UAE
· UAE ranks among global top 10 in soft power in 2026, 3rd in economic growth opportunities https://bit.ly/4qsSayR
· PwC: Middle East CEOs lead global confidence on growth, investment, and AI https://bit.ly/3Zse3lW
· Mubadala targets opportunities in AI and robotics, CEO says https://bit.ly/4pSVrXp
· Davos 2026: Huda Al Hashimi spotlights importance of optimism in UAE’s leadership approach https://bit.ly/4sR4rPe
· Davos 2026: World Economic Forum white paper showcases Abu Dhabi as a global leader in intelligent healthcare https://bit.ly/4qVE9JO
· DWTC, Informa sign partnership agreement to create 'inD.' https://bit.ly/4sRiDI5
· G42 Introduces Digital Embassies, Greenshield to make AI sovereignty portable https://bit.ly/4bfCXN7
· Dubai Holding expands European hospitality portfolio with acquisition in Mallorca https://bit.ly/4sPnmKj
· AD Ports Group expands operations in Spain with acquisition of Balenciaga Astilleros Shipyard https://bit.ly/4b3QzuG
· Brand Finance names ADNOC first Emirati Brand to enter global Top 100 https://bit.ly/4qwjHiZ
· Investopia - Davos showcases UAE’s enablers for attracting investment, capital during World Economic Forum 2026 https://bit.ly/3NCm1q4
· DP World Report finds 94% of executives expect trade growth despite rising volatility in 2026 https://bit.ly/45k92iV
· Naval Group showcases unmanned maritime technologies, expands UAE partnerships at UMEX 2026 https://bit.ly/4pPkGK8
· LIG Nex1 plans to establish local defence industry in partnership with UAE https://bit.ly/4qCkgI8
· SteerAI unveils new autonomous vehicle 'xRift' at UMEX 2026 https://bit.ly/4qy2ANZ
· ATRC showcases Emirati robotic desert vehicle at UMEX 2026 https://bit.ly/4a2n5MG
· UAE's Heli secures 200 orders, boosts Abu Dhabi’s unmanned aviation sector https://bit.ly/465EEcj
· AirQ unveils innovative cargo aircraft at UMEX 2026 https://bit.ly/4a5iIjW
· ITC showcases smart mobility solutions at UMEX & SimTEX 2026 https://bit.ly/45mT2wz
· ADX, Saal.ai collaborate to design innovative platform for market data dissemination https://bit.ly/49Ljj9j
· EDGE CEO says defence products now reach over 100 countries https://bit.ly/4a3OgXw
· Tawazun announces AED879.785 million in defence deals on day one of UMEX & SimTEX 2026 https://bit.ly/4sOvhYb
· K2 showcases autonomous surface vessel in its first participation at UMEX 2026 https://bit.ly/4qXoNoe
· Calidus, GA-ASI sign MoU to collaborate on co-production of MQ-9B, Gambit Collaborative Combat Aircraft https://bit.ly/3LN9eR3
· RTA invites bids for Al-Maktoum airport metro extension https://bit.ly/4sRwkGQ
· UAE property demand holds firm as seven in ten plan to buy in next six months https://bit.ly/49CpP1O
· DAMAC Properties closes record-breaking 2025 with $9.8 billion in sales https://bit.ly/4pRGV26
· Made in Sharjah Zone highlights local innovation at SEF 2026 https://bit.ly/4qy3gTx
· Sharjah reveals Sustainable City II: A 7.8 million sq ft green masterplan with 1,032 homes and smart design https://bit.ly/45Y3Npd
· Federal Tax Authority secures two international accreditations for customer satisfaction, public procurement systems https://bit.ly/49wRRgx
· Dubai launches new police digital platform with seven legal services for lawyers https://bit.ly/49Ll1rf
· The Woodfire House opens in Sobha Hartland https://bit.ly/3NV19KL
Saudi Arabia
· Saudi Arabia, U.S. explore trade and investment cooperation across key sectors in roundtable meeting https://bit.ly/3YRtYdv
· Saudi Arabia approves National Insurance Sector Strategy under Vision 2030 https://bit.ly/49Lms93
· Saudi launches AI ‘matchmaking’ platform to speed up sustainability projects https://bit.ly/3YPrNah
· Davos 2026: Saudi Arabia spotlights quality of life sectors’ $20.5 billion contribution to GDP https://bit.ly/49G6i25
