The world’s second-biggest bullion consumer slashed import duties on gold and silver to 6 per cent from 15 per cent
The UAE has long advocated deeper EU involvement in the region
New Delhi exports more than 4 million metric tons of premium long-grain rice to countries such as Iraq, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and the US
The MoU, effective for one year with the possibility of extension, does not specify a fixed timeline for the $3bn investment
President Widodo was awarded the Order of Zayed, the UAE’s highest civilian honour, during a ceremony at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi
This state visit marks the one-year anniversary of the CEPA, which was signed in July 2022, and took effect a year later
Yasir Al Rumayyan met with high-level officials in China including the minister of commerce and Beijing’s mayor
The GCC Secretary-General’s London visit comes a week after the UK elected a new Labour government
The two sides reviewed the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Initiative, focusing on joint projects aimed at sustainable economic growth
The partnership aims to attract shipping companies to establish additional maritime routes and encourage cooperation through slot exchanges and vessel space purchases
Trade in developing countries and South-South trade increased by about 2 per cent in both imports and exports during the first quarter
Jochen Knecht, CEO at IFZA, shares how the free zone is committed to empowering startups with the tools, resources, and support they need to succeed in a rapidly evolving business landscape
The summit is due to kick off on June 13 with a discussion about Africa, climate change, and development
For Qatar, a top liquefied natural gas exporter, it is a chance to strengthen ties with its Arab neighbour, as well as try to diversify its economy
Indian businesses top the list of nationalities of new companies joining Dubai Chamber of Commerce during Q1 2024 with 4,351 new members
The UAE’s active participation in China’s BRI includes substantial investments and infrastructure development, reinforcing its role as a critical logistics hub
Sheikh Mohamed highlighted the importance of the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum in a time when global solidarity is crucial to facing shared challenges
The discussions are expected to address the Israel-Gaza conflict, the Palestinian issue, and a potential free trade agreement between China and Gulf states
The visit comes amid growing trade ties between the UAE and China
Under the CEPA, both nations will eliminate tariffs on more than 90 per cent of imports over time
During closed-door meetings with the UAE President, South Korean industry leaders discussed enhancing partnerships in advanced technology sectors such as semiconductors, and renewable energy
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During the state visit, the UAE president is expected to meet key business leaders, including Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong, and Hyundai Motor Group’s Euisun Chung among others
Pakistan needs foreign investment to boost its economy and shore up its currency reserves to meet rising external repayment obligations
The visit underscored the importance of diplomatic ties between Turkey and Kuwait and laid the groundwork for enhanced cooperation in various fields
The UAE is New Zealand’s largest trade partner in the Middle East
The trade deal aims to aid Ukraine’s recovery and rebuilding of key industries while helping to strengthen supply chains to the MENA region for exports such as grains, machinery and metals
In 2023, non-oil trade between the UAE and Kenya rose by 26.4 percent year-on-year to $3.1bn
The project will establish a vital connection between Iraq’s Grand Faw Port in the south, renowned for its oil resources, and Turkey in the north
The trade ministers of India and Oman met in December 2023 and had asked their negotiators to wrap up talks on a comprehensive pact