AI has emerged as a transformative force in various sectors, revolutionizing how businesses operate, make decisions, and secure their assets, says a study.

Taking to X, formerly Twitter, King Abdullah said that Jordan's air force personnel air-dropped at midnight urgent medical aid to Jordanian's field hospital in Gaza. Terming it as "our duty to aid our brothers and sisters injured in the war on Gaza", he said the kingdom will always be there...

AMMAN, JORDAN  – Foreign ministers from key Arab nations – including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Qatar, and representatives from the Palestinian Authority – met here to discuss strategies for ending the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The meeting, held on Saturday, was aimed at coordinating efforts to halt...

DUBAI, UAE - The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization (MoHRE) has launched awareness guidebooks for private sector companies and Emirati private sector employees to raise awareness on Emiratization-related decisions and initiatives in the country. The guidebooks also provide information on the benefits provided by both the Ministry and Nafis...

The Gulf country's ascent to the top of regional EV preparedness rankings and seventh position globally marks a significant stride towards its 2050 carbon neutrality goals.

Dubai, UAE - Middle East powers should maintain their push to de-escalate the region through trade and economic ties despite the Israel-Hamas war, a senior United Arab Emirates official said on Saturday. The sudden flare-up in Gaza, after a deadly attack by Hamas, follows a period of fence-mending in the region including...

Abu Dhabi, UAE--Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) has published "Sustainable Finance Framework" establishing criteria and eligibility requirements that determine which projects are labelled “green”, “social”, or “sustainable”. The framework will determine the eligibility of projects for the bank to finance or refinance, including the issuance of green, social and sustainability...

Firm paid cash dividend of US$115 million.

DUBAI, UAE –The Dubai Customs apprehended a traveler arriving from a European country who was trying to smuggle various small drugs that were cleverly concealed within his luggage. The items included 292 hallucinogenic pills, five hallucinogenic stamps, 13.84 grams of hallucinogenic powder, 7.38 grams of crack cocaine and 274.59 grams...

DUBAI, UAE - Bahrain has recalled its Ambassador from Israel and decided to suspend economic relations with Tel Aviv in a show of support for the Palestinian people. Bahrain’s move comes amid Israel’s actions in the Gaza Strip, the Council of Representatives which is the lower house of parliament of...

The MoU will enable UAE-based firm to enter Angolan market.

"Russia is dependent on willing third-country individuals and entities to resupply its military and perpetuate its heinous war against Ukraine and we will not hesitate in holding them accountable," said Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen in a statement. The Treasury added on Thursday that Russia has been exploiting "otherwise legitimate economic...

The first proposed interim dividend is of $81 million.

Abu Dhabi, UAE - Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and HSBC Bank Middle East Limited are working together in the first regional collaboration of its kind to develop digital fixed-income securities, paving the way for the introduction of a broader array of capital market use cases in the Middle East....

Dubai, UAE-- Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has held discussions with a delegation from Germany on how to boost cooperation in clean and renewable energy. In this regard, Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA), received a high-level delegation from the German region of Lusatia, led by...

The company's adjusted EBITDA reaching $446.5 million.

“Jordan has become a regional investment hub of choice for the UAE's direct investments, totaling US$4 billion. This represents 14% of the total foreign direct investments received by the Kingdom, making the UAE the largest global investor in Jordan, surpassing the UK and Kuwait, whose investments are 8.2% and 7.2%,...

Abu Dhabi, UAE--The UAE and Jordan have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to create a framework for investment cooperation in key areas including infrastructure and development projects, while further strengthening the two countries’ enduring strategic partnership. The agreement was signed between the Ministries of Investment of the UAE and...

The company's revenues increased by 3.3 percent to $3.64 billion.

Abu Dhabi, UAE - The non-oil trade volume between the UAE and Jordan has reached AED16.5 billion ($4.5 billion) in 2022, a 47.4% increase from 2021, the UAE news agency WAM reported on Wednesday.Non-oil UAE exports and re-exports reached about AED14.7 billion ($4 billion) in 2022. On Tuesday, Jordan King...

European clubs owned by Arabs continue to dominate the rankings, with Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed-owned Manchester City standing at the top with a market value of US$1.34 billion.

The firms will continue to work closely on future global projects.

Dubai, UAE -- Dubai recorded 116,116 real estate transactions worth AED 429.67 billion ($116.98 billion) during the first nine months of 2023, recording more than 36.7 percent in value and 33.8 percent in the number of transactions compared to the same period in 2022. Real estate investments also witnessed steady...

ABU DHABI, UAE - Trade between the two countries is on an upswing with volumes this year expected to surpass that of last year, Radha Krishna Panday, Ambassador of Canada to the UAE, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM). He said that the UAE has created a value-added platform that...

Oman, a minor oil producer compared with its neighbours the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, is moving quickly in its project to revive the forests that once covered the country, but died out thousands of years ago because of climatic changes.

