Abu Dhabi’s non-oil foreign trade grows by 9% in 2024 to $83bn
Abu Dhabi, UAE -- Abu Dhabi Customs reported a 9 percent increase in the emirate’s non-oil foreign trade in 2024,...
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ADNOC Drilling approves $788m dividend
The final cash dividend of $394m for 2024 was approved at the AGM.
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AD Ports, IDB ink deal to enhance UAE-Iraq trade flows
Abu Dhabi, UAE - AD Ports Group and International Development Bank (IDB) have signed a deal to review opportunities for...
- IDB aims to provide its services to corporate clients and support a range of key infrastructure projects in UAE and Iraq.
- The UAE and Iraq have continued to strengthen trade ties in 2022, with several trade agreements and development deals.
Business
UAB posts $32.39 million net profit
Third quarter operating income grows by 4 percent.
- In a statement, the bank said the growth in net profit is a result of improved operating performance and lower expected credit losses.
- The bank returned to profitability due to the execution of an effective strategy, said Sheikh Faisal bin Sultan bin Salem Al Qassimi, Chairman of the Board of Directors UAB.
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Abu Dhabi to host World Islamic Economic Forum in 2024
Launched in 2005 by the WIEF Foundation, the WIEF is a global platform created to promote and discuss the latest...
- Launched in 2005 by the WIEF Foundation, the WIEF is a global platform created to promote and discuss the latest economic developments
- The Forum strengthens dialogue, exchanging of ideas and knowledge between senior government officials, academics, and business leaders from around the globe
Business
Dana Gas net profit up 64%
The company reported net profit of $161m for 9M of 2022.
- In a bourse disclosure, the company said the gross revenue for the same period increase by 24 percent year on year to AED1.521 billion ($415 million).
- The gains in profit were driven by higher realized prices, “prudent cost control and strong operational performance in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI)”, the filing said.
Geostrategy
Biden’s upcoming foreign trip to focus on Climate, Ukraine, China
Biden's tour would include meetings of ASEAN and the Group of 20 industrialised nations in Cambodia and Indonesia.
- Biden's tour would include meetings of ASEAN and the Group of 20 industrialised nations in Cambodia and Indonesia
- The trip will begin two days after the US midterm elections which will determine whether Democrats keep their congressional majorities
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Villas, apartments form major chunk of $598m Dubai realty deals Tuesday
Dubai, UAE---Dubai real estate market recorded realty deals worth AED2.2 billion ($598 million) on Tuesday, according to the data by...
- The deals include 544 sales transactions worth AED1.64 billion, in addition to 78 mortgage deals of AED590.54 million.
- Residential properties in the UAE remain a top priority for international real estate investors.
Business
Al Arabia’s profit up 43%
Its profit rose to $52 million in first nine months.
- The Riyadh-based firm, partly owned by media giant MBC group, saw its revenue jump 64 percent to $216 million
- It added that the results were bolstered by the company's efforts to enhance regional expansion and enter new projects and strategic partnerships
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AIIB, GEAPP partner to fund the energy transition in Asia and beyond
The partnership will address the energy transition challenges around the world through the identification of co-financing opportunities for projects.
- The partnership will address the energy transition challenges around the world through the identification of co-financing opportunities for projects
- The partnership follows extensive cooperation between AIIB and GEAPP over the last year and is the first time AIIB has partnered with a global foundations-led initiative
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Video: TOP CEO Conference discusses fake news in May, months later social media giants take action
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and other social media platforms have reportedly blocked campaigns aimed at influencing opinion in Central Asia and...
- Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and other social media platforms have reportedly blocked campaigns aimed at influencing opinion in Central Asia and the Middle East
- Businesses in the MENA region are at an increased risk from online fake news which costs US$80 billion to the global economy every year
Geostrategy
Jordan sets up program to protect witnesses, whistleblowers
Amman, Jordan— Funded by the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI), Jordan has launched a program aimed at better protecting...
- MP Omar Ayasra emphasized the significance of providing witnesses and whistleblowers with protection during a ceremony held on Monday to launch the project
- Secretary-General Ibrahim Majali revealed that only 10 percent of incoming complaints are followed up, while 90 percent proved untrue thus far
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AD Ports, Kazakhstan Railways form venture to boost services
Abu Dhabi, UAE - AD Ports Group signed an agreement with Kazakhstan Temir Zholy JSC (Kazakhstan Railways to form a...
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Climate chaos impact on millions frames discussions at COP28
With the countless repercussions of extreme weather conditions, the planet is witnessing increasing political unrest, deaths and diseases.
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UAE voted to Category-B membership in International Maritime Organization
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Astra Tech to launch financial services powered by AI in 2024, says CEO
ABU DHABI, UAE - CEO and Co-Founder of Astra Tech Abdallah Abu-Sheikh said that the company will launch its first...
- The CEO said that Astra Tech plans to enter new financial sectors and make acquisitions in South Asia, including India.
- He said that the company is looking to expand into Saudi Arabia to enhance its services in this vital market.
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58% of firms in Saudi Arabia plan to outsource cybersecurity
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - Company bosses are boosting their cybersecurity following an alarming increase in cyberattacks, a new study commissioned...
- A survey gathered information about people who influence cybersecurity, looking at both internal staff, and external actors.
- The survey also analyzed levels and types of online safety company bosses believed warranted investment.
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CBUAE, Islamic finance organizations discuss sustainable practices
ABU DHABI, UAE - The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) hosted several events with Islamic finance infrastructure...
- Participants in the events included officials and experts from international organizations, financial institutions and Islamic financial bodies.
- They aimed to support and advance sustainable Islamic finance while expanding the reach of sustainable finance globally.