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Expo supports UAE non-oil private area development to quickest since June 2019 – PMI

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The United Arab Emirates’ non-oil private area extended at the quickest pace since June 2019 in October, recording its eleventh consecutive month of development as the Expo world reasonable started in business center Dubai, a review displayed on Wednesday.

The occasionally changed IHS Markit UAE Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), jumped to 55.7 in October from 53.3 in September on the rear of higher spending and the travel industry.

It was over the 50.0 imprint that isolates development from compression and the primary perusing since the beginning of the pandemic that was over the series normal, presently at 54.1.

“The Expo 2020 at long last started in the UAE toward the beginning of October and acquired a profoundly welcome upsurge development across the non-oil private area,” said David Owen, financial expert at overview compiler IHS Markit. Exhibition was deferred for a year because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The yield sub-record rose to 61.1 in October from 57.1 in September while new orders additionally rose notably contrasted with September’s perusing.

“The expansions in both yield and new business were sharp and the most set apart since July 2019. What’s more, the lift to deals drove more organizations to anticipate an ascent in movement throughout the following a year, as idealism leaped to the most elevated level since the start of the pandemic,” Owen said.

Business limit in the non-oil area was under reestablished tension because of rising new requests, prompting a fourth sequential month of developing overabundances of work, yet extending at a barely gentler speed than in September.

Development in the business sub-list was slight and just a bit higher than in September, staying beneath the series normal.

“The vital test for the UAE economy will be whether this underlying inspire sought after from the Expo can be supported throughout the next few months. We likewise stand by to see whether this will reinforce work development, as most recent information showed a curbed pace of recruiting in spite of developing tension on business limit,” Owen said.

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Don’t cross here: Abu Dhabi Police issue fresh warning

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Pedestrians in Abu Dhabi are being reminded to use designated bridges, tunnels and crossings to stay safe and help reduce road accidents, according to Abu Dhabi Police.

The advisory comes as part of GCC Traffic Week 2026, held under the theme “I Cross Safely,” which focuses on improving road safety awareness across the region.

Officials warned that crossing roads from undesignated areas remains a high-risk behaviour, putting both pedestrians and drivers in danger, especially on busy roads where vehicles may not be able to stop in time.

Pedestrian crossings in place

Authorities highlighted that the UAE’s road network includes well-equipped pedestrian bridges, tunnels and marked crossings, designed to ensure safe and smooth movement across major roads.

Shared responsibility

Police are urging residents and visitors alike to follow traffic rules and act responsibly, stressing that road safety depends on collective efforts from both pedestrians and motorists.

For residents, the message is simple: use the right crossing points to stay safe and avoid unnecessary risks.

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US issues advisory in UAE after security alerts

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The US Mission to the UAE has advised American expats in the country to remain alert following warnings of potential aerial threats.

The guidance comes after alerts issued by the UAE Ministry of Interior, with officials confirming that recent aerial threats were successfully intercepted.

A Level 3 Reconsider Travel advisory from the US Department of State remains in place, urging citizens to exercise increased caution while in the country.

Embassy operations continue with adjustments

The US Embassy Abu Dhabi and Consulate in Dubai remain open but are operating with reduced staffing under an ordered departure status, with non-essential personnel temporarily relocated.

Routine visa services are currently suspended, although emergency consular services remain available.

What US expats should know?

Authorities have encouraged citizens to stay informed through official channels and be prepared to follow safety instructions if needed, including temporary shelter-in-place measures.

Precautionary advice includes:

  • Staying away from windows during incidents
  • Keeping basic emergency supplies ready
  • Maintaining communication with family members

Officials say the situation is being closely monitored, with further updates expected as needed. UAE authorities have emphasised that response systems are active and effective, with safety remaining a top priority.

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Pakistan restores passport services in UAE after 8-day disruption

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Passport services at Pakistani missions in the UAE have resumed, bringing relief to thousands of expats affected by a recent outage.

The Consulate General of Pakistan and Embassy of Pakistan confirmed that passport services are now fully operational as of Tuesday, May 5.

The disruption, which lasted around eight days, was caused by a technical fault at the Directorate General of Immigration and Passports (DGI & P) headquarters in Islamabad, leading to a temporary suspension of passport services at missions abroad from April 29.

What should applicants do now?

Officials have advised applicants to visit embassies and consulates during designated service hours to complete passport applications and renewals.

Wider impact across the Gulf

The outage affected Pakistani missions across multiple countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman and Kuwait, leaving many unable to process documents during the disruption.

Pakistanis expats can now move forward, easing pressure for those needing urgent travel or documentation.

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