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Business restructuring, tax and compliance: Free zone updates

The Executive Council Resolution No. (11) of 2025 allows for free zone companies to establish a branch in Dubai mainland

DMCC’s Tradeflow platform secures shariah certification, appoints new shariah supervisory board

Newly appointed board will ensure that all transactions adhere strictly to Shariah’s rules and principles

Oil prices rise to $66.57 on tighter supply prospects as some OPEC members pledge more cuts

Both benchmarks are on track for their first weekly rise in three weeks after recording their highest levels since April 3 on Wednesday

Global economy could slow to 2.3 percent on escalating trade tensions, says UNCTAD

Global growth's fall below the 2.5 percent threshold is often associated with a global recessionary phase

Saudi Arabia’s trade with Arab League nations grows 6.2 percent to $23.4 billion in Q4 2024

Saudi Arabia's trade surplus with Arab League countries significantly increased to SAR30.461 billion in Q4 2024

UAE, Japan seek stronger cooperation in trade, investment, energy and advanced technology

The visit comes as the total trade volume between the two countries reached about $49.6 billion in 2024

Generative AI: A game changer for marketers in the Middle East and beyond

We take a look into how early adopters of generative AI in marketing are achieving significant benefits, such as increased speed, efficiency, and return on investment

The role of financial regulations in driving sustainability and innovation

Economy Middle East speaks with Emmanuel Givanakis, CEO of ADGM’s FSRA to discuss the critical role of financial services regulation in driving sustainability and fostering innovation in ADGM’s financial ecosystem

Etihad Cargo raises capacity by 18 percent to support strong Greater China demand

Etihad Cargo has added three additional weekly freighter flights to Shenzhen and two additional weekly flights to London

Trump to announce tariffs on imported semiconductors following smartphones exemption

Technology products from China would face separate new tariffs along with semiconductors in the next two months, said Lutnick

Dubai gold prices surge AED4.25, global rates climb as U.S. raises China tariffs

Gold has increased by more than 18 percent in 2025, driven largely by Trump's tariff plans

EU approves first wave of countermeasures against U.S. tariffs

The European Union will target a range of U.S. imports starting next Tuesday in response to the U.S. tariffs on metals