The UAE government has launched four new specialized visit visas targeting professionals and visitors in AI, cruise tourism, events, and entertainment sectors to boost business and tourism.
China has warned of potential retaliation against the UK after London proposed legislation that would regulate foreign influence, including elements of Chinese security operations.
Following nearly 500 arrests at a pro-Palestinian vigil in London, the UK government is preparing new laws to restrict repeated protests, citing public safety and community disruption concerns.
The US federal government has officially entered a shutdown after Congress failed to pass a crucial funding bill before the deadline. Essential services will continue, but hundreds of thousands of federal workers face furloughs or unpaid work.
Global investment firm KKR has invested in ADNOC’s gas pipeline infrastructure, signaling a major push to expand its footprint in the Middle East energy sector.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang expressed frustration over delays in the Trump-backed UAE chip deal, raising concerns over AI and semiconductor expansion.
UK Finance Minister Rachel Reeves announced plans to ease visa rules to attract top global talent, following Trump’s U.S. visa restrictions.
The UAE pressed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to support Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan and warned against annexation of the West Bank.
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed met OpenAI CEO Sam Altman to explore collaboration in AI, aiming to boost innovation and digital transformation.
Delays in Donald Trump’s UAE chip deal have left Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang frustrated, raising concerns about global chip supply chains and AI ambitions.