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Abu Dhabi’s Aldar records best quarter ever on deals, with Dh2.69b in Q3-21

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Occupied offplan dispatch plan is actually benefiting Aldar, and drawing in more youthful purchaser

Dubai: Abu Dhabi ace engineer Aldar is feeling the full advantages from consistent off arrangement dispatches and its expectation on conveying progressing projects. Net benefit for the initial nine months of 2021 are at Dh1.54 billion – and that comes from a 28 percent year-on-year increment.

In the July to end September period, the organization recorded improvement deals of Dh2.69 billion – its most noteworthy ever in any quarter. A “enhancing private purchaser and financial backer profile with expanding number of more youthful and female purchasers” was refered to by the engineer for the business spike.

“Aldar’s solid monetary and working presentation this year proceeded into Q3, mirroring our capacity to support development,” said Talal Al Dhiyebi, Group CEO. “As post-pandemic recuperation built up speed, our enhanced organizations kept on bouncing back at pace, with the second from last quarter conveying Dh2.69 billion being developed deals, supplemented by strong renting movement for our retail and business venture property portfolios.”

Aldar was the main designer in the UAE to get once again into offplan dispatch mode after the COVID-19 made break and it has kept the dispatches coming through occasionally this year too, focussed for the most part on the Yas Island.

“We hope to see working exercises across our business and retail resources keep on developing in accordance with the macroeconomic recuperation that is well in progress,” the CEO added. “Aldar keeps on looking for alluring and worth accretive speculation freedoms to develop our arrangement of working resources and we intend to carry all the more new advancements to the market, driven by our extending customer base, including abroad financial backers.”

Last quarter, the Abu Dhabi organization additionally made a drive into Egypt through a proposal for SODIC, one of the greater players in that market.

Income gains in same direction

With initial nine-month improvement deals at Dh6.14 billion, Aldar’s general incomes for the period was Dh6.32 billion, up 8 percent on 2020. Net benefits were at Dh2.43 billion. (In another enormous silver lining, the income accumulation likewise hit a record Dh5.86 billion, “supporting future income perceivability”.) All of the new deals age is assisting Aldar with hardening its money position, which was parted between Dh3.6 billion of unlimited money and Dh4 billion in undrawn submitted offices. These will assist with ‘feasible long haul development openings,” the designer said.

Obviously, the retail portfolio – with resources like Yas Mall – likewise recorded a ricochet back, with higher footfall and deals coming to up to “close pre-Covid” levels.

Update on Egypt bargain

Aldar is as yet anticipating administrative leeway in Egypt for the SODIC securing. Aldar has lined up with another Abu Dhabi substance – ADQ – in setting up the deal.

It was recently that Aldar talked about a section into new business sectors, mirroring an adjustment of its functional model and a selective spotlight on its headquarters.

SODIC is one of the greater names in the Egypt land space, with a portfolio that ranges for the most part upscale masterplanned networks.

Closer home

Aldar additionally sees openings opening up to gain huge land banks in Abu Dhabi – and somewhere else in the UAE. That would incorporate retail and instructive resources just as private, as per Fewer. Additionally, there will a nearer investigation of potential outcomes in the coordinations and warehousing, which after the pandemic drove interruption has become hot property.

“We think there is opportunities for loads of combination in Abu Dhabi,” said Greg Fewer, Chief Financial and Sustainability Officer. “Aldar has the solid capacity to make groundbreaking acquisitions.”

Obviously, it has the money close by to make those arrangements conceivable, when one appears The close to Dh7 billion has its employments. “Stay fluid when enormous portfolios become accessible out of nowhere,” said Fewer.

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Sharjah Police share simple ways to prevent home and car thefts

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Sharjah Police has launched a new awareness campaign aimed at reducing home burglaries and vehicle theft across the emirate.

The initiative, titled Your Belongings Are Your Responsibility, is being carried out in partnership with Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority as part of broader efforts to strengthen public safety and encourage community vigilance.

Focus on prevention and awareness

Authorities say the campaign is designed to remind residents that simple precautionary measures can significantly reduce theft risks.

