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NYE 2025: Dubai unveils security, safety plans for festivities

The city will again implement a sector-based approach to manage the safety of the 2025 festivities

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Mubadala secures majority stakes in GMSC, Al Ittihad Drug Store

With these investments, Mubadala has secured a comprehensive supply chain and distribution network for medical products and pharmaceuticals

Arab Health 2024 contributed $269.7m to Dubai economy: Informa

Arab Health 2024 contributed $269.7m to Dubai economy: Informa

Tourism and hospitality key beneficiaries of Arab Health as accommodation spend during the 2024 event totalled more than $56.2m

CBUAE maintains 4% GDP growth forecast for 2024, 4.5% for 2025

CBUAE maintains 4% GDP growth forecast for 2024, 4.5% for 2025

The CBUAE’s economic review concludes that the UAE’s economy is on a steady growth trajectory, with strong contributions from both the oil and non-oil sectors

Dubai's JLT’s gets its first service station

Dubai’s JLT to get its first service station

The new service station will be equipped with the latest sustainable technology and will span a 50,187 ft² plot, with a built-up area of 5,920 ft²

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Sheikh Mohammed establishes Dubai Resilience Centre

The centre aims to reinforce Dubai’s status as one of the world’s most agile cities in addressing risks, emergencies, crises, and disasters

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NYE 2025: Dubai to feature over 45 fireworks displays at 36 locations

As the countdown to New Year’s Eve continues, authorities are urging the public to adhere to all safety measures to ensure celebrations are memorable and secure.

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The UAE Lottery, Takalam unveil responsible gaming initiative

Recognising the importance of participant education in fostering responsible gaming, The Game has implemented a range of preventive measures and strategies designed to identify at-risk individuals

Qatar vows to stop EU gas sales if fined under due diligence law, FT reports

Qatar vows to stop EU gas sales if fined under due diligence law, FT reports

Saad al-Kaabi, the chief executive of state-owned QatarEnergy, said the EU should thoroughly review the due diligence law

Sheikh Hamdan approves new board for Young Arab Leaders Initiative

Sheikh Hamdan approves new board for Young Arab Leaders Initiative

The programme is expected to focus on skill development, fostering entrepreneurship and nurturing a belief in the future among Arab youth

Dubai's RTA opens key bridge as part of major Hessa Street overhaul

Dubai: RTA opens key bridge as part of major Hessa Street overhaul

The newly completed bridge has reduced travel time from Hessa Street to Al Khail Road from 15 minutes to three minutes

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UAEV to implement new EV charging tariffs from Jan 2025

UAEV aims to expand its network to include 1,000 strategically located chargers across urban hubs, highways, and key transit points by 2030

AD Ports Group refinances, upsizes revolving credit facility to $2.125bn

AD Ports Group refinances, upsizes revolving credit facility to $2.125bn

As a result of this increased demand, AD Ports Group has expanded its banking pool from nine to 18 financial institutions

Abu Dhabi's Modon Holding acquires luxury La Zagaleta estate in Spain

Abu Dhabi’s Modon Holding acquires Spain’s luxury La Zagaleta estate

The acquisition is seen as a major step in Modon Holding’s drive to further diversify its global portfolio, with a special focus on luxury residential communities in high-demand international markets

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Elite Group Holding to develop Dhs100m auto hub in Dubai

Dubai Industrial City, a key business district within TECOM Group, is home to over 1,100 local, regional, and international customers and 350 operational factories

DP World issues MENA region’s first $100m blue bond

DP World issues MENA region’s first $100m blue bond

The blue bond, priced at a 5.25 per cent coupon rate for a five-year term, will directly contribute to advancing two critical United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

Dubai Metro Blue Line set to begin operations in Sept 2029

Dubai Metro Blue Line to begin operations in Sept 2029

The new Blue Line will be designed to carry 46,000 passengers per hour in both directions, with a train frequency of approximately every two minutes, serving an estimated 200,000 passengers daily by 2030

Most GCC central banks follow Fed lead, lower key interest rates

Most GCC central banks follow Fed lead, lower key interest rates

Saudi Arabia, the region’s biggest economy, cut its repurchase agreement (repo) rate and reverse repo rate by 25 bps each to 5 per cent and 4.5 per cent, respectively

Dubai’s RTA introduces app-based minibus pooling service

Dubai’s RTA introduces app-based minibus pooling service

Commuters can opt for one-time rides or choose from weekly and monthly subscription plans

DP World begins dredging work at Sengal's Port of Ndayane

DP World begins dredging work at Sengal’s Port of Ndayane

The port is expected to boost Senegal’s GDP by 3 per cent, increasing trade flows and potentially adding $15 bn in trade value by 2035

CBUAE drops interest rates by 25 basis points, reflects US Fed move Image WAM

CBUAE drops interest rates by 25 basis points, reflects US Fed move

The decision is expected to influence lending rates and liquidity conditions across the country

Arab Health 2025 to showcase region's growing wearable medical devices market

Arab Health 2025 to showcase region’s growing wearable medical devices market

The new Eco-Sphere Zone and World of Wellness Conference will shine the spotlight on cutting-edge innovations in personalised wellness technologies at Arab Health 2025

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Saudi’s SEVEN announces SAR1.3bn entertainment destination in Jazan

SEVEN’s investment in Jazan is part of a larger, SAR50bn initiative to develop 21 entertainment destinations in 14 cities across Saudi Arabia

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ENOC, Drive Terra to launch UAE’s largest battery swapping network

With the support of ENOC, Drive Terra aims to make e-bike adoption in the UAE more accessible and efficient, helping the country to meet its ambitious environmental goals

Space42 Signs Dhs18.7bn satellite contract with UAE govt

Space42 inks Dhs18.7bn satellite contract with UAE govt

The contract underscores Space42’s pivotal role in the UAE’s strategic ambitions for secure, next-generation communication infrastructure

Dubai launches region's first drone delivery system

Dubai launches region’s first drone delivery system

The drone is designed to operate in various city landscapes, using advanced flight control algorithms and multi-sensor fusion positioning technology

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Sheikh Hamdan praises UAE space sector’s ‘remarkable transformation’

Private sector financing now accounts for 44.3 per cent of the total investment in the UAE’s space sector

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Arab Health to mark 50th anniversary with landmark edition in Jan

The region’s leading healthcare event will be hosted at the Dubai World Trade Centre from January 27-30 next year

UAE launches new VAT refund system for online purchases by tourists

UAE launches new VAT refund system for online purchases by tourists

The new e-commerce VAT refund system builds upon the success of the FTA’s fully digital VAT refund system, which was first introduced over two years ago

UAE payments industry set to hit $27.3bn by 2028: report

UAE payments industry set to hit $27.3bn by 2028: report

The UAE’s payments sector is undergoing a rapid transformation, spurred by government initiatives, fintech innovations, and a shift from cash to digital transactions