• Abu Dhabi Chamber and UAEIIC team up to boost investment

    Abu Dhabi, UAE--The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry has signed an agreement with the UAE International Investors Council to collaborate in investment and futuristic economic sectors. According to the agreement, the Abu Dhabi Chamber and the Council will exert their best efforts to eliminate any obstacles that may...
  • Aramco CEO highlights collaboration with Beijing at forum in China

    AL-DHAHRAN, SAUDI ARABIA – Aramco President and CEO Amin Nasser outlined the potential for stronger collaboration with Chinese partners in his speech on Monday at the China Development Forum in Beijing. Nasser underscored the possibility of fostering broader economic globalization by strengthening ties with Chinese partners and identified specific areas...
  • UAE, NeoNautica collaborate to develop Blue Pass platform

    DUBAI, UAE – The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure has signed a collaboration agreement with NeoNautica, a company specialized in technology and digital services for the maritime sector. This collaboration aims to develop and operate the UAE Blue Pass platform, which is dedicated to creating quality packages of privileges and...
  • Ooredoo partners with Dropbox

    It will enable customers to access Dropbox's tools.
  • 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 policies, effective financing solutions and an advanced digital infrastructure. This was stated by Mohamed Hadi Al Hussaini, UAE's Minister of State for Financial Affairs at the first BRICS finance ministers...
  • Red Sea Global releases ‘Red Sea Waves,’ its first music album

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind The Red Sea and Amaala, the Saudi tourism destinations, announced the release of its first 'Red Sea Waves' album, produced by its own Red Sea Studios. The creative team at Red Sea Studios - led by Adham Alzanbagi in...
  • Saudi Arabia aims to build ties with Canada in scientific and research fields

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia-- Saudi Arabia is exploring investment opportunities in education and aiming to attract investments to the kingdom from Canada. In this connection, the Saudi Minister of Education, Yousef bin Abdullah Al-Benyan, along with the accompanying education delegation, visited several educational institutions and universities in Canada, where he met...
  • UAE and Jordan leaders discuss boosting economic, investment ties

    Amman, Jordan-- The UAE and Jordan have explored opportunities for collaboration in the fields of economy, investment, food security, renewable energy and sustainability in a meeting between the UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Jordan's King Abdullah in Amman. The meeting between the two leaders, which took place at...
  • Global alliances key to educational advancement

    "We are dedicated to supporting scientific research and innovation through strategic partnerships and pioneering initiatives, focusing on future-oriented sciences for students,” he adds during his participation in the Bett EdTech exhibition and conference in the United Kingdom.
  • UAE, Malaysia sign MoU to enhance ties in digital-infrastructure sector

    Abu Dhabi, UAE-- The UAE and Malaysia have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to boost investment cooperation in the digital-infrastructure sector with an emphasis on data centres in Malaysia. The MoU centres on establishing robust and efficient collaboration through the development of bilateral relationships between public and private organisations....
  • Bahrain and GCC look to boost ‘convention, exhibition’ industry

    Manama, Bahrain-- Bahrain and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) are looking to boost cooperation in the convention and conference industry in the region. In this regard a meeting was held in Dubai to discuss ways to enhance collaboration at the level of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. Fatima bint...
  • Sharjah Chamber discusses collaboration with AAAID on trade, investment

    Sharjah, UAE--The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has held discussions with the Arab Authority for Agricultural Investment and Development (AAAID) to support business community and foster trade and investment between the two entities. The discussions took place at the chamber's headquarters, where Abdullah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of...
  • UAE and Costa Rica conclude talks on signing CEPA

    Dubai, UAE-- The UAE and Costa Rica have concluded negotiations to sign a comprehensive economic partnership agreement. In this connection, Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, and Manuel Tovar, Minister of Foreign Trade of Costa Rica, have signed a joint statement to confirm...
  • Federal Tax Authority, Etihad Credit Bureau tie up to boost tax compliance

