Economy

DIFC announces decarbonization strategy, achieving Net Zero by 2045

DIFC targets reducing emissions in areas it directly controls relating to its operations, construction activities and supply chain

Abu Dhabi Finance Week gears up for its biggest edition with over 20,000 delegates

Event includes a lineup of over 60 events and strategic forums, 350 thematic sessions and 600 influential speakers

Abu Dhabi Business Week attracts over 10,000 participants on first day

ADBW will deliver more insightful sessions during its remaining days, allowing participants to drive sustainable development and partnerships

Qatar to invest $1.27 billion in climate technology in UK

Partnership set to create thousands of jobs across the UK and in Doha

Sheikh Mohammed praises GDRFA director general following secret shopper visit

Sheikh Mohammed frequently sends secret shoppers to government offices to test services

Qatar: Non-energy private sector business activity accelerates in November

Increases in jobs and wages remain among fastest on record

GCC economies to more than double growth to 4 percent in 2025: Report

UAE's economy is set to grow from 3.7 percent in 2024 to 4.5 percent in 2025

Saudi Arabia Crown Prince launches National Red Sea Sustainability Strategy

Strategy aims to increase the coverage of marine and coastal protected areas from 3 percent to 30 percent by 2030

ADFW 2024: Diversity and depth

Broad range of topics and themes ensure a richer and engaging experience

Ten talks you shouldn’t miss at ADFW 2024

Topics range from Abu Dhabi’s expanding influence on Sustainability to AI in finance

New events for 2024 edition: From Abu Dhabi Capital Markets Forum to Islamic Finance Summit

The addition of new events will enhance connectivity, promote insightful exchanges, and introduce groundbreaking forums

Why MENA business leaders must prioritize mental health in their strategy

PwC’s Hopes and Fears report reveals that only 33 percent of employees in the Middle East feel their well-being is a priority at work

Saudi Arabia Crown Prince meets French President, executives from top French companies

Meeting addressed efforts to combat desertification and the exchange of innovative expertise and technologies

ADFW 2024 reaches new milestone

In seven years, the UAE plans to double FDI to $354 billion and triple the FDI balance to $599 billion

Abu Dhabi unveils four major initiatives to boost business

The initiatives aim to further cement Abu Dhabi’s status as the ‘Powerhouse of Tomorrow’

Saudi Arabia, France form strategic partnership council to bolster cooperation in key sectors

FDI flows from France to Saudi Arabia amounted to more than SAR11.2 billion in 2023

UAE National Day: Foreign aid hits $98 billion since 1971

The UAE allocated $100 million in foreign aid to assist in combating hunger and poverty worldwide

UAE National Day: Nation celebrates key economic achievements, milestones in 2024

Achievements underscore the effectiveness of the UAE’s initiatives and strategies across key sectors

Saudi Arabia, World Bank partner to establish global knowledge hub in Riyadh

The K-Hub will focus on two primary areas: competitiveness and diversification

World Bank: GCC growth projected at 1.6 percent in 2024, 4.2 percent in 2025-2026

UAE's economic growth is projected at 3.3 percent in 2024, driven by 4.1 percent non-oil sector growth 

UAE National Day: Historical bond with Saudi Arabia rooted in unity, shared vision

The Saudi Crown Prince's visit to the UAE emphasizes commitment to collaboration on regional and international issues amid global challenges 

What is Islamic finance: Principles and opportunities for growth

The global Islamic finance industry is witnessing remarkable growth, with total assets reaching $3.3 trillion by the end of 2023

Abu Dhabi Business Week to feature top global innovators, influential leaders from December 4 to 6

Over 150 speakers from various sectors will share their entrepreneurial stories and insights with 8,000 attendees across ten events