The UAE has increased fuel prices sharply for April 2026 amid rising oil prices globally, following the Middle East conflict and closure of Strait of Hormuz by Iran.
The United Arab Emirates affirms that it is in a state of defence in response to the brutal and unprovoked Iranian aggression, which included the launch of more than 1,400 ballistic missiles and drones targeting infrastructure and civilian sites, resulting in civilian deaths and injuries.
Air India and Air India Express continue scheduled flights to Jeddah and Muscat as Saudi and Omani airspace remain open. Due to wider West Asia restrictions, both airlines added March 8 non-scheduled flights, including extra services between Delhi, Mumbai and Dubai, and 30 additional India–UAE flights.
Adnoc confirms ongoing operations amid regional disruptions, activating safety protocols, managing offshore production, using alternative export routes, maintaining onshore activities, and proactively communicating with customers to ensure supply continuity and protect people, assets, and facilities.
The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism confirmed that, despite regional developments, hotels, resorts, landmarks, and shopping centers remain open, operating under regulatory guidelines with continuous monitoring and strict adherence to safety and quality standards.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan affirmed that all is well in the UAE and that the country will remain strong thanks to the solidarity of its society and the efficiency of its military and civil institutions.
The United Arab Emirates and Japan have agreed on the final provisions of a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), the first of its kind for Japan with an Arab country.
The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security has decided to exempt individuals who were unable to travel from fines for delayed departures due to exceptional circumstances currently affecting the region, which led to the closure of airspace and the temporary suspension of a number of flights.
The UAE’s real estate market is one of the Gulf’s most resilient markets and is able to absorb geopolitical shocks thanks to its diversified investment base and openness to global capital flows, according to an expert.
Dubai South, the largest single-urban master development focused on aviation, logistics and real estate, has welcomed a new distribution facility by Hellmann Calipar Healthcare Logistics (HCHL) at its Logistics District.
