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The Agenda

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The Agenda is your go-to programme for news, analysis and comment - a daily digest of local and international stories that matter to you. Broadcasting every weekday, Georgia Tolley goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE.From Covid-19, to climate change and community i... more

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Latest Episodes

As the conflict continues into a fifth week, we're starting to see signs of strain in some parts of the economy - in particular in those that rely on the tourism dirham.

We'll be hearing from the team behind community mall Times Square Centre in Du... more

As the impact of the conflict begins to be felt in the UAE, there are growing signs of a shift in the jobs market.

Meanwhile, Dubai's driverless taxis are officially roaming the roads of Umm Suqeim and Jumeirah picking up passengers right now after... more

Dubai is launching driverless taxis today - a long-awaited step into the future.

Home schooling has been extended for another two weeks - now running until April 17 - putting added pressure on parents and the wider education system.

Meanwhile, wi... more

Despite regional conflict disrupting major sporting events, the Dubai World Cup has gone ahead - sending a strong signal about the UAE’s resilience and global standing.

Meanwhile after heavy rain and flooding across the UAE, a new concern is emergi... more

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Steve Bernal
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Episode: RETAIL HOLDS STRONG AS TOURISM SPENDING SLOWS
Mark Yankar
General Manager of Coca Cola Arena
Coca Cola Arena
Episode: RETAIL HOLDS STRONG AS TOURISM SPENDING SLOWS
Dr. Simeon Barber
Space Scientist
Open University
Episode: RETAIL HOLDS STRONG AS TOURISM SPENDING SLOWS
Leigh Govan
Executive Principal
Taleem IB Schools; Greenfield International School
Episode: RETAIL HOLDS STRONG AS TOURISM SPENDING SLOWS
Nancy Osbeck
General Manager of the Sharaf Group Mall Division
Sharaf Group Mall Division
Episode: RETAIL HOLDS STRONG AS TOURISM SPENDING SLOWS
Julie Inman-Grant
Australia's eSafety Commissioner
Australian Government
Episode: Jobs shift in the UAE: how conflict is reshaping the market
Mohammed Jardana
Uber's head of autonomous mobility for the Middle East
Uber
Episode: Jobs shift in the UAE: how conflict is reshaping the market
Mohammed Azamah
CEO of GRG, region's largest independent recruitment firm
GRG
Episode: Jobs shift in the UAE: how conflict is reshaping the market
Alexander Sisyev
Entrepreneur behind Treat On Us
Treat On Us
Episode: Driverless taxis hit Dubai’s streets

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Georgia Tolley
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Driverless taxis hit Dubai’s streets
Q: How will customers access the autonomous taxis and what will the ride experience be like?
Customers will use the Uber or Apollo Go apps and will see autonomous vehicles available in designated zones; booking mirrors a regular ride with no driver in the vehicle, and the experience is designed to be simple and familiar to encourage adoption.
UAE's resilience under pressure
Q: Given the disruption, how do you see the UAE's role on the global stage evolving going forward?
The UAE's diplomatic and economic role is reinforced, with resilience turning into a competitive advantage that sustains its central place in regional and global networks.
UAE's resilience under pressure
Q: What are foreign investors and global partners asking you about the UAE's status amid the conflict?
Investors are focusing on how to position for what comes next, rather than whether to leave, indicating confidence in the UAE's structural strength and resilience.
UAE extends remote learning
Q: What can parents do to help their children stay on track for exams and maintain routines during this period?
Maintain simple routines, prioritize mental health, and ensure students stay on task with clear schedules while schools and boards adjust exam timelines and provide guidance.
UAE extends remote learning
Q: From an education standpoint, how prepared are GEMS schools to sustain extended periods of home learning?
The schools are prepared and view remote learning not as an emergency batch but as a managed, ongoing approach with weekly government updates and flexible options for returning to in-person learning when appropriate.

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The show consistently covers crisis response, public policy, and practical impacts of regional tensions on daily life in the UAE. Episodes frequently feature government officials, industry experts, and leaders from hospitality, education, and travel, offering from-the-ground perspectives on supply chains, pricing, remote learning, aviation disruption, and public safety communications. A notable pattern is the emphasis on actionable takeaways for businesses and residents, such as workforce resilience, crisis management best practices, and community-focused responses during disruptions. Unique strengths include high-profile authority guests (NCEMA and government spokespeople), a strong focus on consumer protection and price monitoring, and co... more

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2. Mark Yankar
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4. Leigh Govan
5. Nancy Osbeck
6. Julie Inman-Grant
7. Mohammed Jardana
8. Mohammed Azamah

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