economy

UAE, Egypt strengthen economic ties in key sectors at Arab Economic and Social Council meeting

The UAE is the top Arab investor in Egypt and the third largest globally

Saudi Arabia to cut export and import customs fees starting October 6

Changes introduced to streamline trade processes and support business operations

UAE targets $27.2 billion in tourism investments by 2031, increasing GDP contribution to $122.5 billion 

In 2023, tourism accounted for 11.7 percent of the UAE’s GDP, amounting to $59.9 billion

Dubai Metro marks 15 years of success: Over 2.4 billion passengers and 4.3 million trips with 99.7 percent punctuality

Currently, the metro serves around 730,000 passengers daily, making it the preferred transportation choice for many

Oil prices surge as hurricane threatens U.S. Gulf coast amid market recovery from disappointing jobs data

Brent crude futures rose by 99 cents, or 1.39 percent, to $72.05 per barrel

Dubai Chambers supports expansion of Chinese investors into Dubai with new agreement

Agreement enhances the ability of companies operating in Dubai to enter the Chinese market and build promising business partnerships in Tianjin

Rising bank credit demand in the UAE amid positive economic outlook, says Central Bank

In Q2, demand for trade credit remained strong, with a greater appetite for lending 

Saudi Arabia cancels hotel licensing fees to boost tourism investment 

This change, effective September 4, aims to position the Kingdom as a global tourism leader

UAE’s ADNOC launches inaugural $4 billion notes offering under GMTN Program

The net proceeds from this issuance will be utilized by ADNOC Group for general corporate purposes.