The economic zone supports over 18,000 SMEs and multinational corporations, providing them with simplified processes, customized packages, and digitalized services, says Jallad

"In Sharjah, we are working hard to bring more balance and harmony to our relationship with the land" she adds, referring to various actions carried out by public and private entities as well as educational institutions in the emirate, such as the harvesting of toxin and pesticide-free wheat from the...

The packaging plant will be one of the largest in the world.

Organizations across the Kingdom are witnessing major DX impact in customer satisfaction, cost efficiencies, and data-driven insights, an IDC executive tells TRENDS.

As the effects of climate change intensify each year, there is an urgent need to transform multiple industries to meet sustainable development targets, avoid greenwashing, and create transparent and pragmatic resolutions, adds Hitchen, suggesting the plan of action for the region.

The Abraham peace Accords between Israel and some Middle Eastern countries has paved the way for new cooperation and energy production opportunities, further solidifying the region's position in the global energy market. The region is also developing skill sets in areas of the industry beyond just production, she adds.

BELGRADE, SERBIA - UAE Minister of State for Public Education and Advanced Technology  Sarah Al Amiri discussed cooperation in research and development (R&D), advanced technology, sustainability, food technology with the Serbian government. Al Amiri, in her visit to Serbia, discussed developing tools to finance research, innovation, energy transition and developing...

The small and medium enterprises are an important component of the Qatari private sector, as they account for over 90 percent of private sector establishments and are a great source of employment, in addition to their role in promoting innovation and creativity in business activities, he adds.

TRENDS comes out with exclusive interviews of eminent leaders who had set a blueprint for a peaceful and successful global future during the Davos Summit earlier this year.

Dubai, UAE -- Mashreq Bank, the oldest privately-owned bank in the UAE, has facilitated $15.5 billion in sustainable finance, Joe Van Dusen, Group Head of Corporate & Investment Banking at Mashreq, said on Tuesday. In a statement in January, the bank said that the finance was facilitated between Jan 2021...

Technology, however, can be a powerful tool to deal with global challenges such as climate change, poverty, and inequality, says MIT's Senseable City Lab director Carlo Ratti.

DUBAI, UAE - The UAE Regulations Lab has issued a license for an electric cargo aircraft to promote eco-friendly transportation and enhance the sustainability of the air cargo industry in the country. The license is aimed at reducing carbon emissions by encouraging the adoption of clean energy and leveraging technology...

This year's event, held in the Swiss resort of Davos, was an intense and inspiring, and had brought together prominent leaders from government, business, and social institutions.

Globally, around 14 percent of food produced is lost between harvest and retail, while an estimated 17 percent of total global food production is wasted, UN says.

"We utilise all forms of clean energy to cut carbon emissions and mitigate the worst impacts of climate change. The UAE’s approach is showing tangible benefit, with over 5.5mT of carbon emissions removed for every unit brought into commercial operation at the Barakah plant," adds Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri.

Set to open in Q3 2023, the move is part of the biopharmaceutical giant’s global green agenda.

"An effective partnership model between the public and private sector in Dubai has helped transform innovation into a culture that has enhanced the UAE’s competitiveness. Innovation has also helped in formulating strategies and unlock new achievements,” Al Basti adds.

Sharjah is a gateway to the markets of the Gulf region, with a GDP of US$1.6 trillion. It provides a solid business base for investors through six free zones and 33 industrial zones with various specialisations, which are all linked to convenient land, sea and airports, he adds.

The UAE has a long and established history in the field of sustainability, which began with the initiatives launched by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who provided a vision for the UAE's future in sustainable development, he adds while speaking at the 26th UAE National Environment Day.

ABU DHABI, UAE - Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan has emphasized the UAE’s commitment to achieving sustainability and protecting and preserving natural resources for future generations. In a...

Containing the fallout of climate change, addressing related damage and losses, and meeting the relevant needs of developing countries are among the major global challenges related to climate action, which will be addressed at COP28, adds Sheikha Shamma during an interview.

The leadership’s vision to empower women has ensured that women are equal participants and major contributors to the UAE’s sustainable development journey, adds Al Marri, Vice President of the UAE Gender Balance Council at the 8th Dubai International Project Management Forum.

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - Saudi Arabia's Communications, Space & Technology Commission (CST) has announced the formation of a Space Entrepreneurship Alliance to achieve growth and sustainability in the sector and develop a solid foundation to support entrepreneurs in the Kingdom's space industry. The alliance was announced during the Commission's participation...

Abu Dhabi, UAE-- The hosting of events like the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week and the upcoming COP28 demonstrate the UAE's "great leadership in this process." This was stated by Grant Shapps, UK’s Secretary of State for Business, Energy, and Industrial Strategy. “I think it is an amazing year for the...

“The UAE will strive to make COP28 one of solidarity and action. It will listen, engage, and build partnerships with all parties who seek to play a constructive role in the clean energy transition. It will bridge the global north and south. And it will move from goals to concrete...

