The President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has appointed a new governor of the UAE Central Bank.
Abdulhamid Saeed has more than 35 years of experience in banking and finance, having held board positions with Mubadala Investment Company, First Abu Dhabi Bank, Abu Dhabi Developmental Holding Company, Emirates Investment Authority, Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and Sky News Arabia.
He gained his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Arizona, USA.
Dubai approves AED 18 billion development package, including 15 km elevated road
A strategic corridor parallel to Sheikh Zayed Road, featuring a 15 km-long elevated carriageway with three lanes in each direction, is among key projects approved by Dubai’s Executive Council, alongside AED 18 billion worth of broader development initiatives.
UAE rolls out 'Accident-Free Summer' road safety drive
The UAE Ministry of Interior, through the Federal Traffic Council, has launched its third traffic safety campaign of 2026, under the slogan 'Accident-Free Summer'.
UAE and Chad Presidents discuss strengthening cooperation
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Chad's leader Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno have discussed ways to strengthen partnership across a range of key sectors, including economy, trade, development and renewable energy.
DXB braces for three million travellers as summer getaway begins
Dubai International Airport (DXB) is preparing for one of its busiest periods of the year, with around three million passengers expected to pass through its terminals during the first half of July.
