Boeing to plead guilty to criminal fraud charge stemming from 737 Max crashes
Boeing agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud charge tied to the fatal 737 Max crashes, the Justice Department...
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Saudi Arabia launches ‘National Semiconductor Hub’Â
At least 50 semiconductor design companies will be established in Saudi Arabia by 2030 after a new initiative was launched to develop...
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Saudi-Thai Business Council set up to enhance trade
The Federation of Saudi Chambers announced Monday the establishment of a joint Saudi-Thai Business Council.
- The Federation of Saudi Chambers announced Monday the establishment of a joint Saudi-Thai Business Council.
- Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister said that discussions with Saudi officials resulted in signing of three pacts
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State Grid Corporation of China opens first office in UAE
Dubai, UAE: State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC), the largest utility company in the world, has expanded its presence in...
- State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC), the largest utility company in the world, opened the office in Dubai International Financial Centre.
- The SGCC has invested in utilities in Oman as well as internationally in Italy, Portugal, Greece and the Philippines.
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UAE launches net-zero drive for firms
The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MoCCAE) Monday launched the UAE Climate-Responsible Companies Pledge. The pledge aims to increase...
- The pledge aims to increase the engagement of the private sector in the country’s decarbonization drive
- The pledge forms the basis of future collaborations between the private sector, non-governmental organizations (NGO) and international organizations.
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ADRO, ADGM ink deal to enhance ease of digital visa access
Abu Dhabi, UAE - Abu Dhabi Residents Office (ADRO) and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) have signed a deal to...
- ADGM will also provide ADRO a list of global companies to provide exclusive benefits for the Abu Dhabi Golden Visa holders.
- The two parties will collaborate to highlight the strategic initiatives of ADRO, including the promotion of the Abu Dhabi Golden Visa and other initiatives locally and globally.
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EU plans emergency action to halt energy price rise
High gas prices have been followed by disruptions in the nuclear and hydroelectric sectors amid a heatwave blamed on climate...
- The European Commission has yet to publish a detailed plan for market reform, but some member states have been pushing for a temporary cap on wholesale gas prices.
- EU officials are also considering measures to split electricity price setting from the gas price and take into account other energy sources.
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Saudi to host second Global Artificial Intelligence Summit in Sept
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Riyadh will host the second edition of the Global Artificial Intelligence Summit from 13 to 15 September,...
- AI is expected to boost global gross domestic product (GDP) by 14 percent by 2030, or nearly $15 trillion.
- The summit includes more than 100 sessions in which more than 200 speakers will participate, working with more than 3,000 participants.
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CBUAE launches new website with various services
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has announced the launch of a new corporate website with various interactive digital...
- The Central Bank of the UAE has launched the corporate website with various interactive digital services for meeting the aspirations of the consumers.
- The CBUAE plans to be among the top central banks globally in promoting financial stability.
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Saudi SMEs number up by 25 percent in Q1 2022: Monsha’at
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: The number of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Saudi Arabia increased by 25.6 percent to 892,063...
- The Riyadh region accounted for 35.4 percent of the total establishments, the Makkah region 21 percent and the Eastern region 12.7 percent.
- Monsha’at report said that 81 percent of these establishments are classified as micro and small establishments.
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NASA shoots for the Moon, on its way to Mars
Between 100,000 and 200,000 spectators are expected to attend the launch of NASA's most powerful rocket yet, the uncrewed 98-meter...
- The goal of the flight, dubbed Artemis 1, is to test the SLS and the Orion crew capsule that sits atop the rocket.
- The capsule will orbit the Moon to see if the vessel is safe for people in future. At some point, Artemis will see a woman and a person of color walk on the Moon for the first time
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Beckham to promote Qatar attractions in tourism push ahead of FIFA World Cup
As part of the campaign, Beckham tours the country with several local personalities, exploring spice markets and street art in...
- As part of the campaign, Beckham tours the country with several local personalities, exploring spice markets and street art in the Gulf nation
- The campaign will highlight Qatar’s potential as a destination for quick weekend getaways and stopover packages being offered to transit travellers
Boeing to plead guilty to criminal fraud charge stemming from 737 Max crashes
Boeing agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud charge tied to the fatal 737 Max crashes, the Justice Department...
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Saudi Arabia, Japan issue joint statement on Lighthouse Initiative for Clean Energy Cooperation
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – Saudi Arabia and Japan issued a joint statement on Lighthouse Initiative for Clean Energy Cooperation. The...
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Commercial transport sector added $4.38bn to Dubai economy, says RTA
DUBAI, UAE - Commercial transport sector contributed AED16.1 billion ($4.38bn) to Dubai's economy in 2022, said Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General,...
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Prices for utilities, fuels rise 9 percent in June in Saudi Arabia
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – Prices for housing, water, electricity, gas and other fuels in the Kingdom rose by 9.1 percent...
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CBD H1 2023 net profit $133m
Profit is a 41.5 percent jump compared to H1 2022.
- This remarkable growth in net profit is attributed to outstanding revenue contribution across net interest and other operating income.
- The economic outlook for the UAE and business confidence continue to be encouraging, powered by buoyant domestic activity.
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UAE banking sector is resilient, says CBUAE in its report
ABU DHABI, UAE - The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) on Friday issued its Financial Stability Report for 2022....
- The report discusses global, local macroeconomic conditions, domestic asset markets and provides a detailed assessment of the UAE banking system.
- The report also contains an analysis of other important developments across the UAE financial sector such as digitalization and sustainability.
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Louvre Abu Dhabi displays new collection of artworks from across the world
ABU DHABI, UAE – The Louvre Abu Dhabi has displayed new acquisitions including three artworks by Pablo Picasso alongside loans...
- The artworks complement the museum’s narrative and enrich its collection and serve as windows into different eras, civilisations and artistic movements.
- Each item tells a unique story, shedding light on the richness of human creativity and the timelessness of artistic expression.