AGP Executive Report
Last update: 21 minutes agoUAE Finance & Compliance: Emirates NBD has signed a deal to buy HSBC’s retail banking operations in Egypt, pending regulatory approvals, as the Dubai lender pushes deeper into a key regional market. Health: The UAE has approved Lipfendra, a once-daily pill for high cholesterol, making it only the second country globally to authorise the drug. Abu Dhabi Healthcare Tech: Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi says it has launched robotically assisted bronchoscopy tech to help detect lung cancer earlier, aiming for higher cure chances. Dubai Mobility: Dubai’s RTA reported 348.1 million public transport journeys in H1 2026—down 12% year-on-year—citing the wider disruption from the Iran war. Legal/Politics: Bangladesh’s government says it has hired a Dubai law firm to challenge former IGP Benazir Ahmed’s conditional bail and seek his return. Smart City Push: DEWA CEO Saeed Al Tayer highlighted AI progress, including cutting security-deposit refunds from days to minutes via its virtual smart employee. Sports & Culture: Abu Dhabi’s Jiu-Jitsu World Championship continued with UAE medal wins, while Sharjah Club hosted a 10-metre rifle and pistol talent camp. Weather: A Middle East heatwave is building, with UAE areas warned to brace for extreme temperatures near 50°C.
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