    Dubai, UAE--The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has signed an agreement with Etihad Credit Bureau to enhance tax compliance in the UAE. The agreement aims to establish an electronic link between the two entities, enabling the Authority to directly access credit reports provided by the Bureau, using them to strengthen compliance...
  • UAE’s ENEC signs MoU with TerraPower for nuclear-technology development

    Dubai, UAE--The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) has signed a memorandum of understanding with TerraPower, an American nuclear innovation company, to collaborate in various areas of technological development. The MoU was signed during COP28 by Ahmed Al Mazroui, Nuclear Research and Development Vice President of ENEC, and Chris Levesque, President...
  • ADNOC and Santos sign agreement to build joint platform for net-zero goals

    Abu Dhabi, UAE--ADNOC and Santos have signed a strategic collaboration agreement (SCA) to build a joint global-carbon-management platform that could support the decarbonisation journey of customers throughout Asia-Pacific. The SCA also provides companies with the opportunity to work together to advance critical carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies necessary to...
  • Dubai Financial Market, Nasdaq Dubai, Shanghai Stock Exchange sign MoU

    Dubai, UAE--The Dubai Financial Market (DFM), Nasdaq Dubai, and Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to further strengthen the ties between the capital markets of Dubai and China. This partnership marks a significant milestone in cross-border collaboration. It will not only facilitate the exchange of...
  • Al Ghurair to use Oracle solution

    This will help HR teams improve business operations.
  • Export Bahrain and Alibaba sign MoU to boost global trade

    Manama, Bahrain--Export Bahrain and Alibaba.com have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to boost global trade and economic growth in Bahrain. The MoU signed during the 6th China International Import Exhibition held in Shanghai, will enable Export Bahrain and Alibaba.com to leverage their respective strengths and expertise to facilitate trade,...
  • Saudi Ministry of Investment and Agility sign MoU to boost healthcare sector

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia-- Saudi Arabia and Agility have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to introduce cutting-edge health technology and services to the kingdom's healthcare sector. As per the terms of the agreement, Agility and MISA will explore four areas of collaboration in the healthcare sector. This includes the potential...
  • Tech development must be ethical, inclusive: Scientist

    Interdisciplinary discussions can help in guiding ethical tech development for the greater good, Karen Hallberg of Argentina's Bariloche Atomic Centre tells TRENDS.
  • UAE and Canada review bilateral ties at first joint-committee meeting

    Abu Dhabi, UAE-- The UAE and Canada have reviewed bilateral ties at the first joint committee meeting in Abu Dhabi on Monday. The meeting was co-chaired by Reem Al Hashimy, UAE's Minister of State for International Cooperation, and Mélanie Joly, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada. During the meeting,...
  • Art exhibition showcases deep cultural ties between Kuwait and Oman

    Kuwait City, Kuwait--The art exhibition titled "Oman in the Heart of Kuwait" was inaugurated at the Kuwaiti Syndicate of Media and Artists on Saturday, emphasizing the deep historical and cultural ties between the Sultanate of Oman and the State of Kuwait. Oman's Ambassador to Kuwait, Saleh Al-Kharusi, who presided over...
  • Innovative solutions crucial to deal with challenges

    "From 2021 to 2022, Saudi exports to Portugal jumped by 50 percent, and imports from Portugal rose by nearly 40 percent, resulting in a trade volume of $1 billion. This emphasizes the potential for increased collaboration between the two countries," adds Saudi Arabia's Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal F....
  • Masdar City, ADAFZ sign MoU

    The two free zones will collaborate to grow businesses.
  • Innovation steers Middle East through tourism swings

    Facing tourism seasonality challenges, the region diversifies offerings, enhances infrastructure, and collaborates, for year-round success despite temperature fluctuations.
  • Mining sector to contribute 5% to UAE non-oil GDP by 2030: minister

