Dubai Customs thwarted 87 attempts to bring in marijuana oil in the first quarter of 2019.
It's a huge spike from the same period last year, with 36 seizures in 2018.
Authorities say they the illegal substance is used in e-cigarettes and vape pens.
The Smart Customs Baggage Inspection System is devised to help officers identify suspicious baggage at Dubai airports, a top official explained.
UAE President joins Etihad Rail journey as Dubai station is inaugurated
Etihad Rail’s new passenger station in Dubai has been inaugurated ahead of the launch of public services between Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Fujairah on September 30.
UAE President receives Israeli Prime Minister
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his visit to the UAE on Sunday.
H.H. Sheikh Mansour set for fraternal visit to Saudi Arabia
His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, will travel to Saudi Arabia on Tuesday for a fraternal visit.
UAE to open electronic visa centre in Lebanon
The UAE will open an electronic visa centre in Beirut, Lebanon, next month, allowing visa applicants to complete the process without leaving the country.
Etihad Rail’s new passenger station in Dubai has been inaugurated ahead of the launch of public services between Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Fujairah on September 30.
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his visit to the UAE on Sunday.
His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, will travel to Saudi Arabia on Tuesday for a fraternal visit.
