flydubai adds two Saudi destinations
Flights to Al Jouf Airport and Red Sea Airport to start from April 18.
Business
Tabreed approves record dividend
The cash dividend of 15.5 fils per share was okayed at Tabreed's AGA.
Business
Economy
Foreign exchange reserves up at $82bn, says Iraq’s Central Bank
Central Bank of Iraq announced that foreign exchange reserves rose to US$82 billion, while gold reserves exceeded 130 tons.
- Iraq's Central Bank says that its gold reserves exceed 130 tons
- Among the countries with the most gold, Iraq has now reached 30 position
Business
SEWA completes 10-km natural gas line to Al Zubair district
Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) has completed the implementation of a 10-km line project to connect the natural...
- The natural gas network and pumping stations operate according to the best technical specification, said Amna bin Hadda, Director of the Natural Gas Department.
- She added that the SEWA is keen to encourage the residents of Sharjah to use natural gas as compared to using liquefied gas cylinders.
Saudi Central Bank launches POS between Saudi Arabia, Qatar
Upon the services launch, Mada and NAPS cardholders will be able to carry out POS transactions in the two countries...
- Upon the services launch, Mada and NAPS cardholders will be able to carry out POS transactions in the two countries through the Gulf Payments Network.
- The central bank added in its statement that GCCNET enables GCC bank customers to execute ATM cash withdrawals in the host country’s local currency
Business
Emaar Properties buys Dubai Creek Harbour for $2 billion
Emaar Properties announced Thursday it would fully acquire Dubai Creek Harbour, the major development located along the historic Dubai Creek...
- It is expected that Emaar will profit from 100 million square feet of future development at Dubai Creek Harbour.
- Emaar recorded sales of AED 4.2 billion in 2021 and AED 3.6 billion sales in Dubai Creek Harbour in the first half of 2022
Geostrategy
US continues mediation in Lebanon-Israel maritime border dispute
“Progress towards a resolution can only be reached through negotiation by the two governments,” State Department spokesperson Vedant Patel said.
- “Progress towards a resolution can only be reached through negotiation by the two governments,” State Department spokesperson Vedant Patel said
- Lebanon and Israel are located in the Levant Basin, where a number of big sub-sea gas fields have been discovered since 2009
Geostrategy
US National Security Advisor makes phone call to Kuwaiti PM
During the conversation, the two sides discussed the partnership between the US and Kuwait, regional security.
- During the conversation, the two sides discussed the partnership between the US and Kuwait, regional security
- In a statement, the US NSA said the two leaders discussed the need to turn the UN-mediated truce in Yemen into a lasting settlement
Geostrategy
Qatar renews call for nuclear-free Middle East
The establishment of nuclear-free zones is a key step to boost non-proliferation system and achieve a full nuclear disarmament, says...
- The establishment of nuclear-free zones is a key step to boost non-proliferation system and achieve a full nuclear disarmament, says a top Qatari official
- Over the past decades, five nuclear weapon-free zones have been established that include the commitment of the signatories not to possess nuke arms
Business
Al Dahra, CLAAS sign deal
The two firms will cooperate in agriculture sector.
- Al Dahra Holding Company and the German company "CLAAS" signed an MoU for the cooperation.
- The MoU oversees the purchase of new machines, and maintain appropriate level of after-sales service.
Economy
Ma’aden H1 net profit at $1.6bn
H1 2022 net profit increased by 232 percent
- H1 2022 EBITDA increased by 128 percent, compared with the same period in the prior year, to $ 3billion.
- Q2 2022 EBITDA increased to $1.8 billion reflecting robust sales performance.
Business
ADNOC hires 13 jack up barges to boost offshore efficiency
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) signed a $1.17 billion (AED4.3bn) for hiring 13 self propelled jack-up barges to drive...
- The jack up barges will enhance the capacity of its crude oil production to five million barrels per day (mmbpd) by 2030.
- Deployed across ADNOC's offshore fields, it will support extensive operations, including project work and maintenance.
flydubai adds two Saudi destinations
Flights to Al Jouf Airport and Red Sea Airport to start from April 18.
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Dubai Islamic Bank lists sukuk
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SCCI discusses trade with Guatemalan, Indonesian delegations
SHARJAH, UAE - The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has discussed strengthening trade and economic ties with diplomatic...
Geostrategy
Environment ministry reclassifies 64 air quality monitoring stations in UAE
DUBAI, UAE - As part of the Year of Sustainability initiative, UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has...
Science
Art Dubai 2023 generates US$39m in economic impact, says new study
DUBAI, UAE - Art Dubai, the leading international art fair for the Middle East and Global South, on Sunday announced...
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UAE to implement support scheme for low-income farm owners
DUBAI, UAE - The Ministry of Community Development and Etihad Water & Electricity have announced the implementation mechanism of the...
- The support aims to reduce the financial burden related to electricity bills, as part of an integrated and holistic approach to help low-income families in UAE.
- Beneficiaries can check the monthly support amount by referring to their farms’ consumption bill through Etihad Water & Electricity’s service channels.
Geostrategy
UAE discusses clean energy partnerships with Germany, Netherlands
ABU DHABI, UAE - A senior UAE official of the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) visited Germany and the...
- Over 11,500 decision-makers, energy ministers and CEOs from over 100 countries participated in the World Hydrogen Summit 2023 in Netherlands.
- A senior UAE official provided an overview of the country's energy transition, with a focus on its hydrogen industry.
Business
MoFAIC, Burjeel Holdings ink MoU on healthcare services
ABU DHABI, UAE - UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MoFAIC) and Burjeel Holdings have signed a Memorandum...
- MoFAIC said that it seeks to enhance the quality of life via comprehensive and proactive health and therapeutic services.
- Burjeel Holdings said their healthcare professionals are committed to ensuring the well-being of MoFAIC's employees.

