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– In 2025, the UAE’s outward foreign direct investment (FDI) reached a total of $63.353 billion, as reported by UN Trade and Development. By year’s end, the country’s total outward FDI stock had climbed to $402.729 billion. This marks a
The global financial community continues to hold an optimistic outlook regarding the economic prospects of the United Arab Emirates. Recent macroeconomic evaluations published by the World Bank Group project a strong growth trend over the upcoming two years. Specifically, the
The United Arab Emirates is implementing a wide-ranging series of multi billion dollar projects in hospitality, cultural, and eco tourism sectors across all seven emirates to enhance economic diversification and draw more international travelers. According to official government disclosures, both
– India’s Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is in the United States participating in trade discussions and a G20 ministerial conference. The G20 Trade Ministers’ Meeting is scheduled in Milwaukee on September 30 and October 1. Goyal’s U.S. itinerary
– Suleiman Khan, the son of former prime minister Imran Khan who is currently incarcerated, has accused Pakistan’s leadership of acting like “tyrants” as supporters gear up for a march on Islamabad scheduled for October 4. The protest, initially planned
– flydubai outlined its expanding Levant route network at the Syria Travel Show in Damascus, highlighting its efforts to boost direct links between the United Arab Emirates and major Syrian commercial centers. The event, hosted under the auspices of the
– Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Abu Dhabi for discussions on strengthening bilateral ties and exploring avenues to deepen
– Abu Dhabi has achieved the most considerable worldwide improvement in the 2026 Global Real Estate Transparency Index published by real estate services firm JLL. Based on data released by government regulatory authorities, the UAE capital moved up eight positions
A rare inherited genetic mutation has been shown to elevate an individual’s overall likelihood of developing lung cancer by approximately 25 times, with non-smokers facing about a 60-fold increase, according to a study published in the journal Science. The investigation,
Business
– In 2025, the UAE’s outward foreign direct investment (FDI) reached a total of $63.353 billion, as reported by UN Trade and Development. By year’s end, the country’s total outward FDI stock had climbed to $402.729 billion. This marks a
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High-level diplomatic talks between Washington and Abu Dhabi advanced defense collaboration and Middle East de-escalation strategies as UAE President receives Senator Joni Ernst for bilateral discussions at Qasr Al Shati palace. Official briefings confirmed that Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al
– Prime Minister Narendra Modi connected via video call with commercial pilot Captain Smit Machchhar to acknowledge his bravery and assess his medical recovery after a critical aviation emergency. An official statement issued Friday by the Press Information Bureau highlighted
– Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that India is broadening its maritime security efforts across the Indian Ocean Region. Speaking at the Indian Navy’s second Commanders’ Conference of 2026 in New Delhi on September 29, Singh highlighted that Indian warships
– Suleiman Khan, the son of former prime minister Imran Khan who is currently incarcerated, has accused Pakistan’s leadership of acting like “tyrants” as supporters gear up for a march on Islamabad scheduled for October 4. The protest, initially planned
High-level diplomatic talks between Washington and Abu Dhabi advanced defense collaboration and Middle East de-escalation strategies as UAE President receives Senator Joni Ernst for bilateral discussions at Qasr Al Shati palace. Official briefings confirmed that Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al
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– The European Commission has introduced a new initiative aimed at creating a unified communications infrastructure for emergency and security services across Europe. The EU Critical Communication System, designated as EUCCS, is designed to link national networks utilized by police,
Travel
– flydubai outlined its expanding Levant route network at the Syria Travel Show in Damascus, highlighting its efforts to boost direct links between the United Arab Emirates and major Syrian commercial centers. The event, hosted under the auspices of the
– Air Arabia plans to launch direct flights between Sharjah and Gdansk starting December 14, 2026, establishing a new route linking the UAE with northern Poland. The airline will operate five flights each week connecting Sharjah International Airport and Gdansk
– Etihad Airways is set to launch a seasonal non-stop route linking Abu Dhabi and Gothenburg starting December 17, 2026. The service will operate four times weekly until March 21, 2027, connecting Zayed International Airport with Göteborg Landvetter Airport during
– South Korea recorded a $596.6 million tourism surplus in June 2026, marking its strongest monthly performance since the COVID-19 outbreak. The figure represents an increase of approximately $1.44 billion compared to June 2025, when the country faced an $846.8
Sports
Spain reached the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals with a 1-0 win over Portugal on Monday, as Mikel Merino scored in the 91st minute at Dallas Stadium. The substitute took a pass from Ferran Torres and finished low past Diogo Costa.
Automotive
German luxury sports car manufacturer Porsche announced an agreement with labor representatives on Monday to reduce its workforce by an additional 5,000 positions by 2035 as part of a restructuring program. The decision brings total planned job eliminations across the
Entertainment
MENA Newswire, LOS ANGELES: Ben Affleck has come under sustained scrutiny following recent public remarks in which he downplayed the creative capabilities and economic impact of artificial intelligence on the film and television industry. While Affleck characterized AI as a
The investigation into Matthew Perry’s tragic overdose has resulted in charges against five individuals, including three medical professionals and one assistant, linked to the actor’s untimely death. The group of accused also encompasses Jasveen Sangha, known colloquially in the industry as the
