UAE
· UAE President to visit Germany on September 9 as economic ties deepen, bilateral trade tops $15.7 billion https://bit.ly/4ymLgyJ
· Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid launches ‘The Letters,’ second part of ‘Lessons from Life,’ with 26 messages from six decades of public service https://bit.ly/4cyuog8
· Sheikh Hamdan marks 20 years leading Dubai Executive Council as economy doubles to $255bn https://bit.ly/4xEhKoh
· UAE outlines VAT rules for crypto payments https://bit.ly/4A2jVnb
· Dubai Airports announces huge upgrade so passengers can enter and exit in under 15 seconds https://bit.ly/4gDWrx8
· Mirae Asset establishes DIFC presence to accelerate growth across the Middle East https://bit.ly/3SXvVFV
· Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy offers free Canva AI-powered design tools to SMEs https://bit.ly/4cwxYY2
· Dubai completes $30.2bln in real estate projects in first half of 2026
· XRG builds global energy portfolio around long-term demand growth https://bit.ly/4yobDnU
· UAE oil output could reach 5mbpd by 2029, S&P says https://bit.ly/4yngG82
· UAE records AED1.9 trillion in non-oil foreign trade during H1 2026, says Minister of Foreign Trade at AIM Summit https://bit.ly/4ih8otV
· Dubai’s maritime sector broadens global appeal with 116 nationalities exploring extensive array of services, activities https://bit.ly/3UE4wte
· DMCC launches tokenised world-record 1,971kg silver bar under VARA framework https://bit.ly/4idjO1L
· WETEX 2026 to showcase integrated solutions for sustainable mobility https://bit.ly/4x7YgY1
· Abu Dhabi launches region’s first blockchain-authenticated Digital Skills Card https://bit.ly/4xwYnwJ
· Aldar unveils Sei Saadiyat, bringing timeless design to Saadiyat cultural district https://bit.ly/46JKIal
· UAE pension laws build more secure future for Emirati women, says GPSSA https://bit.ly/4A1ZAOS
· UAE backs 20 MW Comoros solar expansion to power 17,500 homes and cut diesel dependence https://bit.ly/4icd4kF
· UAE Pavilion opens tomorrow at El Alamein Airshow 2026 https://bit.ly/4x9U75K
· Ajman records AED1.53 bn real estate deals in August https://bit.ly/46dG8B1
· Dubai Land Department advances investor confidence, innovation, Emirati empowerment at IPS 2026 https://bit.ly/4Ajqjqv
· Ajman showcases its promising investment opportunities at AIM Investment Summit 2026 https://bit.ly/4hfKy0t
· SCCI invites GCC private sector participation in Sharjah Gulf Localisation Award https://bit.ly/4zXvhJf
· Sharjah attracts 142 investment projects worth AED7.74 billion in 2025 https://bit.ly/4gT3fG6
· 58th Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show opens in Sharjah on 30 September https://bit.ly/4A2d7Ww
· RAKEZ showcases Ras Al Khaimah’s investment proposition at AIM Congress 2026 https://bit.ly/4xdoUyG
· UAE represents leading investment model: Union of Arab Chambers Secretary-General https://bit.ly/4r98mXh
· du, Cyber Security Council explore enhancing digital resilience, cybersecurity https://bit.ly/4gT3vVA
· SAFEEN Drydocks expands ship repair capacity with UAE’s largest floating dock https://bit.ly/4gUDMfl
· Etihad Airways, Khalifa University concluded internship programme to develop specialised aviation workforce https://bit.ly/4x68EiV
· Sunstone Development establishes anode production facility in UAE https://bit.ly/4xboZmq
· Dubai Metro station changes name as ONPASSIVE becomes Garmin under 10-year deal https://bit.ly/4yvC9fn
· Singapore oil summit: Traders focus on UAE’s OPEC exit and new pricing model https://bit.ly/3SCculY
· Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi announces three new Harry Potter lands https://bit.ly/4gT481o
· 15 eclectic evening bags under Dhs1,000 to add to any look https://bit.ly/4gR76Ds
· 12 homegrown GCC beauty platforms to order from in Dubai https://bit.ly/4ykCxgw
· 30 restaurants to visit for a Saturday brunch in Dubai https://bit.ly/3TmWYdT
· Abu Dhabi hotel rules: 10 mandatory standards on staff clothing, Emirati food and guest welcomes https://bit.ly/4czJiCO
· Dubai’s $49bn Creek Harbour reveals air-conditioned designer parking for drive-through mall https://bit.ly/4r0ejWw
Saudi Arabia
· PIF launches company to develop Al-Khafji into coastal tourism hub https://bit.ly/4gYBCeM
· From launch to IPO: how Saudi AI firm Humain grew in 16 months https://bit.ly/4yhPTKy
· Saudi Arabia’s construction activity expands for 4th straight month in August https://bit.ly/46b4MlS
· Saudi Red Sea destination begins operations with giant off-grid renewable energy system https://bit.ly/4xhQwmz
