Local News from Sunday, November 8th, 2026
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UAE's foreign trade approaches record AED 3 trillion mark in nine months
The UAE's foreign trade has approached a record AED 3 trillion during the first nine months of 2026, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, announced on Sunday.
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RTA opens 1,650-metre Al Khaleej Street Tunnel
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened the Al Khaleej Street Tunnel on Sunday under the Al Shindagha Corridor Improvement Project.
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UAE President sends Diwali greetings in special message
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has congratulated all communities celebrating Diwali, the Indian festival of lights, in the UAE and worldwide.
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Sheikh Abdullah congratulates Venezuelan FM on appointment
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has congratulated Oliver Blanco on his appointment as Minister of People's Power for Foreign Affairs and International Trade of Venezuela.
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UAE National Guard rescues 22 from cargo ship fire in Sea of Oman
The UAE National Guard announced on Sunday it rescued 22 crew members from a fire that broke out aboard a cargo ship in the Sea of Oman.
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UAE postpones vehicle licensing limit for residentsThe UAE Ministry of Interior has postponed the introduction of a limit on the number of vehicles residents can license, pending a further review of the proposed regulations.
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UAE Government Annual Meetings key to reviewing national priorities
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has described the UAE Government Annual Meetings as an important opportunity to review national priorities, assess government performance and address key challenges.
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New pedestrian bridge links Dubai Mall Metro Station and Coca-Cola ArenaA new pedestrian bridge linking Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station with Coca-Cola Arena at City Walk is set to open on Tuesday, improving access to the area and helping manage crowds during major events.
