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Interview: Powering economies through net-zero electricity

Grid modernisation, renewable energy integration, and digitalisation help advance the transition to a net-zero electricity grid

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Dubai RTA begins testing self-driving taxis: Cruise AV spotted in Jumeirah

The tests are being carried after RTA issued the first permit to trial autonomous vehicles in Dubai

UAE-US trade talks

UAE-US trade talks: President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed meets US Secretary of Commerce

The two sides discussed non-oil trade opportunities and discussed ways for the two nations to strengthen their bilateral relationship

Flydubai will launch services to Langkawi and Penang (Image: Supplied by flydubai)

Flydubai to resume flights to Kabul

Beginning November 15, it will operate a double-daily service from Terminal 2 at Dubai International

Dubai business

How to setup a business in Dubai? Dubai Chambers launches guide

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy launched an essential resource for a business to setup in the emirate

Fluent Finance to develop stablecoin technologies in the UAE

Fluent Finance to develop stablecoin technologies in the UAE

The web3 company is piloting the Fluent Economic Bridge platform in Kenya and plans to develop a digital trade corridor with the UAE

Abu Dhabi launches trials for automated rapid transit project

Abu Dhabi launches trials for automated rapid transit project

The pilot phase includes 25 stations along routes extending for about 27 km, and runs from Al Reem Mall to Abu Dhabi Island

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OPEC sticks to 2024 oil demand growth forecast

The report trimmed its forecasts for total world demand in the current quarter and the first three months of 2024

Abu Dhabi launches fundraising policy

Abu Dhabi’s Department of Community Development enacts fundraising policy

The policy regulates all fundraising activities including collecting, receiving, and presenting in-kind and cash donations in the city

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Dubai Ride 2023: All you need to know about the emirate’s biggest cycling event

The annual city-wide challenge will take place on Sunday, November 12

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Atlantis Dubai selects 9 local, international conservation projects for funding

The project currently focuses on four key groups of wildlife; sharks, rays, dolphins, and corals, and unsustainable seafood and plastic pollution

Emirates launches wildlife-themed amenity kits

Here’s why Emirates launched wildlife-themed amenity kits

The amenity kits showcase eight of the most endangered species on the planet

DUBAI AI

Dubai.AI is city’s new concierge: How to access the AI-powered platform

Dubai.AI serves as a one-stop destination for users to access a wide range of information and services related to the emirate

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COP28: Dr Sultan Al Jaber meets Pope Francis at the Vatican

To enhance the role of faith communities in the COP process, the COP28 Presidency has designed a series of inter-faith initiatives leading up to and during the conference

Abu Dhabi’s Masdar lists green bond on ADX

Abu Dhabi’s Masdar lists $750m green bond on ADX

The 10-year notes, which were 5.6 times oversubscribed, carry a 4.87 per cent coupon rate and will mature in July 2033

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RTA resumes Global Village bus routes, electric Abra service

The services will resume on Wednesday, October 18, coinciding with the commencement of the village’s activities

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Dubai’s ‘smart villa’: Huawei and du unveil world’s first 5G-A equipped standalone home

The 5G-A villa demonstrates the potential that deterministic experience technology holds for future households

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Dubai Healthcare City launches platform to raise mental health awareness

In collaboration with American Wellness Center, the initiative will span a period of six months and will include community-focused gatherings held in DHCC

DHL acquires remaining shares in Danzas AEI Emirates image DHL

DHL to acquire remaining shares in Danzas AEI Emirates

Danzas AEI Emirates to be fully integrated into DHL Global Forwarding network and to re-brand to the DHL brand

EDB advances food security with Dhs721m in funding

EDB supports food security with Dhs721m under its five-year strategy

Food security is one of the five priority sectors that the development bank supports to contribute to the country’s national development agenda

UAE GEORGIA CEPA

UAE and Georgia sign CEPA to boost trade

By removing or reducing tariffs on 95 per cent of product lines, the agreement is set to boost non-oil trade value beyond $1.5bn in the next five years.

Agtech firm Silal buys majority stake in SAFCO

ADQ-backed Silal acquires majority stake in SAFCO Group

The agtech firm said the deal will strengthen its presence in the hospitality, restaurant, and catering segments

Masdar, MIDA to develop energy projects in Malaysia

Masdar to develop 10GW renewable energy projects in Malaysia

The partnership marks an important milestone in the pursuit of a sustainable and greener future for Malaysia

ECONOMIC CRIMES PLATFORM

Dubai announces public platform to report economic crimes

The new platform will aid in the reporting of economic crimes such as money laundering, bribery, forgery and embezzlement

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UAE visa: MoHRE, ICP launch campaign to highlight entry, exit permit regulations

The campaign aims to reinforce the awareness about the UAE’s laws regarding immigration

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Wizz Air Abu Dhabi commences flights to Erbil

The twice-weekly services operate every Monday and Friday

Chinese funds look to the Middle east

China equity funds look to Middle East cash as US investments wane

Big US investors such Texas Teachers’ Pension and California State Teachers’ Retirement System have cut exposure to Chinese equities

How LCRE is leveraging Dubai’s property boom

Cover: LCRE’s Shitij Kapoor shines the spotlight on the company’s strong foundation

The CEO and founder shares how his company’s success is built on strong developer partnerships, core values and a thriving relationship with investors

ADIA optimistic on equities, private credit after turbulent 2022

Sovereign wealth fund ADIA optimistic on equities, private credit after turbulent 2022

The fund is looking at opportunities in the private credit market, as banks become more cautious about lending due to rising financing costs

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Expand North Star 2023: A global stage for startups at Dubai Harbour

The world’s largest start-up event hosted by Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, will kick-off its largest ever edition this October