UAE-Led Consortium Sweetens Bid to Take India’s ReNew Energy Private

UAE says markets thirsty for oil despite boosts in OPEC+ output

Markets are thirsty for oil because they are absorbing OPEC+ production increases without building inventories, United Arab Emirates Energy Minister Suhail al-Mazrouei said on Wednesday. OPEC+, which pumps about half of the world’s oil, has been...

UAE plays vital role in OPEC, OPEC+: Al Mazrouei

VIENNA: Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, emphasised the importance of the UAE’s role in the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and the OPEC+. He affirmed the UAE’s support for all...

BP sees Q2 hit from weak oil, gas prices; Production up

Gas & low carbon energy segment, realisations, compared to the prior quarter, are expected to have an impact in the range of $100 - 300m, the company said in a quarterly trading update. In the oil production & operations segment, quarter on...

“Claquette”: From Script to Screen Production

“Claquette” The event, held under the theme "From Red Cinema to Stage," represents a unique initiative that reflects Shams' commitment to supporting the local and regional drama content industry. The "Claquette" event, in turn, served as a...

Air Europa adds Abu Dhabi–Madrid route

Air Europa has officially launched its first operations in the Middle East by operating the Abu Dhabi–Madrid route through a wet lease agreement with Etihad Airways. This partnership enables the Spanish carrier to run a scheduled service from the...

Industrial Exports Grow 8% in Q1 of 2025, Reaching JD 2.5 Billion

Jordan’s industrial exports grew by 8 percent during the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year. According to statistical data from the Jordan Chamber of Industry, the Kingdom’s industrial exports during the first quarter of...

UAE: Contractor abandons villa – What can owners do

Question: Six months ago, I signed a contracting agreement with a contractor to build my villa. The contractor completed only about 30 per cent of the work, while I paid him for about 50 per cent of the work. Two months ago, the contractor left...

UAE Tightens Entry Rules for Nigerian Travellers

Stringent new visa rules now govern travel from Nigeria to the United Arab Emirates, marking a sharp increase in restrictions. Transit visas have been fully suspended, while tourist visas for solo applicants aged 18 to 45 are no longer allowed....

HH Sheikh Hamdan Appoints Two New CEOs At Dubai Land Department

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has appointed new executive leaders at the Dubai Land Department Written by Reeba Asghar In his capacity as Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin...

Dubai Duty Free signs cryptocurrency agreement with Crypto.com

Dubai Duty Free is looking to enhance its payment options for shoppers after signing an agreement with Crypto.com to explore the potential for cryptocurrency payments in travel retail. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the...

UAE, Azerbaijan Presidents stress on joint efforts to promote peace in region and globally

ABU DHABI: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, held talks on Wednesday on bilateral relations and ways to expand cooperation, particularly in the fields of...

Manufacturing at home: Analyzing recent shifts in US medicine production

Last month, the US Congress held a health subcommittee hearing on strengthening the domestic manufacturing of pharmaceuticals and consolidating US supply lines. Congressman Buddy Carter, chairperson of the committee, stated boldly, “We are...

MENA Weekly Roundup: Abu Dhabi Signs Financing Agreement for GCC Interconnectivity

The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) signed a financing agreement with the Gulf Cooperation Council Interconnection Authority (GCCIA) to expand the Gulf Cooperation Council’s power grid interconnection with the UAE’s national grid, valued at...

Refinery & Petrochemical Filtration Industry Trends In 2025 Operators' Adoption Of Digital Monitoring Is Paving The Way For Predictive Maintenance And Operational Savings

(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) In the Americas, demand stems from downstream integration and domestic investments. Europe, the Middle East, and Africa are driven by emissions regulations and water reuse goals. Asia-Pacific's industrial expansion...

UAE Denies Golden Visa Shortcut Claims, Warns against Fake Consultancy Offers

The United Arab Emirates (UAE)’s federal authority for identity, citizenship, customs and port security has issued a strong clarification following misleading reports in Indian media suggesting that Indian nationals can obtain a lifetime UAE...

Piraeus Port Among the Top 10 Shipping Centers Worldwide

The Piraeus Port is ranked number 8 among the biggest ports in the world. Credit: AMNA The Piraeus Port, south of Athens, is ranked in the top 10 of the world’s largest ports and the leading shipping centers in the latest maritime hub survey...

Yas Island Abu Dhabi Unveils Summer Fun and First-Ever Summer Camp

Yas Island is gearing up to deliver an unparalleled summer with a dynamic lineup of entertainment across its award-winning theme parks and leisure destinations. From brand-new shows and special encounters to expanded aquatic thrills at Yas...

Expo City Dubai To Be The Official Business Community Partner Of The Final Pitch

(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Expo City Dubai has been named The Final Pitch: Dubai's official Business Community Partner, reinforcing its commitment to shaping a vibrant, innovation-driven business ecosystem at the centre of Dubai's future. Filming is...

Improve shipping infra to reduce exposure during global crises, says Commerce Department secy

Calling the situation India needs to improve its shipping infrastructure to reduce exposure during global crises and support trade, according to Special Secretary in the Department of Commerce Rajesh Agrawal. Speaking at the CII Export Logistics...