Dubai International Airport breaks global record with 95.2 million passengers in 2025
Ramadan 2026: UAE cuts private-sector working hours by two, offers flexible and remote options
India urges UAE-based expatriates to switch to chip-enabled e-Passports for faster SmartGate clearance
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UAE cuts work-permit processing time by 95 % under AI-driven “Zero Bureaucracy” programme
MoHRE has slashed work-permit processing times from 10 minutes to under a minute and removed most paperwork by deploying AI tools in phase 2 of the Zero Government Bureaucracy programme. The change gives employers instantaneous quota approvals and smoother onboarding, reinforcing the UAE’s pitch to multinationals and skilled expatriates.
Dubai International Airport posts record 95.2 million passengers, eyes Al Maktoum mega-hub
DXB processed a record 95.2 million passengers in 2025, maintaining its lead as the world’s busiest international airport. Authorities signalled renewed commitment to the $35 billion Al Maktoum expansion, a development that could reshape corporate travel itineraries over the next decade.
Philippines fast-tracks digital travel clearances for 650 000 OFWs in the UAE
Manila has launched an app-based OFW Travel Pass and other digital tools that will let Filipino workers in the UAE secure exit clearances and consular services online, cutting queues and bureaucracy. The change promises quicker mobilisations for UAE employers that rely on Filipino talent.
Red-alert fog disrupts morning commutes and prompts speed-limit cuts across UAE
A rare red-alert fog event on 11 February saw authorities cut highway speed limits and airports implement low-visibility protocols. While widespread flight cancellations were avoided, businesses faced longer commutes and are advised to incorporate weather contingencies into mobility planning.
UAE exempts non-commercial sports bodies from corporate tax, easing athlete mobility
A new cabinet decision removes corporate tax for qualifying non-profit sports organisations, lowering costs for international federations and community clubs that station staff and athletes in the UAE. The move should stimulate new inbound assignments and strengthen the country’s bid to be a global sports-administration hub.