Standard & Poor’s affirms Saudi Arabia’s ‘A/A-1’ credit rating
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Standard & Poor's (S&P) affirmed the Kingdom's credit rating in local and foreign currency at "A/A-1"...
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Domestic worker visa applications in UAE up 66% in June 2024, says a report
The UAE, relying on domestic workers (5% of the population), invests $3 billion annually, highlighting the rising demand for domestic...
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IsDB, Jordan sign two pacts to support food security, tourism sector
Jordanian Prime Minister Bisher Al-Khasawneh commended the continuous support of IsDB for economic projects in Jordan including help in the...
- Jordanian Prime Minister Bisher Al-Khasawneh commended the continuous support of IsDB for economic projects in Jordan including help in the modernization of the public sector
- President of the IsDB Group, Dr. Mohammad Sulaiman Al-Jasser affirmed the IsDB's interest in continuing to support and implement development and service projects in Jordan
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Saudi Arabia, China explore trade, investments opportunities
The two sides reviewed the growth of bilateral trade, and the volume of the commercial partnership.
- The two sides reviewed the growth of bilateral trade, and the volume of the commercial partnership
- Saudi Arabia's exports to China, in the second quarter of 2022, amounted to about $16.8 billion
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UAE tops Arab countries in WIPO’s Global Innovation Index 2022
The UAE also ranked 18th globally on the GII's Innovation Input Sub-Index, five ranks higher than 2021.
- The country also ranked 18th globally on the GII's Innovation Input Sub-Index, five ranks higher than 2021
- It ranked 6th globally in the Institutions indicator, as compared to 24th last year, 7th in the Infrastructure indicator, as compared to 14th in 2021
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‘Agri-tech, innovation key in improving farmers’ livelihoods’
UAE Minister of Climate Change and the Environment Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri participated in the Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting in Bali...
- Innovation and agri-tech has helped UAE to support smallholder farmers and enhance their contribution to food security.
- innovative agricultural methods are the building blocks of sustainable food systems, says UAE minister.
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UAE, Tanzania sign pact to avoid double taxation
UAE and Tanzania have signed an agreement for avoiding double taxation and preventing tax evasion.
- The pact was signed as part of the UAE's endeavors to strengthen cooperation frameworks in tax matters.
- The agreement is in line with both countries’ efforts to boost cooperation in tax fields, increase investment opportunities, encourage trade exchange.
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Dubai fifth globally in UN digital city governance survey 2022
Dubai ranked fifth globally and first in the Arab World in the Local Online Service Index (LOSI) 2022 issued by...
- The latest Local Online Service Index assessed digital governments in major cities across 193 countries.
- Dubai received perfect scores in Institutional Framework, Content Provision and Service Provision, earning it top ranking in these vital indicators.
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UAE to develop international maritime network
The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) announced the launch of the "UAE Maritime Network".
- The initiative supports the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure efforts to enhance the position of the UAE’s maritime sector globally.
- The maritime network will be a knowledge hub for global stakeholders on investment opportunities in the UAE’s maritime industry.
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Fourth leak detected at Nord Stream pipelines in Baltic Sea
A Swedish Coast Guard official said that there are two leaks on the Swedish side and two leaks on the...
- Media reported that the latest leak was detected at the Nord Stream 2 pipeline, but the coast guard did not confirm this
- The vast leaks cause significant bubbling at the surface of the sea several hundred meters wide, making it impossible to immediately inspect the structures
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EU proposes new Russia sanctions including oil price cap
European Union also plans to expand its travel blacklist and asset freezes to include high-ranking Russian defense officials and organizers...
- The EU will also look to ban Russian exports worth $7 billion and tighten restrictions on goods flowing from the EU that could help Russia's war machine
- The push for an oil price cap is aimed at limiting how much third countries, such as China and India, pay for Russian crude
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UAE economy achieves pre-pandemic level growth: WB regional director
Abousleiman said the UAE led the world with a successful vaccination programme in 2021, as well as its monetary and...
- Abousleiman said the UAE led the world with a successful vaccination programme in 2021, as well as its monetary and fiscal stimulus packages
- He added that the GCC region is projected to expand by 5.9 percent in 2022 before moderating to 3.7 percent and 3.3 percent in 2023 and 2024, respectively
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Standard & Poor’s affirms Saudi Arabia’s ‘A/A-1’ credit rating
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Standard & Poor's (S&P) affirmed the Kingdom's credit rating in local and foreign currency at "A/A-1"...
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One dead as new earthquake rocks west Afghanistan
According to the United States Geological Survey, the quake occurred at a shallow depth at around 05:10 am local time...
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UAE to sign six more CEPAs by year end: Al Zeyoudi
Dubai, UAE--The UAE will sign six new comprehensive economic partnership agreements (CEPA) with South Korea, Thailand, Chile, Costa Rica, Colombia,...
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Saudi non-oil GDP growth to be strong despite oil cuts
Tourism and entertainment sectors are likely to help Saudi Arabia's non-oil GDP grow robustly in the coming years, despite a...
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Yellen urges more IMF, World Bank reforms for climate, poverty fight
Benguerir, Morocco - US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said on Tuesday she backed efforts to boost the lending firepower of the...
- Yellen said the World Bank's board of governors will endorse at this week's meetings in Marrakesh a new vision to "end poverty on a livable planet"
- "It has become common sense that addressing climate change and other global challenges is key to achieving development," she said
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First wind turbines reach Saudi green hydrogen plant, says CEO
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - The first wind turbines have arrived at what Saudi officials bill as the world's biggest green hydrogen...
- Around 30 turbines are expected to be delivered by the end of the year along with the project's first solar panels.
- The $8.4 billion NEOM green hydrogen plant is expected to reach full production by the end of 2026.
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PIF sets up Tasaru Mobility Investments
The firm will drive strategic investments and partnerships
- The company will focus on developing local supply chain capabilities for the automotive and mobility industry in Saudi Arabia.
- PIF has invested in the future of mobility, including establishing Saudi Arabia’s first national electric vehicle brand, Ceer, in partnership with Foxconn.