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Alwaleed Philanthropies donates $3m to END Fund

The sum will support END’s efforts to fight neglected tropical diseases over the next three years

Saudi Shoura Council asks ministry to postpone water price increases

Water tariffs in the country are expected to rise from next month

UAE’s ADNOC, Occidental to expand Al Hosn capacity by 50%

ADNOC holds a 60 per cent share in the Al Hosn joint venture

Kuwait dissolves Olympic committee over financial irregularities

National football association also dissolved and interim group formed

40% of mobile shops fail to meet Saudisation target, 30% shut down

Shop owners were expected to employ 50% Saudis by Ramadan under new rules

Sheikh Al Nahyan Centre opens at Musee du Louvre in Paris

The launch comes as construction continues on the UAE’s own Louvre museum in the capital Abu Dhabi

NMC Health eyes Gulf, Asia Pacific acquisitions

The firm said it may tap the bond market if a significant acquisition opportunity arises

Dubai property market slumps as US dollar value increases

Office sector continues to perform badly as retail flourishes

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Airlines hit by corporate travel cuts in Oman

Austerity is forcing companies to ground workers, according to reports

Saudi expects oil freeze to include Iran

Deputy crown prince said freezing oil prices was not the country’s “battle”

Iran will consider oil freeze when its reaches 4 million bpd - report

Iran will consider oil freeze when its reaches 4 million bpd – report

Oil minister suggests the country would look to return to pre-sanctions levels

Car Review: Mercedes-AMG C63 S Coupé

Car Review: Mercedes-AMG C63 S Coupé

The power and versatility of the Mercedes-AMG C63 S Coupé helps it stand out from its C-class competitors

Oman’s Salalah Port signs MoUs with two Iranian terminals

Deals could facilitate growth in shipping, trade and commerce, the port’s chief executive said

Middle East economic slowdown hits mobile handset sales

Mobile sales grew just 1 per cent in Q4 2015, IDC said.

Nearly 20 million jobs needed for Middle East’s young population

Careem VP says more technology start-ups can fill the gap as region’s population of under-25s soars

UAE chocolate market to grow 8% annually up to 2021

Demand for premium products and dark chocolates is booming, finds report.

UAE, Saudi see improved non-oil private sector growth in February

Growth in new orders and increased hiring helped boost growth.

Dubai residential market expected to soften further over 12 months

Research from Core also highlighted a bullish mid-term forecast.

Sheikha Hind named as new CEO of Qatar Foundation

The new chief executive will run the non-profit organisation with her mother, Sheikha Moza bint Nasser.

Saudi accuses 32 people of spying for Iran

Saudi accuses 32 people of spying for Iran

Those on trial include an Iranian and an Afghan

Sepp Blatter: Politics – not corruption – gave Qatar 2022 World Cup

Former FIFA president says pressure from Nicolas Sarkozy fuelled decision

South African Airways exits Etihad alliance, to cancel Abu Dhabi flights

South African Airways exits Etihad alliance, to cancel Abu Dhabi flights

The African airline said the route was not sustainable

Dubai’s Al Habtoor buys Vienna’s historic Hotel Imperial

Dubai’s Al Habtoor buys Vienna’s historic Hotel Imperial

The group now owns seven hotels outside Dubai

​Abu Dhabi Investment Authority acquires stake in Peruvian power company

​Abu Dhabi Investment Authority acquires stake in Peruvian power company

Deal was part of a consortium transaction

US fast food chain Smashburger to launch in Dubai, Qatar

The company plans to open 26 outlets across the UAE and Qatar

Dubai Holding Commercial Operations profit jumps 25 per cent in 2015

Dubai Holding unit said said growth was supported by TECOM and Jumeirah

UAE drone owners warned against flying them in public

Users told to practice hobby only in accredited clubs for security reasons

Behind the curtain of… hotel management

Gulf Business speaks to Aiana Hotels and Resorts joint managing director and chief executive officer Amruda Nair

How to increase employee engagement

Leavey School of Business dean’s executive fellow of leadership Jim Kouzes explains how leaders can engage their staff

Dubai’s Meraas launches clinic at City Walk as part of new healthcare unit

The new clinic will be operated by US-based Houston Methodist Global Health Care Services