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Industry News
Source: Gulf Business

UAE Stops Oil Leak from GEM NO. 2 Tanker Amid Coastal Clean-Up

UAE authorities have brought an oil leak from the tanker GEM NO. 2 under control, confirming no new leakage has been detected at the source. Marine, aerial, and satellite surveillance continue alongside mechanical and dispersant clean-up operations along affected coastal areas in northern emirates. Officials confirmed that marine pollution density has significantly decreased and public drinking water remains safe.

Middle East Travel Alerts
Source: Gulf Today

UAE Eases Entry Restrictions for Travelers Arriving from Uganda

Dubai authorities announced the Dubai Access Club on November 5, 2026, granting international travellers a five-year multi-entry tourist visa alongside Dh2,000 in merchant perks. The membership requires an upfront fee of Dh4,032.50, plus an additional Dh650 fee for applicants applying inside the UAE. The service is integrated into the Visit Dubai platform, with visa issuance managed by the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs.

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