United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi’s ADQ named headline partner for ADFW 2024 and 2025

ADFW 2024 is set to run from December 9 to 12, focusing on the various elements that solidify Abu Dhabi’s position as the 'Capital of Capital'

UAE launches $136.1 million community initiatives to enhance well-being of senior citizens, women, and children

These initiatives offer a framework for long-term impact by developing human capital

Abu Dhabi’s IHC revenues surge 49.4 percent to $17.4 billion, profits rise to $4.9 billion

The company's total assets reached AED382.9 billion, representing a 44.9 percent growth since December 2023

Sheikh Hamdan announces partnership with Microsoft to equip one million people with AI skills by 2027

His Highness: “As we usher in the AI era, mastering AI skills is crucial for fostering innovation and driving economic sustainability”

UAE announces plans for COP29 in Azerbaijan next week, launches pavilion

UAE will host the pavilion in the Blue Zone, bringing together industry leaders for more than 60 programs over the two weeks

UAE Government Annual Meetings 2024 conclude with key launches, development plans

Over 10 main sessions showcased upcoming national directions in key areas such as economy and investment, AI, education and sports, and family and community empowerment

Sheikh Hamdan launches ‘71 Challenge’ to empower young government leaders

Sheikh Hamdan: “Young people are the driving force behind our nation's progress, fuelling its development and innovation”

UAE President says building Emirati families is a holistic national responsibility

Sheikh Mohamed directed all entities and institutions to support the holistic approach by implementing initiatives and policies to support building Emirati families

UAE gold prices drop sharply as dollar surges on Trump win, global rates dip

Trump's victory fueled questions about whether the Federal Reserve may proceed to cut rates at a slower and smaller pace

Emirates Group reports record half-year results with $2.8 billion profit

Group revenue was up 5 percent to $19.3 billion, driven by strong customer demand

Singapore’s SIAC, ADGM partner to promote international arbitration for dispute resolution

The two entities will explore the possibility of SIAC establishing a presence in ADGM and other collaborative initiatives

ADIPEC 2024: Energy, finance leaders urge joint efforts to mobilize capital

Conference seeks accessible and affordable capital for a fair energy transition

UAE, Australia sign CEPA to boost bilateral non-oil trade to over $15 billion by 2032

UAE and Australia also signed six agreements in key sectors, further strengthening the partnership between the two nations

ADNOC, SEFE ink 15-year purchase agreement for Ruwais LNG project

The LNG will primarily come from the Ruwais LNG project, with deliveries expected to start in 2028

UAE’s debt capital markets grow 13.1 percent YoY to $294.4 billion by Q3 2024: Fitch

This growth highlights the country's evolving financial landscape and its strategic role within the sukuk market

UAE non-oil business activity rises in October on higher sales, lower prices: PMI

As non-oil business activity continued to expand, business sentiment across the UAE picked up with firms expecting growth to continue in 2025

Dubai International Chamber establishes representative office in Kazakhstan to boost trade, investment

This initiative is part of 'Dubai Global,' which aims for 50 offices worldwide by 2030 

TA’ZIZ announces over $2 billion contracts for key infrastructure projects in Abu Dhabi

TA'ZIZ is set to commence production in 2027, targeting an output of 4.7 million tons per annum of chemicals by 2028

Lulu Retail’s IPO raises $1.72 billion, share price set at $0.56

The offering garnered aggregate demand exceeding $37 billion from local, regional, and international investors

ADIPEC 2024: Industry leaders highlight AI’s critical role in sustainable energy future

Experts debate AI’s role in boosting efficiency, enhancing resilience and unlocking investment while addressing its environmental impact

Official dates revealed for ADIPEC 2025 

40+ ministers and 200+ executives from around the world gathered in Abu Dhabi for ADIPEC 2024

Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed tours interactive exhibits at UAE Government Annual Meetings 2024

Exhibits showcase ongoing achievements of government entities at the national level and their efforts to improve services

UAE gold prices steady as market awaits U.S. election outcome, global rates dip

U.S. dollar surged to a near four-month high in reaction to the U.S. election exit polls, making bullion less attractive for other currency holders