The UAE has been ranked first in the Arab World in the Global Competitiveness Report for 2019.
The report, which was released at the World Economic Forum in Davos, assesses the landscape of 141 economies around the world.
Globally the emirates was ranked 25th, gaining two positions from the last year.
Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, the UAE's Minister of Economy, said it was a new important milestone ''that would be added to the many landmark achievements made by the UAE".
Emirates announces AED4.1 billion pre-tax profit in H1 2026
Emirates Group has posted a pre-tax profit of AED4.1 billion in the first half of 2026/2027.
Disney's Pixar names Jonathan Garson president as Jim Morris steps back
Pixar Animation Studios announced on Wednesday that veteran Jonathan Garson will become president on January 4, replacing Jim Morris, who will step back from day-to-day leadership ahead of his eventual retirement.
DIP Holding places final IPO price
The final offer price for DIP Holding’s initial public offering (IPO) has been set at AED 1.12 per share following stronger investor demand.
Gulfood Manufacturing brings global industry leaders to Dubai
Food security, domestic production and supply chain resilience are taking centre stage in Dubai as Gulfood Manufacturing 2026 brings together manufacturers, technology providers and industry leaders from around the world.
ADNOC Gas signs five-year LNG supply agreement with TotalEnergies
ADNOC Gas and its subsidiaries on Tuesday announced a five-year liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply agreement with TotalEnergies for up to 1.6 million tonnes of LNG.
New traffic regulations in the UAE will introduce tighter rules on vehicle registration, electric scooter use and road safety from January 1, 2027.
Travel between Sharjah and Dubai is set to become smoother with the opening of the first phase of a major road development project designed to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion.
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has announced the Dubai-it Award for six winners across diverse sectors.
