2026-04-06

UAE

·        UAE becomes top 10 global exporter, latest WTO figures show https://bit.ly/3Q2gU3F

·        Dubai’s flexible business environment supports sustained growth in e-commerce adoption https://bit.ly/47I0Eee

·        Dubai real estate sales hit $48.11 billion in Q1 2026, up 23.4 percent https://bit.ly/4v77kMZ

·        Dubai launches $40.8 million EV superchargers across 600 park spaces https://bit.ly/4t55UkA

·        UAE cautions Strait of Hormuz blockade jeopardizes global energy, food security https://bit.ly/47M4Jhv

·        UAE calls for global action to protect supply chains amid maritime disruptions https://bit.ly/3PRly4x

·        Expo Sharjah attracts 350,000 visitors in Q1 2026

·        Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry concludes 'Al Dhaid and Fili Nights' https://bit.ly/4ts5Uee

·        Abu Dhabi Chamber hosts 'Multaqa Al Tujjar' forum https://bit.ly/4c3XXVB

·        UAE Cyber Security Council: 75% of cyber attacks start with phishing emails https://bit.ly/4ccTLmH

·        Federal Tax Authority obtains Corporate Ethical Procurement and Supply Certification https://bit.ly/3O73VwX

·        Mada Media awards out-of-home advertising bid to PHI Advertising https://bit.ly/4vhIg6c

·        Sharjah Economic Council strengthens communication with investors in vital sectors https://bit.ly/4sgOgte

·        2,709 new member companies joined Dubai Chamber of Commerce in March 2026 https://bit.ly/4sh4jXU

·        Al Hudayriyat Island: A model of integrated urban transformation in Abu Dhabi https://bit.ly/4mdis6T

·        UAE Aa2 Rating with stable outlook unchanged following Moody’s Ratings periodic review https://bit.ly/3PNq5Ff

·        UAE participates in Asia-Pacific Group consultative meeting with UN-Habitat in Nairobi https://bit.ly/4c3Y7MH

·        Abu Dhabi to host Global Entrepreneurship Festival 2026 https://bit.ly/4mdhQ13

·        Habib Al Mulla & Partners founder says Iran targeting UAE is a desperate attempt to ‘cover up internal failures’ https://bit.ly/47JFDQs

·        Dubai Dining: Why community restaurants are thriving https://bit.ly/4tmixre

·        How the UAE F&B scene is shifting in the face of geopolitical tensions https://bit.ly/3PUqyW2

·        Dubai awards contract for 3 truck rest areas as logistics sector hits 500,000 daily trips https://bit.ly/4dBxqSd

·        Abu Dhabi unites business and government leaders to accelerate growth and investment https://bit.ly/4m9PW69

·        Dubai to open 35 new parks in 2026 under urban master plan https://bit.ly/4e1RblR

·        Dubai Police warn residents of fake insurance companies offering low-cost scams online https://bit.ly/41hje9q

Saudi Arabia

·       Saudi Vision 2030 elevates eight cities in IMD Smart Index as Riyadh leads https://bit.ly/4c6uZEx

·       Saudi Arabia’s CMA approves new regulatory framework to diversify investment products in Parallel Market https://bit.ly/4vbROPR

·       Dubai’s newly announced economic measures set to boost resilience and growth across hospitality and business sectors https://bit.ly/4scA2tn

·       Saudi Global Ports begins operations at Jubail Container Terminal https://bit.ly/3O0wvjM

·       Marriott International to Launch W Riyadh KAFD Hotel in May 2026 https://bit.ly/4viiAq8

·       Saudi Arabia eases transit cargo rules, removes bank guarantee requirement https://bit.ly/4cqhwJc

·       Saudi non-oil business activity slumps in March as war hits supply chains, exports – PMI https://bit.ly/41NSJZl

·       Saudi MESC upsizes credit facilities with Alinma Bank to $66.7mln https://bit.ly/48swlbG

·       ACWA announces temporary output limits at two Saudi solar plants https://bit.ly/3PVHoUw

