Business & Money | Sunday 9 November, 2025 11:10 am

Family businesses contribute 60% to UAE GDP, says Ministry of Economy and Tourism

The Ministry of Economy and Tourism has affirmed that family businesses contribute around 60 percent of the UAE’s GDP, account for more than 80 percent of employment, and represent nearly 90 percent of all private-sector companies in the country, making them a cornerstone in supporting ‘We the...

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Business & Money | Sunday 9 November, 2025 11:06 am

‘Ajman Municipality’ luanches 8 initiatives supporting entrepreneurship

The Municipality and Planning Department – Ajman (MPDA) has announced the launch of eight quality initiatives supporting entrepreneurship. The initiatives are designed to enhance the investment environment in Ajman and create an integrated business system, aligning with the Ajman Vision 2030 ...

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Business & Money | Sunday 9 November, 2025 11:04 am

TRENDS launches 7 research publications at Sharjah International Book Fair

TRENDS Research & Advisory launched seven new publications during its participation in the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair as a research partner. The initiative comes as part of TRENDS’ commitment to supporting culture and knowledge, strengthening academic research at regional and...

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Business & Money | Sunday 9 November, 2025 10:25 am

Abu Dhabi Forum discusses future investment prospects with Chinese delegation

The Abu Dhabi School of Management (ADSM), an affiliate of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, hosted a forum connecting leading UAE business figures with a Chinese delegation overseeing assets exceeding US$4.2 trillion (CNY30 trillion). The event highlighted strengthening economic and...

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Business & Money | Sunday 9 November, 2025 10:17 am

Etihad Airways, Hong Kong Airlines launch codeshare programme, sign reciprocal loyalty partnership agreement

Etihad Airways and Hong Kong Airlines have launched a codeshare partnership and established a reciprocal loyalty agreement. The loyalty agreement was signed during an event in Hong Kong, coinciding with the arrival of Etihad’s inaugural flight from Abu Dhabi to Hong Kong International...

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Business & Money | Sunday 9 November, 2025 9:46 am

Retal signs SAR 972M contract with subsidiary to build 901 housing units in Jubail

Retal Urban Development Co. signed, on Nov. 6, a contract with Building Construction Co. (BCC) to develop 901 residential units (villas) for a project owned by Jubail and Yanbu Industrial Cities Services Co. (JABEEN) in Jubail City, at a total value of SAR 972 million, excluding...

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Business & Money | Friday 7 November, 2025 2:14 pm

Get Everything Ready for Launching in the Gulf Region: Accounting, E-commerce, Domains

The Middle East is one of the most dynamic and fast-growing regions for entrepreneurs and digital innovators. With strong economic diversification efforts and a tech-savvy population, the Gulf region offers vast opportunities for businesses looking to establish a digital presence. To succeed,...

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Business & Money | Thursday 6 November, 2025 3:38 pm

Gulf International Bank – Saudi Arabia Completes USD 500 Million International Additional Tier 1 Bond Issuance

 (“GIB Saudi Arabia”) has successfully priced a USD 500 million Additional Tier 1 (AT1) bond under its USD 1.5 billion AT1 Capital Note Programme. The proceeds will be used to strengthen the Bank’s capital base, diversify its funding sources, and advance its strategic objectives in...

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Business & Money | Thursday 6 November, 2025 12:03 pm

7X, Zelostech launch AutoLogiX for autonomous transport in Middle East

7X, the trade, transport, and logistics group, launched ‘Autologix Smarttech LLC (AutoLogiX), a joint venture established with Zelostech, a leading global company specialising in autonomous vehicle technologies. This venture lays the foundation for an integrated logistics ecosystem, which...

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Business & Money | Thursday 6 November, 2025 12:01 pm

Sharjah, Arab-Portuguese chambers of commerce & industry discuss expanding trade, investment cooperation

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) held a high-level meeting with a delegation from the Arab-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIAP) to discuss strengthening trade and investment links between the business communities of Sharjah and Portugal. The discussions focused on...

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