RAKBANK, DP World sign pact
The aim is to offer trade finance solutions to businesses in UAE.
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Gulf nations embark on defense industry localization
Saudi Arabia leads GCC efforts towards defense self-reliance by creating the first military industries committee, aiming to reduce foreign imports...
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Most Gulf nations stare at slow population growth
Except for the UAE and Bahrain, all GCC countries witnessed a steep decline in population. During the pandemic, the region...
- S&P said the overall GCC population is unlikely to return to 2019 levels of 57.6 million people until 2023.
- Gulf states rely heavily on foreign workers and efforts to nationalize the workforce to fight rising unemployment among nationals have accelerated in recent years
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Hydrogen policy will help UAE in generating clean energy
Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) Monday announced that the development of its hydrogen policy and regulatory framework aims to...
- The development of hydrogen policy and regulatory framework aims to accelerate the UAE's global leadership in low-carbon and clean hydrogen.
- For the policy, the DoE is working with key Abu Dhabi government and private sector stakeholders.
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UAE’s H1 non-oil trade billion dirhams for first time in its history
The UAE has proven to the world the recovery of international trade after the most difficult pandemic that humanity has...
- The contribution of imports from the UAE’s non-oil trade has decreased to 55 percent, while the share of non-oil exports was 17 percent.
- Imports were AED580 billion during the first half of 2022, for the first time in its history as well. It recorded a growth of 19 percent compared to the same period in 2021.
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Abu Dhabi’s Al Bateen Executive Airport reopens after upgrade
Al Bateen Executive Airport has reopened following the successful completion of a major refurbishment project which will allow the airport...
- Al Bateen Executive Airport has reopened after the completion of a major refurbishment project.
- The work, completed in under 90 days, involved resurfacing and widening the 3.2km runway to accommodate wide-body aircrafts, among others.
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Raya CX, Zain Saudi sign pact
Raya CX will provide outsourcing services to Zain Saudi Arabia.
- RAYA CX operates through three branches in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates.
- The partnership reinforces Zain commitment to providing best customer experience, said Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al-Daghthir, CEO of Zain Saudi Arabia.
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Saudi Re GWP hits $245 mn
The growth was propelled by a 166% growth in H1 2022.
- The systemic volatility caused by increased interest rates and foreign currency fluctuations, affected the bottom line
- Saudi Re maintained a strong financial position with a A3 financial strength rating by Moody’s
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ALEC Energy, Stantec sign deal
They will enable firms to achieve UAE Energy Strategy goals.
- Under the agreement, the two companies will jointly work on projects to establish best practices in buildings design, systems and services.
- Both companies will also jointly share knowledge with the industry and sponsor events, training programs and workshops with industry stakeholders.
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SEC’s profit fell to $1.9bn in H1
The Saudi utility firm's sales however surged to $8.80bn.
- The company however made $8.80 billion in sales during the period, up from $8.53 billion in 2021, propelled by rising demand for electric power
- The utility saw its shares lose 1.9 percent to SR26 in early trading
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APICO posts 29% profit increase
It will proceed with an IPO of 20 percent of its capital on Nomu.
- The plastic manufacturer reported an increase in revenue to $31 million during the year
- The book-building period will be led by Yaqeen Capital and shall start on September 11 and end on September 13
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WGES 2022 to promote investment tie-ups in green projects
The summit will be attended by several local and global high-profile participants, including heads of states and governments, as well...
- The summit will be attended by several local and global high-profile participants, including heads of states and governments, as well as prominent global speakers
- The UAE is the first country to develop the Green Key Performance Indicators focusing on three dimensions - environmental, economic and social - of sustainable development
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RAKBANK, DP World sign pact
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UAE, Morocco speakers of parliament discuss ways to enhance cooperation
MARRAKESH, MOROCCO - Speaker of the UAE Federal National Council (FNC) Saqr Ghobash met with Morocco Speaker of the House...
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Dubai records US$3.4bn in weekly real estate transactions
DUBAI, UAE - A total of 3,625 real estate and properties transactions valued at US$3.4 billion (AED12.5 billion) were conducted...
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Mubadala invests $200m in Bicycle Capital
Bicycle Capital is a growth equity firm focusing on startups.
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UAE Ministry of Energy joins National ICV Program
DUBAI, UAE - The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) has joined UAE's National In-Country Value (ICV) program following a...
- The MoU supports national strategic objectives to boost the growth of the industrial and advanced technology sectors.
- It aligns with the National ICV program's aims to enhance economic growth by redirecting government expenditure into the national economy.
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Qatar provides maritime radio station licensing for small ships in Al Khor, Al Ruwais cities
DOHA, QATAR - The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) has announced the provision of maritime radio station licensing services for small...
- Qatar's Communications Regulatory Authority aims to process the requests of a large segment of the residents of the northern cities of the country.
- These services will facilitate the completion of their applications related to maritime radio station licensing for small ships.
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ECI, KazakhExport ink MoU
Aim is to enhance trade between the UAE and Kazakhstan.
- The MoU is in line with the We the UAE 2031 vision aimed at strengthening bilateral economic relations between the two countries.
- The aim is to enhance economic ties in renewable energy, waste management, between the UAE and Kazakhstan.