Ajman real estate transactions reach $560 million in March
Ajman, UAE -- Real estate transactions in Ajman reached AED 2.06 billion ($560 million) in March 2025, marking a significant...
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Arab world to be center for global change in 2024, says Russian intelligence chief
MOSCOW, RUSSIA - The chief of Russia’s foreign intelligence service, or SVR, believes the Arab world will take center stage...
- The Russian official said that the change has manifested itself in strong, sovereign leaders coming to power in a number of Arab countries.
- The rapid growth of anti-US and, more broadly, anti-Western sentiment in the region is one of the outcomes of this change, he said.
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Sidra Medicine, GlobeMed Qatar sign pact on medical services
DOHA, QATAR – Sidra Medicine and GlobeMed Qatar have signed an agreement to offer eligible insured members of payers contracted...
- The insured members contracted with GlobeMed Qatar will have access to Sidra Medicine’s women’s and pediatric medical services.
- This collaboration marks a significant step in offering insured members enriched healthcare experience in Qatar.
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Awaed Alosool launches Sharia compliant investment platform
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - Awaed Alosool Capital announces the launch of the Awaed platform, revolutionizing investment opportunities in public listed companies.Awaed...
- Awaed Alosool unveils an innovative platform dedicated to empowering individuals in Saudi Arabia with seamless access to Sharia compliant investment.
- The platform provides an intuitive interface, offering individuals the means to engage in the market irrespective of their geographical location.
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HPDC, HDC ink agreement
The aim is to stimulate the growth of the halal industry.
- The two companies will exchange information on industry-leading practices and successful models of halal ecosystems.
- The agreement will broaden the scope of collaboration by facilitating engagement with halal exporters and investors.
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ENEC, Kazatomprom ink pact
The move will ensure a secure supply of nuclear fuel.
- ENEC's global partnerships will support the continued rapid decarbonisation of the country's heavy and energy-intensive industries.
- This will create further clean energy sources while using the latest technologies and helping to deliver Net Zero by 2050.
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QatarEnergy announces integration of all marketing and related activities
DOHA, QATAR - QatarEnergy has announced the successful integration of all marketing and marketing-related activities formerly managed by QatarEnergy LNG.QatarEnergy...
- QatarEnergy described the integration process as a major move towards consolidating the company’s position as a global energy leader.
- The move places the company in a unique position to deliver unparalleled service and value to its customers and stakeholders.
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MENA region can create 10m jobs by 2050 via climate action, says ILO
DUBAI, UAE - International Labor Organization (ILO) Deputy Regional Director for the Arab States Peter Rademaker has confirmed that the...
- The trend towards renewable energy has helped to create 13.7 million jobs in the sector worldwide.
- The ILO is participating in COP28 to ensure that climate change efforts include to monitor the impact on jobs.
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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...
- The joint venture, owned 51 percent by AD Ports Group and 49 percent by KTZ, will aim to establish a dynamic regional logistics hub,
- The joint venture will be implemented in phases, with both entities collaborating to develop maritime electronic systems
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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.
- Climate extremes pushed 56.8 million people in 12 countries into acute food insecurity in 2022, according to the WFP
- Climate change is also increasing PTSD, anxiety, and depression among survivors of hurricanes, wildfires and floods
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UAE voted to Category-B membership in International Maritime Organization
LONDON, UK - The UAE has been re-elected to the Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in the Category...
- The UAE received the highest number of votes, following comprehensive efforts and an intensive election campaign leading up to the elections.
- The country plays an active role in strengthening the national maritime sector and contributing to the growth of the global maritime industry.
Ajman real estate transactions reach $560 million in March
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Space economy set to triple to $1.8trn by 2035, reveals new research
The growth of the space industry will largely be built upon the increased reach of space-based and/or -enabled technologies, such...
- The growth will largely be due to space-based and -enabled technologies, such as communications positioning, navigation and timing.
- Space technologies are delivering greater value to a more diverse set of stakeholders than ever before, including in industries as varied as food and beverage, among others.
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Germany shares observations on Qatar hosting Autonomous e-Mobility Forum
In its efforts toward sustainable transportation, the German embassy is the first diplomatic representation in Doha to utilize an electric...
- The diplomats shared their observations and views on Qatar’s trajectory as a hub for dialogue and the potential of autonomous e-mobility moving forward
- The German embassy is indeed the first diplomatic representation in Doha to utilize an electric vehicle as a staff car
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Saudi’s Modon attracts $3.8bn industrial investments in 2023
Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (Modon) has announced significant progress in attracting industrial and logistical investments for...
- New investments surged by 63 percent, with 891 local and foreign investments secured.
- The number of factories rose to 6,443, alongside 7,946 industrial, logistical, and investment facilities