UAE News from Wednesday, October 21st, 2026

The UAE has formally nominated Minister of State Lana Zaki Nusseibeh as a candidate to become the next Secretary-General of the United Nations.

A UAE-led international operation targeting organised cyber crime has identified more than $39 billion in funds and digital currencies linked to fraudulent activities.

His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the UAE, has met with Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s official visit to Greece will highlight efforts to strengthen bilateral ties as the UAE and Greece mark 50 years of diplomatic relations.

Motorists in Dubai will see revised speed limits on five key roads from November 1, with limits increasing on three streets and decreasing on two.

Dubai Police have impounded 1,630 vehicles and issued 7,735 fines during the first nine months of 2026 as part of a crackdown on excessive vehicle noise and illegal modifications.

Abu Dhabi's health authority has signed an agreement with Isomorphic Labs to collaborate on AI-enabled drug discovery research and explore innovation frameworks for pre-clinical research.

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has directed the invitation of 500 professionals from five future-driven sectors to take part in Dubai Future Week this November.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has discussed ways to strengthen ties with Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, with partnerships in higher education and health sectors inked on Wednesday.

The UAE's Cybersecurity Council has announced that it detected and countered nearly 750,000 attempted cyberattacks in the past period.

The UAE's Ministry of Climate Change and Environment said initial assessments showed no signs of concern following reports of unusual odour across the country, adding that investigations will continue to determine what caused it.