2026-07-09

UAE

·        Ranked 9th globally as a destination for inbound FDI with total stock of AED 1.171 trillion, UAE attracts AED 177.3 billion in FDI inflows in 2025 https://bit.ly/44mhKwd

·        UAE tops Arab region in FDI inflows in 2025 with $48.2 billion https://bit.ly/4wwXML6

·        Abu Dhabi ruling family makes major $1.13 billion investment https://bit.ly/4vZl5h0

·        UAE steadily advancing towards targets of National Investment Strategy 2031, cementing its global investment position: Minister of Investment https://bit.ly/4b2ZxHV

·        The global wealthy keep choosing Dubai and the reasons go beyond luxury https://bit.ly/4w3OJ4z

·        Dubai reveals the industries driving its $63.2bn economy https://bit.ly/4f6Gf5o

·        Japanese property developer cements presence in UAE as it prepares for major expansion https://bit.ly/4y8FbXq

·        Dubai's GDP reaches AED232 billion in Q1 2026, recording 2.4% growth https://bit.ly/4yrysIq

·        Dubai Supreme Council of Energy’s 95th meeting reviews progress in achieving emirate’s sustainable development goals https://bit.ly/4h3ErwB

·        Dubai property boom shows no sign of slowing as sector hits $7.1bn in Q1 https://bit.ly/4wvfn69

·        Ministry of Finance, IMF review UAE's fiscal outlook, public finance priorities https://bit.ly/4wwjG15

·        Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub announces expansion of UUDS AERO operations https://bit.ly/3T6vlFq

·        Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy showcases Dubai’s Digital Economy capabilities at GITEX AI Europe 2026 https://bit.ly/4aKevCj

·        DMCC’s Dubai Diamond Exchange And London Diamond Bourse Sign Memorandum Of Understanding To Strengthen Global Diamond Trade https://bit.ly/4aIE8DC

·        AI-powered SparX Innovation Hub opens at Expo City Dubai https://bit.ly/4f5gVgd

·        UAE secures first-ever representation in International Science Council through ATRC https://bit.ly/4ydwCuv

·        Presight, Kazakhstan Ministry of Transport sign Term Sheet to advance national transport intelligence https://bit.ly/4f4djLv

·        Dubai Chambers launches ‘Business in Dubai’ platform to enhance competitiveness of business environment https://bit.ly/3R0wrlA

·        Dubai Internet City, Luxinnovation join forces to foster innovation, knowledge sharing https://bit.ly/4w4QzSA

·        Cambodia, UAE advance economic partnership and push forward key bilateral agreements https://bit.ly/4eS5oSF

·        Kingdom, UAE review tourism ties for mutual visa exemption https://bit.ly/4vLGZnE

·        Ajman Bank successfully prices inaugural USD 300 million additional Tier 1 Perpetual Sukuk https://bit.ly/44kHLMk

·        G42, UAE Team Emirates-XRG, MET unveil new Tour de France helmet https://bit.ly/3RqBDzd

·        KEZAD Group to host Touchdown Middle East 2026 in Abu Dhabi for first time https://bit.ly/4pc9atz

·        Etihad signs 10-year Fujairah gasoline offtake deal https://bit.ly/3SPMFi4

·        ADNOC secures 24m-barrel Korea crude and storage deal https://bit.ly/4f7W4Jh

·        Speakeasy-inspired executive lounge Bondz opens in Dubai’s Financial District https://bit.ly/4voPdkC

·        Solutions Group partners with Miral to launch Oro Verde in Abu Dhabi https://bit.ly/4gKk47N

·        Gymkhana announces Dubai opening this September https://bit.ly/4vZkRXc

·        UAE approves new culture law with $2.7m fines and 10-year jail terms https://bit.ly/4fqPIG4

·        Dubai Metro Blue Line tunnel machine digs more than twice as fast as the original https://bit.ly/44kV0wx

·        Dubai Taxi Company completes $395m National Taxi acquisition to become UAE’s largest taxi operator https://bit.ly/4wxWNdx

·        Ras Al Khaimah to add 25,600 new homes by 2030 as property boom accelerates https://bit.ly/4aJIBWJ

·        How the Burj Khalifa was built https://bit.ly/44jXSKc

·        Botim is narrowing its focus on low-income workers and financial inclusion https://bit.ly/4pcasEV

Saudi Arabia

·        Fluor secures long-term Aramco capital projects agreement https://bit.ly/4paGtgx

·        Shaza Hotels expands Saudi Arabia portfolio with signing of Shaza Riyadh Stables Resort https://bit.ly/4gtRbfM

·        Saudi businesses reveal what’s driving growth in 2026 https://bit.ly/4vpjujt

·        Saudi Arabia opens Madinah property market to eligible foreign buyers under new ownership rules https://bit.ly/44fQT4W

·        Rotana launches first Saudi branded residences project in Makkah https://bit.ly/4vZs1uy

