Tracking the Pulse of MENA Economies.

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Emirates NBD Provides $100 Million Financing Facility to CPI Property Group

Emirates NBD has extended a financing facility worth AED367.3 million ($100 million) to CPI Property Group as Dubai’s

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Oman Arab Bank Raises $400 Million Through AT1 Capital Securities Issuance

Oman Arab Bank has successfully raised $400 million through a perpetual Additional Tier 1 (AT1) capital securities issuance,

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Alinma Bank Prices $500 Million AT1 Sukuk Amid Strong Investor Demand

Alinma Bank has successfully priced a $500 million perpetual Additional Tier 1 (AT1) sukuk, attracting strong investor demand as Saudi

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EDS Launches “Green Advertising” in Dubai & UAE – A Sustainable Future for Outdoor Media

Dubai, UAE – May 2026 – OutdoorAdvertisingUAE.com, operated by EDS FZCO, one of the UAE’s leading outdoor and out-of-home (OOH)

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Why Thousands of International Patients Choose Enfield Royal Clinic Dubai Over Local Options

Enfield Royal Clinic Dubai has emerged as the premier destination for international medical tourism, attracting thousands of patients annually from

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Kuwait Banks Tighten Personal Loan Rules for Expats and Private Sector Workers

Kuwait’s banking sector has started tightening rules around Kuwait personal loans, particularly for expatriates and private sector employees, as lenders

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Emirates NBD Provides $100 Million Financing Facility to CPI Property Group

Emirates NBD has extended a financing facility worth AED367.3 million ($100 million) to CPI Property Group as Dubai’s ultra-luxury real estate market continues attracting

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Oman Arab Bank Raises $400 Million Through AT1 Capital Securities Issuance

Oman Arab Bank has successfully raised $400 million through a perpetual Additional Tier 1 (AT1) capital securities issuance, attracting strong investor demand as Gulf

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Alinma Bank Prices $500 Million AT1 Sukuk Amid Strong Investor Demand

Alinma Bank has successfully priced a $500 million perpetual Additional Tier 1 (AT1) sukuk, attracting strong investor demand as Saudi financial institutions continue tapping

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EDS Launches “Green Advertising” in Dubai & UAE – A Sustainable Future for Outdoor Media

Dubai, UAE – May 2026 – OutdoorAdvertisingUAE.com, operated by EDS FZCO, one of the UAE’s leading outdoor and out-of-home (OOH) advertising companies, has officially

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Columnists

Duncun Misoi

Y A S Developers Unveils Casa Altia: A New Luxury Residential Project in Al Furjan

Sayed Quadri

Shahriar Shahir Barzegar Launchs UAE’s “Hayat” Initiative, Positioning Obesity as a System-Level Health Challenge

Business

China Willing to Strengthen U.S. Economic and Trade Relations, Promote Stability

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A large Maersk container ship, such as the Cornelia Maersk, navigating the turquoise waters of the Suez Canal with the Egyptian desert in the background.

Business·World

Maersk Restarts Trans-Suez Canal Shipping on MECL Service

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Arabia·Billionaires·Business·Economy·News·Opinion

Saudi Arabia’s Investment Mirage: When Vision 2030 Collides With a Harsh Global Reality

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High-angle view of a bustling container terminal at an Omani port, featuring large orange gantry cranes loading a cargo ship alongside rows of stacked shipping containers under a clear blue sky.

Arabia·Business

Oman Logistics Sector Booms with $8.8 Billion Investment in 2025

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Arabia·Business·News

Deyaar Breaks Ground on DWTN Residences, Dubai’s Future Landmark

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Arabia·Business·News

Saudi Arabia Opens Property Market to Foreign Buyers with New Law

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World

Iran, US Split on Sanctions Relief Ahead of March Talks

TEHRAN: Iran and the United States remain divided over the scope and sequencing of sanctions relief in renewed negotiations aimed at curbing Tehran’s nuclear programme, a senior Iranian official told WorldAffairs on

