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Trade wars deepen as China and Canada retaliate after Trump’s tariffs come into effect

China responded immediately, announcing additional tariffs of 10-15 percent on certain U.S. imports from March 10

Egypt to benefit from $94.3 million EU loan to boost food security

The country further sought approval for the EUR4 billion package and emphasized SCZONE as key investment destination.

Qatar at MWC 2025: Showcasing digital investment opportunities, strengthening global tech partnerships

The participation highlights digital investment opportunities, enhances Qatar's tech hub status

UAE gold prices rise AED2.5, global rates fall amid Trump tariff caution

Trump announced 25 percent tariffs on Mexico and Canada, starting Tuesday, and doubled Chinese tariffs to 20 percent

Oil prices drop to $71.07 on OPEC increase, Trump trade jitters

WTI crude futures dropped by 0.9 percent to $67.64 a barrel

Bitcoin dips below $92,000 following 11 percent surge on Trump’s U.S. strategic reserve plans

The U.S. strategic stockpile will include bitcoin, ether, XRP, solana and cardano

Economic data, ECB rate decision to drive market sentiment this week as U.S. tariffs loom

In GCC markets, investor sentiment could be impacted by concerns over the economic fallout from new U.S. tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico

Oil prices gain 0.25 percent on positive Chinese manufacturing data

Investors are now looking forward to China's annual parliamentary meeting for further insights into potential measures to support its economy

ADIO signs strategic partnership with Italy’s CDP to boost investment, trade

Italy is a key trade partner of the UAE, with annual trade over AED30 billion

UAE gold prices drop AED3.5, global rates fall ahead of PCE inflation data

Spot gold fell 0.4 percent to $2,864.94 an ounce, while April futures decreased 0.6 percent to $2,877.80 an ounce

Oil prices fall to $73.30, on track for weakest month since September

Trump revoked Chevron's Venezuela license, halting imports and reinstated pressure on Iran's oil exports

Oil prices rise to $72.77 following two-month low as traders evaluate mixed U.S. inventory report

Crude Oil WTI Futures, set to expire in March, also saw a gain of 0.4 percent, reaching $68.53

Visit Qatar, Microsoft join forces to advance new AI-powered smart tourism solutions

Leveraging Visit Qatar's GenAI Travel Concierge, Microsoft and Qatar will enhance visitor experiences through technology 

Global debt climbs $7 trillion to record-high $318 trillion in 2024

Total global debt-to-GDP rose for the first time in four years, as GDP growth slowed down and inflation pressures eased

World Governments Summit 2025: A platform for shaping future governments

This year’s edition boasted record-breaking attendance and hosted 21 global forums

Risk-off sentiment drives Bitcoin price down to just above 88,000, lowest level since November

Bitcoin price has slumped nearly 20 percent from its peak following Trump’s inauguration on January 20

U.S. ‘Gold Card’ visa: Trump proposes $5 million option to replace EB-5 foreign investor visa

Card will provide holders with green card privileges and serve as a pathway to U.S. citizenship

UAE gold prices drop AED2.75, global rates muted amid high safe haven demand and trade tariff uncertainty

Copper rose 0.8 percent to $9,486.05 per ton as Chile disruptions mitigated tariff concerns

Oil prices up 0.3 percent to $73.27, recovering from 2-month low; economic concerns persist

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures climbed 0.4 percent to $69.17 a barrel

Scientists reveal evidence of oceans, sandy beaches on ancient Mars

Data confirmed wind patterns, providing further evidence of past environmental activities on the red planet

ADQ, Eni partner to strengthen supply chain security of critical minerals in support of energy transition

The collaboration focuses on investments in Africa, North America, and Central Asia across the critical minerals value chain

UAE, Italy ink 3 investment memoranda to facilitate cooperation in pharmaceuticals, minerals, data centers, AI

In 2023, Italian exports to the UAE were $7.22 billion; UAE exports to Italy were $1.57 billion