ABU DHABI, UAE -  Upcoming UN climate talks in Dubai will be open to the private sector on an unprecedented scale, the conference's chief said on Monday, calling it a chance to "reimagine entire economies". Sultan Al Jaber, the COP28 president and head of state-owned oil giant ADNOC, was speaking at...

The rise in net profit was driven by 16% increase in sales.

Sharjah, UAE--Hamriyah Freezone Authority (HFZA) and Amazon UAE have signed a lease agreement for a new logistics centre which will enhance delivery services for customers in the Northern Emirates. In line with HFZA's vision to bolster economic growth and innovation in the region, the agreement supports Amazon UAE’s commitment to...

It posted a profit of $630 million in January-September 2023.

SHARJAH, UAE - Hamriyah Freezone Authority (HFZA) and Amazon UAE have signed a lease agreement for a new logistics center which will enhance delivery services for customers in the Northern Emirates. In line with HFZA's vision to bolster economic growth and innovation in the region, the agreement supports Amazon UAE’s...

"Buildings should produce more clean energy than they consume. This transformation demands a reevaluation of our relationship with nature. Rather than viewing ourselves as separate from nature, our future progress hinges on the health of natural systems that supply life's essentials," he adds.

Abu Dhabi, UAE-- The UAE and Belgium have stressed the importance of coordinating regional and international efforts to protect civilians and intensify efforts to restore regional security and stability. The sentiments were expressed in a meeting between Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Hadja...

Leading Arab opposition to Israel's planned invasion of the Gaza Strip, Saudi Arabia has denounced "any ground operations" due to the threat posed to Palestinian civilians. The kingdom's foreign ministry cautioned against the danger of continuing to "carry out these blatant and unjustified violations of international law against the brotherly...

Abu Dhabi, UAE - Mubadala has issued its first-ever Green Bond for US$750 million with a tenor of 10.5 years, at a yield of 6.03 percent and coupon at 5.875 percent. The issue saw strong demand from the market. The order books peaked at more than $6 billion with robust...

RAS AL KHAIMAH -- Durar, a prominent UAE real estate developer, is set to launch MASA Residences, a luxury residential development in Ras Al Khaimah. This $190.58 million project, with interiors by YOO inspired by Starck, marks Durar's entrance into the UAE's Northern Emirates and is poised to elevate Al...

Abu Dhabi, UAE--Abu Dhabi International Airport has posted a 29.3 percent jump in passenger traffic for the third quarter of 2023 to a healthy figure of 5,951,025. The passenger traffic recorded the increase at Abu Dhabi International Airport between 1st July and 30th September, an increase of 29.3%, compared to...

Abu Dhabi, UAE -- The financial markets of the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia topped the Arab stock exchanges during the third quarter of the current year, after achieving market profits of nearly $167 billion, according to the Arab Monetary Fund. The Fund, in its quarterly bulletin on Arab...

Abu Dhabi, UAE – The UAE president Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Thursday discussed climate financing with the President of the World Bank Group Ajay Banga at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi. The meeting also discussed global economic conditions, the economic impact of crises, and the contributions of the...

The company gained from regional food processing.

Abu Dhabi, UAE--The UAE's Ministry of Interior and the Gulf Police Service hosted the seventh edition of the strategic dialogue focused on developing an efficient, multilateral framework for global police work. This dialogue serves as a global platform under INTERPOL's auspices, uniting regional police organizations and major intergovernmental bodies concerned...

The GCC project sector, one of the world's most dynamic, has recorded a significant surge in project awards, reaching $41.8 billion in the third quarter of 2023, says a report.

Abu Dhabi, UAE -- UAE banks' investments surpassed AED 580 billion, hitting a record high in August 2023, according to the Central Bank of the UAE. The investment grew by 19.5 percent year-over-year to reach AED 585.4 billion ($159 billion) by the end of August 2023, up AED 95.6 billion...

“To achieve our climate objectives, every segment of the economy, including retail, must work towards a greener future. The upcoming COP28 will see UAE businesses actively participating, not just observing. They will demonstrate that businesses are integral to the climate solution,” she adds.

The listing of shares on ADX is set for November 17.

Abu Dhabi, UAE-- Trade between the UAE and Zimbabwe touched $2 billion last year as the bilateral relations between the two countries have strengthened in recent years. According to Lovemore Mazemo, ambassador of Zimbabwe to the UAE, the trade relations between the two countries are poised to grow further. The...

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,...

The bank's income increased by 35.4% year-on-year.

"The UAE's financial markets are proactively broadening sustainable finance options. The Dubai Financial Market has rolled out regulatory frameworks for environmental, social, and governance reporting, urging listed companies to enhance ESG information disclosure and adopt ESG reporting practices," she adds.

ABU DHABI, UAE - Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD) Group, the integrated trade, logistics, and industrial hub of Abu Dhabi announced the signing of a land lease agreement with Advanced Petro Services (APS), a leading provider of specialised services in the energy industry. KEZAD’s world-class industrial ecosystem is equipped...

MoU to enhance digital solutions for efficiency.