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Arabian Post Staff -DubaiRome hosted high-level talks between the United Arab Emirates and Italy as both sides explored ways to expand economic cooperation and deepen strategic ties across trade, energy, investment and technology sectors. Discussions centred on strengthening an already growing partnership between the Gulf state and one of Europe’s largest economies, reflecting a broader push by both governments to widen collaboration in a shifting geopolitical and economic landscape.Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiAjman has intensified efforts to attract visitors from Europe after the emirate’s tourism authority signed a cooperation agreement with German travel company Vtours to expand its presence in one of Europe’s largest outbound travel markets.Officials from Ajman’s Department of Tourism Development confirmed the partnership is designed to strengthen the emirate’s visibility in Germany through joint marketing initiatives and expanded travel packages. The arrangement is expected to integrate Ajman more prominently into Vtours’ tourism offerings, giving German

Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Emirates Auction has joined the Edge of Life campaign as a strategic partner in an effort aimed at helping rescue five million children from severe hunger, strengthening a humanitarian initiative designed to mobilise resources and support global programmes targeting malnutrition and food insecurity.The campaign brings together humanitarian organisations and philanthropic partners working to address the escalating crisis of childhood hunger, particularly across regions affected by conflict, economic instability and climate shocks. Organisers say the programme seeks

Arabian Post Staff -Dubai AD Ports Group signalled that shifting maritime routes in the Gulf could lift cargo volumes across its international network, as shipping lines adjust operations amid heightened security concerns near the Strait of Hormuz.The Abu Dhabi-based ports and logistics operator said diversion of vessels away from the narrow waterway may increase activity across terminals and logistics assets managed by the company in several regions. Executives indicated that the group’s expanding global footprint positions it to absorb redirected

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiNasdaq Dubai reopened for trading at 10.00am Gulf Standard Time on Wednesday after a temporary suspension ordered by regulators, restoring activity on one of the region’s key international financial exchanges and signalling efforts by authorities to stabilise markets during a period of heightened geopolitical tension.The reopening was confirmed by the Dubai Financial Services Authority, the independent regulator overseeing financial services in the Dubai International Financial Centre. Trading had been paused on 2 and 3 March as

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiQatarEnergy, the state-owned energy company of Qatar, has halted production at its liquefied natural gas export facilities following Iranian drone strikes, triggering a major surge in global gas prices and underscoring vulnerabilities in energy markets. The suspension of operations at the Ras Laffan and Mesaieed Industrial City complexes, which together constitute the largest LNG export infrastructure in the world, has removed roughly one-fifth of the world’s export capacity from the global supply chain, compounding supply

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiAmazon’s cloud operations in the United Arab Emirates were hit by power and connectivity failures after unidentified objects struck a data centre site, triggering a fire that forced authorities to cut electricity to parts of the facility and disrupting services across the region.Amazon Web Services, the cloud-computing arm of Amazon, said on its public status page that two clusters of data centres in the UAE were taken offline as emergency crews worked to contain the blaze

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiGold prices climbed to fresh highs this week, intensifying debate across financial markets after social media accounts claimed the metal had surged beyond $5,400 an ounce. Trading data from major exchanges, however, show bullion advancing strongly but remaining well below that level, underscoring the volatility and misinformation that often accompany sharp market moves.Spot gold has been hovering near record territory above the $2,400 mark per troy ounce, supported by geopolitical tensions, central bank purchases and expectations

Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Major airports across the Gulf and wider Middle East continued to experience widespread flight cancellations and operational standstills as the airspace turmoil triggered by intensified military strikes on Iran extended into Monday. Key civil aviation hubs, including Dubai International, Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International and Doha’s Hamad International, remained shut or under severe restrictions, disrupting global air traffic flows and stranding tens of thousands of travellers. The unprecedented aviation disruption coincides with retaliatory attacks following a U.

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiThe Asian Football Confederation has postponed a series of high-profile continental club fixtures in the West Region, including the coveted match between Cristiano Ronaldo’s Saudi club Al Nassr and Emirati side Al Wasl that was due to be played in Dubai this week, as escalating tensions in the Middle East disrupt sporting calendars. The governing body announced that first-leg ties in the AFC Champions League Elite and key quarter-finals in the AFC Champions League Two and

Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Saudi Arabia’s benchmark Tadawul All Share Index suffered a sharp sell-off at the open of trading on Sunday, with equities tumbling more than 4 per cent as geopolitical conflict tied to escalating tensions involving Iran and Western forces rattled investor confidence across the Gulf. Traders dumped risk assets within the first minutes of trading, driving the benchmark down to levels not seen in months and signalling heightened fear over regional stability and economic outlook. Gulf financial

Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai Customs has unveiled a Corporate Resilience Programme aimed at bolstering institutional preparedness, strengthening risk management frameworks and safeguarding long-term operational sustainability as the emirate deepens its role as a global trade hub.The initiative forms part of the authority’s broader strategy to future-proof customs operations against geopolitical shifts, supply chain disruptions and rapid technological change. Officials said the programme will integrate resilience principles across departments, embedding proactive risk identification, crisis response planning and business continuity mechanisms

Arabian Post Staff -Dubai UAE has activated an advanced national crisis management system aligned with international standards, according to Ali Saeed Al Neyadi, Chairman of the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority, outlining a coordinated action plan designed to strengthen preparedness and response across federal and local entities.Speaking in Abu Dhabi, Al Neyadi detailed how the authority’s integrated framework brings together early warning mechanisms, unified command structures and rapid deployment protocols to address emergencies ranging from natural disasters to

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiPaySelect is deepening its footprint across the Gulf’s hospitality sector as hotels and restaurant groups seek greater control over cross-border collections, currency management and settlement transparency.Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, the paytech platform has positioned itself as an intermediary between hospitality operators and a fragmented ecosystem of payment gateways, acquiring banks and foreign exchange providers. Executives say the model is designed to help operators benchmark costs and performance across multiple corridors, particularly as international travel

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiCrown Prince Mohammed bin Salman held a telephone conversation on Saturday with US President Donald Trump, as Washington condemned missile launches targeting the Kingdom that were intercepted by Saudi air defences.According to the Saudi Press Agency, Trump described the missile attacks as blatant and reaffirmed US support for Saudi Arabia’s security. He pledged backing for measures taken by Riyadh to counter what were characterised as Iranian violations undermining regional stability.The call comes amid heightened tensions across

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiEtihad Rail’s passenger service is taking shape as the United Arab Emirates’ newest intercity transport option, promising fast, comfortable and reliable rail travel across the country when it begins operations in 2026. Designed as a modern alternative to long-distance driving, the network will link 11 cities and regions with trains capable of carrying around 400 passengers at speeds up to 200 km/h, targeting both daily commuters and leisure travellers alike.The ambitious project reflects a shift

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiDubai’s largest paid public parking operator has asked the Roads and Transport Authority to revise its tariff grid and seasonal card structure, a move that could lift the weighted average fee motorists pay across the city.Parkin confirmed on Wednesday that it submitted a formal request to the RTA earlier this month, proposing adjustments to standard parking charges and to the pricing of long-term permits. The company said any changes would require regulatory approval and would be

Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Metal Park, the integrated downstream metals ecosystem based in Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi, has entered a strategic agreement with Germany’s Frindt Consulting to roll out digital laser cutting services aimed at reshaping fabrication workflows across the Gulf.The collaboration is designed to embed advanced digital platforms into Metal Park’s production network, enabling automated order processing, real-time design optimisation and precision-driven laser cutting tailored to industrial clients. Executives from both companies said the partnership would combine Metal

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiFynd, the Mumbai-headquartered AI-native retail technology company backed by Reliance Retail Ventures Limited, has formally entered the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with a strategic push to drive unified commerce among leading retailers and enterprise brands. The company’s launch in Riyadh is anchored in partnerships with established local players such as NICE, where its technology is already being used to enhance omnichannel operations, bridging physical stores with digital sales and backend logistics systems. This move positions

Arabian Post Staff -Dubai A labour court in Abu Dhabi has ordered a public relations manager to repay Dh290,383 to his former employer after judges found that funds entrusted to him for official purposes were misused and retained unlawfully. The ruling underscores the judiciary’s strict stance on financial misconduct and breach of trust within companies, holding employees accountable when entrusted authority is abused.The court found that the manager, who had been employed under an open-ended contract with a total

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiMotorists who fail to stop for pedestrians at designated crossings in Sharjah face a Dh500 fine and black traffic points, as authorities intensify efforts to curb road fatalities and reinforce a culture of shared responsibility on the emirate’s streets.Sharjah Police have renewed warnings that drivers must yield at zebra crossings and other marked pedestrian areas, stressing that the penalty is not merely punitive but part of a broader safety strategy. Under federal traffic regulations, motorists who

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiDubai Electricity and Water Authority has been named Strategic Sustainability Partner for the Arab Media Summit 2026, strengthening the event’s environmental agenda as organisers position the gathering as a platform aligned with the UAE’s long-term climate commitments.Dubai Press Club, which organises the Arab Media Summit, confirmed the partnership ahead of the next edition scheduled to take place in Dubai under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE

Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai-based Emirates Gold has marked 34 years in the precious metals industry by outlining plans to deepen its refining capacity, expand international partnerships and strengthen its role in shaping the region’s bullion trade by 2026.Founded in 1992, the company has grown from a local refinery into one of the Middle East’s established minting and gold refining firms, operating from Dubai Multi Commodities Centre. Over more than three decades, it has supplied bullion bars and minted products

