Laurent Saint-Martin, France’s Delegate Minister for Foreign Trade and French Nationals Abroad, stated that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) holds a top-tier position in France’s economic and trade policy within the Gulf region. He emphasized the depth and distinction of bilateral relations, particularly focusing on economic and diplomatic collaboration. Saint-Martin declared, “The UAE is undoubtedly...
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) and the Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan (CBAR) have formalized a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing cooperation in the financial sector. This agreement marks a significant step in fostering bilateral ties between the two nations. The MoU was established following a visit to the...
Digital Dubai, in collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the United Nations International Computing Centre (UNICC), has officially launched the first UN Citiverse Challenge. This initiative aims to leverage AI-powered virtual worlds to promote innovation, resilience, and digital inclusivity on a global scale. The Citiverse Challenge aligns with the mission of Digital Dubai,...
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, recently announced a partnership with the UAE’s AI Minister, Omar Sultan Al Olama, to create an underground high-speed transport system known as the “Dubai Loop.” This innovative project aims to connect the most densely populated areas of Dubai, allowing for efficient travel from point to point. The announcement was...
Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) and IBM have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at reinforcing Dubai’s stature as a global hub for artificial intelligence (AI). This agreement was formalized during the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2025 and is in line with the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), which targets doubling the size of Dubai’s...
The Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) and the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone) recently hosted a high-level delegation from the People’s Republic of China. This meeting aimed to explore ways to enhance bilateral economic and trade cooperation, focusing on increasing investment opportunities for Chinese businesses in the Emirate of Sharjah. During the discussions,...