Middle East

Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025 concludes with 55,000 attendees, 16 percent YoY growth

Growth has been achieved across all show verticals, with a YoY increase of 19 percent in the Middle East

Emirates and American Express Middle East join forces to empower SMEs across MENA

The agreement will explore a range of offerings, and potential incentives for American Express Middle East card holders participating in the Emirates Business Rewards program

Joint Saudi-Qatari initiative paves way for $15 million payment to World Bank for Syria

Commitment aims to accelerate the recovery of Syria’s economy and development 

Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025 opens in Dubai with AI and luxury focus, 55,000+ expected

Event will highlight connectivity's role in creating a sustainable, inclusive travel industry through discussions

Tech entrepreneurs drive shift in Dubai’s prime real estate market

Nearly 20 percent of inquiries come from tech entrepreneurs, startup founders, and digital professionals 

Middle East aviation market emerges as world’s second-fastest-growing region

Low-cost carriers now make up 29 percent of all Middle East capacity, more than doubling from 13 percent in 2014

Dubai gold prices reach all-time highs as cultural festivals boost demand

Despite a 13 percent drop in gold jewellery demand, bullion interest remains strong in the country

Arabian Travel Market 2025: Dubai to host largest edition yet with 55,000 attendees

Event is on track to break attendance records, uniting industry professionals from over 161 countries

MENA region’s growth to rise moderately to 2.6 percent in 2025, says World Bank

In 2026, real GDP is projected to grow by 4.5 percent among GCC economies

IMF projects strong UAE economic growth forecast for 2026 at 5 percent

UAE economy is projected to surpass oil-exporting countries, growing 2.6 percent in 2025, 3.1 percent in 2026 

Oil prices climb to $67.99 on declining U.S. crude stocks, trade optimism

U.S. crude oil inventories fell by about 4.6 million barrels last week, per API data