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Elias Al Helou

Elias Al Helou is a digital editor and translator at Economy Middle East and Economy Saudi Arabia. He has obtained degrees in journalism and mass communication, as well as English language and literature.

Elias has an extensive professional experience, having worked as a journalist, translator, editor, and proofreader.

In his role, Elias covers current news in the region and beyond, providing up-to-date coverage in both English and Arabic. Apart from his focus on daily news, Elias also writes about technology and business.

Building knowledge-based economy: Comprehensive overview of UAE’s evolving education system, future readiness

Building knowledge-based economy: Comprehensive overview of UAE’s evolving education system, future readiness

The country prioritizes comprehensive education development to drive continuous growth and economic progress

Oman’s Central Bank issues treasury bills worth $59.7 million

Oman’s Central Bank issues treasury bills worth $59.7 million

The value of the allotted Treasury bills amounted to $1.55 million, for a maturity period of 28 days

OpenAI partners with South Korea’s Kakao to boost its game against DeepSeek’s growing competition

OpenAI partners with South Korea’s Kakao to boost its game against DeepSeek’s growing competition

Both parties will enhance AI services by merging user data with advanced technology systems

Qatar sees 190,000+ cruise passengers in early 2024/2025 season

Qatar sees 190,000+ cruise passengers in early 2024/2025 season

Germany led with 30.2 percent of arrivals, followed by Russia at 10.8 percent and Italy at 9.2 percent.

Saudi Fund for Development, Pakistan finalize $1.2 billion financing agreement for oil derivatives

Saudi Fund for Development, Pakistan finalize $1.2 billion financing agreement for oil derivatives

Saudi Arabia's SFD has provided $6.7 billion in oil derivatives support to Pakistan since 2019

Dubai: You can now pay your government fees in easy installments with Tabby on DubaiPay

Dubai: You can now pay your government fees in easy installments with Tabby on DubaiPay

To pay, select a service, then choose Tabby on the DubaiPay page for installments

What Trump’s sovereign wealth fund means for TikTok

What Trump’s sovereign wealth fund means for TikTok

Trump proposed a sovereign wealth fund to address American security and user privacy concerns

LEAP 2025: Inaugural Tech Arena to offer ‘Live TV’ platform for next-gen innovations

LEAP 2025: Inaugural Tech Arena to offer ‘Live TV’ platform for next-gen innovations

Tech Arena will offer first look at next-gen design couture, medical tech, robots, AI and more

UAE launches 28th National Environment Day under the theme ‘Our Heritage … Our Future’

UAE launches 28th National Environment Day under the theme ‘Our Heritage … Our Future’

In line with the President's Declaration of 2025 as the ‘Year of Community’

OPEC+ sticks to oil production plan, ditches U.S. EIA from oversight sources

OPEC+ sticks to oil production plan, ditches U.S. EIA from oversight sources

EIA was removed due to inadequate communication, not because of political motivations or pressures, OPEC said

Oil prices drop 0.7 percent to $75.47 following Trump’s delay of tariffs on Canada and Mexico

Oil prices drop 0.7 percent to $75.47 following Trump’s delay of tariffs on Canada and Mexico

Crude oil WTI futures expiring in March dropped 1 percent to $71.70 a barrel.

Bluewaters Island: A guide to attractions, dining, and unique experiences

Bluewaters Island: A guide to attractions, dining, and unique experiences

Luxurious residential properties on the island cater to diverse lifestyles, providing comfort and modern amenities