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Britain's Minister for Trade Chris Bryant takes a photo with Jasem Al Budaiwi, secretary general of the GCC. Getty Images
EditorialUK-Gulf deal is a needed boost for free trade globally

As established pacts falter, free trade is realigning in regional, bilateral or trilateral formats

EditorialMay 22, 2026
The Barakah nuclear power plant in Al Dhafra region was the target of drones launched from Iraqi territory. Photo: Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation
EditorialAfter Barakah, Iraq's neighbours need reassurance

Attacks coming from Iraqi territory risk creating an unprecedented catastrophe in the Middle East

EditorialMay 21, 2026
The UAE has a track record of successfully powering government services with AI, such as the TAMM app in Abu Dhabi. Photo: TAMM
EditorialThe UAE is on a journey to see what Agentic AI can do

A programme to train 80,000 workers on this technology shows the country moving from digital government to next-generation government

EditorialMay 20, 2026
A drone strike caused a fire near the perimeter of the UAE's nuclear power plant on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation
CommentBarakah strike was an attack on the future of peaceful nuclear energy

Targeting the UAE plant is a dangerous escalation the world cannot afford

EditorialMay 18, 2026
President Sheikh Mohamed and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during their meeting in Abu Dhabi. UAE Presidential Court
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EditorialNarendra Modi's visit shows UAE-India ties are evolving with the times

In a fragmenting world, there is an opportunity for both countries to shape global outcomes

EditorialMay 18, 2026
A girl at a demonstration in the occupied West Bank on Tuesday holds a mockup of a traditional key, symbolising the homes lost by Palestinians in the Nakba of 1948. AFP
EditorialThe Nakba is a rolling crisis for the Palestinians

Today's destruction of Gaza and ongoing settler-led anarchy in the West Bank are reminiscent of Israeli actions in 1948

EditorialMay 15, 2026
Syrian President Ahmad Al Sharaa, centre, with UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade Thani Al Zeyoudi on Tuesday at the Syrian-Emirati Investment Forum in Damascus. Sana
EditorialInvesting in Syria means banking on the country's future

A revitalised economy would support the country’s transition away from conflict

EditorialMay 14, 2026
US President Donald Trump pictured with China's President Xi Jinping in Osaka, Japan on June 29, 2019. Reuters
EditorialHow Xi's meeting with Trump may spur Iran war progress

China is one of the few countries equipped to play a decisive role in moving the situation forward

EditorialMay 13, 2026
A man crosses the Ahrar Bridge along the Tigris in Baghdad on May 4. Unlike some of its fellow energy producers, Iraq lacks the financial cushion of trillion-dollar sovereign wealth fundsy. AFP
EditorialWhy Iraq has more to lose from the Iran war than most

Baghdad is caught between an acute shock to the global oil economy as well as its own chronic challenges

EditorialMay 12, 2026
A technician carries out AI-based cervical cancer screening at a test facility in Wuhan, China. AFP
EditorialMedical AI must be for everyone

Without widespread adoption, even revolutionary tools can fail to live up to their potential

EditorialMay 11, 2026
Visitors view an installation by South African artist Senzeni Marasela at the 61st Venice Biennale on Wednesday. The event has been dogged by controversy. AFP
EditorialArt is there to challenge and be challenged

Withdrawals and resignations at the Venice Biennale reflect the fractious world we live in

EditorialMay 08, 2026
The MV Hondius anchored off the coast of Cape Verde on Tuesday after local authorities denied the boat permission to dock, citing public health concerns. Reuters
EditorialHow one stranded ship is posing questions for global health

The hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise liner is a fast-moving logistical, legal and medical challenge

EditorialMay 07, 2026
A UAE Armed Forces honour guard. The military’s latest interceptions of Iranian drones and missiles build on months of frontline defence. Abdulla Al Bedwawi / UAE Presidential Court
EditorialThe UAE military operates with the trust of the people

Servicemen and women are marking the Emirates' 50th Armed Forces Unification Day

EditorialMay 06, 2026
The Make it in the Emirates summit in Abu Dhabi this week is putting the spotlight firmly on Emirati manufacturing. Antonie Robertson / The National
EditorialHow the UAE is securing its sovereignty

The country is using energy, industry and technology to enhance a self-reliant but globally connected economy

EditorialMay 05, 2026
More than 1,000 companies, and many more participants, are expected to convene in Abu Dhabi over the next four days. Antonie Robertson / The National
EditorialDon't confuse the UAE’s prudence with protectionism

Make it in the Emirates will help the country look outwards with even greater confidence

EditorialMay 04, 2026
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