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Escalating Middle East instability has forced international airlines to cancel routes and reroute approximately 1,150 flights daily. Carriers including Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, and European operators have suspended or postponed services to hubs like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Riyadh.
Philippine Airlines announced it will resume nonstop passenger services between Manila and Dubai on October 2, 2026. The route had been suspended for months due to military strikes and regional airspace hazards. Flights will initially run four times per week.
A delegation of 15 women entrepreneurs from China concluded a two-week official visit to the UAE focused on commercial and investment ties. Jointly organized by the UAE General Women's Union and the UAE Embassy in Beijing, the delegates attended the Sharjah-China Businesswomen Forum. Discussions focused on exploring joint ventures and high-value bilateral enterprise partnerships.
Dubai Customs has extended the customs duty suspension period on eligible declarations by 60 days, bringing the total suspension period to 180 days. The provision covers duty suspension arrangements expiring between 27 February 2026 and 31 October 2026. Eligible categories include re-export goods, temporary admissions, and transit shipments.
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