A dirham and a dream: Matthews Southwest’s Jay French on future of UAE real estate
From an institutional investor-based viewpoint, it is becoming of interest more now than it ever has been. And that's a...
Interview
Business
Global economic crisis takes fizz out of MENA startups
MENA startups had begun the year with a deluge of funding from investors, but toward the year end a dark...
- The startups in the region have raised more than $2.5 billion this year and made more than 500 deals, according to estimates
- The UAE raised $460 million in 24 deals in October, a huge boost compared to the country’s $27 million raised in September
Business
NEXT50 unveils platform for firms to maximize their business values
Abu Dhabi, UAE -- NEXT50 today launched PLATFORM50, a one-stop-shop solution for organizations to maximize business value and address tomorrow’s...
- PLATFORM50 is designed to support organizations as they accelerate the adoption of AI, advanced analytics-based solutions, and automation.
- AI is set to contribute up to $15.7 trillion to the global economy in 2030 and $320 billion to the Middle East alone.
Videos
Saudi Aramco only behind Apple in market cap
The world's largest producer of oil and world's most profitable company marginally overtook Apple with a market capitalization in excess...
- Technology companies have dominated the top five, with four companies being from this sector in the past 10 years.
- Though primarily owned by the state, the energy giant raised $29.4 billion in an Initial Public Offering in 2019.
Economy
Mohammed bin Rashid approves Dubai rural area development master plan
DUBAI, UAE - Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai has approved the...
- The Plan seeks to preserve the nature of areas including Lehbab, Margham, Al Marmoom, Al Lisaili, Al Faqaa and Al Aweer.
- It also aims to offer a unique touristic experience and transform each area into a key tourist destination in the emirate.
Business
Dubai plans to set up country-specific councils to boost non-oil foreign trade
Dubai, UAE---Dubai Chambers unveils plans to establish new country-specific business councils operating in the emirate and expand their roles to...
- The announcement was made by Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, Chairman of Dubai Chambers at the Diplomatic Circle Dinner 2022.
- More than 150 ambassadors, consul generals and commercial attachés were present at the Diplomatic Circle Dinner 2022.
Economy
Saudi Minister inaugurates Aquatic Animal Diseases Network
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - Saudi Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture, Engineer Abdul Rahman bin Abdul Mohsen Al-Fadhli inaugurated Sunday...
- The launch aims to strengthen the aquaculture industry, prevent aquatic diseases, support the production of aquatic organisms.
- It also aims to meet the growing demand for aquaculture and its products, reduce the spread of diseases, train veterinarians and specialists in aquatic health.
Business
SCCI, Moscow Chamber discuss trade, cooperation
SHARJAH, UAE - The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) discussed business and investment opportunities in the UAE and...
- Sharjah has many strategic advantages for Russian companies which plan to expand in the region's markets.
- Sharjah is an ideal environment for industrial companies in various sectors, especially startups.
Business
DEWA commissions two new transmission substations
DUBAI, UAE - Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has commissioned a new 132/11kV substations in Al Awir First with...
- DEWA inaugurated a new transmission 400/132kV substation in Jebel Ali First.
- DEWA inaugurated an overhead cables with a conversion transmission of 2,000 MVA, at a total cost of US$92 million.
Qatar records ‘impressive’ 94% attendance in World Cup first round
Doha, Qatar— After the first round of FIFA World Cup group stage matches were completed, official figures show that the...
- The highest match attendance of the tournament was the game at Lusail Stadium on 24 November, with 88,103 there to see Brazil beat Serbia 2-0
- For all other matches, a minimum 40,000-seater capacity is required, with the demountable Stadium 974 being the most compact of all Qatar 2022 venues (44,089)
Business
Mexico coach Martino anticipates Saudi Arabia shoot-out
Doha, Qatar— Mexico coach Tata Martino said he was expecting a shoot-out with Saudi Arabia in their final World Cup Group...
- Lionel Messi and Enzo Fernandez's strikes helped the Albiceleste win 2-0 at the Lusail Stadium, leaving the Mexicans bottom of the group
- Mexico will likely need to win by at least three goals against Saudi Arabia to qualify
Company News
Nedaa, Dubai Customs ink MoU
Business
Yansab 9M net loss $134 million
Business
Latest News
King Abdulaziz International Airport top Saudi performer in November
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, King Fahd International Airport, Abha International Airport, Al-Ahsa International Airport...
Business
SAMA issues rules regulating ‘buy now pay later’ companies
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has issued rules for regulating buy now pay later (BNPL) companies,...
Business
Qatar Airways and Asian Football Confederation sign partnership deal
Doha, Qatar--Qatar Airways Group and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) have signed a global partnership set to transform the fan...
Business
Most Read
Geostrategy
NCSC seeks to regulate Jordan’s cybersecurity market
AMMAN, JORDAN - National Cyber Security Center (NCSC) seeks to regulate the Kingdom's cybersecurity market by outlining and endorsing the...
- One of the NCSC's key measures focuses on issuing Cybersecurity Services Licensing System, its director said.
- This would "effectively" contribute to strengthening and supporting Jordanian companies to enter the cybersecurity market.
Business
Qatar receives more than 3-million tourists in 2023
Doha, Qatar-- Qatar received more than three million tourists from around the world during the ongoing year, making the oil-rich...
- The chairman of Qatar Tourism made the remarks during his opening speech at the 26th session of the Arab Ministerial Council for Tourism, held in Doha
- Al Kharji added that tourism has been one of the most important drivers of economic growth and sustainable development in many countries worldwide
Business
ADQ and Azerbaijan’s AIH set up joint-investment platform
Abu Dhabi, UAE--ADQ, an Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company, and Azerbaijan Investment Holding (AIH), a strategic sovereign wealth fund...
- The joint-investment platform will leverage investment opportunities with the goal of generating sustainable financial returns on deployed capital
- Both the entities will each hold a 50 percent interest in the joint venture, with each party committing US$500 million to the JV platform