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Riyadh welcomes first refurbished Emirates Boeing 777

This newly upgraded aircraft will operate the daily EK 819/820 service, departing Dubai at 07:10 and arriving in Riyadh at 08:05

UAE’s Space42 makes debut on ADX following Bayanat and Yahsat merger

Space42 merges Bayanat’s sophisticated geospatial analytics with Yahsat’s premier satellite communications and AI innovations

Sheikh Hamdan approves strategy to transform Dubai’s education, real estate by 2033

Dubai continues its journey to becoming the world’s leading destination for living, investment, and lifelong learning

Oil prices jump as Middle East concerns escalate, OPEC+ prepares for market review

Brent futures climbed by $1, or 1.36 percent, reaching $74.56 per barrel

Abu Dhabi’s Fertiglobe approves $150 million interim dividend for H1 2024

This translates to AED551 million or 6.6 fils per share 

DP World expands investment plans in Mozambique to enhance regional trade opportunities

The logistics giant has long operated at the Port of Maputo and recently extended its concession by 25 years, now lasting until 2058 

Dubai launches new IP hub to empower entrepreneurs, enhance business landscape

This platform supports startups and researchers across creative design, sustainability, health, education, and law

Dubai’s EGA finalizes acquisition of majority stake in U.S. recycling company

This acquisition expands EGA's operations across four continents, from bauxite mining to aluminium recycling 

Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi holds talks with Qatar’s Emir, uncovers new avenues for strategic partnership

The talks focused on advancing joint cooperation in strategic sectors of mutual interest

Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi arrives in Doha on official visit

Sheikh Khaled and Sheikh Abdullah discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in key areas for the benefit of both nations

Abu Dhabi SME Champions Program awards $24.1 million in procurement deals within first six months of 2023 launch

During its pilot phase, the program awarded 54 contracts to 49 SMEs, averaging AED1.8 million each 

Solomon Islands embassy inaugurated in Abu Dhabi 

Dr. Al Zeyoudi and PM Manele revealed a plaque that signifies the establishment of the Solomon Islands' diplomatic mission in the emirate

Abu Dhabi reports new record GDP of $80.86 billion, 4.1 percent increase in Q2 2024

This growth is driven by the development of non-oil sectors, showcasing the emirate's economic diversification efforts

Oil prices hold steady amid concerns over Middle East conflicts, sluggish global demand growth

Brent crude futures for December delivery rose by 13 cents, or 0.18 percent, reaching $71.83 a barrel

Saudi Arabia announces pre-budget statement for FY 2025 with expenditures estimated at $346.95 billion, revenues at $319.68 billion

The Minister of Finance is confident in positive Saudi economic growth in 2025 and beyond, driven by reforms under Vision 2030

UAE strengthens position as global leader in AI through strategic investments, partnerships

The country ranks third worldwide in attracting AI experts, with a strong emphasis on cultivating a skilled workforce to drive digital transformation

Governments allocate nearly $2 trillion in direct clean energy investment since 2020: IEA

This amount is nearly three times the funding committed after the financial crisis of 2007-08

S&P raises Oman’s credit rating to ‘BBB-’ with stable outlook

The Omani government, along with many state-owned enterprises (SOEs), is continuing to deleverage its balance sheet

Sharjah welcomes 1.057 million hotel guests in 8 months

Hotel occupancy rates held steady at 66 percent 

MBRHE partners with Microsoft to drive digital transformation, cloud computing initiatives for Dubai’s residents

The two entities will collaborate to organize workshops and training programs to develop digital skills among MBRHE employees

DMCC strengthens economic ties as over 500 Italian companies join Dubai’s premier free zone

DMCC's recent engagement with Italy follows an increase in bilateral trade, which surpassed $9 billion in 2023

UAE President directs $100 million in urgent relief for Lebanon

This initiative showcases the UAE's ongoing commitment to supporting Lebanon during its hardships

Saudi Arabia sees 656 percent surge in leisure tourists, welcoming 4.2 million in early 2024

The Kingdom welcomed 17.5 million international tourists from January to July 2024