DUBAI, UAE - Bahraini authorities have agreed to offer prisoners extra rights, including more visiting hours, following a mass hunger strike that activists say is the largest in the country's history. The interior ministry late on Monday said it would "increase the duration of visitations" and was looking to raise the...

The partnership aims at enhancing trade infrastructure.

Despite a decline in FDI inflows in the past few years, GCC countries remain optimistic as they expect strong economic growth in 2023 and beyond.

DUBAI, UAE - The global Islamic microfinance industry has surpassed US$60 billion in value within the $3.8 trillion Islamic finance landscape. This achievement highlights the growing recognition of Islamic microfinance as a tool for poverty alleviation. The industry's potential to bridge financial gaps while adhering to Shariah principles positions it...

"It' time to promote the Olympic Movement's core values in close collaboration with national sports organizations and key authorities. The NOC will continue to work to instil the Olympic ethos at the grassroots level and promote sports participation in schools and higher educational institutions," adds Sheikh Ahmed, who also heads...

Sharjah, UAE--Sharjah will host the first-ever Gulf-Iraq Business Forum on 26th and 27th September to boost economic ties between the GCC and Iraq. The event is an initiative of the Federation of GCC Chambers and is being organized in partnership with the Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry...

Dubai, UAE--The Doctors Without Borders (MSF) charity has "lost contact" with two of its foreign staff in Yemen, the group told AFP on Monday. The employees, a German and a Burmese, had been in the northern province of Marib, the aid group said without giving further details. International organizations and...

Dubai, Riyadh - PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, has entered into an agreement to acquire Circle Health Group, the UK's largest independent operator of hospitals, for a substantial AED 4.41 billion ($1.19 billion).  PureHealth's existing roster of companies includes healthcare names such as SEHA – Abu...

GCC countries consistently maintain inflation rates below the global average, with the Food and Beverages CPI subcategory showing moderate growth across the region.

Sharjah, UAE - Expo Centre Sharjah said it will host 63 percent more events in the last quarter of 2023, compared to last quarter of 2022. The Center will host 18 economic, trade, and cultural exhibitions, while during the same period last year, it hosted 11 such events. The events,...

Abu Dhabi, UAE - Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) has introduced enhanced international transfer features on its mobile app and internet banking. The improvements come as the bank reports a notable 20% year-on-year increase in remittances during H1 2023. As the first bank in the UAE to offer discounts on...

Many Filipino media professionals are working in the UAE that forms the core of media cooperation. “Given the strong friendly relations between the Philippines and the UAE, I think there is so much we can accomplish together. There is so much more potential in many areas, especially in media sector,”...

Women entrepreneurs in the UAE succeed in breaking the barriers, distinguishing themselves in diverse fields, enabled along the way by the country's women-empowerment legislation.

Dubai, UAE - The Barclay family is reportedly making a bid to regain control of the Telegraph newspaper group. Months after relinquishing ownership due to financial struggles, the family is said to be enlisting support from investors based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to facilitate their comeback, Guardian newspaper...

The BRICS summit, which held in Johannesburg from Aug 22-24 agreed to admit Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates as new members from Jan 1, 2024.

ABU DHABI, UAE – Chairwoman of the General Women's Union (GWU) Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak launched the National Strategy for Empowerment of Emirati Women in the UAE for the years 2023-2031, on the occasion of the Emirati Women’s Day 2023, under the theme of “We Collaborate for Tomorrow”. This strategy...

"International reports indicate that the countries in the Middle East and North Africa region are most vulnerable to climate change risks, as 60 percent of the region's population lives in areas that suffer severely from water stress, and 20 million people could be displaced due to climate change," she adds.

The Middle East, with its vast resources and strategic position, can play a crucial role in BRICS' vision of a more equitable and democratic global order as the BRICS move to include countries such as Saudi Arabia and the UAE can further reduce the alliance's dependence on Western financial institutions,...

Budapest, Hungary--Senior officials from the UAE and Hungary met in Budapest on 22nd August for the inaugural round of the Political Consultations Committee between the UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Hungary’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The UAE delegation was led by Ambassador Lana Zaki Nusseibeh, Assistant Minister...

New Delhi. India - DP World on Friday signed a concession agreement with the Deendayal Port Authority to develop, operate and maintain a new 2.19 million TEU per annum mega-container terminal at Kandla in Gujarat on India’s western coast. The project involves the construction of a mega-container terminal at Tuna-Tekra...

ABU DHABI, UAE - Borouge's Chief Operating Officer Dr. Hasan Karam has said the fifth polypropylene unit (PP5) played a significant role in H1 2023, contributing US$209 million (AED767 million) representing 22 percent of the company's propylene sales and 10 percent of our overall turnover. In a statement to the...

Dubai, UAE - Savings deposits held by UAE banks, excluding interbank deposits, totaled approximately $73.01 billion (AED268.6 billion) by the end of June 2023. According to the latest data from the Central Bank of the UAE, these deposits experienced a monthly growth rate of 5.8%, equivalent to an increase of...

Abu Dhabi, UAE -- The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization (MoHRE) of the UAE and job search and recruitment platform Bayt.com have signed an MoU to enhance the retention of competent talent working in the Emirates' labor market. The MoU was signed by Khalil Al Khoori, Undersecretary of MoHRE...

DUBAI, UAE - Dubai Chambers has contributed to the emirate’s drive for sustainability by saving a total of 72,239 litres of water between June 2022 and June 2023, equivalent to 3,822 five-gallon bottles. The savings were achieved as part of the chambers’ participation in ‘Dubai Can’, a sustainability initiative launched...