    Abu Dhabi, UAE - The mining sector’s contribution to the non-oil GDP of the United Arab Emirates is set to increase to 5% by 2030, Khaled Al Hosani, Director of the Geological and Mineral Resources Department at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, said on Monday.  The ministry has  launched...
  • UAE and Serbia hold discussions on signing of CEPA

    In order to boost trade and investment flows and private-sector collaboration, the UAE and Serbia have begun talks on Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Once the deal is signed it will improve bilateral non-oil trade by reducing or eliminating customs duties, removing unnecessary barriers to trade.
  • UAE president discusses boosting ties with president of Nigeria

    Abu Dhabi, UAE-- UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu discussed opportunities for further bilateral collaboration in areas that serve both countries’ sustainable economic growth, including the economic, development, energy, and climate action fields in a meeting in Abu Dhabi. Sheikh Mohamed expressed his hope...
  • QFCA, QSE sign agreement with Malaysian firm to advance bonds and sukuk

    Doha, Qatar--The Qatar Financial Centre Authority (QFCA), Qatar Stock Exchange and Malaysian Rating Corporation Berhad (MARC) have entered into a memorandum of collaboration (MoC) to pursue a range of strategic initiatives aimed at advancing the financial landscape with a specific emphasis on bonds and Sukuk The scope of the collaboration...
  • UAE president and Jordan’s king renew resolve to boost ties

    The talks between Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and King Abdullah focused on ways to ramp up cooperation across key strategic sectors, with a particular emphasis on economic partnerships, investment and development opportunities, and other key areas aimed at fostering sustainable development and prosperity in both countries.
  • Abu Dhabi Maritime signs MoU with ADNOC Distribution

    It seeks to enhance emirate's coastal and marine locations.
  • Saudi Arabia to host MENA Climate Week in October to ‘assess progress’

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia--Saudi Arabia will host the MENA Climate Week 2023 in Riyadh on October 8-12, in coordination with the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCC). The MENA week’s activities and events will be “Global Stocktake” to assess the progress made towards realizing the climate changes objectives outlined...
  • Sharjah nurturing publishing sector for five decades

    “Sharjah has hosted the world’s largest book fair in terms of buying and selling of copyrights, developed pioneering business solutions and created literary initiatives to champion authors, publishers, literary agents, media professionals, and booksellers worldwide, but this is just the beginning,” she adds.
  • Saudi Arabia and Bahrain to collaborate on speeding up sustainable development

    New York, US--Saudi Arabia and Bahrain are looking to collaborate in order to speed up the sustainable development goals, aligning them with government programs under the 2030 Agenda. In this connection, discussion took place at a joint meeting between Amna bint Ahmed Al Romaihi, Minister of Housing and Urban Planning, Noor bint Ali Alkhulaif, Minister of...
  • UAE and Mongolia to ramp up trade and investment ties

    Ulaanbaatar, Mangolia--The UAE and Mongolia are looking to boost trade and investment cooperation with a focus on the agriculture sector. The two countries held discussions to ramp up collaboration during the visit of Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, to Mongolia. He is leading...
  • At G20 meeting, UAE urges world to collaborate in scientific research

    Mumbai, India--The UAE’s Minister of State for Public Education and Advanced Technology Sarah Al Amiri has urged the global community to collaborate more closely in the field of research and innovation in order to find solutions to international challenges. Addressing ministers at the G20 Research and Innovation Initiative Gathering (RIIG)...
  • Iraqi president presses for closer trade and energy ties with Iran

    Baghdad, Iraq-- Iraqi President Abdul Latif Rashid has emphasized the need for reinforcing partnership with Iran in the fields of trade and energy. The president made the remarks during a meeting with an Iranian delegation headed by deputy foreign minister Bagheri Kani in Baghdad. Rashid accentuated the imperative of reinforcing...
  • Google to add seven new features for Google Chat

