, Dubai celebrates a visionary leader whose humanitarian efforts have left a lasting impact both locally and globally. From food aid and healthcare to prisoner pardons and refugee support, his 2025 initiatives reflect a legacy rooted in compassion, generosity, and community service.
Read MoreDubai Municipality has completed Dh190 million worth of landscaping projects across key roads and intersections in the first half of 2025, adding over 300,000 trees and transforming more than 3 million square metres of urban space. The initiative supports Dubai’s Quality of Life Strategy 2033 and reinforces the city’s green and sustainable vision.
Read MoreGrade 12 students across the UAE are now required to undergo medical fitness tests to secure admission to universities locally and abroad. Offered by Emirates Health Services, the streamlined service ensures students are healthy and ready for academic life, with certificates issued within 24–48 hours across 41 centres in six emirates.
Read MoreAs part of its "Safe Summer" campaign, Abu Dhabi Police is urging parents to be vigilant about their children's online activities during the summer break. The warning highlights growing concerns over cyberbullying, online exploitation, and financial scams targeting children through social media, gaming platforms, and unsecured websites.
Read MoreAs schools across the UAE begin their summer break, parents are being urged to stay connected through official school channels for important updates. Meanwhile, Abu Dhabi’s private schools are enforcing strict new digital safety rules for teachers under ADEK’s latest policy to protect students and ensure secure online interactions.
Read MoreThe UAE Ministry of Higher Education has launched a new service to help Emirati students verify the accreditation of academic programmes and universities abroad. Aimed at both scholarship and self-funded students, the initiative ensures all overseas education meets official standards, guiding students toward globally ranked, high-quality institutions.
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