Business & Money | Wednesday 21 January, 2026 7:30 am

How Shariah-compliant banking supports SMEs in MENA

Small and medium-sized enterprises form the backbone of economies in the Middle East and North Africa. Many owners in this region seek financial services that align with Islamic principles. Shariah-compliant banking provides a reliable framework for managing business finances through fairness,...

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Technology & IT | Tuesday 20 January, 2026 3:08 pm

Haier Kicks Off 2026 in Saudi Arabia with Dual Celebrations

Haier Kicks Off 2026 in Saudi Arabia with Dual Celebrations: Partnering for a ‘Brighter Future’ and Inviting the Public to ‘Play with the Number Ones’Dammam/Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – January 12, 2026 – Haier, the world’s leading IoT ecosystem brand and the global No. 1 major appliance...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 20 January, 2026 2:25 pm

Shurooq announces Sharjah Sustainable City II

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), in collaboration with SEE Holding, has announced the launch of Sharjah Sustainable City II, an integrated residential community that elevates eco-friendly urban living. The project builds on the exceptional success of Sharjah Sustainable...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 20 January, 2026 2:21 pm

UAE, Uzbekistan to advance mining sector development, investment cooperation

The UAE Government, represented by the Ministry of Investment, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Uzbekistan to advance the development of Uzbekistan’s mining sector, supporting its sustainable growth, modernisation and long-term economic value creation. The MoU...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 20 January, 2026 2:19 pm

AD Ports Group expands operations in Spain with acquisition of Balenciaga Astilleros Shipyard

AD Ports Group today announced that its subsidiary SAFEEN Drydocks, part of Noatum Maritime, has acquired 100 percent ownership of Balenciaga Astilleros Shipyard, one of Spain’s most established and technologically advanced shipbuilding and repair facilities, for a total consideration of EUR 11.2 ...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 20 January, 2026 2:16 pm

Brand Finance names ADNOC first Emirati Brand to enter global Top 100

ADNOC has been named the first Emirati brand to enter the Top 100 most valuable global brands and retained its position as the UAE's most valuable brand for an eighth consecutive year, according to a new report from Brand Finance, the world's leading independent brand valuation...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 20 January, 2026 2:10 pm

Al Majdiah secures SAR 500M financing from ANB

Dar Al Majed Real Estate Co. (Al Majdiah) signed, on Jan. 19, a Shariah-compliant banking facilities agreement worth SAR 500 million with Arab National Bank (ANB). In a statement to Tadawul, the developer said the agreement aims to support its expansion plans and future projects in accordance...

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Technology & IT | Tuesday 20 January, 2026 1:45 pm

Inside Egypt’s AI Playbook: How Cairo Aims to Lead Africa & the Middle East’s Intelligent Future

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has moved from aspiration to infrastructure in Egypt. Once framed as distant ambition, it is now shaping economic policy, investment priorities, and public debate. Across government, enterprise, and civil society, AI has become a key strategic lever for competitiveness, ...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 20 January, 2026 12:40 pm

GACA launches new Al-Jouf Int'l Airport with 1.6M passengers/year capacity

Abdulaziz Al-Duailej, President of the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), announced the inauguration of the new Al-Jouf International Airport, in the presence of Minister of Transport and Logistics Services Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser and Al-Jouf Province Governor Prince Faisal bin Nawaf...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 20 January, 2026 11:56 am

Al-Falih: FDI up fivefold since Vision 2030 launch

Saudi Arabia has succeeded in offering a mix that provides optimal access to opportunities while addressing risks, with foreign direct investment increasing fivefold compared with pre–Vision 2030 levels, alongside a doubling of domestic investment, Investment Minister Khalid Al-Falih...

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