2026-10-02

UAE

·        UAE and India work to expand strategic petroleum reserves and study subsea gas pipeline https://bit.ly/3Tl7YZs  

·        XRG backs Argentina’s ambition to become a global LNG leader https://bit.ly/4rQJX9q

·        DP World signs MOUs for proposed port and economic zone in Ogun State, Nigeria https://bit.ly/3TEFXMu

·        Dubai Chambers signs MoU with Italy’s Assolombarda to expand trade and investment cooperation https://bit.ly/4xUTA8o

·        UAE Chambers Federation discusses enhancing cooperation with Mongolian private sector https://bit.ly/4z7gvy9

·        S&P Global Ratings and DIFC’s 16th Annual Islamic Finance Conference to explore the outlook for Islamic finance in 2026–2027 https://bit.ly/47teHDR

·        Dubai Design District signs strategic partnership with Canadian University Dubai to further champion, nurture and enable region’s design talent https://bit.ly/4jFMWz8

·        DMT partners with Siemens to advance Abu Dhabi’s digital urban infrastructure and transit networks https://bit.ly/4jA0oVl

·        Dubai private school population tops 406,000 as 26 new education institutions open https://bit.ly/4rHmdo1

·        Mall of the Emirates $1.36bn transformation: Major new dining and entertainment district revealed https://bit.ly/4j07imE

·        Abu Dhabi $776m road megaproject to cut 25-minute journeys to 10 minutes https://bit.ly/4hEHt9t

·        Eurazeo opens first Middle East office in Abu Dhabi https://bit.ly/4hxlktu

·        UAE investor GII acquires majority stake in UK’s London House Exchange https://bit.ly/4hEMpLx

·        Strategic partnership between Etihad Rail, Q Mobility and Parkin to develop, operate smart vehicle parking solutions at passenger stations https://bit.ly/4hBNl3b

·        Eurazeo opens office in Abu Dhabi, reinforcing its commitment to Middle East https://bit.ly/3W2bZCJ

·        'RAK Chamber', 'Ann Arbor SPARK' strengthen economic cooperation https://bit.ly/4rHVE1X

·        RAKEZ, Rakbank launch first 60-minute business account opening https://bit.ly/4hrIkLS

·        Emirates and Dubai Chambers sign MoU to support Dubai SMEs on the global stage https://bit.ly/3TG6NDM

·        Emirates takes off to Helsinki https://bit.ly/47zUaNS

·        A decade of delivering health and wellbeing: Emirates #SkyCargo surpasses one million pharma shipments through Dubai https://bit.ly/3W1vhbo

·        Dubai Gold Designers Business Group unveils strategy to expand global market access for Dubai-based jewellery designers https://bit.ly/4yxEGpQ

·        BlackRock: UAE solidifies appeal for global investment https://bit.ly/4hyZV4B

·        CMA and MEIRA launch programme to strengthen Emirati investor relations capabilities https://bit.ly/4yu4ZgD

·        DFSA fines Vault Wealth Limited $109,200 for carrying on unauthorised financial services in Dubai https://bit.ly/4hUnnJv

·        CMA plans to introduce regulatory initiatives https://bit.ly/3U3Edwr

·        GOTECH 2026 concludes in Dubai, attracting 2,600 participants from 70 countries https://bit.ly/4z1fwPW

·        20+ partners connect government, business and media with investors at SIF 2026 https://bit.ly/4yvmop8

·        FANR wins two Middle East Awards for Best Government Legal Team and Government Lawyer

·        WGES 2026 to explore role of governance in accelerating green transition https://bit.ly/4ebZf2H

·        UAE reaffirms commitment to sustainable development at 11th AIIB Annual Meeting https://bit.ly/4zahz4y

·        LIVEX 2026 concludes with over $40.84 billion in deals and initiatives to advance Abu Dhabi’s liveability ambitions https://bit.ly/4df7Sct

·        Federal Tax Authority participates in BRICS Tax Experts and Tax Heads Meeting 2026 in New Delhi https://bit.ly/4yvmHQO

·        Mubadala and TARAF partner with Kerzner International to introduce One&Only private residences on Al Maryah Island https://bit.ly/4AGsrZv

·        TARAF, Mubadala to explore major mixed-use waterfront development on Al Reem Island https://bit.ly/4j0Rtfw

·        Modon launches phase one of Wadeem Gardens on Hudayriyat Island https://bit.ly/4y1E3Um

·        Phase one of Abu Dhabi’s $776 million Mid-Island Parkway megaproject set for completion in 2027 https://bit.ly/4xWVi9g

·        Etihad Rail launches: What Abu Dhabi-Dubai trains could mean for property prices and rents https://bit.ly/4rJ9voR

·        Dubai office sales hit $5.5bn as off-plan deals dominate booming market https://bit.ly/3TifLqZ

·        Dubai real estate sales surpass $103.47 billion in second-highest nine-month level on record https://bit.ly/4AR0lLd

·        Abu Dhabi reveals family-friendly city framework with 5 goals, 15 strategies and 63 actions https://bit.ly/4iVXdqM

·        SAAS Properties launches 165-home Ritz-Carlton Residences on Al Maryah Island, handover set for Q2 2030 https://bit.ly/47uFnUG

