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Mubadala to acquire international biopharma firm KELIX bio

KELIX bio, founded in November 2020, has swiftly emerged as a key player in the pharmaceutical industry, offering more products to markets across the Middle East, Africa and Asia

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UAE to announce fuel prices for April 2024: Will petrol, diesel rates increase?

The UAE announces the price of petrol and diesel, to be sold at retail outlets, at the end of each month

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Weather alert: Convective cloud activity, rainfall warning for parts of UAE

The UAE’s weather agency has issued a yellow alert for parts of the country

Deepak Chopra’s Beacon Media eyes Hollywood merger, Middle East expansion

The potential merger aims to finance and produce over 50 films in the next ten years from the Global South, targeting regions such as Africa, Asia, India, Latin America, and the Middle East

Here’s what Dubai’s new 20% tax regime for foreign banks means

Here’s what Dubai’s new 20% tax regime for foreign banks means

The new tax regime clarifies that the headline 9 per cent corporate tax will be creditable against the emirate-level tax on foreign banks

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Scam alert: Beware of phishing emails that impersonate CBUAE

A fresh round of scam messages were sent to residents in the UAE, impersonating the Central Bank of the UAE

IOTA launches $10m fund at Investopia 2024

IOTA launches $10m fund to support startups, venture projects

The fund seeks to enhance the trade technology landscape and foster a more interconnected, efficient, and accessible global trade system

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UAE conglomerate IHC looking to invest in Zambian copper deal

International investors in Africa are in a race to acquire long-term supplies for critical minerals

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UAE braces for cloudy days and rain across emirates: NCM forecast

As the UAE navigates through this fluctuating weather pattern, residents are advised to stay updated on weather forecasts and exercise caution

Major road improvement project nears completion, shares RTA

Major road improvement project 75% complete, shares RTA

Once completed, the project is expected to reduce journey times significantly, with peak hour travel times expected to be slashed by up to 40 per cent

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Barakah Plant’s Unit 4 successfully links to UAE grid

With an additional 1,400 megawatts of clean electricity capacity, Unit 4 contributes significantly to powering the national grid

Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure shared details of the national policy on biofuels WAM

UAE reveals details of National Policy on Biofuels

The National Policy on Biofuels will help achieve the objectives of the UAE Energy Strategy 2050

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Dubai road closure alert: Nad Al Sheba Cycling Race 2024 to shut down key routes

The RTA has advised Dubai residents to plan trips in advance and use alternative routes to avoid the road closures

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Legal to leader: How has a general counsel’s role evolved in the digital age

Today’s business realities in the Middle East need a general counsel that helps craft strategy, devises tactics to overcome challenges, and activates resources to protect their firm

Dubai sets up environment, climate change authority

Sheikh Mohammed establishes Dubai’s climate change authority

The new initiative, which is aligned with D33, seeks to raise the contribution of the circular and green economy to Dubai’s GDP

Cloud seeding in the UAE AL AIN, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - JANUARY 31: Ground engineers restocking one of the UAE's National Center of Meteorology cloud-seeding planes with new Hygroscopic salt flares on January 31, 2024 in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. Cloud seeding is a weather modification technique that employs chemicals to stimulate the formation of ice crystals or raindrops within clouds. Although cloud seeding has been in use since 1947, its significance has grown, particularly for arid regions like the UAE. The country, with its own National Center of Meteorology and Seismology deploying planes for cloud seeding, has invested in the technology as an immediate solution to address challenges related to water scarcity. (Photo by Andrea DiCenzo/Getty Images)

Key cloud-seeding project kicks-off in Abu Dhabi

This project aligns with UAEREP’s mission to foster capacity building and knowledge exchange within the rain enhancement science research community

Abu Dhabi’s IHC mulls listing holding firm 2PointZero

Abu Dhabi’s IHC mulls listing holding firm 2PointZero, says CEO

The newly created holding firm with assets worth $27bn (Dhs100bn) is set to go to the market “sometime next year”

EGA to acquire recycled aluminium producer Leichtmetall

UAE’s EGA to acquire German recycled aluminium firm Leichtmetall

The deal, which is the aluminium producer’s first major acquisition since its formation in 2014, is expected to close during the first half of 2024

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LuLu Group’s potential Abu Dhabi IPO could top $2bn

LuLu’s potential IPO is poised to be among the most notable listings in the Gulf region this year

Parkin IPO pops 35% on debut Dubai listing

By the end of Thursday, Parkin’s share price soared to Dhs2.84, putting the company’s market capitalisation at Dhs8.5bn

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Visa-free travel to Schengen countries soon? GCC-EU talks see progress

Representatives of the GCC and EU meet in Belgium to discuss the visa-waiver programme

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Spring break and Eid holidays: When will schools close?

Private schools following the September academic year will commence their Spring Break on March 25, with classes resuming on April 15

ADX, Eureeca partner to expand IPOs globally

ADX, Eureeca join forces to expand global investor access to IPOs

The initiative is expected to tap into the growing interest from regional and global retail investors, and high net-worth individuals

No surprises as UAE central bank leaves rates at 5.40%

The UAE decision follows the US Federal Reserve’s decision on Wednesday to keep interest rates unchanged amid inflation having not adequately lowered

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More than 7 million workers sign up for UAE’s unemployment insurance

The unemployment insurance was rolled out in January 2023 and is mandatory for all employees

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Egypt’s credit outlook upgraded to positive by S&P amidst foreign investments

Egypt’s commitment to exchange rate liberalisation combined with budgetary consolidation targets are crucial for boosting international confidence

OPEC projection for 2024 energy demand - oil

Morgan Stanley expects oil prices to climb to $90 per barrel by summer 2024

Morgan Stanley expects oil demand to grow at 1.5 million bpd this year which is slightly above the historical trend growth

UAE: Heavy rains, strong winds to lash parts of the country

UAE weather: Rain, strong winds to lash parts of the country from Sunday

Motorists are urged to exercise caution and be aware of changing weather conditions

DFM owner Borse Dubai slashes stake in Nasdaq

Shares of Nasdaq fell more than 2 per cent at one point amid news that its biggest shareholder, Borse Dubai, is cutting its stake

UAE residents now eligible for Morocco eVisa: How to apply

The change in application channels comes with reduced processing times as well