While Saudi Arabia has said it does not use oil as a political tool, US experts see this as a direct rebuff to the Biden administration.

The Barakah Plant is spearheading the decarbonization of the UAE’s power sector by generating clean electricity and forms key component of the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 Strategy.

Delegations from France and Italy have visited the Expo Center Sharjah to discuss ways to strengthen cooperation and exchange expertise in the field of exhibitions and conferences.

A high-level UAE delegation, on a visit to Egypt, met with senior officials of the Egyptian Ministry of Defense.

Nykaa will leverage the Apparel Group’s robust retail infrastructure network and deep market relationships to build distinctive GCC focused beauty offerings.

To draw firms from around the world, the UAE and KSA have been working hard over past few years to build infrastructure comparable to that of industrialized nations.

The move will help develop ADX derivatives market.

TAQA Energy will sell upstream oil and gas business to Waldorf.

Both companies will merge their healthcare businesses.

S&P Global's latest data reveals that the UAE has recorded a strong growth in business across the non-oil economy even as its Purchasing Managers’ Index slightly took a dive to 56.1 in September over the previous month.

The large white marble building with Indian as well as Emirati architectural flourishes sits in the officially Islamic country's Jebel Ali port district, which is also home to churches and a Sikh temple. Thousands of South Asian workers live in labour camps nearby and will be provided with special buses...

The visas currently under process, even those in the last stages of completion, will also be valid for two years only, UAQ Free Zone tells its members.

Firm aims to expand its utilities, energy investments.

Under the $123m project, nine apartment blocks will be built.

Post pandemic, startups, SMEs, and entrepreneurs must adopt a new mentality to scale their enterprises and survive, says Awfa Mustafa, CEO of Najahi Events.

The world's richest countries have the highest happiness scores, which probably explains why Lebanon, facing its worst-ever economic crisis, ranks low in the MENA region.

UAE's Ministry of Finance (MoF) participated in the third Framework Working Group (FWG) meeting within the G20 Finance Track for 2022.

UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization has launched the Customer First Forum, comprising virtual sessions on a weekly basis on queries of employers and employees in the private sector and citizens seeking jobs.

Dubai, UAE--- DP World has launched the Global Business Corporation (GBC), a new strategic arm focused on supporting large companies in achieving their growth ambitions. The port operator said that GBC invites companies to enhance their international operating models with a base in the emirate and raises awareness about Dubai’s strengths...

In a project launched at Dubai's gleaming Museum of the Future, it announced that the UAE's economy ministry was setting up shop inside the immersive virtual world that is now taking shape. Those who don their virtual reality goggles or use other means to venture within will find a ministry...

The UAE and Italy are looking to widen trade ties between the two countries, and in this regard an Italian delegation met with Dubai Customs to further economic cooperation.

The Pittsburgh-based company is looking to establish a state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi.

With the rise in demand for low-carbon investments, investors issued $517 billion in green bonds last year, a 50 percent increase over 2020.

UAE Ministry of Culture and Youth participated in the UNESCO World Conference on Cultural Policies and Sustainable Development – MONDIACULT 2022, which took place in Mexico.

Abu Dhabi, UAE - The non-oil trade between the UAE and China increased by 78.5 percent from 2012 to 2021, totaling AED223.5 billion ($60.85 billion) by the end of 2021 compared to AED125.1 billion ($34 billion) in 2012. The Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Centre (FCSC) said during the reporting period,...

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has organized a forum to discuss ways to boost economic ties and deepen commercial collaboration with Russian business community.

Beijing, China---Ali Obaid Al Dhaheri, UAE Ambassador to China, has said the UAE and China maintain close strategic relations, which are a "successful model" for international bilateral relations. Al Dhaheri, who  congratulated the leadership and people of China on the 73rd anniversary of the country's founding, said, "We commend the...

The Energy Minister said the UAE encourages joint investments with China in every sector, most notably in digital economy, green economy and circular economy.

GCC markets had a mixed week as Saudi stocks powered by the banking and commodities retail sectors posted gains, while the UAE stocks tanked, ending the weeks with losses.

According to a PWC estimate, the MENA region's blockchain market would reach $3.2 billion by 2024, and the UAE is working to become a major player in the field.

The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) launched the first edition of the Healthcare Research and Innovation Grant, a monetary fund that fosters research and innovation efforts among healthcare professionals in the emirate.

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.

The Saudi utility now boasts of $67bn investment portfolio.

Major events such as Qatar World Cup 2022, Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, etc. will give Gulf tourism a boost in the last quarter of this year, according to a latest report.

UAE Minister of Climate Change and the Environment Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri participated in the Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting in Bali as part of the G20 Summit.

UAE and Tanzania have signed an agreement for avoiding double taxation and preventing tax evasion.

Abu Dhabi, UAE--- AD Ports Group Thursday announced the arrival of the first international shipment at Mugharraq Port, one of the high-performing ports located within the Al Dhafra Region. This is the first shipment since Mugharraq Port was recognised as an international port facility under the provision of the International...

Dubai ranked fifth globally and first in the Arab World in the Local Online Service Index (LOSI) 2022 issued by the United Nations as part of its biennial e-government survey.

The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) announced the launch of the "UAE Maritime Network".

Abousleiman said the UAE led the world with a successful vaccination programme in 2021, as well as its monetary and fiscal stimulus packages.

The average price of a barrel of Brent crude oil is expected to be $101 in 2022 and $84 in 2023. However, Brent oil prices may fall to $75/b by 2025 and $70/b by 2027, says a report.

The 303km railway, with passenger trains traveling up to 200kmper hour, will join up with the UAE's national network that is now under construction. The joint venture between Oman Rail and the UAE's Etihad Rail was agreed upon during a visit by UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed to Oman.

Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and UAE Special Envoy to Japan Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber and the Prime Minister of Japan Fumio Kishida have signed the UAE-Japan comprehensive strategic partnership agreement.

Abu Dhabi, UAE---The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and the Muscat Securities Market (MSX) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on Wednesday to exchange visions and experiences between the two parties in various fields of common interest. The MOU aims to enhance cooperation and information sharing in a number of...

Firm buys stake for $68 million via its subsidiary IHC Digital

This is the first payment of a full-year AED2.57 billion dividend.

Abu Dhabi, UAE--ADQ, an Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company, discussed a range of investment opportunities with Oman Investment Authority (OIA), across various sectors aimed at contributing to increased economic cooperation and trade between both nations. The meeting was held on the sidelines of President Sheikh Mohamed Zayed Al Nahyan's...

Sheikh Mohamed discussed opportunities for building upon the growing economic ties between the UAE and Oman.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed thanked Prime Minister Lapid for the warm reception during his recent visit at the head of an official delegation to Israel.