United Arab Emirates

Dubai Silicon Oasis recognized as Middle East Free Zone of the Year for Innovation Zones

DSO celebrated four awards at the fDi Global Free Zones of the Year Awards

ADNOC, ENPPI partner to boost local industrial sector, create jobs for UAE nationals

Since its inception, ADNOC’s ICV program has created 11,500 jobs for Emiratis in the private sector

ADNOC gets all approvals to buy 50 percent plus 1 share stake in Fertiglobe

A block trade will occur on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) today, October 11, 2024, settling on October 15

ADGM Academy, Fintech Tuesdays partner to strengthen fintech innovation in UAE, MENA

Training programs will include content to support the fintech and digital community, driving upskilling and re-skilling

Emirates invests $48 million in advanced training systems for 3 full flight simulators

Emirates has 65 A350s and 205 777Xs on order, supporting its growth and enhancing route flexibility

Etihad Airways boosts flights to Jaipur to 10 a week on surging demand

Etihad will operate the Jaipur flights using aircraft from the Airbus A320 family

Dubai Islamic Bank issues $500 million additional Tier 1 Sukuk

The issuance drew a diverse investor base, including banks and fund managers from Europe, Asia, and the Middle East

UAE Cabinet approves stance on AI policy, steps up role in shaping global AI governance

The AI policy is built on six core principles: advancement, cooperation, community, ethics, sustainability and security

Dubai Chambers inks 7 agreements with Türkiye to drive collaboration in promising sectors

Non-oil trade between Dubai and Türkiye rose 106.9 percent in 2023 to AED126.4 billion

UAE gears up for COP29, bolsters cooperation in water management with Singapore, Barbados

UAE highlights Mohammed bin Zayed Water Initiative, which aims to raise awareness of the severity of the global water scarcity crisis

Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism to present innovative initiatives at GITEX Global, Expand North Star

At the event, DBLC will launch solutions to enhance the investor experience and improve business operations in Dubai

DWTC, RTA, and Dubai Police collaborate for seamless citywide operations at GITEX Global 2024

This focus on traffic management and safety highlights Dubai's role as a top host of mega events

Global Rail 2024: Etihad Rail signs 10 agreements to transform transport, infrastructure sector

National railway operator partnered with the Korea National Railway and Korea Railroad Corporation to foster collaboration and innovation

UAE, global gold prices rise as U.S. inflation data supports November rate cut

Market focus now shifts to U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI) report due today

COP28 President urges global unity and action at COP29 to advance climate goals, build on UAE Consensus

The UAE Consensus serves as a crucial roadmap for fulfilling the aspirations of the Paris Agreement 

Dubai’s Union Properties launches $545 million ‘Takaya’ development in Motor City

Over the last three quarters, Motor City has experienced a sharp rise in real estate transactions and a notable acceleration of market momentum

22 percent of UAE’s non-oil trade transported by road in 2023, totaling $156.9 billion

UAE Minister Suhail Al Mazrouei said the advanced transport system has boosted the UAE's competitiveness 

UAE, Malaysia conclude CEPA talks as bilateral non-oil trade exceeds $2.5 billion in H1 2024

In the first half of 2024, non-oil trade between the UAE and Malaysia reached $2.5 billion, a 7 percent annual increase

Aldar, Expo City Dubai plan $480 million mixed-use development near Al Maktoum airport

Aldar and Expo City Dubai have established a 50-50 joint venture to deliver and own the development

UAE’s MoHAP, SEDD partner to streamline facility licensing in Sharjah

This initiative enhances regulatory services by integrating best practices in digital transformation

UAE’s AI firm G42 to reveal ‘Intelligence Grid’ at GITEX 2024

The grid aims to establish a new benchmark for scalable AI solutions across essential sectors such as government, healthcare, and energy

UAE-Oman Hafeet Rail project signs $1.5 billion bank financing deals

A single freight train journey is expected to transport over 15,000 tons of cargo, equivalent to about 270 standard containers 

flydubai Cargo, cargo.one partner to enhance digital sales capabilities, expand global presence

Carrier to raise digital sales with access to cargo.one’s global community of freight forwarders in 121 countries