The awareness drive encourages people to:

  • Properly secure homes and doors
  • Lock vehicles at all times
  • Avoid leaving valuables visible inside cars
  • Stay alert and report suspicious activity

Multilingual awareness messages

As part of the rollout, safety messages will be shared through multiple communication channels to ensure they reach a wide audience across Sharjah.

The campaign will also include:

  • Multilingual awareness brochures
  • Outreach targeting workers’ accommodations
  • Digital safety content across social media platforms

Sharjah Police stressed that public cooperation remains essential in preventing crime and protecting communities.

Authorities added that vigilance, awareness and responsible behaviour all play a key role in reducing theft incidents and improving overall security across the emirate.

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New survey shows strong quality of life in Dubai

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Life in Dubai continues to rank highly among residents, with 95% saying the city is their preferred place to live, according to the latest survey by the Community Development Authority.

The findings from the 2024–2025 Social Survey paint a picture of a city where happiness, safety and social connection remain key strengths, with overall life satisfaction reaching 8.72 out of 10.

A city that people are proud to call home

The survey shows that 96.4% of residents feel proud to live in Dubai, while the overall happiness score stands at 8.6, reflecting strong confidence in the quality of life across the emirate.

For expats, who make up a large share of the population, these figures highlight Dubai’s continued appeal as a place to live, work and build a future.

Family and community at the core

Strong family ties remain a defining feature, with the Family Bond Index exceeding 95%, while 84% of residents say they have someone to rely on in times of need.

Community engagement is also growing, with volunteering rates rising to over 13%, signalling a shift towards a more connected and socially active population.

Inclusive and connected living

The survey points to broad inclusivity across society:

  • Over 90% of People of Determination feel integrated
  • Similar levels report access to education and essential services
  • Nearly 99% of residents have internet access at home

Happiness among senior citizens also remains high, at nearly 87%, reflecting support across different age groups.

Shaping future policies

Officials say the results support the goals of the Dubai Social Agenda 2033 and the UAE’s Year of the Family, with a focus on strengthening social cohesion and wellbeing.

According to Hessa bint Essa Buhumaid, the survey serves as a key tool to guide policy, helping authorities respond to evolving community needs.

For those living in Dubai, the findings reinforce the emirate’s position as a city focused not just on growth, but on quality of life, stability and community wellbeing.

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UAE marks 50 years of Armed Forces unification with tributes from leaders

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The UAE has marked a major national milestone, as leaders paid tribute to the country’s Armed Forces on the 50th anniversary of their unification, recognising their role in shaping the nation’s security and stability.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan praised the “courageous men and women” who continue to safeguard the country, describing their dedication as a source of pride for everyone who calls the UAE home.

In a message shared on X, he highlighted the significance of the anniversary as a defining moment in the country’s history, reflecting on five decades of service and commitment.

Cornerstone of national unity

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, also marked the occasion, praising the Armed Forces for their decades of service, sacrifice and national duty.

In a speech commemorating the 50th anniversary of unification, he highlighted the role of the Armed Forces in strengthening the UAE’s global standing and protecting its achievements.

He described them as an “impregnable fortress” that has safeguarded the nation’s pride, dignity and stability, while honouring the dedication of those who have served since unification in 1976.

“We gather today to celebrate the golden jubilee of the decision to unify the UAE Armed Forces,” he said, reflecting on a milestone that continues to shape the country’s security and unity.

Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister of the UAE and Chairman of the Presidential Court, described the Armed Forces as the nation’s “shield and backbone,” honouring generations who have contributed to protecting the country and its people.

Rulers of Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah also paid rich tributes to the Armed Forces.

Turning point

The unification of the Armed Forces in 1976 is widely seen as a turning point in the UAE’s development, helping strengthen national unity and build a coordinated defence system across the emirates.

For residents and expats alike, the milestone serves as a reminder of the stability and safety that underpin daily life in the UAE, factors that continue to support its growth as a global destination for living and working.

As the country looks ahead, leaders emphasised confidence in the future, building on a legacy of security, unity and resilience.

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