Qatar Ports Record 5% Growth in Container Handling in February 2026, Reflecting Stable Trade Flows Amid Regional Tensions
Qatar ports saw 5% container growth in Feb 2026, showing resilient trade and stable supply chains despite regional tensions.
UAE-Ecuador Agreement Boosts Latin American Access, Secures 30% Share of Ecuador's Trade with Arab and African Regions
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Regional Escalation Halts Trading in Qatar and Kuwait, Freezes Air Traffic as Saudi Market Remains Active
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KPC Considers $7 Billion Pipeline Stake Sale to Fund Oil Expansion
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PIF Subsidiary 'Jada' Increases Private Credit Investments Amid U.S. Market Volatility
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Empower Signs Design Contract for Fifth District Cooling Plant in Business Bay with 44,000 Refrigeration Tons Capacity
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UAE’s Non-Oil GDP Grows 6.1% in First Nine Months of 2025, Reinforcing Economic Diversification
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Mubadala Energy Expands Presence in East Mediterranean Gas with Stake in Egypt’s Nargis Offshore Concession
Mubadala Energy acquires 15% of Egypt's Nargis offshore gas block, boosting its East Mediterranean presence and long-term investment in Egypt.
Qatar Airways’ New CEO Prioritizes Restoring Airbus Ties Amid Fleet Expansion Strategy
Qatar Airways' new CEO aims to restore Airbus ties, expand fleet to 400 by 2040, and balance orders with Boeing for growth and flexibility.
Dubai Launches 'The Wilds Residences' to Advance Nature-Based Living Model After AED 5 Billion in Phase One Sales
Aldar launches 'The Wilds Residences' in Dubai, focusing on eco-living after AED 5B phase one sales; sales open March 2 to all nationalities.
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