Argentina, Egypt, Iran, and Ethiopia are the four other member countries joining BRICS, underscoring its commitment to a more inclusive global stance, effective from January 2024.

The conference will focus on practical aspects, unifying action, and establishing partnerships, as well as aligning efforts to transition from planning to implementation, to deliver tangible results and deal with climate challenges. The COP28 Presidency seeks to deliver a “human-centric COP”, she adds.

The company logged a 34% surge in EBITDA.

Abu Dhabi, UAE - The UAE Minister of Climate Change and the Environment Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, affirmed on Tuesday the UAE's readiness to host the upcoming Conference of the Parties (COP28) this November, in collaboration with all associated partners and entities. She underscored the UAE's pivotal role in advancing...

The funding aims to expedite growth by bolstering sales team.

DUBAI, UAE - The Customs Intelligence Management within Dubai Customs has successfully thwarted two separate attempts to smuggle controlled drugs and restricted medications via air shipments into the country. The total haul amounted to 171,600 pills and these operations underscore the department's resolute stance against illicit activities. In the first...

South Africa has revealed potential BRICS expansion plans at the Johannesburg summit, with keen interest shown by Middle Eastern nations, notably UAE and Saudi Arabia.

RAS AL KHAIMAH, UAE - Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) reported a remarkable surge in the registration of holding companies since introducing this company structure in 2020. The consistent rise in registrations highlights the growing appeal of this innovative investment vehicle, as the total number of holding companies rose...

Surpassing pre-pandemic levels, more than 40 million passenger visits were recorded at Dubai international airport in the first half of the year, a 50 percent jump. According to its operator, the airport, busiest for international passengers before Covid-19, the passenger traffic went well past the number recorded in the first...

Abu Dhabi, UAE--UAE stocks generated strong cash flows on Monday as the International Holding Company (IHC) maintained robust performance and closed at AED400.6, following more than $59.14 million worth of transactions. Multiply Group gained $43.75 million in liquidity, closing high at AED3.670. Emirates Insurance Company (EIC) was the best performer...

Abu Dhabi, UAE--The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) has revealed that its total foreign assets increased to $161.22 billion at the end of June, from $160.70 billion in May. The UAE's current account balances and deposits with banks abroad amounted to $99 billion by the end of...

Aim is administration of Employee Money Purchase schemes.

ABU DHABI, UAE - The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ethiopian Investment Commission (EIC) to foster the robust economic collaboration between the two sides. The MoU also aims to establish a framework for cooperation that advances trade, investment and economic...

Algiers, Algeria - Abdelkader Bengrina, the leader of Algeria's National Construction Movement and a member of the government coalition, has reiterated his criticism of the United Arab Emirates' (UAE) involvement in the Maghreb and Sahel region, citing concerns over the tensions it creates for Algeria. Speaking during the National Symposium...

Latakia, Syria--The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) has inaugurated the Al Naqa housing project in the Latakia Governorate in Syria. The ERC announced in April the construction of 1,000 prefabricated housing units in seven areas in the Latakia Governorate worth $18 million to assist Syrian families affected by the earthquake that...

Amid Russian-Ukrainian war, Europe aims to diversify its energy sources, with Gulf countries like Qatar, UAE, Oman, and Saudi Arabia offering alternative natural gas options.

Dubai, UAE -- The Arab Brazilian Chamber of Commerce (ABCC) recorded a surge of 8 percent in Brazilian exports to the Arab world during the first seven months of 2023, totaling to $10.61 billion, compared to $9.825 billion in the same period in 2022. Brazilian exports to the the kingdom...

Asif Khan finished off the job with an unbeaten 48 as he smacked New Zealand skipper Tim Southee for three boundaries in the 16th over to seal a famous victory with 26 balls to spare. Mark Chapman's 63 was the standout contribution in New Zealand's 142-8.

As Middle Eastern countries rise economically and their populations grow, Malaysia sees a bigger role in fulfilling the region's growing demand for edible oils and fats.

GANDHINAGAR, INDIA - Minister of State for Financial Affairs Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini and Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Health Dr. Maha Barakat led the UAE’s delegation in the G20 Joint Health-Finance Ministers Meeting (JHFMM). The meeting discussed the progress made by the Joint Finance and Health Task...

ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA - UAE Ambassador to the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Mohammed Salem Al Rashidi said that the historical relations between the two countries have witnessed remarkable progress over the past few years. This reflects the distinguished friendship between the leaderships of the two countries, and the exchange...

There are more than 121 Emirati companies operating in the Ethiopian market, contributing to enriching relations between the two countries in the economic aspect, including Julphar Gulf Pharmaceutical Industries Manufacturers, Jenaan Investment, Masdar, Emirates Steel Arkan, DP World, and other leading Emirati companies, he adds.

Dubai, UAE - Dubai's real estate market continues its upward trajectory, with house prices rising by 4.8% in Q2 2023, marking the 10th consecutive quarter of growth, according to a report by global property consultant Knight Frank. This growth trend has led to an average increase of 24% in residential...

Abu Dhabi, UAE-- As the UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed visits Ethiopia to strengthen relations with the African country, the non-oil trade between the two nations has expanded to US$1.4 billion in 2022. According to Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, the UAE’s...

The two leaders met in Addis Ababa and held talks on various aspects of bilateral relations, in addition to broader regional and international issues of mutual interest. The focus of the discussion was boosting areas of cooperation, including economic, investment, and development ties, across all sectors to increase prosperity of...

The UAE labor law has introduced changes to support remote workers, but there are still gaps compared to European countries, Liam Dogerty of Connect Resources tells TRENDS.