Egypt

UAE agribusiness in talks to acquire land in Egypt: Report

Egypt has been able to reclaim some desert as it seeks to feed a growing population but still only cultivates about 4 per cent of its total land area

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Israeli energy sites impacted by the Gaza conflict

The port of Ashkelon and its oil terminal, located a few kilometres from the Gaza strip had been shut since October 7

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Air India Express unveils new livery, logo

The Air India Group also said it will induct an aircraft into its fleet every six days between now and the end of 2024

iraq

UAE’s Crescent, Iraq launch deals to develop three oil and gas fields

The Crescent Petroleum contracts are expected to begin producing 400 million standard cubic feet per day of natural gas within 18 months

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Cityscape Bahrain set to return in November 2023

The event highlights the country’s commitment towards accelerating the growth and development of the real estate sector

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Expand North Star 2023: Dtek unveils SWIFT for retail industry

The checkout system has been designed based on feedback from retailers, and addresses common pain points such as crowded checkouts and stock mismanagement

Acciona's Julio de la Rosa on regenerative infrastructure

Acciona’s Julio de la Rosa on why regenerative infrastructure promotes sustainability

ACCIONA ME’s director of Water Solutions explains how regenerative infrastructure actively contributes to ecological restoration and social wellbeing

Emirates to use SAF on flights departing Singapore and Amsterdam (Image: Supplied by Emirates) 

Emirates to use SAF on flights departing Singapore and Amsterdam

Neste will supply more than 3 million gallons of blended SAF over 2024 and 2025

Saudi Arabia launches bus services project to connect 200 cities Image Saudi Press Agency

Saudi Arabia launches major bus services project to link 200 cities, provinces

The bus services project is expected to add SAR3.2bn to the kingdom’s gross domestic product.

Ride-hailing firm Yango sets up global office in Dubai

Yango sets up global office in Dubai

The global office will serve as a centre of excellence for the company’s operations in more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Africa, and beyond

UAE, Saudi Arabia lead MENA VC fundraising

UAE, Saudi Arabia lead MENA VC fundraising, says MAGNiTT

The fundraising in Q3 2033 contributed to $1.4bn raised through 286 transactions in the first nine months of the year

Abu Dhabi’s G42, OpenAI partner Middle East AI push

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: G42, OpenAI partner to advance AI in Middle East

The partnership will focus on delivering OpenAI’s generative AI models across sectors spanning financial services to energy and healthcare

UAE’s AI Office, Core42 partner to enhance national talents

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: UAE’s AI Office, Core42 partner to enhance national talents

The strategy represents a significant stride towards emphasising the importance of developing national talents within the digital sector

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Visa unveils new payment installment solution for cardholders

Participating card issuers and acquirers in UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar will be able to offer cardholders flexible and transparent payment plans at merchant checkouts, both in-store and online

number one and three-time champion Rory McIlroy to return for the Hero Dubai Desert Classic 2024

Three-time champion Rory McIlroy to return for Hero Dubai Desert Classic 2024

The premium golf championship is set to return to the Emirates Golf Club, from January 18 to 21 next year

Dubai Police unveils virtual cop, luxury marine patrol car Image Dubai Police at Gitex Global 2023

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: Dubai Police unveils virtual cop, luxury marine and self-driving patrol vehicles

Dubai Police is presenting several innovations, modern technologies, and services at the exhibition, all aiming to enhance its role in enabling community happiness and security

ADNOC Gas, JERA Global ink multimillion LNG supply deal

ADNOC Gas signs multimillion LNG supply deal with JERA Global Markets

Natural gas continues to play a crucial role as a transitional fuel with lower carbon emissions compared to other fossil fuels

NH Collection Dubai The Palm introduces vegan-friendly rooms (Image: Supplied by Minor Hotels)

NH Collection Dubai The Palm unveils vegan-friendly rooms

They feature 100 per cent vegan wet amenities, while its dry amenities are made from sustainable products

Dubai Land Department's RDC showcases Al and metaverse tech to solve rental disputes at Gitex Global 2023 Image Supplied

Here’s how AI, metaverse will help solve rental disputes in Dubai

Dubai Land Department’s RDC unveiled Metaverse Litigation a virtual platform for real estate litigation sessions and the new Judicial Probe service, which uses AI

UAE investments in Turkiye hit Dhs20.6bn

World Investment Forum 2023: UAE investments in Turkiye hit Dhs20.6bn

The two nations are collaborating in areas such as climate change, energy, water, and food security

TECOM’s in5 reports 20% growth in funding for startups

Expand North Star 2023: Funding for startups at TECOM Group’s in5 surges by 20%

The innovation and entrepreneurship platform said 120 new ventures joined its ecosystem in the first nine months of 2023

HPE electronic waste art installation at Gitex Global 2023

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: HPE presents electronic waste art installation at show

The piece of art, made of HPE electronic circuit board parts, aims to raise awareness among GITEX visitors for the environmental impact of the tech industry

Honeywell unveils T&L CT47 Mobile Computer

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: Honeywell unveils next-Gen 5G mobile computer for e-commerce sector

The CT47 all-purpose device is specifically designed to help transportation, logistics and warehouse workers pick, pack, sort and deliver e-commerce orders more efficiently

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Visit visa update: Saudi Arabia e-visa offering now extends to 63 countries

Saudi visit visas are now available to citizens of Türkiye, Thailand, Panama, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Seychelles, and Mauritius

Masdar City and Huawei join forces to accelerate net-zero

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: Masdar City, Huawei partner to boost net zero efforts

The agreement will promote the adoption of carbon-conscious ICT through Huawei’s Net Zero Campus Framework

DoH announces partnership with M42 to advance Precision Medicine in Abu Dhabi

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: DOH, M42 partner to further precision medicine in Abu Dhabi

The partnership will enable physicians to access pharmacogenomic reports for consenting participants of the Emirati Genome Program through Malaffi

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GITEX GLOBAL 2023: Presight, Intelligent Security Systems sign MoU for smart and safe city projects

The strategic collaboration was formalised with a signing ceremony at the Presight stand at GITEX GLOBAL 2023 in Dubai

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Dubai Run 2023: Registration now open for the world’s largest free fun run

Sheikh Zayed Road will transform into a racetrack on Sunday, November 26 for the Dubai Run event

Aster opens 175-bed multispecialty hospital in Muscat

Aster launches 175-bed multispecialty hospital in Muscat

The hospital is equipped with cutting-edge technology to deliver the highest standard of care

Saudi Arabia to host esports and gaming conference Image GettyImages

Saudi Arabia to host major gaming and esports conference

The specialised gaming and esports event will be co-hosted by the Saudi Esports Federation and Saudi Arabia Ministry of Sport in Riyadh on October 23