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Trump and Rubio Warn Iraq Against Reinstating Nouri al-Maliki

Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, former US President Donald Trump has issued a stern

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China’s Strategic Support for Iran Amid Israeli Intelligence Threats

China is closely monitoring the growing threat posed by Israeli intelligence operations, particularly after the Israeli

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Trump to Use Global Stage at WEF to Launch ‘Board of Peace,’ Stirring Gaza Controversy

DAVOS, Switzerland: U.S. President Donald Trump is set to use the global stage of the World

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Politics

Iran, US Split on Sanctions Relief Ahead of March Talks

TEHRAN: Iran and the United States remain divided over the scope and sequencing of sanctions relief in renewed negotiations aimed at curbing Tehran’s nuclear programme, a senior Iranian official told WorldAffairs on

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Turkey and Saudi Arabia back Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity

Turkey and Saudi Arabia Reaffirm Support for Syria’s Sovereignty

Turkey and Saudi Arabia have once again underscored their shared position on the importance of safeguarding Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The reaffirmation came as Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan concluded his

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Xi Jinping Calls for Strengthened China-Britain Cooperation and Multilateralism

During a key meeting in Beijing on Thursday, Chinese President Xi Jinping met with visiting British

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Trump to Use Global Stage at WEF to Launch ‘Board of Peace,’ Stirring Gaza Controversy

DAVOS, Switzerland: U.S. President Donald Trump is set to use the global stage of the World

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Videos

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Op-Ed: Gaza at Two Years – Scarred by War, Clinging to Hope

Opinion

Saudi Arabia’s Investment Mirage: When Vision 2030 Collides With a Harsh Global Reality

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What Founders in MENA Should Prepare for in 2026

by Sayed Quadri

India and China: The Fragile Art of Moving from Conflict to Cooperation

by Dr. Shahid Siddiqui

Technology

WhatsApp to Allow Chats Without Phone Numbers in Major Privacy Update

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Dubai | October 6, 2025 — WhatsApp is preparing to roll out a groundbreaking update that

LG Expands Middle East B2G Business with Expo City Dubai

Saudi Arabia Venture Capital Growth Leads Middle East in 2025

Sony Transfers Majority Control of TV Business to TCL in New Joint Venture

WhatsApp to Introduce Voice and Video Calling on Web Browser Soon

UAE Leads MENA in E-Commerce Growth in 2025

Unique Properties Partners with AIR to Launch AI-Powered Real Estate Platform

Yutong Link+ Boosts Fleet Efficiency With AI-Powered Intelligent Management

Nebius to provide AI infrastructure to Microsoft under $17.4B deal

From Business Tycoon to President: The Many Phases of Donald J. Trump

by Dr. Shahid Siddiqui

Donald Trump Sues BBC for $5 Billion, Citing Alleged Editing Manipulation in ‘Panorama’

by Wallstreet Editorial

A Biography That Tracks the Many Reinventions of Donald J. Trump

by Sayed Quadri

Saudi Exchange Top 5 Gainers in 2025

by Sayed Quadri

Dubai RTA Pedestrian Bridges Plan

by Patricia Renee

Hussain Khansaheb: UAE Construction Pioneer Passes Away

by Patricia Renee

Saudi PIF Acquires MBC Majority Stake

by Patricia Renee

Nepal Tourism Recovery After Riots

by Patricia Renee

National Industries Park Dubai new projects

Dubai’s National Industries Park Secures AED 1 Billion

by Patricia Renee

Saudi Pro League’s Media Rights Deal with IMG Extended to Boost Global Football Reach

by Patricia Renee

French Montana Engaged to Dubai Princess Sheikha Mahra

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ALA Properties Debuts in Dubai Backed by Award-Winning Success

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Companies

Sobha Sukuk I Holding Ltd

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EDS FZE – Your Strategic Media & Advertising Partner in Dubai & Beyond

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National General Insurance Co PJSC

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Gulf Insurance Group Company

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Acwa Power Management and Investments One Ltd

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Emirates Islamic Bank PJSC (EIB) | Dubai Financial Market

