UAE–Kenya Trade & Industry: DP World and GulfCap Africa signed a shareholders agreement to develop the 222-hectare Mombasa Industrial Park as a Special Economic Zone, with the first 40 hectares targeted near the Port of Mombasa to boost manufacturing, logistics and jobs. Air Cargo & Exports: Emirates SkyCargo is expanding India-focused capacity, moving 153,000+ tonnes of exports in FY25/26 and adding freighter flights to Bengaluru, Chennai and Hyderabad via Dubai. Space & AI Infrastructure: Marlan Space and Loft Orbital backed a $1bn France project, Altair-Next Gen, aiming to build the world’s largest AI satellite infrastructure with an initial 50-satellite fleet for near-real-time alerts. Aviation & Defence Showcase: The UAE National Pavilion at El Alamein Airshow drew 1,875 visitors and hosted 36 meetings, highlighting aerospace and defence capabilities. Investment Outreach (UAE link): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi met UAE officials and secured MoUs for 14 projects worth Rs 2.10 lakh crore, spanning metals, chemicals, renewables, healthcare and industrial infrastructure. Logistics Under Strain: With Strait of Hormuz disruptions continuing, experts point to reduced vessel traffic and higher shipping costs, pushing firms to reroute and adjust supply chains. Cybersecurity for Industry: Spire Solutions will showcase AI- and quantum-era cybersecurity offerings at GISEC Global 2026 in Dubai. Energy/Trade Risk Watch: US sanctions hit Iran’s aviation sector with 27 airline designations, adding pressure to regional transport and compliance planning.