Middle East

A look back at Abu Dhabi Finance Week, bringing global financial leaders and investors together to shape the future of finance. The 2026 edition runs from 7 to 10 December.

Abu Dhabi Finance Week targets global investment leaders

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, 11 October 2026 Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) will bring together international financial leaders, investors, policymakers and business...

ByAdekunle OwolabiOctober 11, 2026

Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tarik meets Botswana President Duma Gideon Boko during his two day State Visit to Botswana on September 16, 2026. The leaders held talks on strengthening bilateral cooperation and expanding economic ties. Photo: Ministry of International Relations, Botswana.

Oman Sultan arrives in Botswana

GABORONE, Botswana, September 16, 2026 — Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman has arrived in Botswana for a two day State Visit aimed...

ByAdekunle OwolabiSeptember 16, 2026

The Dubai Frame stands as one of Dubai’s iconic landmarks, offering views across the city’s historic and modern districts. Photo credit: Dubai Media Office

Middle East Tourism

Dubai targets long term tourism growth

Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Dubai is shifting its tourism strategy from recovering from recent disruptions to pursuing sustained long term growth, with the...

ByAdekunle OwolabiSeptember 15, 2026

The UAE's Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research

Education Middle East

UAE warns over forged academic certificates

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates: Authorities in the United Arab Emirates have warned against the use of forged academic qualifications after courts handed down...

ByAdekunle OwolabiSeptember 15, 2026