·       Saudi SME lending climbs 33% to $125bn as credit share expands https://bit.ly/4vc7IKb

·       Saudi Insurance Authority announces transition to risk-based capital framework https://bit.ly/4c3blta

·       Almarai Q1 profit holds at $195m as revenue climbs 7% https://bit.ly/4mgzz83

·       Startups secure fresh funding as regional momentum builds https://bit.ly/41OjnRQ

·       Saudi Arabia’s port push accelerates amid global trade disruptions https://bit.ly/4m9Q8lT

Qatar

·        Qatar launches new copyright services to make protecting ideas faster and easier https://bit.ly/48hynLL

·        Ooredoo reinforces continuous connectivity for businesses with Starlink satellite solution https://bit.ly/41L6qbA

·        Commercial Bank awarded with ‘Best In-class Straight Through Processing Rates’ by JP Morgan https://bit.ly/3O0BCR0

·        Invest Qatar hosts dialogue with international business community, reaffirms resilient business environment https://bit.ly/4c9Xj96

·        FIATA seminar via Qatar Chamber initiative examines global shipping risks https://bit.ly/4shiLPE

·        Doha Bank shareholders approve distribution of 15% cash dividends https://bit.ly/4skWq3E

Oman

·        Dubai reroutes cargo via Oman as shipping disruption hits GCC supply chains https://bit.ly/4tyIZ1a

·        Oman trade surplus narrows to $665m as imports rise https://bit.ly/4dvZfeG

·        Oman Customs thwart large tobacco smuggling attempt at Hadaf border https://bit.ly/4sfqSMs

Kuwait

·        Balancing duty and safety, workforce discipline powers Kuwait through crisis https://bit.ly/4tAPNeN

·        Security authorities detain 29 as Kuwait tightens grip on security breaches https://bit.ly/3OnQTLN

·        Lulu Hyper introduces “Shop Now, Pay Later” in partnership with Taly https://bit.ly/4tAoxNr

·        Al Muzaini Exchange opens new Mahboula Branch to expand customer services https://bit.ly/4tzWe1I

·        Jazeera Airways Adds Vijayawada and Lucknow to Growing Network in India https://bit.ly/3Q08fPf

Bahrain

·        Bank ABC bags ‘Best Trade Finance Provider’ honour https://bit.ly/4sZuiEo

·        Hacker attacks jump as regional tensions explode https://bit.ly/4vio980

·        Ebdaa Microfinance appoints new acting CEO https://bit.ly/4m8gpRy

Egypt

·       UAE-UK backed venture to invest $500m in Egypt gas field development https://bit.ly/4tsf6iK

·       Shell signals further investment in Egypt’s gas sector https://bit.ly/3Q5eMbo

·       Egypt raises electricity prices for higher-use households, businesses amid energy crisis https://bit.ly/47KYMBt

·       Egypt receives 510,000 tonnes of food imports in one week, Russia leads suppliers https://bit.ly/4mdwWUj

·       Egypt, Jordan step up cooperation to support SMEs, boost trade https://bit.ly/4m9Bxa8

·       Cairo adopts dynamic Nile water management to meet rising demand https://bit.ly/4mcS4dv

·       Military Production Ministry targets energy efficiency without disrupting output https://bit.ly/4c9XuRO

·       East Port Said receives largest-ever dry bulk vessel at Egyptian port https://bit.ly/4m9BCKY

·       Egypt steps up efforts to build business trust through tax reforms: Finance Minister https://bit.ly/4c6Wbmz

·       Egypt’s banking sector NFA falls to $27.4bn in February: CBE https://bit.ly/4c4cKj5

Middle East (Regional)

·        How GCC refineries are shifting from shutdown cycles to continuous maintenance https://bit.ly/4scgK7f

·        Saudi, Qatar and Abu Dhabi funds in talks to back $110bn Paramount-Warner deal with $24bn investment https://bit.ly/4tddPwF

·        Middle East non-oil growth slows as Iran conflict disrupts trade https://bit.ly/4e5UaK5