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Tasks of the 50: UAE consents to arrangements to dispatch fourth modern transformation program

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Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Sarah Bint Yousef Al Amiri, Minister of State for Advanced Technology and Omar Suwaina Al Suwaidi, Under-Secretary of Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology with representatives of 12 industrial entities at the launch of Fourth Industrial Revolution Programme, known as “UAE Industry 4.0”. Image Credit: WAM
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Program means to increment modern efficiency by 30% and add Dh25b to GDP

UAE’s Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) marked Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) with 12 modern elements and the Departments of Economic Development of Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Ajman to launch the recently reported Fourth Industrial Revolution Program, known as “UAE Industry 4.0”.

Dispatched as a feature of Projects of the 50 recently, “UAE Industry 4.0” will speed up the combination of 4IR arrangements and applications across the UAE’s modern area, upgrading UAE’s generally speaking modern intensity, driving down costs, expanding usefulness and effectiveness, upgrading quality, further developing wellbeing and making new positions.

The program intends to increment modern usefulness by 30% and add Dh25 billion to the public GDP.

“In accordance with our administration’s vision, the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology centers around expanding the modern area’s commitment to the public GDP, empowering financial expansion and changing to an information based economy, said Sultan Al Jaber, UAE Minister for Industry and Advanced Technology and ADNOC CEO.

Champions 4.0 Network

The drive incorporates the foundation of the ‘Champions 4.0 Network’ , in which driving neighborhood and global organizations will join to share best practice in the arrangement of 4IR advances across the UAE’s modern area. Taking part elements incorporate the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), EDGE, Honeywell, Unilever, Ericsson, Schneider Electric, Emirates Global Aluminum, Microsoft, CISCO, SAP, AVEVA and Siemens.

The betwork will then, at that point, support the making of 100 “beacons”, or WEF-classified I4.0 associations, by 2031, while likewise developing the ideal business climate to build up or draw in 500 tech organizations by that very year. These anchor organizations will assist with driving usefulness, development and proficiency in their individual areas. One more key mainstay of the organization, is a program that will distinguish, survey and afterward help 200 organizations ready for Industry 4.0 change.

“UAE flaunts a dynamic modern area, one that has made a huge commitment to our quick financial turn of events. What’s more, with the cooperation between our public, private and scholarly areas, we have cultivated an empowering modern environment” said Al Jaber.

“UAE Industry 4.0 will expand on these skills to speed up the course of financial expansion currently in progress,” he added.

Zero in on tech-concentrated areas

The first-of-its-sort program in the Middle East will zero in on two equal tracks: fabricating an establishment for innovation inside existing enterprises in the UAE and cultivating the advancement of new, innovation escalated businesses.

Sarah Al Amiri, UAE Minister of State for Advanced Technology, said: “UAE Industry 4.0 is the foundation, and the initial step, on which we try to propel the public modern area and empower complete and reasonable financial development.”

“From the beginning, UAE Industry 4.0 was intended to expand on our current qualities including the UAE’s I4.0 guidelines and light-footed strategy improvement system, different anchor ventures and a-list ICT foundation, while utilizing organizations from across areas and businesses to catch the guarantee of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, ” said Al Amiri.

“Accordingly, the comprehensive and accomplice based program is intended to make drives that bring issues to light, energize information sharing and data, help ability and range of abilities improvement and, critically, offer impetuses and admittance to financing through significant elements, for example, the AED5bn as of late designated by the Emirates Development Bank for cutting edge innovation,” she added.

Al Amiri added, “The arrangements marked today with our financial improvement accomplices in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Ajman, will uphold the advancement of 4IR arrangements across the UAE’s modern area.”

She proceeded to say, “Close by our accomplices from the DEDs, through making the Champions 4.0 Network we mean to help arising, little and medium-sized organizations in embracing cutting edge innovation. Through a progression of exercises and studios our heroes will grandstand effective uses and best acts of 4IR and assume a significant part in driving the innovative change of the public modern area.”

“Eventually,” Al Amiri closed, “by onboarding our monetary advancement accomplices and bosses of industry today, we are laying the preparation to work with an empowering modern environment which can help the 4IR abilities that will be basic to the maintainable financial improvement of our country.”

UAE Industry 4.0 has been intended to add to UAE’s authority’s vision illustrated in the Principles of the 50 – building the best and most unique economy on the planet, zeroing in on human resources, and solidifying the situation of the country as a worldwide center for computerized, specialized, and logical greatness over the course of the following 50 years and then some.

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Abu Dhabi moves to 100% digital payments from April 1 at all customer service centres

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In a major step toward digital transformation, the Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport has announced it will stop accepting cash payments across all its customer service centres starting April 1, 2026.

Residents will now be required to pay all service fees through approved digital platforms such as TAMM, DARI, and Smarthub, or via credit cards at service centres.

The move marks a significant shift towards a fully cashless system across all entities under DMT, aimed at improving efficiency, reducing processing times, and enhancing the overall customer experience.

While cash payments will no longer be accepted, authorities noted that in exceptional cases, payments may still be made via direct bank deposits or secure digital payment links sent to customers’ phones.

The transition is part of Abu Dhabi’s broader push to adopt smart, seamless government services and accelerate its digital economy.


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Dubai announces a Dh1 billion boost: Here’s how it could change your job, business, and daily life

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Big changes are coming to Dubai, and they could directly affect your wallet, job opportunities, and even living conditions.

At a key meeting led by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, the Executive Council of Dubai approved a range of major initiatives aimed at supporting residents, businesses, and workers across the emirate.

Boost for businesses and residents

Dubai is rolling out a Dh1 billion support package starting April 2026. The goal? To ease financial pressure.

What does that mean in real life:

  • Businesses can delay paying some government fees
  • Hotels get more time to pay tourism-related charges
  • Companies get longer deadlines for customs payments
  • Residency processes will be made simpler

Dubai’s economy is still growing strong

Dubai’s economy grew by 5.4% in 2025, showing steady progress. Officials have also updated how this growth is measured to give a clearer, more accurate picture of the economy.

Easier trade, especially for high-value goods

A new initiative by Dubai Customs will make it much easier to bring goods—especially expensive items like artwork—into Dubai.

  • No customs duties on certain art imports
  • Fewer restrictions and faster processes
  • High-tech tracking systems

This move is aimed at attracting global investors and collectors.

More support for local families

The new Dubai Empowerment Strategy, led by Community Development Authority, focuses on:

  • Creating job opportunities
  • Supporting small businesses and home ventures
  • Improving financial stability for families

Better living conditions for workers

A new plan will improve worker housing across Dubai:

  • 100% access to essential services by 2033
  • Strict health and safety standards for accommodations


Whether you’re an employee, business owner, or investor, these changes are designed to make life easier, boost opportunities, and keep Dubai’s growth on track.

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UAE extends remote learning for all schools until April 17

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The Ministry of Education has announced an extension of remote learning for all students, teachers, and administrative staff across the United Arab Emirates until Friday, April 17.

The decision covers nurseries, kindergartens, and both public and private schools nationwide, ensuring continuity of education while authorities continue to monitor the situation closely. Officials confirmed that the arrangement will be reviewed weekly.

To support the transition, school administrations had already been provided with a comprehensive remote learning framework for the third academic term. The guide focuses on flexible scheduling, structured lessons, and maintaining strong communication between schools and parents to keep students engaged.

The move underscores the Ministry’s focus on maintaining uninterrupted learning while adapting to evolving circumstances.


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