2026-10-07

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