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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.

Abu Dhabi’s Gridora signs inaugural MoU with ADPIC to accelerate $9.5 billion transport projects

Abu Dhabi’s Gridora signs inaugural MoU with ADPIC to accelerate $9.5 billion transport projects

The MoU marks a significant step in Gridora’s mission to deliver strategic infrastructure projects

British American Tobacco Middle East DMCC  reveals Omni™ Resource to promote smokeless alternatives in Dubai

British American Tobacco Middle East DMCC reveals Omni™ Resource to promote smokeless alternatives in Dubai

New standards aim to support adult smokers seeking reduced-risk alternatives to traditional cigarettes

UAE Media Council unveils comprehensive system to regulate, empower media sector

UAE Media Council unveils comprehensive system to regulate, empower media sector

This comprehensive approach seeks to align media practices with global trends while enhancing local content

Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala, TAQA finalize acquisition of Talimarjan power plant to enhance energy supply in Uzbekistan

Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala, TAQA finalize acquisition of Talimarjan power plant to enhance energy supply in Uzbekistan

The acquisition aims to advance Uzbekistan's energy sector privatization and local market enhancement

flynas launches direct flights from Riyadh to Damascus starting June 5

flynas launches direct flights from Riyadh to Damascus starting June 5

The addition of Damascus marks a significant milestone in flynas's growth and expansion plans

China grants 30-day visa-free entry to Saudi, Kuwaiti, Omani, and Bahraini citizens starting June 2025

China grants 30-day visa-free entry to Saudi, Kuwaiti, Omani, and Bahraini citizens starting June 2025

The new visa-free policy will allow stays of up to 30 days for various purposes in China

UAE announces Eid al-Adha 2025 dates for private sector employees

UAE announces Eid al-Adha 2025 dates for private sector employees

Eid al-Adha emphasizes charity and unity, driving a sense of community among UAE residents

Binghatti Holding expands with $6.8 billion master-planned community in Dubai

Binghatti Holding expands with $6.8 billion master-planned community in Dubai

The new community will offer a refined lifestyle near Dubai’s key landmarks and major roads 

WeRide launches robotaxis in Saudi Arabia, advancing Vision 2030 with smart mobility and traffic tech

WeRide launches robotaxis in Saudi Arabia, advancing Vision 2030 with smart mobility and traffic tech

This initiative supports Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 by enhancing road safety and traffic management 

Saudi Arabia, China strengthen financial cooperation in tax policy and capital markets

Saudi Arabia, China strengthen financial cooperation in tax policy and capital markets

Discussions aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and improving international financial institutions

OPEC+ establishes new mechanism for evaluating maximum sustainable production capacity

OPEC+ establishes new mechanism for evaluating maximum sustainable production capacity

Current production levels will remain in place through the end of December 2026, ensuring stability

Global Water Organization begins operations in Riyadh under Saudi Crown Prince’s patronage

Global Water Organization begins operations in Riyadh under Saudi Crown Prince’s patronage

The organization seeks to drive innovation and improve access to sustainable water resources globally