·        Deutsche Bank to set up regional HQ in Saudi as part of a Middle East expansion drive https://bit.ly/4p73Pn6

·        IMF raises Saudi Arabia’s 2027 growth forecast to 5.5% on resilience outlook https://bit.ly/3Rt0zpM

·        BMG forum backs Saudi investment push as regional tensions weigh on markets https://bit.ly/4beaUfY

·        Saudi Arabia tops GCC projects market in Q2: Kamco Invest https://bit.ly/44l1Thn

·        Saudi healthcare fintech Seha Invest signs $500m partnership with Y-Innovations at BMG Forum https://bit.ly/4vYNaVy

·        Indian fintech TotalPay secures SAMA approval to expand into Saudi Arabia https://bit.ly/4wCUZjQ

·        Saudi reserve assets rise 8% to $495bn as foreign holdings increase https://bit.ly/4ydc9pG

·        Saudi Tomoh program supports over 3k fast-growing firms, helps 40 list on Nomu https://bit.ly/4vVXI7W

Qatar

·        Qatar’s foreign exchange reserves rise 1.24 percent to $71.74 billion in June 2026 https://bit.ly/4bjbAkf

·        Dukhan Bank reports QR812.8mn net profit in H1https://bit.ly/4vijMbC

·        Qatar Chamber showcases its sustainability initiatives at SDG Ambassadors Forum https://bit.ly/4vnUt8i

·        Qatar Economic Forum to convene exclusive leadership gathering alongside UNGA 2026 in New York https://bit.ly/44Yuppb

·        Tanker attack: Qatar summons Iran envoy https://bit.ly/4viJvkk

·        Driverless robotaxis move a step closer to Doha's roads https://bit.ly/44k6eBy

Kuwait

·        Kuwait’s fiscal overview shows $53.22 billion in total revenues amid economic reforms https://bit.ly/4vXfvM2

·        Kuwait Investment Company’s German subsidiary secures €23mln loan https://bit.ly/4guthRu

·        Zain Perks welcomes 4Sale to its growing network of partners https://bit.ly/4aIN2kw

·        Kuwait ranked 5th in Arab world and 51st globally in 2025 Investment Climate Guarantee Index https://bit.ly/4pg65sy

·        Brookfield Explores Investment Opportunities in Kuwait’s Infrastructure Sector https://bit.ly/4f0TB36

Oman

·        Oman reviews labour permit rules after businesses raise concerns over SME costs and Omanisation https://bit.ly/4vp8zG9

·        Oman's OMIFCO shares surge on debut amid Gulf market declines https://bit.ly/4eRvtBh

·        Oman, Jordan agree to establish $100m joint investment company https://bit.ly/4phf2BW

·        Oman and Saudi Arabia discuss means of strengthening cooperation https://bit.ly/4w50WWw

·        Oman calls for transparent intellectual property system https://bit.ly/3QWZqqp

Bahrain

·        How Maryam Mary Maher is building the blueprint for women in Gulf esports https://bit.ly/4vS7HLg

·        Global acclaim for Bahrain’s commitment to entrepreneurs https://bit.ly/4ferHB0

·        BHB board reviews key initiatives https://bit.ly/3Rqzrru

Egypt

·        83 percent of Egyptian SMEs turn to digital payments and tools to drive growth https://bit.ly/4gyM12h

·        Egypt’s foreign reserves hit historic $55.07 billion as remittances boost dollar inflows https://bit.ly/4yujDVB

·        CBE to decide fate of EGP interest rates tomorrow https://bit.ly/4wDPIbL

·        Egypt settles oil partners’ arrears, paving way for renewed crude output growth https://bit.ly/4ydIQmL

·        Industry minister reviews ABB Egypt’s expansion plans, backs growth in electrical manufacturing https://bit.ly/4ybwoUx

·        MSMEDA, Banque Misr sign EGP 500m financing deal to support micro enterprise expansion https://bit.ly/4ycG4hI

·        Egypt moves to revamp export support system to boost industrial competitiveness https://bit.ly/4pfodmf

·        Egypt, Samsung explore partnership to advance medical training, digital healthcare https://bit.ly/4p8LyG6

·        Egypt, Samsung explore partnership to advance medical training, digital healthcare https://bit.ly/4p8LyG6

·        New irrigation museum to highlight Egypt’s water management legacy https://bit.ly/3QWZZAx

·        KONE and Arab International Optronics sign agreement to develop sustainable urban infrastructure in Egypt https://bit.ly/4pebssf

·        PM Madbouly reviews progress of Ras El Hekma megaproject with Modon Holding https://bit.ly/4wuSQ9y

Middle East (Regional)

·        Integrating Ambition: DXC Technology’s Hesham Fayed on bringing airport ecosystems together https://bit.ly/3TqDQv2

·        Geopolitical uncertainty, Middle East war likely to slow growth of GCC banks: S&P https://bit.ly/4w3WR55