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![Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi arrives in Doha on official visit](https://economymiddleeast.com/cdn-cgi/imagedelivery/Xfg_b7GtigYi5mxeAzkt9w/economymiddleeast.com/2024/10/Sheikh-Khaled-main-1-1.jpg/w=1024,h=682)
Sheikh Khaled and Sheikh Abdullah discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in key areas for the benefit of both nations
![Solomon Islands embassy inaugurated in Abu Dhabi](https://economymiddleeast.com/cdn-cgi/imagedelivery/Xfg_b7GtigYi5mxeAzkt9w/economymiddleeast.com/2024/10/Thani-Solomon.-embassy-Abu-Dhabi-1-1.jpg/w=1024,h=683)
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](https://economymiddleeast.com/cdn-cgi/imagedelivery/Xfg_b7GtigYi5mxeAzkt9w/economymiddleeast.com/2024/10/Abu-Dhabi-GDP-1-1.jpg/w=1024,h=683)
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](https://economymiddleeast.com/cdn-cgi/imagedelivery/Xfg_b7GtigYi5mxeAzkt9w/economymiddleeast.com/2024/04/Oil-prices-1-1-1-1.jpg/w=1024,h=683)
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](https://economymiddleeast.com/cdn-cgi/imagedelivery/Xfg_b7GtigYi5mxeAzkt9w/economymiddleeast.com/2024/09/Saudi-Arabia-SP-rating.jpg/w=1024,h=683)
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](https://economymiddleeast.com/cdn-cgi/imagedelivery/Xfg_b7GtigYi5mxeAzkt9w/economymiddleeast.com/2024/09/UAE-AI-1-1.jpg/w=1024,h=683)
The country ranks third worldwide in attracting AI experts, with a strong emphasis on cultivating a skilled workforce to drive digital transformation
![S&P raises Oman’s credit rating to ‘BBB-’ with stable outlook](https://economymiddleeast.com/cdn-cgi/imagedelivery/Xfg_b7GtigYi5mxeAzkt9w/economymiddleeast.com/2024/09/Oman-SP.jpg/w=1024,h=682)