UAE
· UAE-EAEU Economic Partnership Agreement enters into force https://bit.ly/4dsy97b
· UAE ranks first globally in citizen satisfaction with government digital services https://bit.ly/471mTez
· ADNOC L&S orders 3 VLGCs for $324 million, secures 7-year ADNOC Global Trading contracts https://bit.ly/4hxJSUv
· Etisalat reveals major rebrand in cryptic open letter https://bit.ly/4ATXrVW
· Abu Dhabi's IHC unit explores takeover of Kenmare Resources https://bit.ly/4zghcFr
· UAE’s BlueFive Capital invests in Indonesia’s Majoris Asset Management https://bit.ly/4yA2J7h
· SAIF Zone highlights beauty sector opportunities at Beautyworld https://bit.ly/3TJmYjW
· Dubai Chambers introduces 120 freezone companies to business support services, opportunities https://bit.ly/4hLOW6q
· DP World granted extension for Angola’s Luanda terminal concession to 2051 https://bit.ly/4zmeVZB
· ADI Foundation, Tokinvest collaborate on $100 million tokenised Sukuk https://bit.ly/4zjguan
· FANR Board of Management reviews key regulatory, strategic developments https://bit.ly/4hMRW2C
· UAE VAT rules change: Businesses can recover tax on 6 employee expenses https://bit.ly/4y6pq28
· ‘Clarkson is right’ UAE business leaders highlight ambition gap with UK amid brain drain to Gulf https://bit.ly/4zckeum
· Shams, 3S Money partner to support international business https://bit.ly/4dsYToe
· Open Innovation AI and NetApp announce collaboration on Sovereign AI Infrastructure for Governments, Enterprises https://bit.ly/4i9NUBJ
· DIB, Expo City Dubai partner to advance off-plan home financing https://bit.ly/4j4kV4c
· CBUAE organises annual UAE banks reception in Bangkok with participation of more than 26 entities https://bit.ly/4rPtSAP
· UAE’s Eagle Hills launches Damascus and Latakia projects in Syria https://bit.ly/4zdGpAo
· Fujairah Free Zone receives EU ambassadors to explore stronger economic cooperation https://bit.ly/4rQGBmw
· Dubai reveals plans for massive new mall on Al Khail Road https://bit.ly/3TEWxMj
· Global Food Week, Global Food Security Summit open in Abu Dhabi https://bit.ly/4yqkKEx
· Abu Dhabi Honey Symposium and Exhibition opens at Global Food Week 2026 https://bit.ly/3Wc5IEA
· Khalifa Fund participates in Global Food Week 2026 https://bit.ly/4i5r6E1
· WGES 2026 discusses role of sustainable energy infrastructure in advancing green economy https://bit.ly/3VUcYF4
· du records high speed on 5G+ indoor network at Mall of the Emirates https://bit.ly/4hFwaxC
· Ajman real estate transactions hit AED1.9 billion in September https://bit.ly/4i7EeIQ
· Dubai’s ‘super brokers’ gain power as property agencies rethink how they operate https://bit.ly/4ywg7cJ
· Air Arabia resumes daily nonstop service between Ras Al Khaimah, Kozhikode https://bit.ly/4i4Fv3o
· Dubai International retains world’s busiest international airport ranking with 4.57 million seats, ahead of Heathrow https://bit.ly/4yCPzqr
· Dubai flights to 7 European cities return with up to 36 weekly services https://bit.ly/3VU5eCZ
· UAE flight: flydubai Tel Aviv suspension continues https://bit.ly/47D0V1v
· Wizz Air postpones six Abu Dhabi routes to 2027 https://bit.ly/4yAhXJw
· UAE sets new sugar, salt and fat limits for food with fines up to $136,000 https://bit.ly/4dUM5ae
· Farmhouse by Syrco announces reopening in Ras Al Khaimah with new wine bar and tasting menus https://bit.ly/4hLP2em
· Wynn Al Marjan Island reveals plans for 98-berth marina https://bit.ly/3TttIlX