ABU DHABI, UAE - Building on its ongoing efforts to improve the healthcare ecosystem from all aspects, the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Geneva Sustainability Center (GSC). The GSC is an organization powered by the International Hospital Federation (IHF)...

ABU DHABI, UAE - ADNOC Distribution on Friday announced plans to reduce its carbon intensity by 25 percent by 2030. This will be implemented by putting sustainability at the core of its day-to-day operations to future-proof its business and deliver sustainable long-term shareholder value. Central to ADNOC Distribution's enhanced sustainability...

DAVOS, SWITZERLAND – A  report launched Monday at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2023 shows how countries can accelerate the food systems transformation. The report Food Nature and Health Transitions - Repeatable Country Models reveals how actions and investments can accelerate a country’s transition towards food systems that deliver...

ABU DHABI, UAE -  UAE Minister of Energy and Infrastructure and Romanian Minister of Energy discussed ways to enhance cooperation in the energy and climate action fields between the two countries. UAE minister Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei received Romanian Minister  Virgil-Daniel Popescu at the Energy Ministry's headquarters in Abu...

Some investment trends that emerged at the tail end of 2022 — clean energy, consumer staples, retail, and infrastructure — will gain further impetus in 2023, says an expert.

The project is underpinned by a central green spine that runs the length of the community, featuring parks, lakes, and biodomes.

Telco companies have already been building clouds for years, but as the drive towards distributed applications, choice and a highly flexible environment increases, we’ll start to see more cloud companies get into networking, infrastructure and customer-site management, adds Baguley.

Sustainability remains key focus as the UAE and Saudi Arabia speed up digitalization, which has been the fundamental pillar of the transformative economic goals of the GCC nations.

Through strategic investments in our vehicles, services, businesses and technologies, we are leading the way toward a cleaner, smarter and safer society, adds West, the Managing Director of OnStar Middle East Operations and Future Mobility General Motors Africa and Middle East.

With 283 deals worth $23.8 billion in the first three quarters of 2022, the region’s M&A activity has returned to pre-pandemic levels, a BCG report has highlighted.

The swift recovery from the effects of Covid-19 is expected to contribute to a rise in demand for luxury real estate units in the UAE by more than 30 percent next year, says a report.

Fintechs remain popular with investors mainly due to their scalability, rapid market growth and dependency of people on technology, says Theresa Doan of SEE Institute.

"We seek to boost long-term partnerships between local and foreign investors to enhance added values and the knowledge transfer, to create more promising opportunities that require technical skills to boost the economic diversification objectives in the country," adds Al Sayed, who is also Chairman of the Qatar Free Zones Authority.

The Gulf country will reveal the mechanisms for implementing its strategic initiative to achieve climate neutrality 2050, as part of its support for sustainable financing solutions for all sectors. This is alongside a comprehensive assessment of the status and movement of sustainable financing solutions, she adds.

Innovations poised to have an important impact on the sustainability of seven industries: advanced manufacturing services, retail, banking, energy, healthcare, consumer products and automotive. Banks, for example, continue to create new forms of greener, impact-driven products and services, he adds.

The bilateral relations between the two countries are based on mutual respect and appreciation. The significant advancement in the bilateral ties in recent years in several major sectors, notably the economic and trade sectors, has led to a rise in their trade exchange to record levels, she adds.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia— Aramco will launch a $1.5 billion sustainability fund to invest in stable and inclusive energy transition technology. According to its CEO Amin Nasser, the fund will be managed by the company's venture capital arm Aramco Ventures. The CEO said that the fund will be “among the biggest...

The UAE-UK Business Council hosted its 20th Plenary Meeting in Abu Dhabi, co-chaired by Ahmed Al Sayegh, Minister of State, and Lord Udny-Lister.

The inaugural RAK Energy Summit, to be held on October 4-5, will feature experts from the energy sector in the UAE and globally for discussions on the challenges and opportunities the world faces as it moves to cut carbon emissions.

The Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) and Dubai Solar Show (DSS) saw a large turnout of visitors in its 24th edition.

UAE Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei said that the start-up of Unit 3 of Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant contributes to achieving one of the most important objectives of the country's vision and strategy for the energy sector.

The eighth World Green Economy Summit (WGES) will explore ways to improve global food security, sustainability of the food systems and the contribution of the agriculture and food production sectors to achieve a net zero future.

A UAE economic delegation led by Minister of State Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh visited Tbilisi, Georgia.

Winning firms are exploring innovative alternatives, guided by a strong sense of purpose and a flexible strategy. Disruption doesn’t demolish ESG ambitions. It fortifies them, add François Faelli, Global Managing Partner of ESG, Bain & Company and Akram Alami, Partner, Bain & Company Middle East.

It is a wake-up call that warns of a bigger disaster in cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi if quick steps aren't taken to deal with heavy rainfalls, Dake Rechsand CEO tells TRENDS.