From a fisheries firm to Abu Dhabi’s most valuable company — the rise of International Holding Company. UAE Today Editorial | Business & Investment Few corporate stories in the region are as extraordinary as that of the International Holding Company, or IHC. In just a few years, it transformed from a modest fisheries business into
Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) has emerged as one of the UAE’s fastest-rising investment destinations, powered by the award-winning Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ), a strong manufacturing base and headline projects such as Al Marjan Island. Backed by zero personal income tax, 100% foreign ownership and a location just 45 minutes from Dubai, the emirate
South African investment in Dubai exceeded AED1 billion (US$294 million) over the past five years, reflecting growing economic ties between the two markets, a senior Dubai Chambers official said. Speaking to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of the Dubai–South Africa Business Forum in Johannesburg, Salem Al Shamsi, Executive Vice President of International
Global travel trade leaders and decision-makers have expressed absolute confidence in the robust future and unmatched resilience of the UAE tourism sector, projecting an imminent, seamless rebound that will outpace global market trends. During their participation in the high-profile “Engage by Elevate online 2026”, organized by Elevate World, global industry giants reaffirmed that the UAE
Umm Al Quwain (UAQ) is one of the UAE’s quietest yet most cost-effective business destinations. Anchored by the award-winning UAQ Free Trade Zone — recognised among the best free zones for startups and SMEs — and the UAQ Chamber of Commerce & Industry, the emirate offers entrepreneurs an affordable, low-overhead base just 30 to 45
The energy giant powering Abu Dhabi’s past — and fuelling its future. UAE Today Editorial | Business & Energy At the heart of the UAE’s prosperity lies one of the world’s most important energy companies: ADNOC. The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company has been central to the nation’s rise since its founding, transforming the emirate’s
The smallest emirate, with a charm and pace all its own. UAE Today Editorial | City Guide In a country known for superlatives, Ajman makes its mark by being the smallest — and proving that size is no measure of character. The most compact of the seven emirates packs heritage, golden beaches, and an easygoing
