Oil slides, stocks rise as Iran-Israel ceasefire holds
The main international and US oil contracts briefly bounced off their lows as Israel and Iran accused each other of...Business Economy Geostrategy
MENA Brief | June 19: GCC central banks hold interest rates steady, Diriyah House launched in London
As most currencies in the region are pegged to the US dollar, monetary policy follows the decisions taken in Washington,...Business Economy Geostrategy
Blockchain enhances efficiency, security in aviation
Despite facing challenges like regulatory compliance and interoperability, blockchain promises to revolutionize airline operations, offering improved passenger experiences.Despite facing challenges like regulatory compliance and interoperability, blockchain promises to revolutionize airline operations, offering improved passenger experiences.
Blockchain technology is revolutionizing aviation with enhanced transparency, security, and operational efficiency, promising significant cost savings, says Aerobloc's founder.
Reforms accelerate positive gender equality in MENA
"We are working towards creating a more balanced environment where women can succeed alongside men in overcoming future challenges. There...Sheikha Hessa Saad Al-Abdullah Al-Sabah, Chairwoman of the Council of Arab Businesswomen, emphasized the need for women's economic empowerment and increased opportunities
Sheikha Hessa highlights the importance of collaboration for achieving workplace gender equality and the role of women in achieving the UN's 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.
Dubai Airshow 2023 to see 1,400 exhibitors from 95 countries
DUBAI, UAE – The biggest edition of the Dubai Airshow, a significant global event for the aerospace, space and defense...More than 1,400 exhibitors from 95 countries and over 300 international speakers will gather at the at Dubai World Central.
Dubai Airshow 2023 is also set to welcome leading and new airlines from across the globe, ready to showcase new concepts to the industry.
Request for qualification issued for 3700MW Saudi solar projects
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- The Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC) has released request for qualification (RFQ) for the fifth round...The request for qualification has been released for the fifth round of solar projects under the National Renewable Energy Program.
The combined capacity of Round 5 projects is approximately 3700 MW. These include the 2000 MW Al Sadawi IPP to be located in the Eastern province.
Dubai Land Department calls for engaging accredited valuation offices
DUBAI, UAE – The Dubai Land Department (DLD) is committed to providing property owners with easily accessible resources to reinforce...The list of accredited valuation offices is available on DLD’s official website and the Dubai REST app.
This will help ensure a fair and transparent approach concerning real estate assets and liabilities.
Burgan Bank Sells 52% stake
The stake in its Turkish subsidiary BBT was sold to Rawabi Holding.While the sale represents a majority ownership transfer, Burgan Bank will retain operational control over BBT.
The move is strategically poised to fortify the bank's capital structure and shield against the impact of fluctuating Turkish lira exchange rate.
EVIQ to set up infra for EVs in KSA
PIF, SEC JV's brand name for EV infrastructure is EVIQ.EVIQ will support electric vehicle adoption in Saudi Arabia by building best-in-class infrastructure and creating a nationwide network of fast-charging hubs.
This will help enable and encourage the use of electric vehicles across Saudi Arabia, in line with the sustainability goals of the Kingdom.
Turkey halts joint-energy projects with Israel over Gaza war
Dubai, UAE-- Turkey has suspended joint-energy projects with Israel over the latter's invasion and bombardment of the Gaza Strip, according...The Turkish energy minister said that it would be "inappropriate" to talk about the implementation of projects with Israel under such conditions
Israel has blocked access to water, food, and electricity in Gaza, plunging the coastal area into a humanitarian crisis as the death toll crosses 11,000
Saudi Arabia boosts ‘investment relations’ with African countries
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia-- Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Investment has held a number of roundtable meetings with several African countries on...Saudi Arabia signed a memorandum of understanding with Mauritania to encourage investment flows between the two countries
The kingdom also took steps to enhance economic ties with Chad and Somalia, enabling the private sector to benefit from opportunities
UAE exhorts UNESCO members to join COP28 ‘climate efforts’
Paris, France-- The UAE has made a fervent appeal to members of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization...The minister made the remarks at the 42nd session of the General Conference of UNESCO General Policy Debate, held in the UNESCO headquarters in Paris
He underscored the UAE's efforts in the field of environmental sustainability and its keenness to enable learners and equip them for the “digital age we live in”
