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Dubai International Airport flights begin to resume after temporary suspension

Mon, 16 Mar 2026

Dubai Airports said flights to and from Dubai International Airport are gradually resuming to selected destinations, following the temporary suspension implemented as a precautionary measure.

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Oil rises as Trump urges nations to help reopen Hormuz

Mon, 16 Mar 2026

Oil prices rose on Monday as investors weighed renewed geopolitical risk despite US President Donald Trump urging other countries to join efforts to secure the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran said the strategic waterway remained open only to countries that are not directly involved in attacks against it.

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Trump warns of more Kharg Island strikes, pushes allies on Hormuz

Sun, 15 Mar 2026

US President Donald ​Trump threatened further strikes on Iran's Kharg Island oil export hub and urged allies to deploy warships to secure the Strait of Hormuz, an artery for global ‌energy supplies, as Tehran vowed to intensify its response.

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Hormuz closure could ripple across global sectors, economies: UNCTAD

Fri, 13 Mar 2026

Shipping disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s busiest maritime corridors, are sending ripple effects far beyond the Middle East, threatening energy markets, freight costs and global supply chains, a United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) study has warned.

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'Double whammy' as oil soars to new highs and trade tensions escalate

Thu, 12 Mar 2026

Markets are facing a 'double whammy' of energy volatility and trade tensions flaring up again, says a financial expert amid escalating conflict involving Iran, while the Trump administration simultaneously launches sweeping new trade investigations targeting many of the world’s largest economies.

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Saudi Arabia to set up University of Arts in Riyadh

Sun, 15 Mar 2026

Saudi Arabia has issued a royal order approving the establishment of the Riyadh University of Arts, an independent educational institution headquartered in Riyadh under the supervision of the Ministry of Culture.

F1 cancels April races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia

Sun, 15 Mar 2026

The Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Formula One Grands Prix will not take place in April as scheduled due to the ongoing situation in the Middle East region, the FIA said.

Middle East tensions spark energy supply chain shock

Sat, 14 Mar 2026

The Middle East conflict is causing an energy-led supply chain shock, with very different effects around the world even as market pricing suggests weeks of disruptions, not days or months, said an expert, stating that this episode adds to inflation risk in a world shaped by supply factors.

Qatar has enough food stocks for 18 months, says minister

Sat, 14 Mar 2026

Qatar has strengthened its strategic food security and the reserves are sufficient to cover the country's needs for 18 months, said Interior Minister Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad Al Thani.

Saudi Arabia readies 500,000-truck fleet for smooth GCC freight movement

Sat, 14 Mar 2026

Saudi Arabia's Transport General Authority said it has mobilised a fleet of over 500,000 trucks to ensure uninterrupted freight movement and supply chain continuity across the country and the wider Gulf region, with the land transport system serving as a vital link between ports, airports and logistics zones.

UAE airports serve 1.4m passengers from March 1 to 12, airline ops reach 44.6%

Sat, 14 Mar 2026

More than 1.4 million passengers used UAE airports between March 1–12, according to the UAE GCAA. National carriers are restoring operations, reaching 44.6% of overall activity compared with operational levels before the current regional tensions.

Trump says military targets on Kharg Island destroyed, threatens to hit oil facilities

Sat, 14 Mar 2026

US President Donald Trump said on Friday American forces had destroyed military targets on Iran’s Kharg Island, Tehran’s main oil export terminal, while warning he could also target the island’s petroleum infrastructure if Iran or its allies continue threatening shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, sending fresh tremors through oil markets.

Dubai issues new law on violations, penalties, administrative measures

Fri, 13 Mar 2026

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister, has issued Law No. 6 of 2026 on violations, penalties, and administrative measures in the Emirate of Dubai, in his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai.

Abu Dhabi expands autonomous taxis operations on Yas Island

Fri, 13 Mar 2026

Abu Dhabi’s Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, has announced the expansion of the commercial operations of autonomous taxi services on Yas Island.

