Abu Dhabi’s Hub71 startups secure $1.90 billion in funding, says CEO
Abu Dhabi, UAE -- Startups within Hub71, Abu Dhabi's global tech ecosystem, have secured over AED 7 billion in funding,...
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Global Future Councils meet calls for collective action to tackle global crises
Over 500 experts gathered at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting of the Global Future Councils 2024 in Dubai to...
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UAE, Turkish presidents discuss bilateral, economic relations in Istanbul
ISTANBUL, TURKEY - UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived here on Saturday for a working visit and...
- The UAE and Turkish presidents discussed their shared interest in advancing sustainable economic growth and social development.
- Both the leaders applauded the recent progress witnessed in UAE- Turkey relations and discussed the benefits of CEPA.
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SPC Free Zone to provide licenses within 45 minutes
SHARJAH, UAE - Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC Free Zone) has announced an expedited business setup process, allowing businesses...
- SPC Free Zone has also unveiled a limited-time package aimed at reducing business licensing and set-up costs.
- It empowers smaller businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs to establish or expand their operations in the emirate.
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UAE convenes Security Council meet, urges UN, League of Arab States to cooperate
NEW YORK, US - Minister of State Khalifa Shaheen Al Marar chaired the first signature event of the UAE’s United...
- UAE called on UN and League of Arab States to work jointly on combating terrorism, preventing conflicts by championing the values of tolerance.
- The UAE would support the work of the Security Council in reaching decisions that contribute to resolving Arab and international issues.
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KEZAD, Tubacex to build Middle East’s first OCTG-CRA manufacturing facility
ABU DHABI, UAE - Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD Group on Friday announced the signing of a land...
- This would be the first such manufacturing facility in the Middle East and is expected to be operational towards the end of 2024.
- By partnering with Tubacex Group, KEZAD aims to further increase the localization and resilience of supply chains.
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UAE, Peru sign air services agreement to promote bilateral trade
Lima, Peru - The UAE and Peru signed an air services agreement for cooperation between the two countries and promote...
- UAE investments in Peru over the last five years exceeded US$700 million, while intra-trade reached US$4.4 billion in the same period.
- UAE official said the deal will contribute to the growth of trade exchange in a manner that supports development in both the countries.
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GCC, US vow to work jointly for regional stability
The strategic partnerships between the two sides seek to focus on peace, security, stability, integration, and economic prosperity in the...
- The strategic partnerships between the two sides aim at focusing mainly on peace, security, stability, integration, and economic prosperity in the Middle East.
- Beside supporting Yemeni peace efforts and humanitarian needs, the US and GCC also make a commitment to freedom of navigation and maritime security in the Gulf region.
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Bybit partners with Sharjah varsity to boost crypto adoption in UAE
Sharjah, UAE - Bybit, the world’s third most visited crypto exchange, will contribute AED 1 million ($272,257) via a partnership...
- A Bybit contribution of $2,72,257 marks the first collaboration between American University of Sharjah and the crypto exchange.
- Eligible computer science and computer engineering students will benefit from the Bybit Scholarship as soon as this fall.
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World Bank lowers MENA’s growth forecast to 2.2 percent in 2023
DUBAI, UAE - The World Bank raised its global growth forecast for 2023 to 2.1 percent (in June 2023) from...
- The World Bank expects global growth to reach 2.4 percent in 2024, compared to 2.7 percent in January 2023.
- The possibility of widespread banking disruptions and tighter monetary policy may also lead to weaker global growth.
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Dubai Islamic Bank unveils digital banking services
Dubai, UAE - Dubai Islamic Bank launched DIB alt, a full-fledged digital umbrella brand to house all of the bank's...
- DIB ‘alt’ is a full-service transformative digital banking experience that is set to enhance the banking experience for DIB’s customers.
- The platform brings together more than 135 digital services via the DIB Mobile App, Online Banking, WhatsApp, and ATMs.
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Jewels of Emirates continues to attract visitors on third day
SHARJAH, UAE- The fourth edition of Jewels of Emirates Show at the Expo Center Sharjah has so far seen record...
- The event received an overwhelming response from visitors, with exhibitors unveiling a stunning array of exclusive and rare jewelry pieces.
- Emirati designer Shamma Al Hallami, in partnership with Salem Al Shueibi Jewelery, also debuted her latest collection of 18-carat gold jewelry
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RTA inks agreement to develop entry/exit points for Dubai Harbor
DUBAI, UAE - The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of the Emirate has entered into a strategic partnership with ‘Shamal...
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Number of visitors to Qatar rises 31.9 percent in December, says report
DOHA, QATAR - The total number of inbound visitors to the country reached about 519 thousand in December 2023, recording...
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UAE allocates US$5m for UN’s humanitarian efforts in Gaza
ABU DHABI, UAE – As per the directives of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs...
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Qatar Central Bank issues treasury bills, sukuk worth US$686m
DOHA, QATAR - The Qatar Central Bank issued treasury bills and sukuk with maturities of one week, one month, three...
- The Qatar Central Bank said the total bids for the treasury bills and Sukuk amounted to US$2.2 billion (QR 8.275 billion).
- QCB issued treasury bills and Sukuk with maturities of one week, one month, three months, six months and nine months.
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Number of millionaires in BRICS likely to rise by 85 percent in 10 years, says report
DUBAI, UAE - The total investable wealth currently held in the BRICS bloc amounts to US$45 trillion and its millionaire...
- There are currently 1.6 million individuals with investable assets of over US$1 million in the leading emerging economies.
- The UAE’s millionaire population has shot up since 2013, by 77 percent, and is now home to 116,500 millionaires
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Spain urges WTO meet in UAE to address de-globalization
ABU DHABI, UAE - Madrid wants the upcoming 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) of the World Trade Organization (WTO) here next...
- The ministerial meeting (MC13) will convene representatives of 164 nations and trading blocs.
- MC13 will seek key reforms to the global trading system, including expanding WTO membership .