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flydubai Aleppo flights resumed

The flights were resumed after nearly 14 years.

Samsung biggest chip investor

The tech giant invested nearly $59.2bn in 2025.

flynas to set up new hub

Five destinations in first phase of operations.

AD Ports Group acquires CLI

CLI is Brazilian agri-bulk terminal operator.

$1.59bn Makkah project awarded

A consortium will develop two districts in the Holy City.

Does Anghami and OSN+ collab make financial sense?

A first of its kind in the region, the combination will offer consumers digital services of the best and latest...
  • The OSN Group will invest in Anghami at a valuation of $3.65 per share, 3.9x the stock's average price for the past month.
  • The combined entity will bring together over 120 million registered users and will be one of MENA’a largest streaming platforms.

Is Israel’s ongoing assault on Gaza a genocide or not?

Some world leaders like Ramaphosa and Erdogan use the term genocide to describe Israeli actions in Gaza. Israel has also...
  • South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, who currently chairs the BRICS group, strongly calls for an immediate ceasefire, describing the situation in Gaza as 'a genocide.'
  • Pronouncements of several Israeli politicians, who openly called for extermination of Palestinians, have added to the fears of a genocide in Gaza.

85 animals set free at Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - The National Center for Wildlife, in cooperation with the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve released...
  • The release is part of the National Center for Wildlife’s program with increasing and relocating endangered wild animals.
  • The animals released this morning are 20 Arabian oryx, 40 rim antelopes, six mountain gazelles, six alpine ibexes.

GCC leads in climate action despite fossil fuel reliance

The UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar outperform 17 other countries in key areas of green investment, sustainable infrastructure, and energy...
  • The UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar outperform 17 other countries in key areas of green investment, sustainable infrastructure, and energy transition, says a report.
  • Leading the green transformation is the UAE, which has been proactively funding a variety of clean energy projects, including solar, wind, and nuclear energy.

Arab, Islamic leaders seek end to Israeli aggression

The Joint Arab Islamic Extraordinary Summit, held in Riyadh calls for an immediate ceasefire and the establishment of a just...
  • The Joint Arab Islamic Extraordinary Summit, held in Riyadh calls for an immediate ceasefire and the establishment of a just and lasting peace based on a two-state solution.
  • Leaders from the Arab and Islamic world jointly call for the protection of Palestinian civilians, emphasizing the centrality of the Palestinian cause in regional stability.

Saudi-African Summit calls for peace in Middle East

The Summit held in Riyadh emphasizes resolving the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, urging international pressure on Israel for peace and addressing Gaza's...
  • The Summit in Riyadh emphasizes resolving the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, urging international pressure on Israel for peace and addressing Gaza's humanitarian crisis.
  • Marking a significant step in Saudi-African relations, Riyadh Declaration vows to enhance cooperation across defense, economic, cultural, and environmental sectors.

Sharjah looks to boost economic, investment ties with Uganda and Kenya

Sharjah, UAE-- In a groundbreaking move to strengthen ties with burgeoning markets in Africa, the Sharjah Exports Development Centre (SEDC)...
  • In order to boost trade with Uganda and Kenya, the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) will dispatch a trade mission to the African countries
  • The trade mission will explore ways to enhance development and foster stronger ties as part of the chamber's commitment to supporting the local business community

Crisis escalates in Gaza as medical supplies dwindle

The humanitarian situation in Gaza reaches a critical point as medical supplies run low and the Al-Awda Hospital faces closure...
  • The humanitarian situation in Gaza reaches a critical point as medical supplies run low and the Al-Awda Hospital faces closure due to a severe fuel shortage.
  • With the international community's eyes upon them, urgent calls for aid and intervention are being made amidst the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

‘Gulf nations should unite for Palestinian cause’

"Our stance on the Palestinian issue is unequivocal. The Palestinian people's right to resistance, including reclaiming their occupied land and...
  • GCC parliament heads condemn violence against Palestinians, support their struggle for statehood and rights.
  • As part of global diplomacy, GCC seeks to to strengthen relations with European and Latin American parliaments.

Intrinsic values, futuristic strategies elevate Dubai

Dubai's evolution from a simple fishing village to a premier global tourist hub is credited to its innate advantages, deliberate...

What a Fed rate cut could mean for the world

The U.S. Federal Reserve is on Wednesday heading for its first interest rate cut since the onset of the COVID-19...

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GCC seeks travel ease with Schengen visa exemption

GCC Secretary General Jasem Albudaiwi calls for visa-free travel to Europe, aiming to simplify the journey for Gulf citizens to...

‘Multilateral approach needed to address Gaza crisis’

The 'Amalthea' initiative, recently announced by Cyprus, is crucial for the efforts to launch the maritime corridor and the UAE...

PIF fifth largest sovereign wealth fund as assets rise to $940.3bn

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund, the Public Investment Fund (PIF) rose to the fifth position among...
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Saudi Arabia sees over $11.9bn investments on Day 1 of LEAP 2024

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Communications and Information Technology announced has said that the Kingdom witnessed technology...
  • Amazon Web Services will invest $5.3 billion in the Kingdom to create a high-capacity cloud region, the ministry said on its official X account, according to Argaam.
  • Data Vault will invest $5 billion to build sustainable and innovative data centers, with a capacity of more than 300 megawatts, it further added.

Salik revenue soars to US$574m

Toll usage revenue rose 11.7% YoY to US$502million.
  • The total number of trips made through Salik’s eight toll gates grew by 10 percent over the course of the year.
  • Salik’s registered active accounts increased 16.0 percent YoY to approximately 2.4 million at the end of 2023.

UAE sets innovative media policy to propel the country onto global stage

DUBAI – Sheikh Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Hamed, Chairman of the UAE Media Council (UAEMC), has approved a comprehensive legislative...
  • The roadmap emphasizes the importance of aligning national efforts and creating partnerships to boost the UAE’s media sector.
  • It aims to develop a media industry that embraces global cultures, driven by innovation and youth leadership.