Researchers at United Arab Emirates University have developed a photocatalyst that purifies wastewater of antibiotics while simultaneously producing hydrogen fuel. Under visible LED light, the material degraded over 98 percent of ciprofloxacin within 90 minutes and yielded five times the hydrogen production rate of its individual components.
The UAE has climbed five places to rank 25th among 139 economies in the 2026 Global Innovation Index published by WIPO. The country secured first place worldwide across four indicators, including start-up financing and entrepreneurial policies. It also recorded strong performances in high-tech exports, brand value, and mobile application downloads.
In 2025, Oman exported 4,500 tonnes of squid worth US$11.6 million across 19 countries, with China ranking among the top buyers alongside Vietnam and Malaysia. Total domestic squid landings reached approximately 14,000 tonnes, dominated by traditional artisanal fishing. Oman also imported about 485 tonnes of squid during the year, with Yemen, China, and the UAE serving as the leading suppliers.
The creative industry is becoming an important growth driver for BRICS+ economies, supported by intellectual property, digital technology, and cultural assets, according to an analysis by TV BRICS reported by Bernama. China and the UAE were identified as leading technology-driven development models within the bloc. China accounts for the group's largest creative economy share at US$879 billion.
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