    WASHINGTON, US-  Google revealed seven new features to be added to Google Chat, a communication and collaboration tool, to enhance the user experience on the app. The upcoming additions include the integration of Gmail features, improved editing, quoting options, and the ability to include apps in personal conversations. One of...
  • Dubai Police and DIB sign agreement to support Bayti initiative with US$5.44mn

    Dubai, UAE--The Dubai Police and Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) have signed an agreement to back the social initiative, "Bayti", with $5.44 million to support people with low-income in home construction and furnishing. The ‘Bayti’ initiative was recently launched by Dubai Police General Command, the Department of Islamic Affairs and Charitable...
  • UAE and France to deepen partnership in several sectors

    Dubai, UAE-- The UAE and France have reiterated their commitment to widening cooperation in important fields and sectors. The resolve was renewed at the 15th session of the UAE-France Strategic Dialogue held in Paris. The two countries discussed the status of the strategic bilateral investment partnerships, which were signed in...
  • UAE’s GCAA signs agreement with ICAO to boost collaboration

    Montreal, Canada--The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) has signed a joint cooperation agreement to deepen collaboration. The agreement was signed by Mohammed Abdullah Al-Salami, Chairman, Department of Civil Aviation, in Fujairah, GCAA Deputy Board Chairman, and Juan Carlos Salazar, ICAO Secretary General. This came...
  • Saudi Arabia scouts Europe for business tie-ups in healthcare, mining sectors

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia-- Saudi Arabia is aiming to establish a slew of business partnerships in healthcare and mining sectors with companies in the UK, Germany, besides discussing humanitarian cooperation in Spain. In this connection, Saudi officials are engaged in productive meetings to strengthen partnerships and explore collaborations.  Saudi minister of...
  • Saudi embrace of China signals shift in Middle East geopolitics

    China's approach, characterized by a combination of economic incentives and a focus on development, contrasts with the more assertive and unilateral approach often associated with the United States. For Arab nations, China's appeal also lies in its geo-economic-centric relationship, he adds.
  • UAE’s MoHRE extends deadline for companies to meet Emiratisation targets

    Dubai, UAE-- The UAE'S Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has extended the deadline for private sector to hire local employees from June 30 to July 7. MoHRE said this decision was taken by taking into consideration the Eid Al Adha holiday, which falls on the fourth week of...
  • 10th Arab-China Business Conference opens in Riyadh

    The conference -- being held under the theme "Collaborating for Prosperity" -- aims to strengthen the Arab-Chinese friendship and foster a shared prosperous future.
  • Qatar Finance and Business Academy signs MoU with Morgan International

    Doha, Qatar-- Qatar Finance and Business Academy and Morgan International have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to provide training and upskilling solutions to individuals and organizations in Qatar's financial market. The collaboration will offer comprehensive training and upskilling solutions to individuals and organizations within Qatar's market, as well as...
  • UAE, Turkish presidents discuss bilateral, economic relations in Istanbul

    ISTANBUL, TURKEY - UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan  arrived here on Saturday for a working visit and met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The two leaders reviewed the growing bilateral ties between the UAE and Turkey and explored opportunities for further collaboration. The meeting between Sheikh...
  • UAE and Malaysia agree to boost cooperation in clean energy

    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia-- The UAE and Malaysia are looking to bolster cooperation in the field of energy, in addition to strengthening ties between the two countries. The subject of cooperation in clean energy came up in a meeting between Suhail bin Mohammed Faraj Faris Al Mazrouei, the UAE's Minister of...
  • Hyatt to develop tourist destinations in Saudi Arabia

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Development Fund (TDF) has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with an affiliate of Hyatt Hotels Corporation to establish luxury hotels across the kingdom. The collaboration aims to develop several hospitality-led destinations which will enhance the tourism sector in the country....
  • Strong fraud detection boosts security of UAE banks

    "The UAE is well positioned to further strengthen its leadership in combating fraud, with continued investment in technology, training and collaboration. Besides, the National Cybersecurity Strategy contributes to enhancing the integrated system by implementing many initiatives," he adds.