MENA

Oman forges industrial economic alliances with Saudi Arabia, Japan, and U.S.

The agreements aim to promote private sector involvement in the country's economic growth

GCC oil firms need $15-25 billion in low-carbon investments by 2026: S&P report

In light of COP28, several national oil companies in the region updated their sustainability strategies

UAE, Oman forge investment agreements worth $35.12 billion to enhance cooperation in multiple sectors

Agreement worth AED117 billion to propel renewable energy and green metal megaprojects

Abu Dhabi’s ADQ, Oman Investment Authority launch $180 million technology-focused fund

Jasoor Fund propels digital transformation and technological advancement across the region

IMF projects MENA region’s GDP to grow 2.7 percent in 2024

The IMF expects growth to strengthen by 4.2 percent in 2025

Sukuk issuance continues steady growth, reaching towards $1 trillion in the GCC: Report

Saudi Arabia, UAE and Malaysia will likely stay among the most active sukuk issuers, the report says

UAE’s ADNIC acquires majority stake in Allianz Saudi Fransi, expands footprint in Gulf region

The acquisition will make ADNIC one of the Tier-1 listed insurers in Saudi Arabia

Türkiye ranks 7th globally in health tourism as sector generates $2.3 billion in 2023

Efforts are underway to enhance sector's value and competitiveness, the trade ministry says

Eid Al Fitr 2024: First day of festival in UAE, Saudi Arabia, other Arab countries

Muslims worldwide celebrate Eid Al Fitr to commemorate the conclusion of the fasting month of Ramadan

Eid Al Fitr 2024: Holiday dates in UAE, Saudi Arabia, other GCC states

The moon sighting committee was unable to sight the Shawwal crescent on Monday evening

OPEC oil output dips in March amid voluntary cuts and export challenges

Iraq and Nigeria lead reductions, maintaining OPEC's commitment to supply restraint

Middle East economy remains robust despite oil cuts, geopolitical turbulence: Report

Green finance emerges as major player in supporting economic diversification efforts

76 percent of MENA residents believe living in a smart city would make them happier: Report

Smart and connected buildings and homes emerge as top priorities for MENA residents

Visa bolsters fraud protection with three new AI-powered solutions in Visa Protect suite

The newest services include the cutting-edge immediate fraud solution, expanded network-agnostic fraud mitigation

Türkiye’s economy to grow 3 percent in 2024: Report

Improved macroeconomic conditions and global growth drive positive outlook

Saudi Arabia’s ADES Holding inks two agreements for oil exploration and production in Egypt’s Gulf of Suez

For FY 2023/2024, Egypt has raised its projected total investments in oil and natural gas to $5.79 billion

Dealmaking potential soars in the Middle East in 2024: Report

Robust M&A activity in the region with economic diversification driving growth

Saudi Arabia, Bahrain strengthen collaboration in transportation and road maintenance

The agreements seek knowledge sharing and the organization of training programs and seminars

GCC, Türkiye to forge new path with free trade agreement negotiations

Trade between both parties rose to $31.4 billion in 2023, from $2.1 billion in 2022

GCC banks still vulnerable to climate transition risks: Report

GCC banks consider the quantification of climate transition risks as a key challenge, according to an S&P report

GCC, EU discuss Schengen visa exemption for citizens

Major step in developing strategic partnership, bolstering economic cooperation

GCC real estate sector to grow with projects worth $1.68 trillion in 2024: Report

GCC infrastructure supports economic diversification and bolsters real estate activity