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UAE Introduces Stricter Visa Rules for Nigerians, Bans Transit Visa
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced a new set of visa restrictions for Nigerian travellers, including a ban on transit visa applications, less than a year after both countries resolved a long-running visa dispute. According to...
UAE Bans Transit Visas For Nigerians, Imposes Stricter Entry Rules For Travellers
The United Arab Emirates has introduced stricter visa regulations for Nigerian travellers, including a complete ban on transit visa applications, according to travel agents who confirmed the development on Tuesday. Under the new directive issued...

Dubai Airshow 2025 Unveils New Features As Registration Opens, Promising Unmatched Experiences On And Off The Runway
(MENAFN- Dubai PR Network) New for 2025:Airshow after Dark, Party on the Runway, Wellness Zone, and Inspiration Zone Registration is now open for the 2025 edition, taking place 17–21 November DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – 01 July 2025: Returning...

UAE Dirham Stays Strong Against Pakistani Rupee
Karachi/Dubai, July 9, 2025: The UAE Dirham (AED) continues to trade at 77.39 Pakistani Rupee (PKR) today at 5:34 PM PKT, holding steady at the same rate as yesterday. This resilience follows a significant rise in June, when the AED advanced by...

UAE bans transit visas, imposes stricter entry rules for Nigerians
The United Arab Emirates has imposed tougher entry conditions for Nigerian travellers and banned transit visa applications entirely. Travel agents confirmed on Tuesday. According to new directives from Dubai immigration, Nigerians aged 18 to 45...
UAE: Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure launches initiative to support housing for senior ctizens
The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, represented by the Sheikh Zayed Housing Programme, announced the launch of an initiative to ensure the financing of housing support decisions for citizens benefiting from housing loans, with a particular...

UAE says reports of golden visa for Rs 23 lakh are false
The United Arab Emirates has denied reports that its golden visas can be purchased by citizens of select nationalities, including Indians, for a one-time fee, the Emirates News Agency reported on Tuesday. The clarification came following claims in...

UAE imposes fresh conditions on Nigerians travelling to Dubai, bans transit visa
The United Arab Emirates, UAE, has again imposed fresh conditions on Nigerians who are planning to travel through the country, banning transit visa applications. This latest directive was communicated to travel agents on Tuesday. The directive...

UAE halts transit visas for Nigerians aged 18 to 46 years
…says those travelling alone not eligible for tourist visa By Chinelo Obogo The Government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has amended its visa policy for Nigerians for the second time in 10 months. This amendment further restricts...

Dubai bank facilitates $1bn funding deal for Pakistan
The Ministry of Finance on Wednesday announced that a Dubai-based bank has arranged a $1 billion syndicated financing facility for Pakistan. The five-year financing arrangement has been facilitated through a consortium of international investors,...

UAE-led crackdown sees 94 arrested for environmental crimes in Amazon Basin
The UAE has led a major international crackdown on environmental crimes in the Amazon Basin, resulting in 94 arrests and the seizure of more than $64 million worth of assets. The 14-day effort was called Operation Green Shield, a multinational...

UAE-India Cepa Council Inks Pact With Indian Business Body
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) The UAE-India Cepa Council (UICC) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) on Thursday, commencing a strategic partnership to bolster economic and trade ties between the UAE and...

Business News | LdotR Secures Undisclosed Angel Investment Led by Key Capital (Dubai) and Information Solutions Media (Singapore)
BusinessWire India New Delhi [India], July 9: LdotR, a leading provider of enterprise-focused digital brand protection, domain portfolio management, and strategic advisory for the new gTLD ecosystem, today announced the successful closure of a...

Dubai Land Department Encourages Emirati Citizens To Join The Dubai Real Estate Broker Programme
(MENAFN- Dubai PR Network) The programme has achieved a remarkable milestone to date, with the qualification rate of participants exceeding 180% compared to the annual target. The total value of real estate transactions completed through qualified...

Dubai: How Can Shoppers Save Big While Buying Gold Jewellery?
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Shoppers in Dubai can enjoy substantial savings by taking advantage of promotions and discounts offered by gold jewellers. While Dubai's gold and jewellery market is known for its transparency, experts advise buyers to...

Dubai Airports appoints Current Global as its retained PR agency
Dubai Airports has appointed Current Global MENAT as its strategic public relations agency, following a competitive pitch review. As the operator of Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC), Current Global...

UAE retailer Sharaf DG digitises e-waste collection
UAE-based retailer Sharaf DG has launched a digital initiative to streamline the collection and segregation of e-waste from households and businesses. The initiative is in collaboration with Renie, utilising recycling services by Enviroserve, the...

Abu Dhabi court halts global trademark infringement
The case originated when the company that owns trademark filed a lawsuit demanding the closure of a store that had used its name and trademark on displayed products, storefronts, advertising materials, and online promotions, this unauthorized...

UAE Central Bank Imposes Dh10 Million Fine On Sundus Exchange, Cancels Licence
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has revoked the licence of Sundus Exchange and removed its name from the official register of licensed exchange houses in the country. In addition to the revocation, a financial sanction...
UAE welcomes removal from EU list of high-risk third countries for AML/CFT
Statement attributed to Ahmed bin Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of State: “The UAE welcomes the European Parliament’s endorsement of the European Commission’s updated list of high-risk third countries for money laundering and terrorist financing. The...