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Discover the latest stories from Arabian Business, in case you missed them on Wednesday:

Aldar has announced the launch of The Wilds, a new residential development in Dubai in partnership with Dubai Holding. The project aims to integrate urban living with nature, focusing on wellness, sustainability, and community-driven living.

Meanwhile, demand for ultra-luxury homes in Dubai rebounded strongly in January 2025, with high-net-worth buyers actively investing in prime and waterfront properties. The trend reflects a shift in investor behaviour, with luxury real estate increasingly viewed as a core asset class.

In addition, Dubai’s prime residential market is expected to see capital values rise by up to 9.9 percent in 2025, making it the top-performing global property market, according to Savills. This follows a strong 2024, during which capital values increased by 6.8 percent and rental values surged by 23.5 percent.

In other major news, the UAE has introduced a specialist visa for entrepreneurs and business owners, aiming to boost foreign investment. The Business Opportunities Visa allows eligible investors and skilled professionals to explore business prospects in the country with single or multiple-entry options.

Aside from this, the UAE’s Tawazun Council announced AED 19.95 billion ($5.4 billion) in military and defence deals at the IDEX and NAVDEX 2025 exhibitions. The agreements include 28 deals with both local and international defence companies.

^{Until next time, Sharon Benjamin for Arabian Business}

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