Saudi Arabia
· Saudi Crown Prince, Syrian President discuss deeper ties in Riyadh after $6.4 billion investment push https://bit.ly/4hxJPYP
· Saudi Arabia changes family visa rules https://bit.ly/47ozMQ5
· Jeddah Tower reaches height of world’s tallest skyscrapers – with half its climb still to come https://bit.ly/3U7tpxn
· Saudi Arabia launches $267m housing fund for up to 50,000 workers https://bit.ly/4zoa1eF
· Saudi’s Al Ramz Real Estate secures $107mln Islamic loan facility https://bit.ly/4ybheh9
· Saudi event ticket volumes rebound 34% in summer as market broadens: report https://bit.ly/3Tm8DtG
· Saudi Real Estate Refinance Co., Banque Saudi Fransi sign 3rd mortgage portfolio deal https://bit.ly/4dpGj08
Qatar
· F1 confirms Abu Dhabi and Qatar Grands Prix to go ahead as planned https://bit.ly/4dlu3Om
· COOEC wins QatarEnergy subsea package as regional awards top $7bn
· Edaa, AlRayan Bank sign pact to issue national investor number https://bit.ly/4yhkxn2
· Al-Kaabi leads Qatar’s delegation to GCC Petroleum Cooperation Committee meeting https://bit.ly/3VR00YI
· QNB Group named ‘Qatar’s Best FX Bank’ at Euromoney Foreign Exchange Awards 2026 https://bit.ly/4hyDAE5
· Vodafone Qatar, almeera launch two-way loyalty points conversion https://bit.ly/4AXZoRi
Oman
· Hakkasan Muscat reopens with new leadership and refreshed menu https://bit.ly/3VQZLwM
· Oman's total oil exports grows by 1.9% to 209mn barrels https://bit.ly/4ywuXjl
· Oman, Italy explore opportunities for cooperation and investment https://bit.ly/4i4QOsm
Kuwait
· Kuwait’s crude output falls 200,000 bpd to 1.77 million bpd in September as exports slide https://bit.ly/4AN4WxL
· Zain Kuwait advances dialogue on AI governance and cybersecurity https://bit.ly/4hwZlnM
· NBK hosts KOC delegation, strengthening strategic partnerships with oil sector entities https://bit.ly/47EyCzJ
· Gulf Bank expands strategic partnership with GUST to sponsor Management Club https://bit.ly/3VnIQSv
· KUNA Chief, Indian Ambassador discuss enhancing media cooperation https://bit.ly/4jIlhxx
Bahrain
· BBK chief lauds ‘Made in GCC’ success https://bit.ly/3WchEWU
· Fakhro stresses on long-term goals and plans https://bit.ly/4yvHxzj
· Al Budaiwi praises role of industry in economic diversification in region https://bit.ly/4ywv7XZ
Egypt
· MNT-Halan sets EGX IPO price at EGP 24.50/share https://bit.ly/3VsSrHG
· Egypt targets higher petroleum output, stronger supply security https://bit.ly/3VUg7ol
· Safety Link wins management, operation contract for Ameria Dry Port in Alexandria https://bit.ly/4yBHstW
· Military Production Ministry signs two MoUs to boost joint manufacturing, expand into Africa https://bit.ly/4zkbHpm
· Egypt allocates over 1 million sqm for tourism projects in Hurghada https://bit.ly/4yM1ORe
· Egypt invests EGP 57bn to modernise Sinai electricity grid https://bit.ly/4yD0Gj9
· Egypt to expand innovative long-term financing tools to support national, private projects https://bit.ly/4hJD4SG
· Egypt’s healthcare accreditation body certifies 945 facilities across 26 governorates https://bit.ly/4dSlsmk
Middle East (Regional)
· Bids submitted for main EPC contract on Libya’s 30,000 bpd South Refinery https://bit.ly/4AQYZ2T
· Gulf economies set for 10.3% rebound in 2027 if oil flows rebound: World Bank https://bit.ly/477bAkT
· Inaugural ‘Made in GCC’ forum and expo opens https://bit.ly/3UgIWeh