United Arab Emirates

Etihad Airways passenger traffic surges over 30 percent to 16.8 million by November 2024

Etihad Airways grew its operating fleet size from 83 aircraft in November last year to 97 last month

ADFW 2024: World Bank commends UAE efforts in tackling global climate challenges

The World Bank is committed to achieving the SDGs and highlights the importance of collaborating with the UAE 

ADFW 2024: Finstreet launches first-of-its-kind international securities financial market infrastructure

With FSRA approval, Finstreet’s regulated subsidiaries are operational, accepting applications from professional investors

ADGM announces plans to establish insurance association to promote industry growth

The association will enhance collaboration, standards, and practices in the insurance industry

ADFW 2024: Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Forum concludes 4-day event

This year’s forum involved high-level discussions on achieving both the UAE and the world's sustainable transition

UAE gold prices down, global rates set for weekly gain ahead of Fed’s verdict

In five days, the Federal Reserve will meet to decide on whether to cut interest rates this month

Indonesia lists three sukuk worth $2.75 billion on Nasdaq Dubai

With the latest issuance, Indonesia's total listed sukuk on the exchange reached $24.6 billion across 21 listings

Binghatti delivers six projects with 2,062 residential units in Dubai’s Jumeirah Village Circle

The developer’s portfolio exceeds 70 projects with a value of over $10.9 billion

UAE healthcare sector aims for 20 percent carbon emission reduction by 2030: Report

New study urges healthcare to adopt sustainability to reduce emissions, energy use, and waste

Sharjah Events Festival kicks off with 52 diverse events and activities

Festival offers a diverse selection of games, entertainment activities and events targeting all age groups

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed presides over graduation of AGDA’s ‘Shapers of Tomorrow 2024’ cohort

Event celebrates the achievements of 63 students across AGDA’s flagship programmes

UAE hotels generate $9.12 billion in revenues in 9M 2024

The average hotel occupancy rate across the UAE's seven emirates rose to 77.8 percent, one of the highest globally

Arab Health contributed $269.7 million to Dubai’s economy during 2024 edition

Tourism and hospitality benefited from the major healthcare event, with 2024 accommodation spending over $56.2 million

Emirates wins four ‘world’s leading airline’ awards at 2024 World Travel Awards

The airline also won the Best Airline App Worldwide and Best Airline App in the Middle East titles at the World Travel Tech Awards 2024

Dubai: New road connections to enhance accessibility and traffic flow in 19 key residential areas

This initiative includes traffic enhancements, roadside parking, improved sidewalks, and upgraded street lighting

UAE launches $81.7 million fund to support entrepreneurs

The Cabinet also announced $1.9 million reward for government employees

ADFW 2024: Fintech Abu Dhabi reaffirms city’s position as financial innovation hub

Experts examined the emergence of new unicorns in fintech despite challenges in the venture capital market

Global gold prices dip from over one-month high, UAE rates rise on rate cut bets

Traders currently expect a 98.6 percent chance that the Fed will cut rates by 25 basis points

ADFW 2024: ADGM FSRA spotlights key regulatory enhancements at Fintech Abu Dhabi

Developments include a comprehensive framework for the issuance of FRTs within ADGM

Etihad Airways, Air Seychelles partner to boost global flight network

The airlines will collaborate on six flights per week between Abu Dhabi and Mahe starting May 2025

Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) 2024: ADIO, Mastercard to establish Digital Partnership Program

Mastercard to create tailored digital financial solutions for Abu Dhabi stakeholders

DEWA commissions $23.4 million reservoir in Hatta

DEWA commissioned two water reservoirs in Lusaily and Enkhali this year, and is building a 120 MIG reservoir in Hassyan

ADFW 2024: Emirates NBD welcomes Chainlink to Digital Asset Lab

Chainlink’s membership will play a key role in advancing the lab’s mission to create innovative solutions in digital finance