·        Abu Dhabi launches villas with up to 75% off-plan finance and 2-hour pre-approval https://bit.ly/4yrClN1

·        All Aboard: Your fashion guide to Etihad Rail https://bit.ly/4jA5DnZ

·        McGettigan’s opens new beachfront venue at Bla Bla JBR https://bit.ly/4iUzEP7 

Saudi Arabia

·        Saudi Arabia forecasts $317 billion in 2027 revenue as non-oil income strengthens https://bit.ly/3VLhA09

·        8 things SAMA’s latest report reveals about a changing Saudi Arabia https://bit.ly/3Twe3Co

·        Saudi Arabia to locally produce high-speed engines under Rolls-Royce deal https://bit.ly/4hHRtyB

·        PIF’s Humain, EY to develop Saudi Arabia’s first AI-native outsourcing service https://bit.ly/4yu0WRp

·        Riyadh Air adds London Heathrow flights as Saudi airline targets 30 destinations https://bit.ly/4rEWk8c

·        Saudi cable maker MESC renews $40mln credit facility with Al Rajhi Bank https://bit.ly/3Vp8oP5

·        Saudi Arabia has begun work on Duqm pipeline to bypass Hormuz, TotalEnergies CEO says https://bit.ly/4yl8CFo

·        HKS reveals maritime-inspired design behind AMAALA Yacht Club https://bit.ly/4dQdWs5

·        How Riyadh diners are influencing House of Grill https://bit.ly/4hI5oEX

·        Em Sherif Deli expands beyond Dubai with Al Ain opening https://bit.ly/4y288Dh

Qatar

·        Al-Kuwari urges greater integration, diversification of GCC economies https://bit.ly/47vvC8L

·        Mwani Qatar receives 160 vessels in September, Up 20% https://bit.ly/4ALe45W

·        Manish Malhotra eyes deeper Qatar ties, plans to bring more Indian craftsmanship https://bit.ly/4dAIRc3

Oman

·        Mwani Qatar receives 160 vessels in September, up 20 percent https://bit.ly/4AK9Ag6

·        LuLu expands presence in Oman with new hypermarket in Al Hail https://bit.ly/4hxmWU8

·        Oman participates in GCC meeting of financial, economic cooperation committee https://bit.ly/4dMmz70.

Kuwait

·        Kuwait economy shows resilience despite continuous shipping crisis https://bit.ly/4xSsui5

·        Kuwait Dairy Company wins Amir’s Award for Industrial Excellence 2025 https://bit.ly/4xUCY0g

·        France-Kuwait Alumni Gala highlights scientific talent, innovation and entrepreneurship https://bit.ly/4j0Ymxo

·        Armenia sees Kuwait as key partner in South Caucasus peace and expanding economic ties https://bit.ly/47A1EAs   

Bahrain

·        UAE participates in 126th GCC Financial and Economic Cooperation Committee meeting in Bahrain https://bit.ly/4ALnSwV

·        Al Salam Bank funds housing units at Danat Sanad https://bit.ly/4jyte8u

·        ASB Capital named joint lead for $750m ANB sukuk https://bit.ly/3U3MEYD

·        KFH-Bahrain sponsors social housing summit https://bit.ly/4hBkPyK

·        Al Salam Bank bags milestone AI certification https://bit.ly/4hD6Ic7

·        Top leaders to attend Fintech Forward 2026 https://bit.ly/4dgSufG

·        Fashion and edtech platforms scoop awards https://bit.ly/4xSsJcZ

·        Gateway Gulf to draw global leaders to Bahrain https://bit.ly/4yDooeM

Egypt

·        Egypt's MNT-Halan plans 20% stake sale in IPO https://bit.ly/4rFnkEE

·        Head In The Clouds: Aidha Badr on exploring grief, loss and transformation through art https://bit.ly/4z7xsZc

·        Egyptian and Abu Dhabi exchanges sign deal to increase integration https://bit.ly/4y8dfSw

·        Egypt IMPA signs EGP 102.75 bln debt settlement agreement with National Investment Bank https://bit.ly/4rG9VMN

·        Can New Alamein become the gateway to Africa next growth story? https://bit.ly/4iVtAG7

·        Can Africa turn trade growth into industrial power? https://bit.ly/3W2ksWx

·        PM reviews key themes for Egypt Forum 2026 sessions https://bit.ly/4yqBFau

·        Egypt’s banking sector NFAs hit six-year high at $31.2b https://bit.ly/3W20nzG

·        Big 5 Global returns for its 47th edition, bringing global construction expertise to Egypt’s growing project pipeline https://bit.ly/4e93pbw

Middle East (Regional)

·        SIA, Scoot extend Middle East flight cancellations to December https://bit.ly/3TA1g1x

·        Global Islamic finance assets to reach $10.5 trillion by 2030 https://bit.ly/4xV4tHa

·        JPMorgan says Middle East crude exports back to 98% of pre-war levels as product flows lag https://bit.ly/4dfexU1

·        The Arab Energy Fund reports $125.4mn net income for H1 2026 as assets reach $14bn https://bit.ly/4jBfbz3

·        Coffee 100: Caterer Middle East 2026 https://bit.ly/4hqjuMn

·        First UK-GCC business forum since free trade deal to be held in London https://bit.ly/4htrafi