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WEF to launch 5 new Centres for Fourth Industrial Revolution - 2 of them in Abu Dhabi

Fri, 23 Jan 2026

World Economic Forum (WEF) will establish five new Centres for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) - two of them in the United Arab Emirates capital of Abu Dhabi.

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FDI GROWS 24%

Global investors trust Saudi stability: Minister

Fri, 23 Jan 2026

As global investment flows slow, Saudi Arabia is moving in the opposite direction. The Kingdom’s disciplined approach to reform, policy certainty and execution under Vision 2030 have created a rare strategic edge in today’s volatile world: stability that investors can trust.

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FIRMS CAN GROW IN LINE WITH DEMAND

KEZAD Group launches pay-as-you-grow Metal Park in Abu Dhabi

Fri, 23 Jan 2026

Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD Group has announced the launch of Metal Park, the world’s first pay-as-you-grow metals ecosystem in Abu Dhabi.

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INSIGHT

Why the US dollar is under pressure in 2026?

Thu, 22 Jan 2026

As we move into early 2026, the US dollar is facing growing challenges. Its recent weakness isn’t just part of a normal economic cycle, but it reflects rising political uncertainty and shifting global confidence in the United States.

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INSIGHT

93% of Gulf CEOs see strong economic growth this year

Tue, 20 Jan 2026

Middle East CEOs remain among the most confident globally, with 88% expecting economic growth to strengthen in their own territories, and this is even higher at 93% across the GCC, compared with just 55% of CEOs globally, according to a PwC report.

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New Murabba signs MoU with Industry Ministry to enhance local content

Thu, 22 Jan 2026

New Murabba, a Public Investment Fund company, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources to explore the strengthening of local content, expand national supply chains, and enhance industrial collaboration across one of the Kingdom’s most ambitious urban developments.

Arada sales triple in 2025 to top $4.7bn; over 5,100 units sold in UAE

Thu, 22 Jan 2026

Arada, a UAE-headquartered developer, registered year-on-year sales growth of 199% in the UAE during 2025, with AED17.3 billion ($4.71 billion) worth of homes sold across master-planned communities and luxury developments in Dubai and Sharjah.

Masdar, EUDC collaborate on Uzbekistan gigascale renewable project

Thu, 22 Jan 2026

Masdar has partnered with Emirates Utilities Development Company (EUDC) and Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Energy to develop a gigascale 24/7 clean energy project. The initiative aims to provide up to 1 GW of baseload power, with state-owned JSC Uzenergosotish as the offtaker.

DP World unveils Dubai Food District, new hub for global food trade

Thu, 22 Jan 2026

DP World has officially unveiled the Dubai Food District, a major expansion and rebranding of the Al Aweer Central Fruit and Vegetable Market that will transform it into one of the world’s largest and most advanced centres for the trade of food.

HUMAIN, Infra announce $1.2bn AI projects funding plan

Thu, 22 Jan 2026

HUMAIN, a Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) Company, and the National Infrastructure Fund (Infra) have announced a Strategic Financing Framework Agreement of up to $1.2 billion to support the expansion of AI and digital infrastructure projects in Saudi Arabia.

Tawazun signs $642m MoD deals at UMEX & SimTex

Wed, 21 Jan 2026

Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement has announced a new series of contracts concluded on behalf of the Ministry of Defence on the second day of UMEX and Simtex 2026 event.

ADIB posts record net profit before tax of $2.2bn in 2025, up 18%

Wed, 21 Jan 2026

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) has reported another year of exceptional financial performance, delivering record earnings in 2025 on the back of strong balance sheet expansion, rising business momentum and sustained customer acquisition across key segments.

Object 1 enters major multi-plot land deal on Abu Dhabi’s Al Reem Island

Wed, 21 Jan 2026

Object 1, a key real estate developer, has closed a AED4.5 billion ($1.22 billion) multi-plot land deal in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant step forward in its expansion into the capital. The developer has acquired four waterfront plots on Al Reem Island with a development area of over 2 million sq ft.

