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Dubai Metro is planning 29 new station locations across two upcoming routes, the Blue Line and the Gold Line, according to Time Out Dubai. The Blue Line is scheduled to launch in 2029, followed by the Gold Line in 2032. Key commercial and residential destinations, including Dragon Mart in International City, will gain direct rail connectivity.
The UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has announced an updated phased enforcement procedure for employers who delay salary payments under the Wage Protection System. Electronic monitoring will flag delays and issue automatic alerts before formal sanctions take effect. The system currently processes more than Dh37 billion in private sector wages each month.
The 47th edition of Big 5 Global will take place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from November 23 to 26, 2026. Supported by UAE federal and local government authorities, the industry exhibition will spotlight supply chain resilience, technology advancement, sustainable transformation, and workforce capabilities across the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia.
Foreign buyers in Dubai can obtain a 10-year Golden Visa by investing at least AED 2 million in one or more properties, including off-plan units from approved developers. According to TNT Magazine, mortgaged properties qualify if a bank confirms AED 2 million has been paid, with published processing fees around AED 9,885. Holders can sponsor family and remain outside the UAE for more than six months without losing residency.
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