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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UAE calls Borrell’s ‘jungle’ remark as ‘racist and disappointing’
"Borrell’s remarks are a disappointing development that comes at a time when all parties are aware of the importance of...
- Borrell said in a speech in Bruges, Belgium that “Europe is a garden, but most of the rest of the world is a jungle, and the jungle could invade the garden”.
- The UAE asked the Office of the High Representative to "provide a written explanation of the High Representative’s hurtful and discriminatory comments".
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World Cup boom pushes some Qatar residents out of homes
More than one million football fans are expected to descend on the capital Doha during the November-December tournament, putting a...
- Most fans will be staying in hotels, apartments, cruise ships and desert camps booked through the official World Cup portal.
- To ease the crunch, FIFA recently released thousands of hotel rooms it had reserved, which experts have said could push World Cup prices down.
Economy
Saudi to target 11 decisions for Emiratisation program by 2022 end
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia---Saudi Arabia will target 11 new decisions for Emiratisation program in project management, procurement, food and drug sectors...
- New Emiratisation decisions will be targeted in project management, procurement, food and drug sectors.
- Emiratisation has cut unemployment rate of Saudis to 9.7 percent and increased the rate of economic participation of women by 35.6 percent.
Business
Al Seer signs JV
The agreement was signed with Damen Shipyards and DTec Industries.
- They will implement their success formulas to ventures and local partnerships to sell, build and maintain high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective marine vessels.
- The Joint Venture between the companies will combine the best maritime talent in the industry and help position the UAE as the industry centre of excellence.
Geostrategy
UAE contributes $25 million toward Al Makassed Hospital in East Jerusalem
Abu Dhabi, UAE---The United Arab Emirates will contribute $25 million toward Al Makassed Hospital in East Jerusalem in collaboration with...
- At Al Makassed Hospital , it is expected that more than 130,000 people will benefit from its health services.
- Sultan Mohammed Al Shamsi, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs, said the agreement reflected UAE's historic commitment to Palestinians.
Business
Saudi Top to list on Nomu
The company will list 880,000 ordinary shares via an IPO.
- According to a bourse filing, this represents around 22 percent of Riyadh-based Saudi Top’s share capital
- The end price of the offering is expected to be determined once the book-building process for the offering has been completed
Geostrategy
Kuwait chooses new ministers for oil and foreign affairs
Kuwait City, Kuwait— Kuwait has brought in a new oil minister in a new cabinet reshuffle after the September elections....
- Salem Abdullah Al-Jaber Al-Sabah was appointed as foreign minister and Ammar Muhammad Ammar Al-Ajmi was given the minister of state for housing and urban development
- The first parliament session after the September elections in Kuwait has been postponed to Oct. 18
Business
Saudi Arabia to host 3rd edition of Gulf Entrepreneurs Forum
The forum targets GCC entrepreneurs and business incubators and accelerators and financing institutions in GCC.
- The forum targets GCC entrepreneurs and business incubators and accelerators and financing institutions in GCC
- Events of the forum include several meetings and sessions, including the experience of GCC states in incubating new businesses
Business
Zain KSA shares go up
The stock rose after the transfer of its subsidiary to the PIF.
- The company, formally known as Mobile Telecommunication Co., will transfer 80 percent of its share capital to the acquirers upon completion of the deal
- As per the offer with the PIF, the company will grant the sovereign wealth fund the right to buy the remaining 20 percent stake at a certain amount
Business
Bayanat AI to list shares on ADX
About 77% shareholding will be held by Group 42 Holding.
- About 77 percent shareholding will be held by Group 42 Holding Ltd. on the listing date, provided that the offering shares are fully subscribed
- Bayanat leverages its artificial intelligence and its developmental capabilities to offer differentiated geospatial AI solutions
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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FGCC Chambers to hold GCC-Egyptian Business Forum in Saudi Arabia
AL-KHOBAR, SAUDI ARABIA - The Federation of Egyptian Chambers of Commerce (FEDCOC) is scheduled to host the first Gulf-Egyptian Business...
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Arab ministers meet in Jordan, seek resolution to Gaza conflict
AMMAN, JORDAN – Foreign ministers from key Arab nations – including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Qatar, and...
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AI to contribute in enhancing low-emissions development
BONN, GERMANY - Artificial intelligence (AI) can make substantial contributions to climate-resilient and low-emissions development. UN Climate Change’s Initiative on...
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Dubai Customs thwarts smuggling at airport, seize drugs
DUBAI, UAE –The Dubai Customs apprehended a traveler arriving from a European country who was trying to smuggle various small...
- Dubai Customs relies on highly skilled, experienced, and efficient personnel and state-of-the-art inspection and scanning equipment.
- The seized items included 292 hallucinogenic pills, 5 hallucinogenic stamps, 13.84 grams of hallucinogenic powder, 7.38 grams of crack cocaine.
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Bahrain suspends economic relations with Israel
DUBAI, UAE - Bahrain has recalled its Ambassador from Israel and decided to suspend economic relations with Tel Aviv in...
- Bahrain took the decision to recall the Kingdom’s Ambassador to Israel back to the country, the Council of Representatives said.
- It also demanded taking measures to preserve lives of people in the Gaza Strip and other regions of Palestine.
Business
Ducab, Somagec ink MoU
The MoU will enable UAE-based firm to enter Angolan market.
- Ducab Group already supplies its “Made in the UAE” products to 15 countries in Africa.
- It is constructing over 400 kilometers of 220kV transmission lines in Angola.