Tata Projects named EPC partner for SAF One Middle east project

Wed, 21 Jan 2026

India's Tata Projects has been selected by SAF One Energy Management as its engineering, procurement and construction partner for a key sustainable aviation fuel project in the Middle East. The scope includes delivery of integrated, scalable project solutions and construction methodologies.

Takmeel breaks ground on 291-unit residential project in Dubai

Sat, 24 Jan 2026

UAE-based Takmeel Developments has announced the groundbreaking of its key residential project - Divine Al Barari - in Dubai, featuring 291 residential units with a mix of duplex penthouses, one- to three-bedroom apartments and studios as well as over 30 lifestyle and wellness amenities.

EtihadWE joins consortiums developing Misfah, Duqm power projects in Oman

Fri, 23 Jan 2026

Etihad Water and Electricity (EtihadWE) announced its participation in the consortiums developing the Misfah and Duqm power generation projects in Oman.

Saudi Arabia invests $400bn in tourism sector: Minister

Fri, 23 Jan 2026

Saudi Arabia has become a major global player in tourism, with the sector now contributing approximately 5% of the kingdom’s GDP and accounting for nearly 5% of total employment, said Ahmed Al-Khateeb, Minister of Tourism of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Solution to manufacturers’ workforce woes lies in AI-supported planning

Fri, 23 Jan 2026

For many manufacturers, the workforce challenge is less about having too few people and more about not having the right people, in the right place, at the right time.

Al Masaood brings refreshed INFINITI QX60, QX60 SPORT to Abu Dhabi

Fri, 23 Jan 2026

Al Masaood Automobiles, the authorised distributor for INFINITI in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and the Al Dhafra Region, has announced the arrival of the refreshed INFINITI QX60, including the introduction of the first-ever QX60 SPORT grade in the capital.

UAE wins bid to host World Congress of Military Medicine 2026

Fri, 23 Jan 2026

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been awarded the hosting rights for the 46th World Congress of Military Medicine 2026 (ICMM), scheduled to take place from November 9 to 13, 2026 in Abu Dhabi.

WEF Reskilling Revolution on track to reach 850m people

Fri, 23 Jan 2026

The World Economic Forum today announced major global commitments to invest in skills development for workers. The Reskilling Revolution initiative is on track to reach more than 850 million people worldwide, nearing its target of equipping 1 billion people with better access to skills, education and economic opportunities.

Canon makes two key leadership appointments

Fri, 16 Jan 2026

Canon has made two key leadership appointments covering its EMEA and Central and North Africa regions.

Saudi Arabia to host WEF Global Collaboration and Growth Meeting in April

Fri, 23 Jan 2026

Saudi Arabia will host the World Economic Forum (WEF) Global Collaboration and Growth Meeting: Building Common Ground and Reviving Growth in Jeddah on April 22 and 23, it was announced on the closing day of the 56th Annual Meeting of the Forum in Davos, Switzerland.

Network International appoints new Group CFO

Thu, 22 Jan 2026

Network International (Network), a leading fintech company across the Middle East and Africa, has appointed Ashish Jain as its Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Al Masaood brings refreshed INFINITI QX60, QX60 SPORT to Abu Dhabi

Fri, 23 Jan 2026

Al Masaood Automobiles, the authorised distributor for INFINITI in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and the Al Dhafra Region, has announced the arrival of the refreshed INFINITI QX60, including the introduction of the first-ever QX60 SPORT grade in the capital.

5 artists shortlisted for Ithra Art Prize

Fri, 23 Jan 2026

The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) has shortlisted five artists for the seventh edition of the Ithra Art Prize, which celebrates artists from or based in the 22 Arab countries, one of the most established art awards in the Middle East and the Arab region. '

Saudi Arabia to host WEF Global Collaboration and Growth Meeting in April

Fri, 23 Jan 2026

Saudi Arabia will host the World Economic Forum (WEF) Global Collaboration and Growth Meeting: Building Common Ground and Reviving Growth in Jeddah on April 22 and 23, it was announced on the closing day of the 56th Annual Meeting of the Forum in Davos, Switzerland.

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