The UAE and Brazil have taken a significant step in their partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focused on mineral exploration, energy, and mining cooperation. The agreement was finalized during a meeting between His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, and Brazil’s Minister of Mines...
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Emirates Aviation University Graduates 288 Future Aviation Leaders
Emirates Aviation University (EAU) celebrated the graduation of 288 students at its 34th ceremony held at the university’s Dubai campus. The graduates, representing a wide mix of nationalities, completed various undergraduate and postgraduate programs in fields such as aviation management, aeronautical and aerospace engineering, aviation security, and software engineering. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed...
UAE President Appoints New Leadership for UAE Aid Agency
The UAE President, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has issued a Federal Decree appointing new leadership for the UAE Aid Agency. According to the official announcement by WAM, H.E. Dr. Tareq Ahmed Mohamed Al Ameri has been named Chairman, while H.E. Sultan Mohamed Saeed Al Shamsi will serve as Vice Chairman. Dr....
ADNOC Gas Awards $2.1 Billion Contracts to Boost LNG Infrastructure
ADNOC Gas has announced the awarding of three major contracts worth $2.1 billion (approximately AED 8 billion) to strengthen its liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply infrastructure. These contracts will establish key facilities to support the Ruwais LNG Project, which aims to double ADNOC Gas’ LNG production capacity. The contracts include a $1.24 billion deal for...
Al Qou’a Dairy Plant: A Landmark for Inclusion and Local Production
Abu Dhabi’s Al Qou’a Dairy Products Plant, run by the Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination (ZHO), has achieved a significant milestone by producing 276,420 kilograms of labneh since its launch in September 2023. This facility is the first of its kind in the region to be fully operated by People of Determination. The...
UAE and Portugal Collaborate on Public Resource Protection
The UAE and Portugal have taken steps to strengthen their partnership in safeguarding public resources. Humaid Obaid Abushibs, Chairman of the UAE Accountability Authority (UAEAA), recently wrapped up an official visit to Lisbon, where he held discussions with Portuguese officials on enhancing oversight and promoting integrity. During the visit, Abushibs met key figures, including Filipa...
LNG Shipping Capacity Faces Decline by 2027, Driving Up Freight Rates
The global liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipping market is heading for tighter capacity by the end of 2027, with older vessels set to retire and demand for fuel supplies growing. This reduction in capacity is expected to push up freight rates, according to Nicholas Gleeson, Chief Financial Officer of Adnoc Logistics and Services (Adnoc L&S),...
Ajman Expands Key Road to Ease Traffic Flow
Ajman has made a significant move to ease traffic in one of its busiest areas. The Municipality and Planning Department announced the completion of an expansion project on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Street. The stretch between Sheikh Ammar Street and Al Hamidiya Street in the Al Jurf area now features three lanes in each direction,...
Dubai Airport Becomes World’s Largest by Seat Capacity in Early 2025
Dubai International Airport has claimed the top spot as the world’s largest airport by seat capacity in the first quarter of 2025, surpassing Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport. A report by Cirium revealed that Dubai Airport recorded 15.1 million seats, edging past Atlanta’s 14.8 million by 2%. The airport’s growth highlights its role as a key global...
Aldar Properties Raises $1 Billion in Landmark Hybrid Notes
Aldar Properties has successfully raised $1 billion through its first-ever hybrid capital issuance, marking the largest conventional hybrid issuance in the Middle East. The offering attracted significant interest from both regional and international investors, with total orders exceeding $4.9 billion—an oversubscription of 3.8 times. This groundbreaking move strengthens Aldar’s capital structure by introducing a hybrid...