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DP World 2025 revenue $24.4bn

The profit for the year up 32.2% to reach $1.96bn.

BYD 2025 revenue surges

The EV manufacturer reported net profit of $.3.3bn for 9M 2025.

Aramco net income $28bn

Capital investment during Q3 2025 $12.9bn on investments in energy projects.

e& revenue up 23%

Consolidated net profit reached $2.94 billion during 2025.

Al Rajhi profit up 26%

Operating income for 2025 increased 22% to SAR 39 bn.

UNSC committee adopts guiding principles on use of UAS for terrorist purposes

NEW YORK, US – The Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC) of the UN Security Council adopted the "Abu Dhabi Guiding Principles" and...
  • The document is the first of its kind at the United Nations to address the increasing challenges posed by UAS in the context of counter-terrorism.
  • As the current chair of the Counter-Terrorism Committee, the UAE facilitated this crucial initiative, reflecting its commitment to global peace and security.

GCC Commercial Arbitration Centre to use AI in its operations

Manama, Bahrain-- The GCC Commercial Arbitration Centre has started to harness AI techniques, according to its secretary general, Dr. Kamal...
  • The initiative aligns with the prevailing trends of leveraging technologies in digital transformation and fostering development across diverse sectors
  • Al Hamad said that around 92 percent of legal institutions and judicial bodies in the world plan to increase their use of AI in legislative and legal case analysis

Bahrain kicks off roadshow in China to boost tourism sector

Manama, Bahrain--The Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BETA) began a roadshow in Shanghai and Guangzhou, China, involving prominent travel, tourism,...
  • The roadshow n China looks to promote Bahrain as a prominent tourist destination in regional and global markets
  • BETA tied up with the private sector to create distinctive tourism products that contribute to boosting the economy

Dubai to host ‘Arab Strategy Forum’ next week

Dubai, UAE--The Arab Strategy Forum will commence in Dubai on January 3rd, 2024 to debate the intricate political and economic...
  • The platform will bring together prominent global leaders, strategic experts, and leading figures in the realms of politics and economics
  • Participants will examine the intricate political and economic landscape of the region, and analyze current positions of Arab nations

Excel Astra to build facility in KEZAD

The fabrication unit will cost the firm US$5.44m.
  • The new installation will benefit from the collective expertise of KEZAD and ASTRA to accelerate growth in the industry sector while creating jobs and providing products
  • The business facility is expected to source $21.78 million worth of goods and services from the local market annually, thereby strengthening the local economy

UAE looks to support farmers to boost sustainability of food sector

Dubai, UAE--The UAE leadership places utmost importance on supporting farmers to enhance the sustainability of the agricultural and food sector,...
  • The farmers' council looked to identify the needs of the farmers to increase domestic productivity and thereby optimise imports
  • The minister said that one of the key goals of the UAE is to make agricultural systems more sustainable and climate-smart

UAE insurance sector assets rise US$3.1bn in 9M 2023

ABU DHABI, UAE - The UAE insurance sector continues to exhibit robust growth, as evidenced by a 9.6 percent increase...
  • Central Bank of the UAE data shows that assets rose 3.05 percent from US$1 billion to US$ 34.7 billion between Q2 and Q3 of 2023.
  • The UAE's leadership position within the Arab insurance landscape is further solidified by its consistent ranking among the top global performers.

Abu Dhabi’s non-oil economy expands 7.7 percent in Q3 2023

ABU DHABI, UAE - The Statistics Center - Abu Dhabi (SCAD) has reported a substantial 7.7 percent growth in the...
  • The growth is due to the success of Abu Dhabi’s comprehensive strategies aimed at fortifying its standing as a prominent economic powerhouse.
  • Preliminary estimates reveal that most of non-oil activities have sustained growth rates, contributing 52.8 percent to the overall economy.

Abu Dhabi Maritime unveils new hub

Maritime Hub Abu Dhabi will boost the marine sector.
  • The hub will benefit from interaction with influential bodies, policymakers and a vibrant community of players covering offshore, maritime suppliers
  • It is expected to play a crucial role in facilitating the maritime industry’s sustainability, offering awareness, guidance in relation to decarbonisation

UAE insurance sector witnessed expansion in 2022: CBUAE

Abu Dhabi, UAE--The insurance sector in the UAE witnessed growth and expansion across various key indicators during 2022, according to...
  • The growth in the insurance sector is expected to shore up the market's liquidity and make it more resistant to any future downturns
  • According to the CBUAE report, the number of direct premiums written expanded by 11.2 percent year-on-year to 9.8 million in 2022

Abu Dhabi Chamber and UAEIIC team up to boost investment

Abu Dhabi, UAE--The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry has signed an agreement with the UAE International Investors Council...

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WTO conference ends with acceptance of Abu Dhabi Declaration

Abu Dhabi, UAE--The 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) has concluded with the acceptance of Abu...

Masdar completes acquisition of 49% stake in Dogger Bank South project

Abu Dhabi, UAE--Masdar, the UAE’s clean energy powerhouse, has completed its acquisition of a 49 percent shareholding in the 3...

UAE and Russia look to deepen parliamentary cooperation

Abu Dhabi, UAE-- The UAE and Russia have held talks to enhance the parliamentary cooperation between the two countries.In this...

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Egypt signs several MoUs with global developers in renewable energy

Cairo, Egypt--Egypt has signed seven Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) on Wednesday in green hydrogen and renewable energy with seven global...
  • The agreements to set up geen hydrogen projects represent a new step or the Sovereign Fund of Egypt in its partnerships with global companies
  • The green projects are expected bring in investments of $12bn for the pilot phase and $29bn for the first phase, for a total of $40bn over 10 years

UAE presses for ‘sustainable development policies’ at BRICS meeting in Brazil

Sao Paulo, Brazil-- The UAE has affirmed that it collaborates with the BRICS nations in order to establish sustainable development...
  • Al Hussaini said the UAE aims to boost cooperation between emerging and developing economies and set up governance frameworks on a global level
  • The minister said they expect more fruitful collaboration among the group’s nations, which are increasing in importance and role in international affairs

QDB signs MoU with Global Ventures

The collaboration is expected to boost private sector in Qatar.
  • The two agreements align with the bank's initiatives to bolster the private sector and create investment opportunities
  • The collaboration will enhance the provision of training programs and field training to equip investors and fund managers