Dubai Customs thwarted 87 attempts to bring in marijuana oil in the first quarter of 2019.
It's a huge spike from the same period last year, with 36 seizures in 2018.
Authorities say they the illegal substance is used in e-cigarettes and vape pens.
The Smart Customs Baggage Inspection System is devised to help officers identify suspicious baggage at Dubai airports, a top official explained.
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince to hold official visit to Ecuador
Abu Dhabi's Crown Prince His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan will begin an official visit to Ecuador on Sunday, at the invitation of President Daniel Noboa.
'Edge of Life' campaign contributions exceed AED460 million in a week
Contributions to the 'Edge of Life' campaign to rescue five million children from hunger have exceeded AED460 million, one week after its launch.
Abu Dhabi trials autonomous freight trucks
Abu Dhabi has launched a pilot project to operate autonomous trucks within Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD).
Dubai Police summons teen riders over dangerous stunts
Dubai Police have intensified night patrolling in residential areas after several teenagers were caught doing dangerous stunts on quad or motor bikes.
