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Why ADNOC is teaming up with BP for Egypt gas venture

Here’s why ADNOC is teaming up with BP for Egypt gas venture

The deal, which is subject to regulatory approvals, is likely to be completed in the second half of this year

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Why you should invest in Dubai’s real estate: 11 advantages

As global markets navigate economic uncertainty, Dubai’s growing real estate market is proving to be a safe haven in times of turbulence

Dubai among top cities to see high growth in prime residential property in 2024

Here’s why Dubai prime properties will continue to see high returns in 2024: Savills

Dubai led prime residential capital value growth, increasing 17.4 per cent in 2023, versus the average 2.2 per cent across the 30 cities monitored by Savills

AD Ports’ Maqta Gateway acquires 60% stake in Dubai Technologies

AD Ports Group sees profits soar to Dhs1.36bn in 2023

Revenue growth was driven by the Maritime & Shipping (M&S), Ports, Logistics, and Digital Clusters, with M&S contributing the most

Dubai's Emirates NBD half-year profit dips 9%, hit by tax, lower recoveries

Emirates NBD’s Dhs9m prize draw encourages savings

Three customers depositing at least Dhs500,000 into their current or savings accounts have the opportunity to win Dhs1m each

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World Governments Summit Day 3: Shah Rukh Khan, Sultan Al Neyadi, Hatem Dowidar on stage

Global leaders in sectors such as space, entertainment and tech will speak on Day 3 of the World Governments Summit

India

UAE-India partnership: By the numbers

Despite global economic fluctuations, non-oil trade between the two countries remained robust, reaching $38.1bn in the first nine months of 2023

Alpha Dhabi’s annual profit surges to Dhs13.3bn

IHC’s Alpha Dhabi posts Dhs13.3bn in full-year net profit

The group’s balance sheet remains resilient with Dhs140.4bn in assets and a strong cash position of Dhs20.2bn

TAQA Group posts Dhs16.7bn in full-year net income

TAQA Group posts Dhs16.7bn in full-year net income

The company’s board proposed a final cash dividend of 2.0 fils per share (approximately Dhs2.2bn), including a variable dividend of 0.7 fils

OPEC - OIL FORECAST

OPEC’s Al Ghais: We stand by our forecast of long-term demand for oil

OPEC raised its world oil demand forecasts for the medium and long term in its annual outlook published in October

India, UAE sign pact on trans-continental trade corridor

India, UAE sign pact on trans-continental trade corridor

The two countries also signed a bilateral investment treaty and exchanged cooperation agreements covering electrical interconnection, trade, and digital infrastructure

Dubai hosts world’s first rooftop proposal

Love took a flight: DXB hosts world’s first rooftop proposal

Anastasiia and Dmitry scaled the roof of Concourse B at DXB to profess their love against the unparalleled views of the Dubai skyline

Valentine's Day

The most expensive Valentine’s Day packages on offer in Dubai

Romantics in the UAE choose to celebrate Valentine’s Day by embracing experiences over traditional gifts

AW Rostamani, Zeekr to launch premium EVs in UAE

Luxury EVs: AW Rostamani, ZEEKR unveil new cars for UAE

ZEEKR’s premium models will be available for test drives and bookings starting from March

Air Arabia announces record net profit for first nine months of 2023 image supplied.

Air Arabia profits jump 27% on passenger, network growth

Air Arabia transported 16.7 million passengers, a 31 per cent growth over 2022, which saw 12.8 million passengers travel with the airline

UAE RAIN

UAE weather: Dubai Police issues 1,000 certificates for damaged vehicles

The service had long been available on the Dubai Police app and website, but motorists were previously required to bring their vehicles for inspection

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Hai Ramadan returns to Expo City in March; here’s what to expect

The Ramadan-themed event is expected to held from March 9 to April 8 this year

Sam Altman, OpenAI CEO (on screen) speaks in a videocall with Omar al-Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications, during the World Government Summit in Dubai on February 13, 2024. (Photo by Ryan LIM / AFP)

OpenAI’s Altman reveals deepest AI fears, hopes to UAE audience

Sam Altman, the CEO of the world’s most well-known AI company, made a virtual appearance at the World Governments Summit in the UAE

Indian PM Modi with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi lands in UAE for two-day visit

The Indian leader has a packed itinerary during his visit where he is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with the UAE leadership, attend the World Governments Summit, and inaugurate a temple

UAE allots $200m to fund innovation in developing nations

WGS 2024: UAE launches $200m technology fund for developing nations

The newly launched platform serves as a channel for countries worldwide to tap into the UAE’s technological expertise

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WGS 2024: New Buna system to ease cross-border payments in Arab region

The platform currently links 108 out of 120 Arab banks signed up, with a target of 160 by the end of 2024

UAE, Arab countries sign agreements to avoid double taxation

UAE signs agreements with Arab countries to avoid double taxation

The agreements seek to eliminate double taxation, additional taxes, indirect taxes, and tax evasion while addressing cross-border trade challenges

WGS 2024: Dubai inks MoU with global companies to produce SAF

Dubai Municipality, which leads the project, has partnered with ENOC, BESIX Middle East, and Marubeni Middle East and Africa Power

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What does the ‘all-electric lifestyle’ mean for businesses?

As conversation heats up over the energy transition, Qasem Noureddin, commercial director, Eaton Middle East, examines why circular economy thinking will be increasingly influential in the electrical industry

Masdar City - Alesca vertical smart farm

Masdar City launches first indoor vertical farm

The vertical farm uses 90-95 per cent less water than conventional farms

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Aramex reports strong financial performance with 2x growth in Q4 2023 net income

While Aramex’s international express unit witnessed remarkable growth in shipment volumes and revenue, other business segments experienced softer performance

Truck ban on Abu Dhabi roads Image courtesy WAM

Temporary ban on heavy vehicles entering Abu Dhabi amid Indian PM Modi’s visit

These measures are part of the authorities’ preparations to manage traffic congestion and ensure public safety during the designated period

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UAE weather: Work from home, remote learning extended to Feb 13

The National Centre of Meteorology has issued weather advisories covering a significant portion of the country until noon on Tuesday

Etihad passenger numbers up 35% year-on-year

Etihad Airways is starting to ramp up its operations as a post-Covid tailwind drives passenger growth

Dubai unlocks Dhs500m to fuel SME growth, here's how firms can apply Image-credit-WAM

Dubai unlocks Dhs500m to fuel SME growth, here’s how firms can apply

A dedicated specialist will conduct a comprehensive review of the applicants’ business followed by the joint steering committee’s review for inclusion in the initiative