President Sheikh Mohamed in South Korea

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed arrives in South Korea on first leg of Asia visit

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

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UAE announces $10bn investment package for Pakistan

Pakistan needs foreign investment to boost its economy and shore up its currency reserves to meet rising external repayment obligations

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Kuwait’s Sheikh Meshal tours Turkey in first non-Arab state visit

The visit underscored the importance of diplomatic ties between Turkey and Kuwait and laid the groundwork for enhanced cooperation in various fields

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CEPA: UAE, New Zealand launch talks for a free trade deal

The UAE is New Zealand’s largest trade partner in the Middle East

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UAE, Ukraine finalise terms of CEPA deal

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

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UAE-Kenya deals: ADQ to establish investment framework

In 2023, non-oil trade between the UAE and Kenya rose by 26.4 percent year-on-year to $3.1bn

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Iraq, Turkey, Qatar, UAE sign preliminary deal for $17bn Development Road project

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

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Oman trade deal a priority for India: Reports

The trade ministers of India and Oman met in December 2023 and had asked their negotiators to wrap up talks on a comprehensive pact

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Saudi Arabia’s e-delivery sector records massive 61% growth

Saudi Arabia has recorded a 61 per cent increase in the number of registered e-delivery businesses in the Kingdom

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UNCTAD marks 60th anniversary with rebranding

UN Trade and Development’s Rebeca Grynspan emphasised the organisation’s commitment to supporting developing countries

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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

UAE and US non-oil trade hits $31.4bn in 2023 photo courtesy-WAM

UAE-US non-oil trade hits $31.4bn in 2023

The substantial trade volume and ongoing collaboration between the UAE and the US reflect a deep-rooted partnership built on mutual interests and shared objectives

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Dubai’s DMCC now home to over 24,000 companies, reveals report

The free zone authority shared that a total of 2,692 new companies joined DMCC last year

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Dubai diamond trade value dazzles at $38.3bn in 2023

The UAE remains largest trade hub for rough diamonds, with $21.3bn-worth of rough diamonds traded in 2023

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World Gold Council, DMCC tie-up brightens UAE’s status as key hub

The partnership coincides with the official opening of WGC’s new office in Dubai, establishing its regional headquarters for the Middle East

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Italian Trade Commissioner on why the UAE loves ‘Made in Italy’

Highlighting the positive trends in the market, Soldani underscores the opportunities for trade and cooperation between the two countries

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WTO MC13: UAE pledges $10m to boost fair trade

The UAE is hosting the WTO’s MC13, the organisation’s highest decision-making body, as well as representatives of the 166 member states from February 26-29

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World Trade Organization’s push for reform plagued by obstacles

At least 100 ministers will gather in Abu Dhabi on February 26-29 for the WTO’s 13th ministerial conference once dubbed the “reform ministerial”

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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

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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

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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-Cambodia CEPA goes into effect: Here’s how free trade pacts lift growth

The agreement is expected to boost trade and investment flows in priority sectors such as logistics, infrastructure, travel, tourism, and renewable energy

Dubai Trade crosses 300 million transactions, cuts huge carbon footprint

Dubai Trade crosses 300 million transactions, cuts huge carbon footprint

Dubai Trade, the digital arm of DP World in the GCC region, has consistently demonstrated robust growth since it was formed, with an average 8 per cent year-on-year increase in annual digital transactions since 2003

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UAE: MoF issues new law governing public-private partnerships

The new law will accelerate the implementation of projects that offer added value for public funds, minimise financial and operational risks to the government

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UAE, India exchange key MoUs during Sheikh Mohamed’s visit

The UAE President is attending the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, taking place in the city of Gandhinagar, from January 10 until January 12

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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed lands in India for Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit

The Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit will see the participation of 34 countries and 16 international organisations in its 10th edition

DWTC to host over 70 exhibitions in H1 2024

Dubai: DWTC to host these key exhibitions, conferences in H1 2024

The upcoming events will take place across two venues – DWTC and Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) at Expo City Dubai

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Family-owned businesses ‘make up 90%’ of UAE’s private sector

The vast majority of businesses in the UAE are, interestingly, family-owned businesses, according to a key organisation representing this sector

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Saudi Arabia wins bid to host World Expo in 2030

The kingdom will host the global event from October 2030 until March 2031

Ahmed Bin Sulayem Executive Chairman and CEO DMCC will chair the Kimberely Process as the UAE assumes chairmanship in 2024 Image DMCC

UAE to chair UN’s Kimberley Process in 2024

The Kimberley Process is a key United Nations initiative tasked with curbing the entry of conflict diamonds into the mainstream rough diamond market