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Abu Dhabi Crown Prince arrives in Norway Image Abu Dhabi Media Office X

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince arrives in Norway on visit

The state visit is expected to further bolster economic, political and cultural relations between the two countries

CYVN, Nio team up for electric vehicle innovation

Nio and CYVN Holdings drive EV innovation in Abu Dhabi debut

CYVN Holdings will support NIO with strategic investments for the expansion, which will start with UAE

Sheikh Mohammed launches 'Plant the Emirates' national programme

Sheikh Mohammed launches ‘Plant the Emirates’ national programme

Launching in line with the Year of Sustainability 2024, Plant the Emirates seeks to increase green spaces, promote environmental protection efforts, and encourage domestic agriculture

Dubai Airports announces world’s largest rooftop solar panel installation

Massive rooftop solar installation announced for Dubai Airports

The solar initiative, set to generate a total of 39 megawatts peak (MWp) of clean energy, will see the installation of 62,904 solar panels across both DWC and DXB

IHC’s Modon takes lead on Egypt’s Ras El Hekma city project

UAE’s Modon appointed lead developer of Egypt’s Ras El Hekma city project

The Ras El Hekma project is expected to drive significant economic growth, attracting $110bn in investment by 2045

Wynn Resorts secures UAE’s first commercial gaming licence

Wynn Resorts secures UAE’s first commercial gaming licence

The project, which is currently under construction, is a joint venture between Wynn, Marjan and RAK Hospitality Holding

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The newest VAT exemptions for UAE crypto, investment firms

The UAE’s new VAT updates will impact several sectors, with investment fund management and virtual assets receiving key exemptions

Golden visa for Dubai teachers.

Top of the class: Dubai’s best teachers now eligible for golden visas

Golden Visas will be awarded to top educators in private early childhood centres, schools, and higher education institutions in Dubai

UAE weather: convective clouds, possible rain over Oct 6-9

Rain alert: UAE set for cloudy skies, possible showers from Oct 6-9

The NCM has predicted a probability of local convective cloud formation in Eastern areas, potentially leading to rainfall on Sunday

UAE, Serbia strengthen economic partnership, exchange CEPA

UAE, Serbia strengthen economic partnership, exchange CEPA

This agreement is poised to deepen trade ties and investment opportunities, focusing on priority industries, creating jobs, and bolstering supply chains

Dubai: RTA lifts ban on e-scooters for metro commutersImage: Getty Images

E-scooters allowed on the Dubai Metro again – but these are the new rules

Foldable e-scooters without seats will now be allowed on both the metro and tram, provided they meet specific size and weight restrictions

TAQA prices $1.75bn dual-tranche bond offering, includes green bond

TAQA prices $1.75bn dual-tranche bond offering, includes green bond

The company has now secured a total of $1.85bn in green financing since 2023, supporting its ongoing decarbonisation efforts and expansion of its low-carbon energy portfolio

Abu Dhabi fund ADQ, EQTY Lab team up to launch ClimateGPT

ClimateGPT: Abu Dhabi’s ADQ, EQTY Lab team up to launch new tool

The initiative aims to build trust and accountability in ADQ’s AI implementations and drive transformation across its portfolio

Azizi developments to set up 12 factories in KEZAD-Warehouses Image Kezad For illustrative purposes

Azizi Developments to invest Dhs1bn to build new factories at KEZAD

The factories, spanning 220,000 square metres, will produce essential equipment and parts for the real estate sector

Sheikh Mohammed approves new master plan for Expo City

Sheikh Mohammed approves new master plan for Expo City Dubai

Building on its legacy as the site of the 2020 World Expo and COP28, the development will be a catalyst for Dubai’s progress in various fields

Etihad Rail New brand launch

Etihad Rail unveils new brand identity, reflecting vision, plans

Embodying the nation’s Spirit of the Union, the new identity represents the connectivity and cohesion between the various cities and regions of the UAE created by the railway network

Abu Dhabi's family offices are key contributors to the emirate's economy GettyImages-1239915485

How family offices are driving growth, diversification in Abu Dhabi

Family offices, in partnership with the public sector, will remain at the heart of the growth and transformation being seen in the emirate, as it continues to thrive across key industries and beyond

UAE insurance sector reports profits of Dhs2.5bn in 2023: CBUAE

UAE insurance sector reports Dhs2.5bn in profits in 2023: CBUAE

According to CBUAE, the insurance sector’s growth was driven by increased policy activity, investment returns, and a rising demand for coverage in key areas such as property and employment

OpenAI secures $6.6bn investment from Abu Dhabi’s MGX, Nvidia

OpenAI secures $6.6bn investment from UAE’s MGX, Nvidia

The company’s valuation has risen from $14bn in 2021 to $157bn as it grew revenue from zero to $3.6bn

UAE’s DAE, AXA clinch deal as UK battle over jets ‘lost’ in Russia kicks off

UAE’s DAE, AXA clinch deal as battle over jets ‘lost’ in Russia kicks off

The Dubai aircraft leasing firm had valued its claim for 22 aircraft, one engine and one piece of equipment at $737.8m

Etoile Group's Ingie Chalhoub on navigating the future of luxury fashion

Etoile Group’s Ingie Chalhoub on navigating the future of luxury fashion

Globally, the fashion industry has pivoted towards a more sustainable approach and that’s translated to the Middle East retail environment, says the founder and president of the luxury retailer

Abu Dhabi’s non-oil economy grew 6.6% in Q2 2024

Abu Dhabi’s non-oil GDP surges by 6.6% in Q2 2024

The finance and insurance sector registered a record 13.4 per cent growth in Q2 2024, contributing 7.4 per cent to the GDP

Dubai launches centralised IP HUB Image for illustrative purposes -Dubai-Media-Office

Dubai’s new centralised IP hub to support innovators

The hub has a user-friendly digital interface, which centralises information, tools, and guidelines, making access to intellectual property resources more straightforward

TECOM to buy commercial asset in Dubai Internet City for Dhs720m

TECOM to buy commercial asset in Dubai Internet City for Dhs720m

The commercial asset features five interconnected blocks offering a gross leasable area of 370,761 square feet

ADNOC to buy German chemicals firm Covestro for $18bn

ADNOC to buy German chemicals firm Covestro for $18bn

The deal marks a cornerstone for ADNOC’s plans to grow its petrochemicals business along with gas and renewable energy

UAE rainfall

Downpour hits Dubai: Rare rainfall catches residents off guard

The rainfall comes amid the National Centre of Meteorology having issued yellow and orange warnings for parts of the Emirates

UAE: Petrol, diesel prices for October 2024 announced

UAE cuts petrol, diesel prices for October 2024

The fuel price committee reduced retail prices for Super 98, Special 95, and E-Plus 91 by as much as 0.24 fils per litre in October

Zayed international Airport's Northern Runway reopens Image WAM Abu Dhabi Airports

Upgraded Northern Runway at Zayed International Airport reopens

The reopening of the Northern Runway will allow Zayed International Airport to more effectively manage increasing airline demand

Maqta gateway and presight AI to bolster trade and logistics -image-for-illustrative-purposes-Photo-courtesy-WAM

Maqta Gateway, Presight to bolster trade, logistics with AI

The partnership will focus on developing and commercialising AI and data analytics solutions for the trade of goods in the maritime sector

Abu Dhabi’s ADNH Catering plans to list 40% on local bourse

Abu Dhabi’s ADNH Catering plans to list 40% on local bourse

The catering firm is offering 9 billion shares, representing 40 per cent of the company’s total issued share capital