The UAE's renewable energy capacity increased over 63-fold from 129 MW in 2015 to more than 8.2 GW in 2025, according to Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Suhail Al Mazrouei. Clean energy generated 32.4 percent of the nation's electricity in 2025, with a target of reaching 35 percent by 2031. The country plans up to AED 200 billion in clean energy investments through 2030.
The UAE's retirement-income system was upgraded from a C+ to a B grade in the 2026 Global Pension Index published by Marsh and CFA Institute. The nation's score increased to 70.0 from 64.9 in 2025, earning top A grades in both adequacy and integrity. The General Pension and Social Security Authority linked the performance to legislative reforms, including Federal Decree-Law No. 57 of 2023.
More than 175 healthcare organisations gathered at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi for the three-day Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit 2026. Organised by the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi under the theme 'To Sense is to Predict', the event spotlights AI, genetic testing, and advanced diagnostics to detect diseases before symptoms appear. Officials highlighted Abu Dhabi's strategy to shift toward preventive medicine through international technology cooperation.
Immigration law firm Fragomen has detailed key salary requirements governing UAE Golden Visas and private sector work permits. In Dubai, Scientists and Specialists Golden Visa applicants without government nomination must meet a monthly basic salary of AED 30,000 excluding allowances, alongside a two-year prior income history. Additionally, the minimum wage for Emirati nationals working in the private sector stands at AED 6,000 per month as of January 1, 2026.
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