Abu Dhabi has been named the world's least congested capital city in 2019.
That's according to the TomTom Traffic Index, where 416 cities were analysed and ranked according to their traffic situation.
The ninth annual edition of the report also shows that congestion in Dubai has improved.
Meanwhile, Bengaluru in India was named the most congested city with drivers expected to spend an average of 71 per cent extra travel time due to traffic.
Dubai's new 80km road corridor to boost inter-emirate connectivity
Dubai is moving ahead with a major new road project designed to strengthen the emirate’s transport network and improve connectivity with neighbouring emirates.
Dubai strengthens cybersecurity dialogue with GISEC Global
GISEC Global 2026, the largest and most influential cybersecurity event in the Middle East and North Africa, has opened in Dubai, bringing together governments, industry leaders and technology experts from more than 180 countries.
UAE shuts down 200 social media accounts for unlicensed recruitment
As many as 200 social media accounts were closed during the first half of 2026 for offering domestic worker services illegally, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) announced on Wednesday.
UAE Floating Hospital admits 11 new patients from Gaza
The UAE Floating Hospital in Egypt's Al-Arish has started the treatment for 11 new patients from the Gaza Strip.
