2026-06-19

UAE

·        Sheikh Mohammed: UAE ranks first globally in economic performance, bureaucracy and adaptability of government policy https://bit.ly/4a7PZuB

·        Emirates NBD completes acquisition of 60 percent stake in RBL Bank for $2.75 billion https://bit.ly/4euJL9s

·        How ADNOC built a $150 billion financial model redefining global energy finance

https://bit.ly/4xKL2SL

·        WCT secures RM529mil mixed-use project in Abu Dhabi https://bit.ly/4evDVop

·        UAE Pavilion highlights defence innovations as Eurosatory 2026 nears final day https://bit.ly/4eCdNrT

·        Dubai Silicon Oasis, noon Minutes form strategic partnership to accelerate tech innovation, startup growth https://bit.ly/4uN9zUt

·        AD Ports Group launches Noatum Ports – Maqta Ayla Digital Solutions in Jordan https://bit.ly/4abCkmi

·        AD Ports Group enhances Al Faya Dry Port’s integration with global trade, logistics ecosystem https://bit.ly/4aZHFgK

·        Dubai Centre for Family Businesses launches first 2026 cycle of Next-Gen Family Businesses Training Programme https://bit.ly/3SvTbdp

·        Insurance Protection Extension System safeguards national talent, solidifies Gulf citizenship https://bit.ly/44hQLSf

·        Emirates Nuclear Energy Company celebrates graduation of 1st cohort of Diploma in Nuclear Technology programme https://bit.ly/3Qqpkmc

·        UAE maintains second place in 2026 Commodity Trade Index as South-South trade grows to 35%, DMCC Future of Trade Report finds https://bit.ly/4oDYqE2

·        FANR Director-General visits Barakah Nuclear Power Plant, highlights continuous regulatory oversight https://bit.ly/4v4DVSF

·        Al Khayyat Investments commits $100 million to transform animal health across the Middle East https://bit.ly/4oCcnlP

·        UAE sets minimum age for social media use at 15 years in new resolution https://bit.ly/4vjtBXw

·        Sharjah approves 3,000 government jobs for citizens under 2026 employment plan https://bit.ly/3S9fKEO

·        UAE launches Zayed AI spokesperson to drive smarter government communication https://bit.ly/43JGXAw

·        UAE handroll bar Yubi to expand to three new international locations https://bit.ly/4vn5cAA

·        flydubai launches first UAE flights to Benghazi as Libya returns to regional aviation map https://bit.ly/44icfOS

·        UAE company makes $100m bet on animal health as Middle East market nears $7bn https://bit.ly/43FR9tL

·        Dubai opens 5 new areas for driver training businesses as RTA seeks investors https://bit.ly/4a8HOOC

·        From Ras Al Khaimah to the world: How RAK Ceramics became a global design powerhouse https://bit.ly/4vn5S96

·        UAE launches next-generation finance strategy to boost efficiency

https://bit.ly/4xC44KX

·        Dubai exchange to launch same-day gold contract, targeting safe-haven flows https://bit.ly/4vkbzo9

·        Abu Dhabi’s FAB mandates 3-year Euro green benchmark; IPTs out https://bit.ly/44i1b4j

Saudi Arabia

·        Saudi Arabia ranks 13th globally in 2026 IMD Competitiveness Index, climbs four places to become 3rd among G20 economies https://bit.ly/4vTmk0A

·        Gordon Ramsay Academy debuts in Riyadh https://bit.ly/4vRWSsi

·        Saudi Jabal Omar signs $533mln Murabaha deal with Saudi National Bank https://bit.ly/4gAgOLM

·        Saudi SMC Healthcare subsidiary lands $1bln government contract https://bit.ly/4fUyGB1

·        Saudi tourism spending hits record $80bn in 2025: ministry report https://bit.ly/4aaZAAZ

·        PIF-backed Humain, stc extend MoU for Saudi AI data center venture https://bit.ly/4vw0S1K

·        Saudi women lead the charge at the intersection of AI and cybersecurity https://bit.ly/4xELVMk

·        Kingdom prepared well for Iran crisis, asserts Saudi transport minister https://bit.ly/4vkKq4z

·        Saudi oil pipeline long-term plan provided global energy lifeline during Iran war: PIF governor https://bit.ly/3SiCSka

Qatar

·        Qatar leads MENA in 2026 Global Peace Index with stronger safety scores https://bit.ly/43LGxJJ

·        Qatar Airways restores 85% of network and reshapes leadership https://bit.ly/44iKiGN

·        Deliveroo Kuwait launches free nationwide delivery https://bit.ly/4ozFOoq

·        IBPC conference focuses on Qatar’s long-term energy, industry ecosystem https://bit.ly/3QR9Ur9

·        Cyber resilience essential to Qatar’s digital growth drive, says expert https://bit.ly/4uPxu5r

Oman

·        Oman, Germany discuss regional and international developments https://bit.ly/4aYKE9b

·        Oman climbs to 25th place in Global Competitiveness Rankings https://bit.ly/43JJ7QE

Kuwait

·       Kuwait plans to boost oil output to 2 mln bpd in week https://bit.ly/4ei2zKe

·       KNPC overtakes Aramco in regional refining capacity rankings https://bit.ly/43OOC0i

·       Kuwait dissolves three dormant and violating charities in regulatory crackdown https://bit.ly/4xC4YHl

Bahrain

·        Bahrain’s $92.8 million Treasury Bills issuance oversubscribed by 187 percent https://bit.ly/4uGVF6l

·        Chamber extends deadline for sectoral panels registration https://bit.ly/4eS1CbH

·        BHB marks Capital Market Day at LSEG https://bit.ly/4eRHBlB

Egypt

·        JAZ Hotel Group introduces JAZ Elite, a new expression of luxury through experience and place https://bit.ly/3Sw2YAb

·        TechnoPrint 2026 showcases latest printing and packaging technologies https://bit.ly/4uRctHL

·        Egypt, Sweden enhance co-operation in intellectual property protection https://bit.ly/4xSYpQS

·        Egypt unveils draft 2nd State Ownership Policy document, sets Sept. deadline for final version https://bit.ly/4vmZPBr

·        North Coast fuels Egypt's summer economy as tourism, real estate boom gathers pace https://bit.ly/3QrDqnk

·        EU to disburse €1.5 bln to Egypt in June under strategic partnership: Von der Leyen https://bit.ly/4ePJqzu

·        On the Sidelines of Africa Health ExCon: Egyptian Drug Authority, GSK Sign MoU to Enhance Training, Capacity Building, and AI Integration in the Pharmaceutical Sector https://bit.ly/4vWiPXo

Middle East (Regional)

·       Syria signs gas development deal with ConocoPhillips and Novaterra https://bit.ly/4vh4Xa3

·        LNG shipping through Strait of Hormuz poised for gradual restart https://bit.ly/4xCwmVp

·       Middle East’s best companies to work for in 2026 revealed: Full rankings across real estate, tech, hospitality, healthcare and more https://bit.ly/4fVnK61

·       Jordan set to receive $188m IMF financing amid regional turmoil https://bit.ly/4a61XF5