Millions of jobs, especially those held by women and young people, face significant exposure to automation, if core principles of ethical and inclusive governance of Artificial intelligence (AI) are not considered, said a new report from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
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Imports worldwide worth $2,640 billion, or 11.1 per cent of total imports, were affected primarily by tariffs along with other trade measures introduced between mid-October 2024 and mid-October 2025 - more than four times the $611 billion coverage recorded in the preceding period, said a Word Trade Organization report.
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With green revenues growing twice as fast as conventional revenues, the global green economy has topped $5 trillion and is set to exceed $7 trillion by 2030, creating an abundance of growth opportunities for businesses worldwide, said a report.
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The 54th UAE Eid Al Etihad arrives this year crowned with exceptional economic and tourism achievements that reflect the vision of the UAE’s leadership and the strength of the Union, said Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism.
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A sharp rise in life-sciences mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are likely across the Middle East as Gulf governments intensify efforts to build a globally competitive biotech and health-technology manufacturing base, according to a new Grand View Research study.
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Abu Dhabi Transport (ADT) has invited EoIs from rolling stock manufacturers and civil engineering contractors to provide the design and build services for the Abu Dhabi Light Rail Transit Line 4 (LRT4) project. On completion, the 19-km-long network will have 23 stops.
The UAE cabinet has approved 3,567 housing packages for Emirati citizens worth a total AED2.6 billion ($707 million) during 2025, including 524 presidential grants; 623 government housing as well as 2,388 housing financing decisions.
Network International (Network), a leading fintech company with operations across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, said it has reached an agreement with leading UAE group Rakbank to buy its merchant acquiring business in the emirates.
Global airlines scrambled to fix a newly identified software glitch flagged by Airbus in its A320 family of aircraft, and although many carriers rushed to apply the update overnight, the issue still triggered widespread disruption to flight operations around the world.
Strabag has announced that it has secured a €102 million ($118 million) transport infrastructure project in Muscat, Oman. The scope of work involves widening of a major street, building of a flyover and underpasses as well as redesigning roundabouts into intersections.
Total global passenger demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometres (RPK), was up 6.6% in October 2025 compared to October 2024, said International Air Transport Association (IATA) data.
The first edition of “Salone del Mobile.Milano” in Riyadh, which opened on November 26 under the theme ‘Red in progress’, will conclude today (November 28) at King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD).
ABB opened a $2-million training and customer experience facility in the UAE to develop digital and engineering skills for industrial, power and utility applications across the Middle East.
Bahrain's Electricity and Water Authority (EWA) has signed an agreement to extend the power purchase agreement (PPA) with Al Ezzel Power Company, one of Bahrain’s independent power producers, for its key 950MW power plant in the Hidd region.
Mirage, a leading multidisciplinary engineering group, has been appointed as the project management consultant for Janu Hotel & Branded Residences on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah. It comprises a 132-key upscale hotel, five premium villas and 73 residential units.
The five winners of the 2025 edition of the Young Scientist Award were announced at a ceremony in Brussels. Held annually since 2018, the competition rewards studies, applications and analytical investigations of early-career scientists in the hydrogen and fuel cell sector.
Mirage, a leading multidisciplinary engineering group, has been appointed as the project management consultant for Janu Hotel & Branded Residences on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah. It comprises a 132-key upscale hotel, five premium villas and 73 residential units.
Aerzen has acquired GPE Turbo, strengthening its technological leadership and expanding its market position. The move broadens Aerzen’s process gas portfolio, adding advanced capabilities and customised engineering solutions while enhancing global sales and service support for high-performance blower, compressor, and turbo applications.
Millions of jobs, especially those held by women and young people, face significant exposure to automation, if core principles of ethical and inclusive governance of Artificial intelligence (AI) are not considered, said a new report from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
Global iconic fashion brand Elie Saab Maison and Aati, a part of Al Tayer Insignia and a leading name in luxury interiors, have announced their new partnership marked by the opening of dedicated Elie Saab Maison showroom spaces in Dubai.
A sharp rise in life-sciences mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are likely across the Middle East as Gulf governments intensify efforts to build a globally competitive biotech and health-technology manufacturing base, according to a new Grand View Research study.
Silah Gulf, a leading customer experience solutions provider, celebrated Bahraini Women’s Day this year under the slogan 'Bahraini Women: Excellence, Creativity, Innovation,' honoring the impactful contributions, leadership, and innovation of its female employees.
Arab Financial Services (AFS) said it has delivered a standout performance at Jewellery Arabia 2025, supporting seamless digital payments across the five-day event, recording 160% payment growth, one of the strongest years in terms of both domestic and global activity.
Glenwood Private Equity, a leading Korea-based investment firm, and Mubadala Investment Company, an Abu Dhabi-based global investor, and other co-investors announced the closing of their co-investment in NanoH2O Co (formerly known as LG Water Solutions and a division of LG Chem).
G42, an artificial intelligence development company based in Abu Dhabi, has welcomed the US decision to authorise the export of advanced AI semiconductors to G42.
The National Automotive and Vehicles Academy (NAVA), a key venture of Saudi PIF, has signed a strategic agreement with the kingdom's first automotive company Ceer to launch an intermediate diploma programme in automotive manufacturing technology.
Buro Happold has announced that it has been signed up as the lead design consultant for the detailed master plan of the mega Expo 2030 Riyadh as well as for the design of public realm, landscape, infrastructure and its utilities and the Expo legacy.
Glenwood Private Equity, a leading Korea-based investment firm, and Mubadala Investment Company, an Abu Dhabi-based global investor, and other co-investors announced the closing of their co-investment in NanoH2O Co (formerly known as LG Water Solutions and a division of LG Chem).
