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France, UAE agree to develop 1 gigawatt AI data centre

The two countries have agreed to a framework accord for a 1 gigawatt data centre dedicated to artificial intelligence

Speakers, agenda set for Gulf Business' 20 Feb real estate panel

Speakers, agenda set for Gulf Business’ 20 Feb real estate panel

The GB Business Breakfast Briefing is here, bringing fresh insights into the UAE real estate market

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New record: UAE foreign trade hits Dhs3tn milestone in 2024

While global trade grew by only 2 per cent in 2024, the UAE’s foreign trade expanded at a remarkable 14.6 per cent, outpacing the global average by seven times

UAE VAT: A forward-looking tax system for a forward-looking economy

UAE approves these major strategies, policies

The approvals were made during the UAE Cabinet’s meeting, held at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi

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UAE: Petrol, diesel prices for February 2025 announced

From February 1, 2025, Super 98 petrol will cost Dhs2.74 a litre, up from Dhs2.61 a litre in January, while Special 95 will cost Dhs2.63 a litre

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Arab Health’s landmark 50th edition officially opens today

This year Arab Health will host more than 40 country pavilions, with exhibitors representing over 80 countries in total, covering the Middle East, the US, Europe, Africa, and Asia.

2025 named year of community in the UAE

Hand in Hand: UAE President names 2025 as the ‘Year of Community’

The announcement reflects the UAE’s commitment to building a united and resilient society, one that values collaboration, inclusivity and innovation as cornerstones of national progress

Etihad gauges investor interest as Gulf carriers race towards IPOs

Etihad gauges investor interest as Gulf carriers race towards IPOs

Etihad is looking at a listing this quarter and the airline is said to be targeting both local and international investors

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GEMS Genius Scholarship programme launches; see details

The GEMS Genius Scholarships are open to both current and prospective students, with the programme seeking to identify top talent regionally and internationally

Oracle boosts UAE cloud capacity fivefold as GCC embraces AI

The appetite for cloud growth and AI capabilities in the region is “phenomenal”, says Oracle’s executive vice president for technology in EMEA

Built for protection: NAFFCO rises as a global fire safety leader

Over the last 33 years, UAE-headquartered NAFFCO Group has grown into a global leader in fire safety. This is their story.

The world's most valuable brands revealed, includes these UAE firms

The world’s most valuable brands revealed, includes these UAE firms

The Global 500 report showed that the total value of the world’s 500 most valuable brands has grown by 10 per cent year-on-year

ADNOC Gas advances UAE’s energy transformation

ADNOC Gas, EWEC partner to unlock UAE’s energy potential

The deal ensures a stable and flexible supply of natural gas, a cornerstone of the UAE’s energy transition

Waleed Saeed Abdul Salam Al Awadhi has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of of the Securities and Commodities Authority

UAE stock market regulator gets new CEO

Waleed Al Awadhi brings over 22 years of distinguished expertise in financial services

Etihad Rail debuts carbon emission avoidance, reduction certificates

Etihad Rail debuts carbon emission avoidance, reduction certificates

The company’s operations are projected to reduce CO2 emissions from the UAE’s road transport sector by 21 per cent annually by 2050

Kenya turns to the UAE for railway funds after China cut financing

Kenya turns to the UAE for railway funds after China cut financing

The two nations signed a trade agreement that aims to boost trade volumes by removing barriers and promoting investments

Masdar to build world’s first 1GW baseload renewable plant in the UAE

The new solar and battery energy facility will deliver 1 gigawatt of uninterrupted clean power and is expected to cost around $6bn

WATCH: UAE’s MBZ-SAT satellite’s historic launch

MBZ-SAT is a 750kg Earth observation satellite designed to deliver high-resolution images with unprecedented accuracy

GEMS to launch UAE’s ‘most expensive’ school: Here’s how much it will cost

The education company says the high fees will allow it to hand-pick specialist teachers from some of the world’s most prestigious institutions

UAE embassy in Beirut to reopen

UAE embassy in Beirut to reopen

The embassy’s reopening is a key step in further strengthening bilateral relations, demonstrating the UAE’s dedication to Lebanon’s stability

AKCEL GP launches in Dubai, sets sights on global motorsport stage

It will race in circuits across Europe and the Middle East, offering a pathway for drivers aspiring to reach Formula 1.

UAE to develop lander for Emirates asteroid belt mission

The Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt, which will begin its spacecraft development phase, is expected to last a total of 13 years

UAE’s MBZ-SAT earth observation satellite nears launch

Once operational in low Earth orbit, MBZ-SAT will be monitored from MBRSC’s Mission Control Centre, where teams will analyse the data transmitted back to Earth

Mastercard brings Crypto Credential to UAE, Kazakhstan in fintech push

Mastercard Crypto Credential allows users to send and receive cryptocurrencies using simple aliases instead of complex blockchain addresses

UAE weather update: Rain, thunder, hail expected midweek

UAE weather update: Rain, cooler temperatures, and rough seas forecast

Rainfall, a drop in temperatures, and increased humidity forecast for Thursday and Friday

UAE economy to grow 3% in 2023, says S&P Global

UAE non-oil sector growth accelerates, PMI data shows

The seasonally adjusted S&P Global UAE Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 55.4 in December from 54.2 in November, marking a third consecutive monthly increase

Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways posts 66% rise in nine-month profit

Etihad Airways flight aborts take-off in Melbourne, all passengers safe

Flight EY461, carrying 271 passengers, was accelerating for departure to Abu Dhabi when the flight crew opted to reject take-off owing to a technical issue

UAE weather: Rain, cloudy conditions expected today, tomorrow

UAE weather: Rain, cloudy conditions expected today

The weather is expected to be humid overnight and into Saturday morning over certain inland regions

How to turn 18 days’ leave into 51 days off in the UAE in 2025

With smart planning, you can maximise your leave by aligning your time off with the UAE’s public holidays and weekends

UAE stock markets surge by Dhs257bn in 2024

UAE stock markets surge by Dhs257bn in 2024

The volume of shares traded during 2024 exceeded 142 billion shares; 90.16 billion shares traded on the ADX and 51.85 billion shares on DFM