West tells Iran to ‘stand down’ Israel attack threats; Tehran says ‘no way’
With tensions soaring in the Middle East, the United States says that Iran along with its proxies might attack Israel...Business Economy Geostrategy
GACA and SBJBC strengthen saudi-UK aviation ties in London roundtable
Led by GACA President, the meeting featured the British Ministry of Transport, the SBJBC, and key aviation industry leaders.Business
ADCB prices $650m green bond
The bond will be used to finance eligible green assets.It was 2.9 times oversubscribed, attracting interest from a range of local, regional and international investors that placed total orders of over $1.9 billion.
As of 30th June 2023, ADCB’s eligible green loan portfolio had experienced notable year-on-year growth of 61 percent, reaching $1.65 billion, he said.
Musk threatens to sue anti-defamation group for falling revenue
Billionaire Musk has also previously been accused of fueling anti-Semitic tropes, including attacks against Jewish philanthropist George Soros. According to...Musk late Monday accused the US-based Jewish organization of making unfounded complaints against him and X that have scared away advertisers
In a 2016 report, the group said anti-Semitic attacks against journalists had exploded on Twitter, "thanks to the rhetoric in the 2016 presidential campaign"
ADEX and National Bank of Egypt sign $100m financing agreement
This is aimed at supporting UAE export transactions to Egypt.Under the terms of the agreement, a revolving loan facility of US$100 million has been established, with the primary aim of supporting transactions involving UAE exports to Egypt.
The Abu Dhabi Exports Office extends loans and guarantees to Emirati exporters to enhance their contributions to the economy and foster their global expansion.
ADNOC to develop largest carbon-capture project in MENA
According to an ADNOC statement, the project will be able to capture up to 1.5 million tonnes of CO2 a...The new initiative will siphon planet-heating carbon dioxide emissions from the Habshan gas processing plant in Abu Dhabi
ADNOC is hoping to "maintain its leading position in producing low carbon-intensity barrels" of fuel with its carbon capture initiatives
Tech titans prepare for EU’s tougher market restraints
Brussels is working through a dense legislative agenda to build tougher regulation of big tech, arguing it needs to protect...EU will name which services will be considered big enough to fall under the next wave of regulation
The new rules will force the iPhone-maker to allow alternative app stores on its products
Israel suspension of Gaza exports risks ‘catastrophe’: businesses
Osama Nofal, of the Gaza economic ministry, put the value of Gaza exports to Israel and the occupied West Bank...Israel's army chief on Monday ordered a halt to commercial deliveries from Gaza to Israel after an alleged attempt to smuggle explosives
The Gaza Strip has been under a crippling Israeli blockade since the Islamist group Hamas seized power in the Palestinian territory in 2007
stc buys stake in Telefónica
The group invests in information, communications and technology sectors.The group's growth strategy has resulted in investments in the Information, Communication and Technology sectors inside Saudi Arabia and globally
The most recent investment being the acquisition by Tawal, a subsidiary of stc Group, of United Group’s telecommunications tower assets in Bulgaria, Croatia and Slovenia
Smart factories transform manufacturing across GCC
Saudi Arabia and UAE lead the region in rapidly embracing the Fourth Industrial Revolution, shifting from traditional factories to smart...Saudi Arabia and UAE lead the region in rapidly embracing the Fourth Industrial Revolution, shifting from traditional factories to smart ones.
Bahrain's commitment to transform 300 factories by 2026 solidifies the region's dedication to technological advancements in manufacturing.
Iran’s IKCO to buy electric vehicles from Chinese firm Dongfeng
Tehran, Iran - The CEO of Iran’s largest car manufacturing company, IKCO (Iran Khodro Industrial Group), said that his company...IKCO’s CEO Alimardan Azimi said on Monday that EV imports by the company will amount to 6,000 units by March 2024.
The announcement comes days after the unveiling of more than a dozen EV charging stations in the Iranian capital Tehran.
L’Occitane shares nosedive
Shares dropped 29% after talks on taking the firm private called off.The firm, headquartered in Luxembourg and Geneva, said last month it was considering a possible take-private deal with an offer price of no less than HK$26 ($3.30) per share.
The group's portfolio includes L'Occitane en Provence, French beauty brand Melvita, Korean skincare line Erborian, and Elemis, a British care product brand
