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Batelco by Beyon has partnered with Bahrain-based e-procurement platform Procural to digitise sourcing and tendering, with the companies saying the system will improve procurement transparency and expand opportunities for smaller suppliers.
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Oman has signed open-skies air-services agreements with Botswana and Angola, adding regulatory frameworks for unlimited direct flights, passenger and cargo network growth and codeshare cooperation as Muscat deepens aviation links with Africa.
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Qatar has launched Doha Investment, a QIA-owned platform that will manage domestic holdings, support national champions and seek greater private-sector participation across priority non-hydrocarbon sectors.
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The UAE has been recognized as a Strategic Partner of the Pacific Islands Forum, joining 12 existing partners after a decision confirmed at the 55th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting in Koror, Palau.
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Oman’s Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion says businesses must obtain approval before producing National Day merchandise featuring the Sultan’s image, national flag, emblem or map, with applications due by 15 October.
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The fourth Ajman Real Estate Investment Exhibition concluded with 994 transactions worth AED699 million and 15,671 visitors over four days, according to the Ajman Land and Real Estate Regulation Department.
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Areen Hospitality CEO Essa Faqeeh was ranked No. 69 on Forbes Middle East’s 2026 list of the region’s Top 100 Travel and Tourism Leaders, recognising his role in Bahrain’s hospitality sector and wider industry experience.
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UAE Minister of State Saeed Al Hajeri and Lord Mervyn Davies discussed priorities for the UAE–UK Business Council, including AI, healthcare, tourism, culture, hospitality and preparations for an October plenary meeting in London.
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Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Citi Chair and CEO Jane Fraser in Abu Dhabi for talks on banking cooperation, financial solutions and support for sustainable economic growth.
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India’s Odisha state used a high-level Dubai visit to secure five MoUs and eight investment intents with an estimated potential of $880 million and 14,310 jobs across technology, logistics, metals, food processing and other sectors.
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Nirvana Holding highlights how the UAE's multifaceted travel options successfully address the shifting preferences of global travelers.
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Dubai's hospitality sector continues to expand with new hotel openings and refurbishments, reflecting strong investor trust and driving progress toward the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 goals.
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The UAE is participating in the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi as a full member, highlighting its growing role in global trade. The nation's non-oil trade with BRICS members grew 28.5 percent in 2025, reaching over $312 billion.
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The Dubai Chamber of Commerce recently hosted an event for 65 new member companies, highlighting its comprehensive support services. The session introduced participants to tools for improving business competitiveness, digital platforms, mediation services, international expansion initiatives, and the emirate's Cashless Strategy.
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Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Commerce has issued a recall for 51 Toyota Supra vehicles from the 2026 model year because of a defect in the spare tire that prevents it from being installed and used during emergencies.
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During his opening address at the fourth "Governments as Incubators for Tolerance" conference in Dubai, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan highlighted how tolerance serves as vital capital that ensures investment stability, economic prosperity, and sustainable growth.
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The United Arab Emirates represents an exemplary investment model due to its robust system for drawing global capital and diversifying its domestic and international assets, according to Dr. Khaled Hanafy, Secretary-General of the Union of Arab Chambers, during the AIM Congress 2026 in Dubai.
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The Ajman Transport Authority and other key local entities are participating in the AIM Investment Summit 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The unified pavilion aims to attract foreign investment, highlight competitive advantages, and showcase transport and economic opportunities in the emirate.
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Gabon's President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema met with UAE Minister of Foreign Trade Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi in Libreville to advance bilateral trade and investment under their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement signed in February 2026.
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Saudi Arabia's Council of Economic and Development Affairs reviewed Q1 2026 performance reports, highlighting the resilience of the Saudi economy under Vision 2030, a low inflation rate of 1.8 percent, and progress in privatizing health services.
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The Ajman Department of Tourism, Culture and Media has wrapped up a promotional tour across India, visiting Mumbai, Chennai, and Hyderabad. The initiative aimed to boost visitor numbers and introduce the 'Ajman Partner' Tourism Growth Incentive Programme to major Indian travel trade operators.
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The Saudi Ministry of Tourism has been named the strategic partner for the first WTM Spotlight Riyadh, scheduled for September 2026. The collaboration aims to accelerate local tourism growth, attract international investments, and foster global partnerships in alignment with the economic objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.
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Saudi Arabia's Real Estate General Authority (REGA) has cautioned brokers and service providers that breaking industry rules could lead to license cancellation or suspension, alongside financial penalties reaching up to SR200,000.
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Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Commerce conducted over 20,000 inspection tours in August to monitor compliance with regulations during the 2026 commercial discount season, which runs from early August until October 31.
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The UAE Central Bank’s 2025 insurance-sector report shows total assets reached AED164.9 billion, up 6.1%, while gross written premiums increased 14.9% to AED74.8 billion.
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