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ADNOC to accelerate growth strategy; set to award $55bn new projects

Sun, 03 May 2026

ADNOC on Sunday confirmed that it is accelerating growth and delivery of its strategy with AED200 billion ($55 billion) in new project awards for 2026-2028.

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IRAN MULLS NEW LAW ON HROMUZ

Trump says will review Iran's 14-point proposal soon

Sun, 03 May 2026

US President Donald Trump said he will soon review Iran's new 14-point proposal for peace, adding that he “can’t imagine that it would be acceptable.”

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TRUMP BYPASSES CONGRESS REVIEW

US approves $8.6bn military sales to Middle East allies

Sat, 02 May 2026

US President Donald Trump's administration has bypassed congressional review to approve $8.6 billion military ‌sales to Middle Eastern allies Israel, Qatar, Kuwait and the UAE. These include Patriot air and missile defence replenishment services costing $4.01 billion and APKWS, a laser-guided weapons kit.

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COMMENT

Iran must stop lies and hostility

Fri, 01 May 2026

The message attributed to Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei comes as a recycled political narrative, built on repeating claims and falsehoods about the Arab Gulf states, in an attempt to impose a one-sided vision on a region undergoing major developmental and strategic transformations, writes Anwar Abdulrahman in a comment in the Gulf Daily News, our sister newspaper.

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SUSTAINABLE PEACE MUST

Iran sends new proposals for peace talks to Pakistan

Fri, 01 May 2026

Iran has delivered its latest proposal for negotiations to end the war with US to Pakistan, a mediator, said IRNA news agency.

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Dana Gas says all overdue receivables settled by Egypt

Fri, 01 May 2026

Dana Gas, the Middle East’s largest regional private sector natural gas company, today announced it has received an additional payment of $20 million from Egypt, with all overdue receivables now fully settled.

Oil continues upward trend as US, Iran harden stances

Fri, 01 May 2026

Oil prices extended their rally on Friday as geopolitical tensions around Strait of Hormuz remained unresolved, with both Iran and the United States showing no signs of de-escalation.

Oman sets up Artificial Intelligence Special Zone

Fri, 01 May 2026

His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman has issued a Royal Decree establishing an Artificial Intelligence Special Zone in the Governorate of Muscat, Oman News Agency (ONA) reported.

Beyon's Q1 revenue soars to $313m; net profit down

Thu, 30 Apr 2026

Bahrain-based international technology group Beyon has recorded solid revenue growth for the first quarter hitting BD119 million ($313 million), up from last year's figure of BD117 million ($307 million), primarily driven by growth in digital services, while its net profit fell 15% to BD15.3 million ($40.6 million).

Air India Express resumes flights to Bahrain, Qatar

Thu, 30 Apr 2026

Air India Express, India’s international value carrier, has announced the reinstatement of operations to Qatar and Bahrain, along with additional flights to the UAE, Oman and Saudi Arabia, starting April 30.

Mashreq Bank posts Q1 net profit before tax of $626m

Thu, 30 Apr 2026

Mashreq Bank, one of the leading financial institutions in the MENA region, has delivered a strong first-quarter performance, with operating income growing to AED3.4 billion ($925.8 million) and net profit before tax increasing to AED2.3 billion ($626.28 million).

Saudi Arabia unveils $2bn 'Jewel of the Bride' project in Jeddah

Thu, 30 Apr 2026

Saudi Arabia has announced the launch of its largest private sector residential development - Jawharat Al Arous (Arabic for Jewel of the Bride) - being developed at an investment of SAR8 billion ($2.1 billion). Spanning 107 million sq m, it boasts 18 residential neighbourhoods that will house over 700,000 citizens as well as more than 80,000 prime plots.

Dubai eases visa rules, scraps minimum property value requirement

Thu, 30 Apr 2026

Dubai has moved to further ease residency access for foreign property investors, updating rules to make visa eligibility more flexible.

Euro Consult snaps up design contract for 10 New Dammam bridges

Thu, 30 Apr 2026

Euro Consult, an international multi-disciplinary engineering/consulting company, has announced that it has been awarded a major design contract by Saudi real estate group Adel for 10 new bridges within the masterplan of its New Dammam project in the kingdom's Eastern Province.

