Saudi Arabia’s non-oil private sector is experiencing significant growth, driven primarily by local demand and strong hiring trends, according to recent data released by Riyad Bank and S&P Global. The purchasing managers’ index (PMI) rose to 57.2 in June, surpassing the figure from May and the long-term average, indicating favorable business conditions. This growth is...
President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan sent a congratulatory message to Alexander Lukashenko, the President of the Republic of Belarus, on the occasion of his country’s Independence Day. In his message, Sheikh Mohammed expressed his best wishes for prosperity and success to the people of Belarus. This gesture underscores the UAE’s commitment to fostering...
DHL Express UAE has entered into a strategic partnership with Meydan Free Zone to improve global shipping capabilities for businesses in the UAE. This agreement provides streamlined logistics, reduced shipping rates, and expert support, aligning with Dubai’s objective to enhance its role as a global trade and entrepreneurship hub. The partnership was formalized at the...
As the United Arab Emirates (UAE) enhances its reputation as a global hub for financial innovation, SC Ventures, the innovation and venture capital division of Standard Chartered Bank, has announced the opening of a new office in Abu Dhabi’s Hub71 at the Abu Dhabi Global Market. Gautam Jain, a seasoned fintech strategist, highlighted the firm’s...
Saudi Arabia and Indonesia have signed several agreements and memorandums of understanding valued at approximately $27 billion. These deals, reported by the Saudi state news agency SPA, involve private sector institutions and focus on areas such as clean energy and petrochemicals. The agreements were finalized during the visit of Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto to Saudi...
The Ras Al Khaimah Police General Command, represented by the Vehicle and Driver Licensing Department, in collaboration with the Public Resources Authority, has launched a new and innovative service for driver testing called “Luxury Vehicle.” This initiative aims to enhance the services of the Traffic and Licensing Center and improve customer satisfaction at the driver...
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) recently announced a groundbreaking initiative to include a National Artificial Intelligence System as a non-voting member of all federal and government company boards, and as an advisory member of the Council of Ministers starting next year. This move signals a significant shift in governance, positioning artificial intelligence alongside human intelligence...
Al Tayf, a leading provider of maintenance, repair, and technical training services under the Edge Group, has announced that its vocational training school successfully passed an official assessment and received the ISO 10015 certification for competency management and human resource development. This certification was awarded by SWTUV, an international provider of testing and certification services....
Colonel Dr. Mohammed Ahmed Al-Shirawi, a forensic radiologist and fellow at the Victoria Institute of Forensic Medicine within the medical services department of Abu Dhabi Police, has received the award for Best Peer-Reviewed Paper of 2025 in the field of digital and intelligent autopsy in Japan. He accepted the award during a ceremony held by...
Emirates, the flagship carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has announced the launch of new daily long-haul flights to Brazil and Argentina, significantly boosting intercontinental connectivity. This expanded service, set to commence on October 26, 2025, represents a key milestone in the UAE’s aviation strategy. It aims to strengthen global travel links, address the rising...