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Badwa Capital Ltd

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East Pipes Integrated Company for Industry

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Alpha Data PJSC

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Borouge PLC (BOROUGE) | Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange

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Gulf Pharmaceutical Industries Julphar Co PJSC

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Abu Dhabi Crude Oil Pipeline LLC

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Amlak Finance PJSC

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Angaza Capital Partners

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Agthia Group PJSC

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Leejam Sports Company Profile

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Lifestyle

Why Thousands of International Patients Choose Enfield Royal Clinic Dubai Over Local Options

Enfield Royal Clinic Dubai has emerged as the premier destination for international medical tourism, attracting thousands

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Finanshels & ShopDoc Host UAE Founder Wellness Event

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CAPITAL MARKETS

GCC Debt Markets Slow as Geopolitical Risks Rise

GCC debt markets have slowed sharply after recording their strongest start to a year on record,

CAPITAL MARKETS

Kuwait Issues Mandate for Multi-Tranche USD Benchmark Bond Amid Budget Deficit

8 months ago

September 29, 2025 — Kuwait City, Kuwait — Kuwait has issued a mandate for a multi-tranche USD benchmark bond, tapping into international debt markets as part of its financial strategy to manage

du to sell 342mln shares in Mamoura stake offering

by Sayed Quadri

Riyad Capital Issues $133M Sukuk for Sumou Global Investment

by Sayed Quadri

H.C. Wainwright Reiterates ‘Buy’ Rating on Phoenix Group with Dh3.00 Target

by Sayed Quadri

Shuaa Capital Appoints New Group CEO to Accelerate Growth

by Sayed Quadri

Lifestyle

Emirates NBD Provides $100 Million Financing Facility to CPI Property Group

Emirates NBD has extended a financing facility worth AED367.3 million ($100 million) to CPI Property Group

Oman Arab Bank Raises $400 Million Through AT1 Capital Securities Issuance

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Alinma Bank Prices $500 Million AT1 Sukuk Amid Strong Investor Demand

9 minutes ago

EDS Launches “Green Advertising” in Dubai & UAE – A Sustainable Future for Outdoor Media

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Why Thousands of International Patients Choose Enfield Royal Clinic Dubai Over Local Options

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Kuwait Banks Tighten Personal Loan Rules for Expats and Private Sector Workers

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Arabia·Companies·Companies in UAE·Featured·News·Properties·Real Estate

Tomorrow World Real Estate unveils its new Sales Experience Center in Dubai.

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by Wallstreet Editorial

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Bonds

Oman Arab Bank Raises $400 Million Through AT1 Capital Securities Issuance

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Sukuk

Alinma Bank Prices $500 Million AT1 Sukuk Amid Strong Investor Demand

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Advertising

EDS Launches “Green Advertising” in Dubai & UAE – A Sustainable Future for Outdoor Media

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Lifestyle

Why Thousands of International Patients Choose Enfield Royal Clinic Dubai Over Local Options

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Finance

Kuwait Banks Tighten Personal Loan Rules for Expats and Private Sector Workers

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Economy

Syria Moves to Appoint Safwat Raslan as Central Bank Chief

This agreement further deepens LG’s long-standing relationship with Expo City Dubai. Image Courtesy: LG Electronics, Inc.

LG Expands Middle East B2G Business with Expo City Dubai

LG Electronics is strategically expanding its Middle East B2G business. This growth is driven by a new partnership with Expo City Dubai. The agreement strengthens LG’s role as a provider of sustainable, high-tech

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Aviation

Prince Naif Airport PPP Draws 89 Firms

Prince Naif Airport PPP has attracted 89 local and international firms, underscoring strong investor appetite for

Aviation

Egypt Protests Israeli Airstrike in Gaza that Killed Three Journalists

4 months ago

Egypt Condemns Israel for Targeting Journalists in Gaza; Strike Adds to Growing Tensions Egypt has formally protested Israel over an airstrike that targeted a vehicle in central Gaza, resulting in the deaths

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