Apple announced today that it will be opening a new story in the city of Al Ain in the UAE next year. This will be the company's fifth retail store in the country, besides the one in Dubai Mall, Yas Mall, Mall of the Emirates, and Al Maryah Island.

"The UAE is home to an incredible community of creators, innovators, developers and entrepreneurs, and we're excited to keep growing our teams, supporting local business, and strengthening our ties with out customers here," said Tim Cool, Apple's CEO, in a press statement. "We're thrilled to open our newest store in Abu Dhabi and to keep sharing the magic of Apple with even more people."

Apple has been investing in the UAE in recent years, creating jobs and supporting local businesses. The company says it has invested over 6 billion AED in the country over the past five years, and now supports over 38,000 jobs.

The new Apple Store in Al Ain will offer customers the opportunity to experience Apple's latest products and services, including the iPhone 16, Macs, iPads, and Apple Vision Pro. The store will also offer expert advice and support from Apple's knowledgeable staff.