Arada achieves key milestone with Armani Beach Residences unit sale

Mon, 16 Mar 2026

Leading UAE developer Arada has achieved a key milestone with the sale of a five-bedroom residence at Armani Beach Residences at Palm Jumeirah for AED92.5 million ($25 million) to Francis Ngannou, the Cameroonian former UFC heavyweight champion and professional boxer.

Saudi Industrial and Mining Programme Innovators win five medals at Geneva Exhibition

Mon, 16 Mar 2026

A delegation of Saudi innovators from the Innovative Industrial and Mining Products Programme won five international medals at the 2026 Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions, representing Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources.

Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort earns multiple global awards in 2025

Mon, 16 Mar 2026

Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort received multiple international accolades in 2025 from leading global awards programmes, recognising its achievements in hospitality, dining, sustainability, MICE, and entertainment.

Aramex opens first regional healthcare hub at Dubai South Free Zone

Mon, 16 Mar 2026

Aramex, a leading global provider of comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions, has announced the opening of its dedicated regional healthcare and pharmaceutical hub in the Dubai South Free Zone, marking a significant expansion of its capabilities in the fast-growing life sciences and medical supply chain sector.

Hormuz closure could ripple across global sectors, economies: UNCTAD

Fri, 13 Mar 2026

Shipping disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s busiest maritime corridors, are sending ripple effects far beyond the Middle East, threatening energy markets, freight costs and global supply chains, a United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) study has warned.

Arada achieves key milestone with Armani Beach Residences unit sale

Mon, 16 Mar 2026

Leading UAE developer Arada has achieved a key milestone with the sale of a five-bedroom residence at Armani Beach Residences at Palm Jumeirah for AED92.5 million ($25 million) to Francis Ngannou, the Cameroonian former UFC heavyweight champion and professional boxer.

Emirates Drug Establishment sets up task force to support pharma supply chains

Mon, 16 Mar 2026

The Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) has set up a task force comprising 16 strategic partners involved in pharmaceutical and logistics supply chains across the UAE, including drug manufacturers, medical warehouses, storage facilities and logistics providers.

CBSE cancels all Class 12 board exams in the Gulf countries

Sun, 15 Mar 2026

India's Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Sunday cancelled remaining Class 12 board examinations (scheduled between March 16 and April 10), including papers earlier postponed in several West Asian countries including Bahrain and other GCC countries and Iran amid the ongoing regional conflict.

JLL signs up Engie to deliver FM services at key Dubai retail destination

Mon, 16 Mar 2026

Engie Solutions has secured a contract from global real estate leader JLL to deliver fully integrated facilities management services across the B1 Mall in Dubai. The scope of work includes hard and soft services, security operations and specialist technical systems, including chiller plant maintenance.

SICO Capital appoints new Head of Investment Banking

Mon, 16 Mar 2026

SICO Capital, a leading provider of asset management, brokerage, and investment banking services in Riyadh and licensed by the Saudi Capital Market Authority, has appointed Ziad Malak as Head of Investment Banking.

Northstar Telecom partners with HFCL for broadband infrastructure upgrade

Sun, 15 Mar 2026

Northstar Telecom, a leading ICT and telecom solutions provider, has signed an agreement with HFCL, a telecom infrastructure leader, for the strategic standardisation of its Wi-Fi Access Point and Switching infrastructure on the IO by HFCL portfolio across its business and residential broadband services.

Lexus debuts new IS350 with refined performance, design

Mon, 16 Mar 2026

Lexus has announced the arrival of the new IS in the Middle East, marking the latest evolution of the compact front-engine, rear-wheel-drive (FR) sports sedan.

Trump warns of more Kharg Island strikes, pushes allies on Hormuz

Sun, 15 Mar 2026

US President Donald ​Trump threatened further strikes on Iran's Kharg Island oil export hub and urged allies to deploy warships to secure the Strait of Hormuz, an artery for global ‌energy supplies, as Tehran vowed to intensify its response.

Fire reported in Fujairah Oil Industries Zone after drone attack

Mon, 16 Mar 2026

Authorities in Fujairah have confirmed that a major fire broke out in the Fujairah Oil Industries Zone following a drone attack, with no injuries reported.

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