UAE strategies for transport, investment and real estate, Qatar tourism, Bahrain Golden Visas and more of the biggest stories this week
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ANALYSIS: Trump’s return could signal new path for Israel, Gaza, Lebanon crisis
Trump victory could mean less proxy wars, business-first diplomacy, and a deal with Putin to rein in Iran – marking a dramatic shift in how the US handles Israel’s conflicts with Gaza and Lebanon, experts say
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US election: UAE, Middle East investors turn to gold, equities as election remains impossible to call
Cryptocurrencies are gaining traction as a diversification tool, especially among younger investor demographics who are keen on digital assets
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Dubai real estate supply; Emirates named ‘World’s Best Airline’; $100m startup boost; Best Arab universities; Saudi expat job skill tests – 10 things you missed this week
Dubai real estate supply, ‘World’s Best Airline’, $100m startup boost, Saudi expat job skills and more of the top news stories this week
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EXCLUSIVE: Boris Johnson: ‘Do I like Trump? Yes I do, shoot me!’
The former UK PM praised Donald Trump’s foreign record, arguing that his detractors are “seriously mistaken”
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US elections 2024: Gold rallies, crypto dips as markets price in Trump victory before rate cuts
Gold ETFs post strong rally, marking the longest winning streak since July, and adding an estimated whopping 157,117 troy ounces of gold in the last trading session alone
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EXCLUSIVE: Boris Johnson on Trump as President, millionaires fleeing the UK, and a return to Number 10
The former PM also repeatedly praised the UAE and its leadership throughout his exclusive interview with Arabian Business
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Trump is heading for 312 college votes, with a near-landslide win. Here’s why
The polls suggest Trump and Harris are tied. But the same data shows Trump could be marching back to the White House by a landslide
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Historian Allan Lichtman predicts Kamala Harris to defeat Trump, becoming first woman US president
Lichtman said Trump only appeals to a narrow base
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Donald Trump launches $100k diamond-encrusted watch line amidst campaign controversy, reviving his merchandising legacy
The former President has hawked a series of branded products since he launched his 2024 White House campaign, following his long tradition of melding his political and business interests
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed meets Donald Trump during US Visit
The meeting highlighted the longstanding ties between the UAE and the US
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Donald Trump ‘loves the UAE,’ says son Eric Trump
The Trump Organization Executive Vice President also stated that Donald Trump hoped to visit on an official trip if re-elected as the US President
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EXCLUSIVE: ‘Kamala Harris couldn’t show you the Middle East on a map’: Eric Trump on why Donald Trump is the best presidential option for the region
Eric Trump also claims that his father could solve the region’s conflicts and is “doing great” despite assassination attempts
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EXCLUSIVE: Trump would reimpose Iran sanctions, ‘that’s the reason they’re trying to kill him,’ claims son Eric Trump
Eric Trump warned of “consequences” should Iran attack his father but said the former president is the “only person” who can bring stability to the region
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Donald Trump promises slew of tax breaks which even his advisors can’t decode
The Republican presidential candidate is expected to make a speech on Tuesday in Georgia to outline his vision to use tax breaks and other incentives to bolster US manufacturing
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Trump assassination attempts may boost public sympathy in ongoing legal trials, expert claims
As the election approaches and legal battles continue, Trump’s legal challenges and political ambitions are set to keep the political scene in unprecedented flux
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Donald Trump calls India ‘very big abuser’ of trade ties, says will meet PM Modi next week
Indian Prime Minister is scheduled to visit the US from 21 to 23 September to take part in the fourth Quad Leaders’ Summit