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WhatsApp launches ‘Lists’ in UAE: What the new feature has to offer

With this feature, WhatsApp users can filter their chats into custom categories of their choice

Ras Al Khaimah raises $1bn in sukuk offering amid strong investor demand

Ras Al Khaimah raises $1bn in sukuk offering amid strong investor demand

The sukuk was issued under the sukuk programme by RAK Capital, a special purpose vehicle affiliated with the government of Ras Al Khaimah

New Abu Dhabi Pass: The benefits it has to offer tourists

It simplifies Abu Dhabi’s offerings for visitors to the emirate

Ras Al Khaimah hotel supply set to double amid tourism boom: Report

Ras Al Khaimah hotel supply set to double amid tourism boom: Report

The report also highlights a significant expansion in the branded residences sector, with 16 projects set to deliver approximately 5,600 units by 2029

Farnborough Airshow: Qatar Airways expands Boeing 777-9 order

Hajj, Umrah service: Qatar Airways introduces off-airport check-in for pilgrims

Effective March 1, the airline launched the service in partnership with Saudi Ground Services (SGS)

DWTC, Informa Group partner to create global MICE entity

DWTC, Informa Group partner to create global MICE entity

The partnership aligns with DWTC’s commitment to tripling Dubai’s MICE sector GDP contribution to Dhs54bn annually by 2033, as outlined in the D33 Dubai Economic Agenda

Dubai’s new AI traffic cameras detect seatbelt violations, illegal U-turns

Exceeding the maximum speed limit by more than 80 km/h incurs a fine of Dhs3,000

UAE's talabat completes acquisition of instashop for $32m

UAE’s talabat completes acquisition of instashop for $32m

talabat has completed the acquisition of 100 per cent of instashop’s share capital from Delivery Hero, effective and consolidated in talabat’s financial accounts from February 25

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75% of UAE residents expecting a bonus in 2025 – survey

The YouGov survey also highlights that 68 per cent of UAE residents feel secure about their current financial situation.

JP Morgan identifies top considerations for investors in 2024

Deem Finance lands $400m J.P. Morgan deal to fuel UAE lending

The financial services provider, which forms part of the UAE’s Gargash Group, will receive up to $400m through a revolving facility

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Non-oil sector now makes up nearly 75% of UAE’s economy

Data from the Ministry of Economy further indicates that the country’s non-oil GDP expanded 4.5 per cent to Dhs987bn for the first nine months of 2024

Here’s what GCC’s first smart vehicle testing centre will offer

The state-of-the-art facility marks a leap forward, offering a seamless and efficient vehicle testing experience in the Northern Emirates.

Sir Tim Clark: Emirates to spend $5bn on refitting aircraft

The engineering groups are working at a pace to get these aircraft turned around as quickly as possible

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The Arab Energy Fund, Hartree Partners set up $120m climate tech investment platform

The UK-incorporated platform will invest in venture capital (VC) stage companies developing physical and digital decarbonisation technologies

Travel time reduced: Dubai’s RTA to upgrade roads in Business Bay, other areas

Traffic routes will be adjusted to improve flow just before the intersection of Al Khaleej Street and Al Mustaqbal Street

GE Vernova fuels Saudi Arabia’s energy transition with bold initiatives at the ‘New Era of Energy’ forum 2

GE Vernova boosts Saudi energy initiatives with new investments, alliances

GE Vernova announced plans to expand its GE Saudi Advanced Turbines (GESAT) facility in Dammam to locally manufacture high-voltage gas-insulated switch gears

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New Abu Dhabi schemes offer Emiratis 80% startup funding

The entity has been continually accepting applications for medium and long-term loans to meet the needs of innovative business ventures.

Etihad Airways plans to double passengers, fleet size by 2030

Etihad is now looking to launch its $1bn IPO next month – report

The airline, which started operations in 2003, is eyeing a public listing of some of its shares

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PwC seeks to ‘mend relations’ with Saudi Arabia following suspension

Bloomberg News reported that executives at the PIF have been told to stop handing out consulting projects to PwC until February 2026

Salik’s profits rise: Here’s how much it earned in 2024

The company’s Board of Directors proposed a dividend of Dhs619.8m, which is to be paid in the first half of 2025 (H1)

Good news for EV drivers: New charging stations to come up in Dubai

Customers will be able to pay both the EV charging tariff and the parking fee in a single transaction using Parkin’s app

Dubai real estate sales in February reached AED 51.1 billion, a 39.91_ increase in value on the same month last year.

Dubai real estate sales hit Dhs51.1bn in Feb; see top performing areas

Dubai’s February property sales have seen a 449 per cent increase in value over the past five years

Al-Futtaim Family Office invests in China’s BYD as automaker raises $5.59bn

The UAE’s Al-Futtaim Family Office is a key investor in the share sale, and the two firms are planning on forming a strategic partnership, according to BYD

ADNOC, OMV to establish $60bn global polyolefins entity

ADNOC, OMV to establish $60bn global polyolefins entity

Borouge Group International will be jointly controlled as an equal partnership between ADNOC  and OMV, with OMV injecting EUR1.6bn cash into the consolidated entity to equalise shareholding

Akasa Air’s new routes: Airline links 2 more Indian cities to Abu Dhabi

The flights from Bengaluru and Ahmedabad are in addition to the daily service between Mumbai and Abu Dhabi, which was introduced in July 2024

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Dubai Holding, RTA ink Dhs6bn road enhancement deal for these areas

The agreement covers Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai Production City, Business Bay, Palm Jumeirah and International City (Phase 3)

Ramadan 2025: Ajman government employees to work remotely on Fridays

The working hours of departments operating on a shift basis will be determined based on operational needs

Video: Dubai’s RTA unveils cashless payments, free Wi-Fi for commuters

The Wi-Fi service will undergo continuous evaluation to facilitate its expansion and enhancement

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UAE announces fuel prices for March 2025

The adjustment comes as global oil markets experience relative stability, with Brent crude prices fluctuating around $80 per barrel in recent weeks

Ramadan 2025: Dubai’s RTA announces metro, public parking timings

The revised timings apply to all of its entities