Saudi Arabia’s crude oil exports surged in June, reaching their highest level in more than a year. According to Kpler data, the kingdom increased its exports by 450,000 barrels per day (bpd) from May’s figures, bringing the total to 6.33 million bpd. This uptick occurred amidst concerns about potential supply disruptions due to ongoing conflicts...
Russia has joined Turkey, the UAE, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia in a significant move to reopen flights to Iran, Iraq, and Jordan. This decision comes as Middle Eastern airspace reopens following the intense US-Israel-Iran conflict, prompting renewed hopes for connectivity in a region that has faced significant aviation disruptions....
The Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has been officially designated by the World Health Organization (WHO) as the first Collaborating Centre in the Middle East focused on research related to emerging respiratory viruses. This designation marks a significant milestone in the region’s efforts to enhance public health and disease prevention strategies. The new collaboration aims...
The Influencers Hub and TikTok have announced the launch of “CreatorsHQxTikTok#,” the first regional training camp. This initiative takes place at the Influencers Hub, which is the first dedicated space for influencers in the UAE and the Middle East, operating under the Visionaries Group, the largest content management and development platform in the UAE. The...
Linklaters’ flexible lawyer platform, Re:link, has officially launched its operations in the Middle East, aiming to provide high-performance legal talent to one of the world’s most dynamic markets. This move allows Re:link to connect clients with Linklaters-approved, flexible lawyers who can assist with interim legal resourcing needs. Re:link offers a responsive and efficient way for...
Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and Jordan have significantly boosted the Middle East tourism industry, achieving a remarkable increase of over 44% in international arrivals compared to pre-pandemic levels in the first quarter of 2025. Despite this impressive surge, the year-over-year growth appeared modest at just 1%. This paradox raises questions about...
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney held a phone call on Thursday to discuss their nations’ bilateral relations. During the conversation, they reviewed the current situation in the Middle East and expressed their mutual agreement on the necessity for sustainable peace in the region. Credit: Arab News...
Indian tech firm Zoho has entered into a partnership with UAE-based fintech company areeba to enhance digital services for businesses across the Middle East. This agreement was formalized at Seamless Dubai 2025 and includes a significant investment of $5 million in wallet credits, allowing areeba’s customers to access Zoho’s suite of more than 55 cloud-based...
New York-based Elevate has successfully acquired RISE Group, which is a marketing and commercial services consultancy located in Riyadh and Dubai. The financial details of the acquisition remain undisclosed, and the deal is subject to customary regulatory approval. This acquisition signifies Elevate’s entry into the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, as the company...
Abu Dhabi’s G42 has partnered with France’s Mistral AI to develop AI infrastructure that will encompass training AI models and systems across the Middle East, Europe, and the Global South. This collaboration aims to enhance AI capabilities in these regions, providing advanced technological solutions tailored to their unique needs. The partnership was announced recently and...