Tracking the Pulse of MENA Economies.

Core42 Secures $550M HSBC AI Infrastructure Deal

Core42, the sovereign cloud and artificial intelligence infrastructure subsidiary of G42, has secured $550 million in structured trade

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Dubai Airport Expands as 40 Airlines Operate at DXB

Dubai Airports says more than 40 international airlines are currently operating through Dubai International Airport (DXB), underscoring the

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Saudi Aramco Exits Malaysia PRefChem Venture

Saudi Aramco will transfer its equity stakes in the PRefChem refining and petrochemical joint ventures in Malaysia to Petronas, ending

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Moody’s Affirms Saudi Aa3 Rating With Stable Outlook

Moody’s Ratings has reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s sovereign credit rating at Aa3 with a stable outlook, reinforcing international confidence in the

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Emirates NBD Launches RBL Bank Open Offer

Dubai-based Emirates NBD is moving ahead with its planned acquisition of a major stake in RBL Bank, launching an open

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Saudi Banks Q1 Profit Beats Forecasts Despite War

Saudi Arabia’s banking sector delivered stronger-than-expected earnings in the first quarter of 2026, underscoring the resilience of the kingdom’s financial

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Core42 Secures $550M HSBC AI Infrastructure Deal

Core42, the sovereign cloud and artificial intelligence infrastructure subsidiary of G42, has secured $550 million in structured trade finance facilities from HSBC to accelerate

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Dubai Airport Expands as 40 Airlines Operate at DXB

Dubai Airports says more than 40 international airlines are currently operating through Dubai International Airport (DXB), underscoring the airport’s rapid operational recovery and its

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Saudi Aramco Exits Malaysia PRefChem Venture

Saudi Aramco will transfer its equity stakes in the PRefChem refining and petrochemical joint ventures in Malaysia to Petronas, ending an eight-year downstream partnership

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Moody’s Affirms Saudi Aa3 Rating With Stable Outlook

Moody’s Ratings has reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s sovereign credit rating at Aa3 with a stable outlook, reinforcing international confidence in the kingdom’s economic resilience despite

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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

How to Import from China to Kenya: A Step-by-Step Guide

Top 12 Import and Export Companies in Kenya: A Complete Guide

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

by Wallstreet Editorial

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

by Obwana Jordan Luke

ALA Properties Debuts in Dubai Backed by Award-Winning Success

by Wallstreet Editorial

Companies

Al Bayader International LLC

5 months ago

Emirates NBD Bank PJSC (EMIRATESNBD) | Dubai Financial Market

8 months ago

Alameriah Company

9 months ago

Sukoon Takaful PJSC

5 months ago

Sharjah, Emirate of

5 months ago

Unikai Foods PJSC

5 months ago

Havenvest Private Equity Middle East Ltd

5 months ago

NATIONAL CENTRAL COOLING CO PJSC (UNITED ARAB EMIRATES)

8 months ago

Ghitha Holding PJSC

5 months ago

LULU RETAIL HOLDINGS PLC

8 months ago

Bank of China (Dubai Branch)

5 months ago

AGILITY GLOBAL PLC

8 months ago

Al Masah Paper Industries LLC

5 months ago

KYIVSTAR GROUP LTD

8 months ago

DUBAI FINANCIAL MARKET PJSC

8 months ago

AMERICANA RESTAURANTS INTERNATIONAL PLC

8 months ago

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

Best Watches of 2025 From the GPHG Awards

6 months ago

Entrepreneurs speaking at Fitness for Founders wellness event hosted by Finanshels and ShopDoc in Dubai

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

Core42 Secures $550M HSBC AI Infrastructure Deal

Core42, the sovereign cloud and artificial intelligence infrastructure subsidiary of G42, has secured $550 million in

Dubai Airport Expands as 40 Airlines Operate at DXB

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Saudi Aramco Exits Malaysia PRefChem Venture

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Moody’s Affirms Saudi Aa3 Rating With Stable Outlook

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Emirates NBD Launches RBL Bank Open Offer

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Saudi Banks Q1 Profit Beats Forecasts Despite War

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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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Companies

Dubai Airport Expands as 40 Airlines Operate at DXB

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EQUITIES

Saudi Aramco Exits Malaysia PRefChem Venture

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Economy

Moody’s Affirms Saudi Aa3 Rating With Stable Outlook

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ACQUISITION

Emirates NBD Launches RBL Bank Open Offer

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EARNINGS

Saudi Banks Q1 Profit Beats Forecasts Despite War

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Investments

Acelen Secures $1.5 Billion for Brazil SAF Project

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

3 months ago

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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