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Abu Dhabi Makes Major Push Into LNG With $19 Billion Santos Takeover
Zero Hedge
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Abu Dhabi is making its biggest energy play yet, as it seeks to become a major global force in liquefied natural gas (LNG). Its state oil company, ADNOC, through its investment arm XRG PJSC, has led a $19 billion takeover offer for Australia’s...
Tasty guilt free desserts across Dubai and Abu Dhabi
What's On
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June 18, 2025
Guilt free desserts and full of flavour Whether you’re cutting back on sugar, going gluten-free, or just want to indulge without the crash, Dubai and Abu Dhabi have a growing list of dessert spots that prove healthy can still taste amazing. Here’s...
Abu Dhabi’s DMT expected to award Musaffah road network packages in Q3
Zawya
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The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) of Abu Dhabi is expected to award major road infrastructure packages under the Musaffah Industrial Regional Road Network Improvements project in the third quarter of 2025. The design-build...
UAE's ADNOC To Unleash $440Bn Energy Surge In US
MENAFN
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN- The Arabian Post) Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Abu Dhabi's state‐owned oil giant ADNOC has unveiled plans to escalate its U.S. energy investments six‐fold over the next decade, targeting a total of $440 billion. Speaking in Washington on 17...
Mubadala, Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre partner to explore strategic collaborations
Eye of Riyadh
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Mubadala Investment Company PJSC (Mubadala), an Abu Dhabi sovereign investor, and the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC) have signed a partnership agreement to foster collaborations in various areas which features a comprehensive...
UAE can make AI as important as internet, Emirati official says
The National News
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Mariam Almheiri, head of International Affairs at the UAE Presidential Court, said the country can help to make artificial intelligence a strategic utility like the internet through its partnerships, regulatory framework and energy infrastructure....
UAE Travel: Summer Vacation Plans Unaffected For Many Despite Regional Conflict
MENAFN
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) [Editor's Note: Follow the KT live blog for live updates on the Israel-Iran conflict .] Despite escalating regional conflict and the suspension of specific flight routes, many residents and citizens in the UAE are gearing...
UAE activates emergency airport response amid regional airspace closures
What's On
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June 18, 2025
If you’re heading to the airport or waiting on someone flying in, here’s the latest travel update you need. The UAE has activated an emergency response plan across its major airports, following temporary suspensions and disruptions to several...
UAE says navigational error caused oil tanker collision near Strait of Hormuz
Zawya
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DUBAI: The UAE's energy ministry said a collision between two oil tankers near the Strait of Hormuz was likely caused by a navigational misjudgement by one of the vessels. In a statement on Wednesday, it cited preliminary information and did not...
Dubai International Chamber establishes new international representative office in Toronto
Zawya
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DUBAI - Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has officially launched a new representative office in Toronto, Canada. The strategic move reflects the chamber's commitment to...
Dubai agents face heat as property market tightens grip
Gulf News
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Dubai: Dubai's property market has been heating up more than ever, with foreign buyers pouring in, Golden Visa still drawing investors, and demand for luxury homes soaring. So it’s another banner year for real estate in the emirate. But while...
UAE Delivers Stern Warning Over Israel‐Iran Escalation
MENAFN
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN- The Arabian Post) The United Arab Emirates has cautioned against a dangerous spiral between Israel and Iran, as its foreign minister strongly warned that“uncalculated and reckless steps” might spread beyond the conflict zones. Sheikh...
UAE: Monsoon-Deprived Indian Expats Chase 'Nostalgic' Rain In Desert
MENAFN
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June 18, 2025
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Muhammed Sajjad missed his native Kerala's monsoon season so much when he moved from India to the United Arab Emirates a decade ago that he embarked on an unlikely quest - finding rain in the desert. Using satellite...
Dubai property tokens: Legal risks and benefits to know
Gulf News
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But while this trend sounds exciting, many UAE-based investors don’t fully understand the legal side of it. Vishal Tinani, Corporate Lawyer & Regulatory Affairs Specialist, breaks down what you need to know before investing in tokenised property....
Dubai campus set for Sept launch, IIMA director reveals plans, goals & why UAE was natural choice
The Print
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June 18, 2025
New Delhi: The upcoming Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) campus in Dubai will begin operations this September with a one-year MBA programme and will also launch two research centres focused on case development and start-up...
UAE breaks into global top 5 in 2025 IMD Competitiveness Ranking
Gulf Business
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June 18, 2025
Image courtesy: WAM/ For illustrative purposes The UAE has cemented its position among the world’s most competitive nations, rising two spots to rank fifth globally in the 2025 edition of the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking, published by the IMD...
Dubai’s RTA now offers free Wi-Fi at all 43 bus, marine stations
Gulf Business
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June 18, 2025
Image credit: WAM/ Website Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed the rollout of free Wi-Fi in collaboration with e&, covering 21 public bus stations and 22 marine transport stations. The initiative aims to enhance the commuter...
UAE, Saudi Arabia likely to be reclassified as developed markets
Khaleej Times
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The UAE and Saudi Arabia have demonstrated significant economic growth and financial maturity, warranting their reclassification from the Emerging Market Bond Index to developed market status, similar to Kuwait and Qatar, analysts say. This change...
UAE Dirham to Pakistani rupee buying, selling rates today – 18 June 2025
Pakistan Observer
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June 18, 2025
KARACHI – The UAE Dirham (AED) is being traded at Rs77.17 against Pakistani rupee in open market on Wednesday after it increased by six paisas. Similarly, the selling rate of the Dirham moved up and reached Rs77.9 after witnessing upward trend...
UAE Central Bank Revokes Sundus Exchange License Over Major AML Breaches
Fintech News Middle East
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June 18, 2025
Free Newsletter Get the hottest Fintech Middle East News once a month in your Inbox The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has revoked the license of Sundus Exchange, an exchange house operating within the UAE, and has removed its name from the...