NGOs may have slammed the record number of fossil fuel lobbyists at UN climate talks in Dubai, but the industry won’t be browbeaten, with the OPEC cartel hosting a chat on “climate initiatives” and …
Dubai-bound SpiceJet flight diverted to Karachi after medical emergency
A Dubai-bound SpiceJet flight made an emergency landing in Pakistan’s Karachi after a medical emergency on board, the airline said on Tuesday.According to the airlines, a SpiceJet Boeing 737 aircraft …
Remarkable voter turnout on day one of Sharjah Council Polls
Voting for the Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) elections got off to a spirited start on Tuesday, both online at the dedicated website www.eccs.shj.ae and in-person, at nine polling centres spread …
A Call to Earth Special from Abu Dhabi’s mangroves
Part 1 of CNN’s third annual Call to Earth Day from Jubail Mangrove Park, a haven for avian and marine species in the UAE. From this mangrove sanctuary in the heart of Abu Dhabi, CNN’s Becky Anderson, …
UAE freezone looks to boost $133bn construction industry
The event is ongoing at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) until December 7. RAKEZ’s decision to participate in Big 5 Global underlines its dedication to the industry and reflects the opportunities …
Iberdrola, UAE’s Masdar plan to spend €15B on green energy projects
Iberdrola (OTCPK:IBDRY) (OTCPK:IBDSF) and United Arab Emirates clean energy developer Masdar said Tuesday they signed a strategic partnership agreement to spend €15B (~$16.2B) in offshore wind and …
UAE’s Masdar signs $16 billion deal for wind, hydrogen projects in US, Germany
The UAE state-owned renewable energy firm Masdar said it signed a 15 billion euro ($16.2 billion) strategic partnership with Spanish energy giant Iberdrola to evaluate joint development of offshore …
UAE business executives emphasize customer retention at EngageMint Dubai
The recently concluded EngageMint Dubai saw CXOs, CMOs, marketers, and executives of leading organizations discuss customer retention and bring varied, nuanced, sector-specific perspectives …
UAE’s Sustainable Trade Forum engages the private-sector to deliver trade-led solutions at COP28
The Ministry of Economy, in partnership with global fintech company Capital.com and leading Vietnamese electric vehicle producer VinFast, has hosted the Sustainable Trade Forum at COP28 in Dubai’s …
Dubai announces $681m transport investments; air taxis, garden bridge over creek and smart street lights planned
Dubai’s RTA has endorsed public and private sector partnerships to deliver major transport projects to city Dubai will see public and private sectors collaborate on AED2.5bn ($681m) in ambitious …
Dubai International Chamber hosts Big 5 Breakfast Briefing to advance the emirate’s thriving construction sector
Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under Dubai Chambers, has successfully hosted the Big 5 Breakfast Brief …
Oil, gas and coal interests swarm global climate summit in Dubai
More than 2,400 people with ties to the fossil fuel industry are registered to attend COP28, according to a review of U.N. data by an advocacy coalition.
More than 50,000 to vote in Sharjah Consultative Council elections
The voting for Sharjah Consultative Council’s elections has started today and will continue for three days until 8pm on December 7.A total of 51,637 registered voters can cast their ballots remotely …
Sharjah Municipal Council reviews laws’ amendments and drafts
In the presence of Dr Abdullah bin Hamouda Al Ketbi, Deputy Chairman of the Sharjah Municipal Council (SMC), and members of the council, Salem bin Ali Al Muhairi, Chairman of the Sharjah Municipal …
Crypto Miner Phoenix Group’s Shares Surge 35% in Abu Dhabi Stock Market Debut
International Holding Company, which is chaired by Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, brother of UAE president and Abu Dhabi ruler Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, acquired a 10% stake in Phoenix Group in early …
Jeff Zucker and Abu Dhabi Make an Audacious Play for Conservative News in US, UK
An Abu Dhabi fund controlled by a crown prince has paid $1.4 billion to acquire two venerable British publications while their CEO — former CNN boss Jeff Zucker — is facing an uphill battle as the U …
Egyptian billionaire Nassef Sawiris to move family office to Abu Dhabi – report
Egyptian billionaire Nassef Sawiris is moving his family office to Abu Dhabi’s financial center, Bloomberg reported on Tuesday. He joins a wave of prominent investors who have set up operations the …