Author: Editorial team
BEIJING, 8th April, 2026 (WAM) — China’s foreign exchange reserves stood at US$3.3421 trillion at the end of March 2026, down US$85.7 billion, or 2.5 percent, from the end of February, official data showed on Tuesday. The State Administration of Foreign Exchange noted that in March, the US dollar index rose, while prices of major global financial assets declined, influenced by the global macroeconomic environment, monetary policies of major economies, and market expectations. The combined effects of exchange rate conversion and changes in asset prices led to a decrease in China’s foreign exchange reserves during the month, the administration said.…
After weeks of heavy downpours, earlier in the UAE, residents can expect more showers in the coming days — this time arriving in intermittent spells across different parts of the country at varying times. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast rainfall starting Thursday, with conditions expected to remain unstable through to Monday. The forecast comes after late March saw what many described as “unprecedented” rainfall, causing flooding in low-lying areas and disrupting daily life across few emirates. Clouds are set to move in from the west at intervals, bringing light to moderate rain across scattered areas, with occasional…
A restaurant in Dubai is offering up to 75 per cent off, but the deal depends less on what you order and more on who you walk in with. Anna’s by Jimmydixs, located at Barcelo Hotel in Al Jadaf, has rolled out a weekday promotion that ties discounts to your company. Come with family and you get 50 per cent off. Arrive with your wife, it rises to 55 per cent. A girlfriend takes it to 60, and bringing more than two pushes it to 65. The promotion runs from Sunday to Thursday, between 6pm and 1.30am, and includes complimentary…
ABU DHABI, 3rd April, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Chess Club & Mind Games will host the UAE Rapid Chess Championship for youth, men, and women from April 11 to 12. In an official statement, the club confirmed that over 150 players representing 18 clubs will participate. The event begins on April 11 with the under-16 youth competitions for both males and females. The tournament will also serve as a platform to identify top talent in the under-10, under-12, and under-14 age categories. The following day will feature the rapid chess competitions for the men’s and women’s divisions. The…
SHARJAH, 7th April, 2026 (WAM) — Coinciding with World Health Day, observed annually on April 7th, the Sharjah Award for Voluntary Work (SAVW) emphasised that health-related work is a fundamental pillar for enhancing quality of life and building a more informed society. This is achieved through supporting specialised volunteering in awareness, prevention, and community support, and by empowering individuals and institutions to provide effective health services that elevate the sector and strengthen social responsibility. On the occasion of World Health Day, the award stressed the importance of establishing a culture of volunteering within the health sector, considering it a vital…
DUBAI, 7th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Government of Dubai Legal Affairs Department reported a surge in the number of licenced international legal consultancy firms in the emirate during the first quarter of 2026. The total number of licenced international firms reached 86 by the end of March, a 2.3% increase compared to the end of 2025. The Department also recorded a 100% sustainability rate in registration and licencing operations. According to the Department’s quarterly report, the first quarter saw 89 new legal consultants being registered, bringing the total number of practising legal consultants to 3,433 across 139 licenced legal…
Some businesses in Dubai are seeing drops in trade licence renewal costs, with savings reaching up to 50 per cent in some cases, Khaleej Times has learnt. The lower costs are also prompting many firms to renew their licences a few months in advance. Industry operators said that the trend has picked up pace in recent days. “We are seeing more businesses coming in early to renew their licences,” Mohammed Dawood Shahabudeen from Seven City Document Clearing said. “Even companies whose licences are due to expire in the next four to six months are choosing to renew now.” The licence…
Dubai’s hospitality scene has entered its “workation” era and we’re so here for it. Who doesn’t want an “office” that comes with pool access, spa discounts and a skyline or sea view? Recently, hotels across the UAE have started actively promoting irresistible offers for remote workers and hybrid employees with packages that blur the lines between work and holiday. So, here are some of the best work-from-hotel offers to check out right now: Fairmont The Palm For those who can’t quite switch off but are done with working from the dining table, the Fairmont Workation offers a considered middle ground.…
ABU DHABI, 7th April, 2026 (WAM) — Space42 has confirmed that all Thuraya services and infrastructure remain fully intact. It added, “We continue with our mission, with no disruption to customers and partners.” Source: Emirates News Agency
The Al Mamzar Corniche development project is now 88 per cent complete and progressing in line with its delivery timelines. The milestone was confirmed during a field visit by Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality, who inspected construction progress, supply chains, and operational readiness of the project. He said that the project represents a “significant step” in redefining public beach development. “It introduces a new generation of integrated coastal destinations that combine architectural excellence, environmental preservation, and climate adaptability, while delivering sustainable social and economic value,” he said. “This reinforces Dubai’s leadership as a global tourism destination…