· Davos 2026: Saudi Aramco targets $5 billion in future AI value after generating $900 million from AI in 2023-2024 https://bit.ly/4jNv4jY
· flynas introduces next generation A320neo cabin design https://bit.ly/45PgWRy
· Sofitel debuts in Riyadh https://bit.ly/4jSHEhV
· Lebanese lifestyle concept Liza makes Saudi debut https://bit.ly/4jS8h6O
· The home-grown concepts shaping Saudi’s F&B landscape https://bit.ly/4sQeuUF
· Saudi’s Red Sea becomes first real test of foreign property ownership https://bit.ly/4jQt0I9
· International investors driving Saudi venture capital growth as activity rises 38% https://bit.ly/49HzRyN
· Saudi inflation stays contained at 2% despite rent pressures: GASTAT https://bit.ly/49xOyG2
· Saudi PIF’s Diriyah to launch $1bn hotel project with Italian developer, CEO reveals https://bit.ly/4jNSCW9
· Manufacturing and trade drive 5% rise in Saudi operating revenue https://bit.ly/4a13Cfn
· Trucks and vehicles crossing Saudi customs borders up 24% in 2025, reaching 4.7m https://bit.ly/4sM7isZ
· Samara launches electric golf cart assembly in Saudi Arabia in joint venture with Raya Holding https://bit.ly/4qy5n9V
Qatar
· Qatar targets $25bn investment as Goldman Sachs deepens QIA partnership https://bit.ly/4jPtxtV
· Qatar’s Ras Abu Fontas signs $990mln project finance deal with Japan’s JIBC https://bit.ly/4pNjqH6
· National Planning Council participates in World Economic Forum https://bit.ly/4baNQQ7
· QNB-brand value https://bit.ly/4r8XlnQ
· Nakilat net profit surges to reach QR1.69bn in 2025 https://bit.ly/4bP1cBI
· ‘DIMDEX enhances Qatar’s position as regional hub for specialised exhibitions’ https://bit.ly/49xkVVl
· SK Holding fully acquires SK Properties and Ariane Holding https://bit.ly/4qw6mqS
Oman
· SQU project leads to commercial production of spirulina algae https://bit.ly/3NnBYR7
· Oman, Spain hold political consultations session https://bit.ly/3Zo7wZC
· Oman launches promotional campaign in Spain, targets 70,000 visitors https://bit.ly/4qyhKTi
· RAM launches Executive Programme in Local Administration in support of decentralisation https://bit.ly/45o3uUC
Kuwait
· Gulf Bank reopens Al-Sabahiya branch following comprehensive renovation https://bit.ly/3YPVY12
· Boubyan Takaful launches ‘Care+’ in collaboration with Insure & Secure platform and GlobeMed https://bit.ly/4jUekaX
· Kuwait-Iraq maritime border demarcation panel convenes https://bit.ly/4r6tI6p
· CBK mandates auditor rotation for exchange companies every three years https://bit.ly/4sR4MBC
Bahrain
· YKA backs Honeywell Alerton BMS with strong local team https://bit.ly/49xl6Qv
· Hilal Technology unveils strategy to ‘evolve in a shifting world’ https://bit.ly/4r7NAGs
· Nissan expands Thierry Sabbagh’s regional leadership to include Nissan India https://bit.ly/3Lt4HmW
Egypt
· Egypt announces new oil output from Gulf of Suez field https://bit.ly/4pV90p7
· State adopts modern approach to asset management: El-Khatib https://bit.ly/4a61d32
· Egypt targets 70% private sector investment by 2030 following 5.3% quarterly growth: Al-Mashat https://bit.ly/4sRyINO
· Egypt approves $1.29 bln in new chemical, tire manufacturing projects in SCZone https://bit.ly/4sR6KBS
· Customs exemption for mobile phones brought from abroad ends Wednesday https://bit.ly/49RHfI7
· HDP launches Grand Lane residential project in New Cairo with EGP 50bn investments https://bit.ly/3NTdOhg
· Egypt approves new cement licences, $1.29bn industrial projects to expand production capacity https://bit.ly/4aa24if
· FRA, Ministry of Supply partner to streamline company registration, compliance https://bit.ly/3LNbO9H
· Egypt unveils bold economic reforms, green energy push at Davos https://bit.ly/4jMN9P4
