UAE presses for ‘sustainable development policies’ at BRICS meeting in Brazil
Sao Paulo, Brazil-- The UAE has affirmed that it collaborates with the BRICS nations in order to establish sustainable development...
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IMF predicts soft landing for global economy, yet growth remains muted
Dubai, UAE - The International Monetary Fund (IMF) in a report has indicated that the global economy is on course...
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OPEC’s crude oil reserves up 0.3% to 1,237 bn barrels in 2020
World’s proven crude oil reserves stood at 1,549 billion barrels in 2020, increasing by 0.2 percent from the level of...
- World’s proven natural gas reserves fell by 0.4 percent to 206.7 trillion standard cu m in 2020
- OPEC natural gas reserves stood at 73.74 tr standard cu m in 2020, down 1.4 percent from 2019
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E-Sports a billion-dollar industry in GCC
The Middle East has 25% of the worldwide gaming audience, followed by Latin America 13.9%, the Asia Pacific 9.2%, Western...
- The Middle East has 25% of the worldwide gaming audience, followed by Latin America 13.9%, the Asia Pacific 9.2%, Western Europe 4.8%, and North America 4%
- The value of gaming in the MENA is estimated to be US$4.5 billion with over 100 million gamers in the region
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Dubai Expo ‘new city’ is here to stay for decades
Dubai has created a "new city" for Expo 2020 that will exist for decades, the head of the event said,...
- The $7bn purpose-built showground occupies a vast site on Dubai's outskirts with hundreds of pavilions
- Expo 2020, which has sustainability as one of its main themes, wraps up in March
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Jordan, Lebanon discuss cooperation
Jordanian Prime Minister Bishr Khasawneh met his Lebanese counterpart Najib Mikati to discuss cooperation and help Lebanon.
- Jordanian Prime Minister Bishr Khasawneh underlined his country’s support for Lebanon to overcome ongoing challenges
- He also pointed to the relations that bind the two countries and peoples, highlighting Jordan's commitment to enhancing joint cooperation
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Saudi Arabia to strengthen trade ties with Austria
The Saudi delegation of the trade system was headed by Minister of Commerce Majid Al-Qasabi.
- During the meeting, the countries discussed opportunities to enhance and develop commercial relations
- They also talked of ways to upgrade the level of trade exchange and cooperation between the two countries
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Dubai Expo 2020 to attract 25 million business, tourist visits
The full expo site has opened its doors to exhibitors from almost 200 countries.
- The full expo site has opened its doors to exhibitors from almost 200 countries
- The event was chosen eight years ago to follow the 2015 Expo in Milan, Italy, and cost around $6.8 billion
Business
ADNOC Distribution will pay $350 million H1 interim dividend to shareholders
DUBAI: ADNOC Distribution has announced AED1.285 billion ($350 million) as an interim dividend payment to shareholders for the first six...
- This is the first payment in what is expected to be a full-year 2021 dividend payment of AED 2.57 billion.
- The company has set a minimum of AED2.57 billion dividend for 2022.
Business
Oman looks to tap Brunei for cooperation
Oman’s Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi and Brunei Darussalam’s Second Foreign Minister Dato Seri Setia Haji Erywan bin...
- During the meeting, the ministers stressed on their keenness in promoting cooperation in various fields, especially in areas of joint investments
- They also exchanged views on regional and international matters of common interest
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Seamless Middle East 2021 held in Dubai
The event, sponsored by the Arab League and organised by Terrapinn, was held at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
- The event, sponsored by the Arab League and organised by Terrapinn, was held at the Dubai World Trade Centre
- Participants in the event included a number of international institutions and organisations, such as Harvard University, the UN and the World Bank
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US Pavilion to inspire ‘spirit of freedom’: Commissioner General
Robert Clark praised the UAE for transforming “the sands of the desert into a thriving World’s Fair site, complete with...
- Robert Clark praised the UAE for transforming “the sands of the desert into a thriving World’s Fair site, complete with spaces for 192 nations to connect
- Clark added that the USA Pavilion will welcome millions in-person and online
UAE presses for ‘sustainable development policies’ at BRICS meeting in Brazil
Sao Paulo, Brazil-- The UAE has affirmed that it collaborates with the BRICS nations in order to establish sustainable development...
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China to restrict export of semiconductor making materials
BEIJING, CHINA - China said on Monday it would slap export controls on two rare metals essential for the manufacture of...
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RAKEZ inks MoU with ICFA to foster trade in food, agriculture
RAS AL KHAIMAH, UAE - Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) and the Indian Chamber of Food and Agriculture (ICFA)...
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Kuwait calls for border talks with Iran over gas field
KUWAIT CITY, KUWAIT -  Kuwait reinvited Iran on Monday to talks on their sea borders after Tehran said it was ready...
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Investcorp buys stake in SEC Newgate
Investcorp buys majority stake in SEC Newgate for $100m.
- SEC Newgate's other shareholders will roll over 100 percent of their equity investment as part of the transaction.
- The deal values Milan- headquartered SEC Newgate at over US$250 million, an Investcorp statement said.
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UAE finance ministry releases annual report, highlights achievements in 2022
ABU DHABI, UAE - UAE Ministry of Finance (MoF) released its annual report for the year 2022 highlighting performance, initiatives,...
- The Ministry of Finance harnesses all capabilities to support the UAE's competitiveness, aligning with the government visions and directions.
- The ministry has been keen on becoming a model and global reference for best practices and international standards in government financial work.
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Saudi Arabia extends 1mbpd oil cut, Russia slashes exports
The cut which first took effect for July will continue in August and "can be extended", the Saudi Press Agency...
- The move leaves daily production by the world's biggest oil exporter at approximately nine million barrels per day.
- Alexander Novak, the Russian deputy prime minister responsible for energy policy said Russia will voluntarily reduce its oil supply in the month of Aug by half a million bpd.