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This board will be chaired by Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum
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Brent oil futures for November rose by 0.1 percent to $73.51 per barrel
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Key focus areas included the economy, trade, climate action, AI, renewable energy, and sustainability
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Solar PV costs plummet to 4 cents per kWh, 56 percent lower than fossil fuels
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This agreement aims to create initiatives that resolve commercial disputes through mediation and conciliation
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Over 46,000 tons of cargo managed annually from India
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This adjustment allows violators to leave without an entry ban stamp or secure jobs while staying
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The DIFC office will connect HNWIs, family offices, and financial institutions in the GCC, providing advisory services in private banking and wealth management.
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Since 2021, AD Ports has tripled its revenue through strategic acquisitions and organic growth
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Agreement reiterates the UAE's position as a regional gateway for global trade with significant importance to the U.S.
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The deal will drive growth in Ooredoo’s data center unit and open new opportunities in AI and cloud computing
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Brent oil futures for November delivery dropped 0.1 percent to $75.12 per barrel