MENA

ADPF partners with Aldar for pensioner discounts, benefits via ‘Darna’

The Darna platform will offer pensioners and beneficiaries customized discounts and promotions

UAE signs two agreements with IMF to support PRGT, RST funds

At the October 2023 IMFC meeting in Marrakech, the UAE announced a $200 million co-financing initiative for the PRGT

Paris International Conference raises $1 billion in aid for Lebanon

Conference gathered over 70 nations and international organizations

Dubai Finance launches Smart Installment System and Biometric Payment System

These agreements were revealed during the recent Gitex Global 2024 event in Dubai

Aldar completes redevelopment of Al Hamra Mall in Ras Al Khaimah

The project is part of Aldar's $272.25 million investment initiative in significant retail locations

Oil prices surge with notable weekly gains as traders react to supply concerns, mixed economic signals

Brent crude futures for December delivery rose 0.4 percent to $74.70 per barrel

Middle East economic confidence improves: Non-oil economies driving growth amid global volatility

New survey highlights marked improvements in the region’s Capital Expenditure and Employment indices

e& completes acquisition of controlling stake in PPF Telecom, expanding global reach to 38 countries

This collaboration will drive growth and create opportunities for digital services, IoT solutions, and B2B offerings

Abu Dhabi’s PureHealth introduces technology platform to link in-hospital and remote healthcare services

Patients can visit SEHA-affiliated facilities in Al Dhafra for remote consultations and medical exams with PureHealth doctors 

CBUAE reports banks extend $22.1 billion in financial support to SMEs by mid-2024

SME loans made up 9.5 percent of 232.9 billion in financial facilities for commercial and industrial sectors as of June 

UAE drives regional economic growth: Insights from LSE Deputy CEO

The country has successfully completed 37 bond issues amounting to a total of $18.51 billion 

Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank announces H1 2024 net profit after tax of $1.2 billion

Customer deposits in current and savings accounts totaled AED169 billion by the end of September 2024 

Dubai reveals #ZayedAndRashid campaign: A celebration of national unity, cultural heritage across emirates

The campaign coincides with UAE Flag Day and 53rd Eid Al Etihad celebrations

Islamic treasury bonds auction for October 2024 attracts $1.96 billion in bids

The auction attracted interest from eight primary dealers for both tranches maturing in May 2027 and September 2029

UAE President engages with world leaders on trade and development at BRICS Summit

The summit, which runs until October 24, is themed 'Strengthening Multilateralism for Equitable Global Development and Security,’

Oil prices rise amid Middle East tensions and U.S. election uncertainty, recovering previous losses

Brent crude futures increased by 95 cents, or 1.27 percent, reaching $75.91

UAE, Rajasthan sign investment agreement to pursue 60 GW renewable energy project in India

Both nations have set ambitious clean energy targets in recent years

UAE maintains leadership in global labor market competitiveness indicators

The country secured the top position globally in four key indicators from the Institute for Management Development World Competitiveness Yearbook 2024

UAE’s AI firm G42 appoints new Group Chief Strategy Officer

Ali Dalloul brings extensive expertise in AI commercialization, enterprise integration, and product strategy

Seamless Saudi Arabia 2024: Mastercard’s new infrastructure aims to support a secure digital payments ecosystem in Kingdom

This infrastructure and tailored services will enable secure, efficient processing of local ecommerce transactions

UAE’s real GDP expected to expand by 5.1 percent in 2025, according to IMF

Globally, growth is expected to remain stable but lackluster, with projections of 3.2 percent for both 2024 and 2025 

Arada introduces $1.36 billion W Residences project at Dubai Harbour, featuring over 400 apartments for sale

This project features a selection of amenities and is situated in one of Dubai’s most sought-after districts

flydubai announces new service from Dubai to Bhairahawa in Nepal starting November 10

This service will depart daily from Terminal 2 at Dubai International (DXB), providing travelers with a convenient route to a new entry point into Nepal