President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Abu Dhabi to discuss ways to enhance the relationship between the UAE and Turkey. The leaders held talks focusing on regional and international developments, underscoring the need for promoting peace and stability in the Middle East. During the meeting,...
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Airport Show 2025 commenced in Dubai
The 24th edition of the Airport Show commenced today at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This event will bring together aviation leaders, airport operators, technology providers, and government officials from around the world. The show is expected to run until May 8 and is recognized as the largest B2B airport industry platform in the Middle...
BNY Mellon Secures License for Regional Headquarters in Saudi Arabia
The Bank of New York Mellon (BNY Mellon) has acquired a license from the Ministry of Investments (MISA) to establish a regional headquarters (RHQ) in Saudi Arabia. This move is part of the country’s broader effort to diversify its economy and reduce reliance on the oil industry. Under the initiatives led by Crown Prince Mohammed...
du Reports 19.8% Increase in Net Profit for Q1 2025
Du, a leading telecommunications company in the UAE, has announced a significant increase in its financial performance for the first quarter of 2025. The company reported a net profit increase of 19.8%, reflecting its ongoing commitment to revenue growth and operational efficiency. In addition to the profit increase, du’s revenues rose by 7.4%, reaching a...
Sharjah Introduces New “Care Leave” Policy for Women
Sharjah has announced a new category of leave aimed at supporting women in the emirate. The policy, known as “Care Leave,” was recently approved by Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, the Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. This initiative is designed specifically for female employees who give birth to a sick child...
EVIQ and Lotus Form Partnership to Enhance EV Charging Infrastructure in Saudi Arabia
EVIQ, a prominent electric vehicle infrastructure company in Saudi Arabia, has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Lotus, a high-performance automotive and powertrain technology company. This partnership was announced on May 4, 2025, and is facilitated through Al Walan Trading, Lotus’s official distributor in the Kingdom. The main goal of this agreement is to...
Panasonic Partners with SACO to Transform Retail Experience in Saudi Arabia
Panasonic Marketing Middle East and Africa (PMMAF) has announced a significant partnership with the Saudi Company for Hardware (SACO), a leading distributor in the electronics and lifestyle retail sector in Saudi Arabia. This collaboration represents a major shift in the retail and electronics landscape of the Kingdom, introducing a direct supply model that connects an...
E& and Digicel Group Form Strategic Partnership
E& and Digicel Group have announced a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing international voice services across the Americas. Under this collaboration, E& will serve as Digicel’s partner in 24 markets for both inbound and outbound international traffic, focusing on optimizing operations and improving service quality. As challenges such as fraud threats within the telecommunications sector...
Dubai Maintains Leading Position for FDI in Creative Industries
For the third consecutive year, Dubai has been recognized as the top global destination for attracting Greenfield foreign direct investment (FDI) projects in the cultural and creative industries, according to the Financial Times’ ‘fDi Markets’ report, which evaluated 233 cities worldwide. In 2024, Dubai successfully attracted 971 projects in this sector, resulting in total FDI...
Abu Dhabi Unveils Largest Artificial Coral Reef Project in the Middle East
The Abu Dhabi Environment Agency announced a significant coral reef initiative on Monday, launching the Abu Dhabi Coral Gardens project. This initiative is the largest of its kind in the Middle East and aims to protect the emirate’s marine environment while enhancing biodiversity, according to the state news agency Wam. Under the guidance of Sheikh...









