Growing demand for clean energy solutions in the UAE is acting as an added attraction for these companies who are looking to tap the “huge” market opportunities in the Gulf region for their electric and energy-efficient equipment and machineries
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UAE and Saudi businesses predict double-digit export growth in 2024
Gulf executives in the UAE and Saudi are optimistic about business growth this year, despite global headwinds
FDI
Foreign investment in Oman hits $59.6bn, UK, US and UAE lead way
Oman reports on detail of foreign direct investment as UK, US and UAE emerge as key economic partners
EU
EU announces major new Schengen visa rules, scraps consulate visits and passport stamps
EU Council announces digital visa procedures for Schengen area visitors
Arab Monetary Fund
Arab economies to grow 4% in 2024: AMF
Arab Monetary Fund announces economic forecast for 2023 and 2024
Africa
UAE President visits Ethiopia as trade soars 180% and investment hits $2.9bn
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed in Addis Ababa to discuss trade and diplomacy with Ethiopian Prime Minister
Arabian Business Leadership Summit
‘Leadership is going beyond age, titles,’ says UAE minister at Arabian Business Leadership Summit 2023
UAE Deputy Minister of Cabinet Affairs for Strategic Affairs Huda AlHashmi talks effective government planning, good leadership and more
Boris Johnson
Boris Johnson misled UK Parliament over Partygate scandal, panel rules
The UK’s House of Commons Privileges Committee says Boris Johnson misled UK parliament over Partygate scandal
Imran Khan
Pakistan rupee at record low amid widening protests against Imran Khan’s arrest
The unrest comes as the government negotiates with the IMF to restart its $6.5 billion bailout program, which it needs to avoid a default
bilateral cooperation
UAE President to make working visit to France
The President is scheduled to hold a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron
Saudi Arabia, South Korea launch bilateral programme to promote investment in mobility
The programme was launched in the South Korean capital Seoul
Annual Investment Meet
UAE-India CEPA first anniversary to be marked by special event at Annual Investment Meet
The AIM is scheduled to be held in Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center on May 8
Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri
UAE investing in space and climate change amid $150bn targets
UAE Minister of Economy eyes investment in new economy sectors
Cairo
UAE, Egyptian Presidents hold discussions to boost bilateral ties
During the meeting on Wednesday, the two Presidents also reaffirmed their shared interest in promoting stability and progress for the region and its people
defence spending
UAE, Saudi buying laser guns, weapons: Report
The comments come as the region continue to invest in revolutionising its defence capabilities
Brand View
Greater demand for the US EB-5 Golden Visa
The EB-5 program allows families to obtain lawful permanent residency status in the United States allowing them to freely live, work, and travel in the country
Emirates Airline
Emirates and Flydubai cancel flights to and from Iraq due to civil unrest
Cancellations are effective on August 30 and August 31, airlines are “monitoring the situation closely”