Oil Spill Response: Authorities have confirmed an oil spill off Umm Al Quwain, prompting beach closures in Ras Al Khaimah and elsewhere. Experts say rapid containment is crucial to limit harm to marine life. Dubai Infrastructure: Dubai Municipality awarded Dh3 billion in contracts to add about 100 kilometres of stormwater drains across the city, strengthening flood resilience. Trade and Industry: The UAE and Benin signed a trade partnership agreement to cut or remove tariffs and expand market access; non-oil trade reached $2.15 billion in 2025. Adnoc also announced more than Dh60 billion in local manufacturing opportunities for UAE suppliers. Business Deadline: Firms with annual revenue of Dh50 million or more have until October 30 to appoint an approved e-invoicing provider or face Dh5,000 monthly penalties. Diplomacy: Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed begins an official visit to Canada on Monday to discuss closer ties. The UAE has also nominated diplomat Lana Nusseibeh for UN secretary-general. Gaza Aid: Two UAE convoys carrying 260 tonnes of supplies entered Gaza, bringing aid deliveries under Operation Gallant Knight 3 to 138,290 tonnes. Young Innovators: UAE students won silver in a global robotics competition featuring teams from 187 countries.