DMCC registers 2,692 new companies in 2023, its second-best year on record
Dubai, UAE -- A total of 2,692 new companies joined Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) last year, bringing the total...
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Over 105m people visit Dubai Mall in 2023
DUBAI, UAE – Dubai Mall welcomed a record 105 million visitors in 2023, a jump of over 19 percent on...
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EU spent €15.2bn on imports of green energy products last year
The trading bloc also exported green energy products worth €6.5 billion to countries outside the EU.
- The trading bloc also exported green energy products worth €6.5 billion to countries outside the EU
- The EU imported €11.2 billion worth of solar panels and €3.4 billion worth of liquid biofuels from countries outside the bloc
Economy
GCC banks earned $18.6bn in interest income in Q3: Kamco
During Q3-2022, non-interest income declined to a four-quarter low of $7.4 billion as compared to $7.8 billion during Q2-2022.
- During Q3-2022, non-interest income declined to a four-quarter low of $7.4 billion as compared to $7.8 billion during Q2-2022
- The aggregate GCC gross banking loans reached a new record of $1.93 trillion, increasing by 1.2 percent or $23.5 billion during the quarter
Business
Aldar partners with Nobu to develop luxury hotel on Saadiyat Island
Abu Dhabi, UAE— Aldar Properties has partnered with Nobu Hospitality to launch a new luxury hotel, branded residences, and a...
- The agreement will see Aldar develop the 5-star hotel featuring 165 luxurious guest rooms and suites, including the stunning rooftop Nobu Villa
- The planned development includes the first branded Nobu Residences in the Middle East and the second worldwide, offering high-end, multi-bedroom sea view residences
Economy
Kuwait Central Bank Issues Bonds, Tawarruq worth $792 million
The new securities bear a maturity term of six months and a return rate of 4.25 percent.
- The new securities bear a maturity term of six months and a return rate of 4.25 percent.
- Earlier on November 2, the Central Bank of Kuwait held its policy rate at 3 percent
Business
Americana revises timetable for concurrent dual listing on ADX, Saudi Exchange
The UAE Retail Offer and the KSA Retail Offer were oversubscribed by approximately 48.2x and 2.8x respectively.
- The UAE Retail Offer and the KSA Retail Offer were oversubscribed by approximately 48.2x and 2.8x respectively
- The institutional offer was oversubscribed 65.5x, resulting in an aggregate oversubscription level of 58x
Geostrategy
European Education Area to take EU-UAE learning cooperation to the next level, says top official
It will open opportunities for Emirati youth to study in European Union, further strengthening the existing people-to-people ties, adds Margaritis...
- The European Education Area offers a potential multi-level cooperation between the European Union and the United Arab Emirates, said a top EU official
- It will open opportunities for Emirati youth to study in European Union, adds Margaritis Schinas, adds VP of the European Commission for “Promoting Our European Way of Life”
Geostrategy
Islamic nations seek to turn crisis into opportunity with enhanced relations, trade amidst recession fear
At the 38th Ministerial Session of COMCEC, leaders of Islamic countries discuss ways to enhance bilateral and trade relations to...
- At the 38th Ministerial Session of COMCEC, leaders of Islamic countries discuss ways to enhance bilateral and trade relations to help region and the world evade recession
- The agenda of the ministerial COMCEC committee meeting includes improving transport & communications and developing sustainable & competitive tourism sectors
Science
In Hawaii world’s largest volcano erupts for first time in decades
Hawaii's Mauna Loa, the largest active volcano in the world, has erupted for the first time in nearly 40 years,...
- Mauna Loa has been showing signs of building to an eruption for years, according to the USGS.
- The USGS which said the ongoing eruption was visible from Kona, a town on the west coast of Hawaii's main island some 72 kilometers from the volcano.
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Etihad Airways and Garuda expand combined offerings to 42 destinations
Abu Dhabi, UAE----UAE's national carrier Etihad Airways and Garuda Indonesia, the national flag carrier of Indonesia, will nearly double the...
- The destinations across the Indonesian archipelago, South East Asia, Middle East, US and Europe were doubled after the two partners expanded their 2012 codeshare pact.
- They also offer reciprocal miles accrual and redemption opportunities to members of Etihad Guest and GarudaMiles across both airlines' networks.
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UAE’s health and prevention ministry launches National Nutrition Strategy 2022-2030
DUBAI, UAE - UAE's Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has launched the National Nutrition Strategy 2022-2030 to establish sustainable...
- National Nutrition Strategy comes as part of MoHAP’s ongoing efforts to support the UAE’s visions aimed at improving the health of younger generations.
- The strategy was launched during an event hosted by the ministry at the Etihad Museum.
DMCC registers 2,692 new companies in 2023, its second-best year on record
Dubai, UAE -- A total of 2,692 new companies joined Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) last year, bringing the total...
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EGA begins work on pilot plant to convert bauxite residue into manufactured soil
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Top diplomats of some OIC countries arrive in Russia, to discuss Gaza
MOSCOW, RUSSIA – The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Egypt, Indonesia, Palestine and the Secretary General of the Organization...
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EGA begins construction of UAE’s largest aluminum recycling plant
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ACWA Power starts commercial ops at phase 2 of Dubai’s Noor Energy
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – ACWA Power Co said it received the initial commercial operation certificate from the Dubai Electricity & Water Authority...
- The second phase is part of a 950 MW solar CSP independent power project, the company said .
- The financial impact from the full capacity (950 MW) is expected to show starting from the first quarter 2024.
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48,616 firms register with Dubai Chamber of Commerce in January-September 2023
DUBAI, UAE – Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has...
- The total value of exports and re-exports of member companies reached $57 billion in January- September 2023.
- The strong growth underlines Dubai’s attractiveness among both companies and investors,
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Saudi EXIM Bank, Obeikan AGC ink pact
Obeikan AGC Glass will have an export credit insurance policy.
- This partnership will enable Obeikan AGC Glass to secure their international sales against non-payment risks posed by global buyers.
- This agreement significantly amplifies the prospects for growth and penetration into new regional and international markets.