2026-05-25

UAE

·        GLOBSEC Forum 2026: UAE outlines its response to disruption of global trade routes, reaffirming its position as stable, resilient trade hub https://bit.ly/49ld9NP

·        'New Horizons' expands to 27 promising global markets boosting trust in Dubai https://bit.ly/4dHeOye

·        Fitch affirms UAE’s ‘AA-’ rating with stable outlook https://bit.ly/4x3j2JI

·        AED9.4 billion invested by ADFD in Jordan’s strategic projects since 1974 https://bit.ly/4dYqpdL

·        Abu Dhabi Fund for Development monitors progress of key development projects in Africa https://bit.ly/4tWYQqa

·        ENOC Group signs MoU with Allied Biofuels Holding for Sustainable Aviation Fuel supply cooperation https://bit.ly/4nJQwIB

·        UAE, Serbia discuss partnership on sustainable food security https://bit.ly/3Q1SAiK

·        Sharjah waives toll gate fees for Oman cargo trucks under logistics corridor initiative https://bit.ly/3RGdGni

·        Austria backs faster EU trade deals with UAE, global partners https://bit.ly/4wP3MzK

·        ADX achieves 99% compliance rate in Q1 2026 financial statements disclosure by publicly listed companies https://bit.ly/42SsnWY

·        Economy Middle East Summit 2026 recognizes pioneering organizations and individuals across high-growth sectors https://bit.ly/4v9aXRT

·        FAB’s national sustainability drive hits 76 percent of 2030 target with $103.8 billion deployed in UAE https://bit.ly/49lWMR0

·        EFG Hermes hosts DFM Investor Day to affirm the resilience of Dubai’s capital markets https://bit.ly/49jnoSL

·        UAE outlines vision for advancing low-emission hydrogen economy at World Hydrogen Summit https://bit.ly/4vbA46E

·        Dubai Customs measures reinforce trade flow, supply chain resilience amid global developments https://bit.ly/4dGE9Z9

·        Ajman Chamber maps out AI integration across services https://bit.ly/4dLYqNe

·        Rising cyberattacks drive demand for cyber insurance: Report https://bit.ly/3S00j1l

·        ADDED launches initiative in Al Ain to empower entrepreneurial families, households https://bit.ly/4upvEsI

·        Emirates Council for Balanced Development launches development works for Al Rams Waterfront, Al Rams Boulevard projects in Ras Al Khaimah https://bit.ly/3S00t8U

·        ADIB, DAMAC Properties launch home financing plan offering up to 85 percent of property value https://bit.ly/49i88W9

·        10 spas in Dubai for a much-needed reset this weekend https://bit.ly/3PB2Eze

·        9 library cafés in Dubai for peaceful reading and quiet reflection this weekend https://bit.ly/4tSEKwW

·        The Chedi Al Bait in Sharjah receives prestigious Green Key certification https://bit.ly/4uxbJbv

·        Rosewood Abu Dhabi and Abu Dhabi Hospitality Academy – Les Roches partner to cultivate future leaders in luxury hospitality https://bit.ly/4vsliZt

·        Rosa’s Thai opens its first Abu Dhabi restaurant at The Galleria, Al Maryah Island https://bit.ly/49SdFmt

·        New Mediterranean all-day dining restaurant coming to Business Bay https://bit.ly/4wMVqJ7

·        $76 million sale of luxury villa on Dubai’s waterfront is ‘landmark transaction’ – Exclusive https://bit.ly/4dvSMju

Saudi Arabia

·        Al-Ahsa wellness resort marks Ensana’s Middle East debut https://bit.ly/4uw2YOY

·        Saudi CMA refers 17 Cenomi Retail suspects to Public Prosecution over alleged market violations https://bit.ly/4vslHer

·        Resilient Saudi economy powers ahead on both oil and non-oil fronts https://bit.ly/4e3sMvK

·        Saudi Arabia retains Aa3 rating as Moody’s cites economic resilience https://bit.ly/4nPIZrN

·        Saudi POS transactions remain above $3.5bn as freight, apparel spending rise https://bit.ly/4dHz03k

Qatar

·        Qatar conglomerate hires Rothschild & Co for potential IPO https://bit.ly/4tSHiLy

·        Invest Qatar strengthens investment engagements, partnerships during China tour https://bit.ly/43rx4ah

·        India-Qatar trade on track for $15bn despite logistical hurdles, says envoy https://bit.ly/4tUg0Vm

·        Qatar's first REIT launched; seeks listing on QSE https://bit.ly/4urex9V

·        Public-private partnerships expand Qatar’s food security, say officials https://bit.ly/4e021sa

·        Structured referrals unlock deeper supply chain access for MSMEs, says expert https://bit.ly/4v7rCFd

Oman

·        Mawani adds Ocean Rise Express service at Jeddah Islamic Port https://bit.ly/4uuUac3

·        Oman’s development lending falls 9% to $556m in 2025 https://bit.ly/4wIg5hj

Kuwait

·        Dubai Customs explores trade, maritime cooperation with Kuwait https://bit.ly/4fzQj8U

·        Kuwait airport Terminal 1 to resume flights from June 1 https://bit.ly/4nJQYXj

·        DLSM Studio Designs NAC’s first Kuwait opening in Hessah District https://bit.ly/49nx8vg

·        Moody’s affirms Kuwait’s A1 rating with stable outlook https://bit.ly/4nSz6Ka

·        Kuwait Airways to operate 728 flights https://bit.ly/4dFLokb

·        Al Mulla Industries sets benchmarks in innovation across Kuwait, Iraq and GCC https://bit.ly/3RrMqcc

·        Summer employment program launched for Kuwaiti students https://bit.ly/4f13QGn

·        Jazeera Airways announces direct flights to London Luton Airport https://bit.ly/4drYym6

Bahrain

·        Bahrain Tourism & Exhibitions Authority offers tourism businesses the option to defer Q1 fees https://bit.ly/4tWZtA2

·        Bahrain-UK trade ‘could cross BD1bn after GCC-Britain FTA’ https://bit.ly/4uZau4s

·        Mumtalakat reports another record year https://bit.ly/4v8gND2

·        Agreement ‘a major economic milestone’ https://bit.ly/3PBAbt4

Egypt

·        EFG Holding Q1 revenue up 18%, net profit down https://bit.ly/4f5U4CW

·        AOI explores new cooperation, investment opportunities with French Chamber of Commerce https://bit.ly/4durWYY

·        Switzerland-Egypt trade reaches $2.3bn in 2025 as Swiss investment ranks top 10 https://bit.ly/4dM1XuY

·        Egypt to host special edition of Mining Forum in September https://bit.ly/3PlzeoH

·        Egypt, UNDP discuss expanding green industry cooperation as solar initiative targets 1,000 MW for factories https://bit.ly/42Psvq6

·        Planning minister reviews investment plan, development efforts with Menoufeya governor https://bit.ly/4a1NOIL

·        Al Shroouk Scan seeks $20m to expand diagnostics network in Egypt https://bit.ly/49nAhey

·        Madbouly, Elsewedy Electric discuss expansion plans, new investments https://bit.ly/49MZ63C

·        Egypt signs landmark deal for first airborne mineral survey in 42 years: Petroleum ministry https://bit.ly/49PoCVS

·        Wealth Plus Developments unveils VERS Commercial Arena in New Cairo with EGP 4bn investment https://bit.ly/49mvIBb

Middle East (Regional)

·        S. Korea's Middle East crude imports down 37% in April https://bit.ly/43wz0hC