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Economy

Shurooq unveils Al Faya Retreat expansion at ATM 2026

Photo Credit : WAM The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has announced a major expansion of Al Faya Retreat during its 19th consecutive participation at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, with the property’s accommodation capacity set to increase from five rooms to 20 units by the fourth quarter of 2026. The expansion is part […]
Tech UAE

Khazna Data Centres and Siemens Sign MoU to Advance Next-Generation AI Data Centre Technologies

Photo Credit : WAM Khazna Data Centres and Siemens have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore advanced technologies and infrastructure solutions designed to support the next generation of artificial intelligence data centres. The agreement was signed during the UAE-Germany Business Forum in Munich and outlines several areas of potential cooperation, including
XRG
Economy

XRG Completes Acquisition of Stake in Southern Gas Corridor

Photo Credit : WAM XRG has completed the acquisition of an equity stake in Southern Gas Corridor CJSC (SGC) from Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Economy after fulfilling all conditions and securing the required regulatory approvals. The transaction marks a major step in XRG’s strategy to build an integrated and resilient natural gas platform across the Caspian […]
Finance

Reimagining finance: DIFC to convene global leaders across banking, private markets, asset management, FinTech, public policy and sustainability at Dubai Future Finance Week

Already confirmed and growing: over 850 speakers through a coordinated programme of 85+ events, including 12 signature forums, held over 14 stages, making Dubai Future Finance Week the region’s largest gathering for the global finance industry The inaugural Dubai Future Finance Week, led by DIFC, is being held between 2 and 6 November 2026 Held […]
Events UAE

Abu Dhabi to Host Alzheimer’s Disease Continuum Event on September 19

Photo Credit : WAM Abu Dhabi will host the Alzheimer’s Disease Continuum evening event on September 19, 2026, bringing together healthcare leaders, clinicians, patients and caregivers to discuss improving Alzheimer’s diagnosis, care and long-term support across the UAE and wider Gulf region. The event is being organised by Eli Lilly and Company (Lilly) in partnership […]
Economy

Mubadala Announces US$1 Billion Investment in Luckin Coffee

Photo Credit : WAM Mubadala Investment Company, the Abu Dhabi-based global investor, has agreed to make a significant minority investment in Luckin Coffee alongside Centurium Capital, the company’s controlling shareholder. The transaction has an aggregate value of approximately US$1 billion. The investment reflects Mubadala’s growing focus on China’s consumer sector, where
Business Real Estate

Dubai Holding Awards Landmark AED5 Billion Construction Contract for New HQ and Jumeirah Residences

H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Holding, has witnessed the signing of a landmark AED5 billion construction contract between Dubai Holding and China State Construction Engineering Corporation Middle East (CSCEC ME). The agreement covers the development of Dubai Holding’s new headquarters and Jumeirah Residences Emirates Towers, marking the largest