Saudi Arabia has taken a significant step forward on its long-planned Landbridge railway, awarding Spanish engineering firm Sener the lead design contract for the multi-billion-dollar project linking the Red Sea to the Arabian Gulf, according to published reports.
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Momentum is building toward US-Iran peace talks over the weekend following a possible agreement over Tehran’s nuclear programme and the ceasefire in Lebanon.
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Growth across the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan (MENAP) region is set to slow sharply in 2026 following the economic shock triggered by the recent US–Israel–Iran war, the International Monetary Fund has warned.
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US President Donald Trump has announced a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, which he said would begin at 5 pm EST (10 pm GMT).
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Businesses and investors in Saudi Arabia and the UAE are holding firm on their medium-term strategies despite the current situation in the Middle East, supported by intraregional supply chain redesign and increased use of AI, says an HSBC study.
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Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) has approved its 2026-2030 strategy which focuses on transforming PIF’s portfolio of 13 strategic sectors into six integrated economic ecosystems, strengthening the linkages among them and creating a broader spectrum of partnership and investment opportunities for the private sector.
Fresh diplomatic signals from Tehran and Washington have raised cautious optimism about a potential deal to de-escalate tensions around the Strait of Hormuz and end the war.
Digital Dubai has launched the “AI Workforce Transformation Program (AI+),” a strategic initiative to train 50,000 Dubai Government employees.
UAE developer Amaal has awarded the main contract for Mansory Residences, the world’s first residential tower for the high-end vehicle brand, being set up at an investment of AED1.8 billion ($490 million) in Dubai. Set for completion in 2028, it comprises one- to four-bedroom homes and full-floor penthouses.
Gallega Global Logistics, a multi-sector integrated logistics service provider and a subsidiary of Ghassan Aboud Holding and EasyLease, has launched a new 1 million sq ft secure Finished Vehicles Hub in Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), set to go live in May.
Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has inaugurated a new international representative office in Manila.
Bahrain’s gross domestic product (GDP) at constant prices grew 3.5% YoY in 2025, driven by a 4.1% growth in non-oil activities, while oil activities declined slightly by 0.3%.
Dubai International Airport has ranked among the world’s busiest airports for international passenger traffic, handling 95.2 million passengers in 2025, reaffirming its position as a key global aviation hub.
After withstanding higher trade barriers and elevated uncertainty last year, global activity now faces a major test from the outbreak of war in the Middle East, which threatens to disrupt growth, says the latest World Economic Outlook report from IMF.
Dubai's commercial property market is entering a phase of "strategic maturation," where focus has shifted from volume-driven to value-driven acquisitions has pushed capital values to historic highs, says CRC (Commercial Real Estate Consultants) in a report.
Maun, Botswana hosted the groundbreaking of a 500 MW solar power plant with battery storage of equal capacity, launched under an investment cooperation framework between Oman and Botswana to strengthen energy partnership and sustainability.
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has elevated its premium travel experience across all flights connecting Abu Dhabi to Mumbai and New Delhi, both operating four times daily.
Dubai South has announced a new set of incentives for companies operating within its free zone, reinforcing its commitment to supporting the business community and sustaining economic momentum.
Businesses and investors in Saudi Arabia and the UAE are holding firm on their medium-term strategies despite the current situation in the Middle East, supported by intraregional supply chain redesign and increased use of AI, says an HSBC study.
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has presented Project Nightingale, a Coachbuild Collection, an extraordinary production concept of an open two-seat motor car that introduces a dramatic new expression of Rolls-Royce design.
A controversial new sporting venture is challenging one of the most fundamental principles of modern athletics — the ban on performance-enhancing drugs.
Digital Dubai has launched the “AI Workforce Transformation Program (AI+),” a strategic initiative to train 50,000 Dubai Government employees.
Dubai’s retail and warehouse sectors demonstrated resilience and growth in 2025, backed by strong fundamentals including record tourism, population boom and e-commerce activity. Both sectors, however, faced tightening supply conditions that shaped market dynamics throughout the year, said a report.
Growth across the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan (MENAP) region is set to slow sharply in 2026 following the economic shock triggered by the recent US–Israel–Iran war, the International Monetary Fund has warned.
KEO, a leading multidisciplinary consulting firm, and Margulies Hoelzli Architecture (MHA), a leader in data center and mission-critical design, have entered into a strategic partnership to deliver end-to-end data center solutions for developers and investors across the GCC and Europe.
Nissan Motor Co has unveiled a new long-term vision aimed at reshaping its future around artificial intelligence-led mobility and a stronger focus on customer experience.
Art Dubai, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has announced the preliminary list of participants for its 2026 special edition taking place at Madinat Jumeirah from May 15 to 17 May.
Momentum is building toward US-Iran peace talks over the weekend following a possible agreement over Tehran’s nuclear programme and the ceasefire in Lebanon.