ADNOC to accelerate growth strategy; set to award $55bn new projects

Sun, 03 May 2026

ADNOC on Sunday confirmed that it is accelerating growth and delivery of its strategy with AED200 billion ($55 billion) in new project awards for 2026-2028.

Opec+ to raise oil output by 188,000 barrels

Sun, 03 May 2026

Seven OPEC+ countries will raise oil output targets by 188,000 barrels per day in June, the third consecutive ​monthly increase, OPEC+ said in a statement.

EgyptAir takes delivery of first Boeing 737 MAX jet

Sun, 03 May 2026

EgyptAir, the Egyptian national airline, took delivery of its first Boeing 737 MAX. The 737-8 is the first of 18 airplanes leased from SMBC Aviation Capital to be delivered.

Abu Dhabi opens solar-powered Al Dhannah Harbour after key upgrade

Sat, 02 May 2026

Abu Dhabi has announced the opening of its first fully integrated solar-powered community port - Al Dhannah Community Harbour - following its modernisation and expansion, adding key facilities including a public marina with 16 berths, 99 dry-parking spaces and two boat maintenance units.

Iran must stop lies and hostility

Fri, 01 May 2026

The message attributed to Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei comes as a recycled political narrative, built on repeating claims and falsehoods about the Arab Gulf states, in an attempt to impose a one-sided vision on a region undergoing major developmental and strategic transformations, writes Anwar Abdulrahman in a comment in the Gulf Daily News, our sister newspaper.

Durar Group awards main contract for Missoni-branded homes in RAK

Tue, 28 Apr 2026

UAE-based Durar Group has appointed Ali & Sons as the main contractor for its flagship branded residential development - Moonstone Interiors by Missoni - on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah. A premium development, it features 226 sea-facing residences along with key amenities.

WHX Tech to take place alongside World Health Expo in January in Dubai

Fri, 01 May 2026

The next edition of WHX Tech will take place from January 27–29, 2027 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). The event will run alongside World Health Expo (WHX), the flagship global healthcare event.

Qatar Academy - Sidra project on track for H2 completion

Thu, 23 Apr 2026

Qatar's Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has announced that over 90% work is now complete at Sidra - Education City project and is on track for opening by year-end. Spanning 74,000 sq m, the key educational facility features a main two-storey building with classrooms and multi-purpose halls.

UAE's planned e-invoicing system to strengthen digital economy

Sun, 03 May 2026

The UAE’s private sector is getting ready to implement mandatory e-invoicing in phases from July 1, 2026, that is expected to reduce downtime, increase transparency, and improve the collection of Value-Added Tax (VAT) and Corporate Tax.

UAE's planned e-invoicing system to strengthen digital economy

Sun, 03 May 2026

The UAE’s private sector is getting ready to implement mandatory e-invoicing in phases from July 1, 2026, that is expected to reduce downtime, increase transparency, and improve the collection of Value-Added Tax (VAT) and Corporate Tax.

WHX Tech to take place alongside World Health Expo in January in Dubai

Fri, 01 May 2026

The next edition of WHX Tech will take place from January 27–29, 2027 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). The event will run alongside World Health Expo (WHX), the flagship global healthcare event.

Global sales of electric cars weaken in Q1, says report

Sat, 02 May 2026

Global sales of electric cars weakened during the first quarter with the top markets of China and US leading the sales decline. In 43 key markets analysed by the consulting firm PwC, the number of electric cars sold was 1% lower than in the same period in 2025, at just under 2.7 million.

Qatar Toy Festival to return in July

Fri, 01 May 2026

Qatar Calendar has announced the return of the Qatar Toy Festival (QTF) in July under the slogan ‘More to Imagine, A Whole World of Fun’.

US orders withdrawal of 5,000 US soldiers from Germany

Sat, 02 May 2026

In a surprise move, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered the withdrawal of around 5,000 US soldiers stationed in Germany, the Pentagon said on Friday. Following this, Nato said it was "working" with Washington to understand the reason for the troop reduction.

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