Saudi Arabia cont’d…
· Etihad launches new Saudi Arabia flights from Abu Dhabi as Red Sea route starts October 4 https://bit.ly/3TecPLP
· Flynas buys 10% of Swissport Saudi Arabia as 5-year airport services deal agreed https://bit.ly/4cySszz
· Qatar-listed Mannai brings World Cup tech expertise to long-term Saudi expansion https://bit.ly/4xwYPep
· SABIC advances 1.8mtpa methanol plant after feedstock approval https://bit.ly/4xEioCd
· Nammos makes resort debut on Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast https://bit.ly/4xKXBx1
· Hyatt to launch branded residences in Riyadh https://bit.ly/4gIH7ze
· Equinox makes international hotel debut at AMAALA https://bit.ly/4iRPWrS
· Adeera opens first Saudi-managed hotel in KAFD https://bit.ly/4gVTV44
Qatar
· Qatar's foreign exchange reserves rise 0.75% in August: QCB https://bit.ly/4rj5WWl
· Qatar Central Bank joins AFAQ payments system to boost GCC financial integration https://bit.ly/4iLjFTm
· Qatar sweetened drink rules change from November 1 with new electronic testing system https://bit.ly/4qVURKk
· Qatar-Uzbekistan trade jumps over 30% in 2025, says envoy https://bit.ly/4yjbfqO
· Qatar Chamber, Manateq plan robust industrial sector support https://bit.ly/4x9WhCo
· MEEZA signs QR1bn data centre deal with global hyperscaler https://bit.ly/3V16tjk
· DAAM signs funding agreement with Al Noor Center to support specialized equipment, vision clinic https://bit.ly/4xHXYIt
Oman
· Oman’s trade surplus surges 51 percent to $12.23 billion in June 2026 https://bit.ly/4xK14Mg
· Oman, China eye new economic zone investments as industrial ties deepen https://bit.ly/3UwDR1p
· Hamad Port handles 90,000 metric tons of grain as Qatar strengthens food security, expands supply-chain capacity https://bit.ly/4gF87Qd
· Oman sets EV charging fees from October 1 https://bit.ly/4yqaVXw
· Finance, Insurance Forum discusses innovation, digital transformation, sustainability https://bit.ly/4dnj0nu
Kuwait
· Kuwait’s IFA divests over 30mln shares in First Takaful for $27.6mln https://bit.ly/3UE5Dco
· Gulf Bank distributes 400 school bags to children from underprivileged families https://bit.ly/3UDkjZb
· CBK assets reach 8.6 bln dinars at end-August; foreign currency reserves at 8.41 bln dinars https://bit.ly/4xDDikN
Bahrain
· Bahrain International Airport secures four ACI recognitions https://bit.ly/4xOmWWS
· Bahrain and Cyprus explore stronger maritime ties https://bit.ly/4cud5wH
· Alba achieves 50m safe working hours without LTI https://bit.ly/3UF6cm8
· AI-powered licensing system rolled out https://bit.ly/3UJCgoS
Egypt
· Egypt’s international reserves hit record $57.2 bn in August https://bit.ly/4gOqqBi
· G5 Holding to showcase capabilities at El Alamein International Airshow in Egypt https://bit.ly/46d3K8U
· Egypt opens nine SCZONE factories worth $84.5 million as industrial localization accelerates https://bit.ly/4hdYBDH
· Egypt targets longer-term debt as it expands sukuk, sustainable financing https://bit.ly/4gUFo8O
· Avanz Capital Egypt plans $60mln investment firm https://bit.ly/4x69LPD
· Arady Shares moves towards implementation as Arady Misr appoints Dreny & Partners https://bit.ly/3SSsGPR
· Egypt launches first home appliances pavilion at IFA Berlin 2026 https://bit.ly/4A00NGt
· Suez Canal irrigation system avoids water shortages during peak season: Minister https://bit.ly/4r0flBS
· Egypt records 490k real estate tax filings covering more than 830k properties https://bit.ly/4iPHsBw
· Egyptian exports rise 37.4% to $5bn in June 2026 https://bit.ly/3UBu760
· CIB completes EGP 1.383bn securitisation issuance for Egypt’s MSMEDA https://bit.ly/4gFtfWz
· FRA approves four companies to conduct non-banking activities using fintech https://bit.ly/4gHkF9O
· Egypt discusses stronger cooperation with Americana Foods https://bit.ly/4imTVN7
· Egypt to continue offering stakes in state-owned firms to boost private sector, PM says https://bit.ly/4x8l7Th
Middle East (Regional)
· GCC integration drives investment, strengthens global economic standing: GCC Secretary-General https://bit.ly/4icTvsv
· Middle East air connectivity grows 21 percent in 2025, DXB leads https://bit.ly/4r0e8uk
· What Lebanon must do to win back Gulf investment https://bit.ly/4A20aMy
· Caterer Middle East Awards 2026: Last chance to nominate for early bird ticket rates https://bit.ly/4r2c0lM
· India holds consultations on ties, partnerships with Middle Eastern countries https://bit.ly/4ynh7iG