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiDubai Lynx is expanding its academies programme as its partnership with Publicis Groupe Middle East enters a fourth year, signalling a sustained push to cultivate creative talent across the region’s communications industry.Organisers of the annual Dubai Lynx Festival, widely regarded as the Middle East and North Africa’s leading platform for creative excellence, confirmed that Publicis Groupe Middle East will continue as the official sponsor of the Dubai Lynx Academies. The initiative is designed to identify and

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiPrediction-market operator Kalshi has taken the unusual step of punishing a YouTube creator’s staff member and a political figure for using non-public information to gain an edge on its platform, underscoring regulatory and fairness challenges in a sector growing quickly but still grappling with governance and surveillance weaknesses. Kalshi confirmed that it fined and suspended a video editor associated with MrBeast — one of the world’s biggest YouTube channels — after internal systems flagged the employee’s

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiLu Daopei Medical has joined forces with Florence Nightingale Hospital Group in Turkey to establish what the partners describe as the Middle East and North Africa’s first dedicated CAR-T stem cell therapy centre, targeting severe forms of leukaemia including paediatric cases. The initiative, backed by Investcorp through its China Pre-IPO Healthcare Fund, signals a push to expand advanced cellular immunotherapy beyond traditional hubs in the United States, Europe and East Asia.The new facility, to be based

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiParkin Company PJSC, Dubai’s principal paid public parking operator, closed the final quarter of 2025 with its strongest earnings performance to date, propelled by an aggressive expansion of paid-for parking spaces and a strategic tariff overhaul that has reshaped the city’s urban mobility revenue landscape. The firm reported a net profit of Dh183.6m for the fourth quarter of 2025, a 53 per cent increase compared with the same quarter in the prior year, while revenue surged

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiHeathrow’s chief executive has acknowledged that Istanbul Airport is poised to overtake the London hub as Europe’s busiest airport, intensifying pressure on the UK’s long-debated expansion plans. Thomas Woldbye told journalists that capacity constraints at Heathrow, coupled with Istanbul’s rapid growth and multi-runway architecture, were shaping a shift in continental air traffic rankings that could materialise as early as 2026 or 2027. This development forms a central plank of Heathrow’s argument for building a third runway,

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiKhalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi has launched construction of a AED150 million baby food manufacturing facility aimed at strengthening food security, expanding local production and easing supply concentration risks in the Gulf’s infant nutrition market.The project, located within KEZAD’s industrial ecosystem in Abu Dhabi, is expected to produce a range of infant and toddler nutrition products, including powdered milk formula and fortified baby foods. Officials said the facility will serve domestic demand while positioning the emirate

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiUnited Arab Emirates has published detailed electronic invoicing guidelines as authorities accelerate plans to introduce a nationwide digital billing system aimed at modernising tax compliance and improving transparency across the economy.The Ministry of Finance said the official reference document sets out the technical, operational and compliance framework that businesses must follow as the country moves towards mandatory eInvoicing. The guidance forms a central pillar of the broader digital transformation of the federal tax system and is

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiRed Sea Museum has unveiled an expansive Ramadan programme in Historic Jeddah, bringing together craft workshops, storytelling sessions, performances and community gatherings to mark the holy month against the backdrop of a major maritime exhibition opening this season.The series, running from February through March 2026, is designed to celebrate heritage, creativity and collective memory. Organisers say the initiative seeks to deepen public engagement with the cultural legacy of the Red Sea while reinforcing the museum’s role

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiJTI has secured its Global Top Employer certification for 2026, marking another year of recognition for its workforce policies and signalling steady gains in employee engagement, leadership development and workplace culture across its international operations.The tobacco and nicotine products group, which operates in more than 70 markets, said the renewed certification reflects year-on-year improvements in areas ranging from talent acquisition and career progression to diversity, equity and inclusion. The accolade is awarded by the Top Employers

Arabian Post Staff -DubaiDubai Electricity and Water Authority has opened discussions with a visiting United States delegation to expand cooperation in sustainable power, hydrogen and advanced energy technologies, underscoring Dubai’s ambition to position itself at the forefront of the global energy transition.Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and Chief Executive of DEWA, held talks in Dubai with Robert Hertzberg, senior fellow at Mission Possible Partnership and board member of First Public Hydrogen, focusing on areas that include green hydrogen

Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai’s Museum of the Future has welcomed more than five million visitors since opening its doors on 22 February 2022, marking a milestone that underscores its growing role as a global platform for innovation, science and cultural dialogue.Situated along Sheikh Zayed Road, the torus-shaped landmark has become one of the city’s most recognisable institutions, blending immersive exhibitions with research-driven initiatives. Officials said the visitor tally reflects sustained international interest, with tourists and residents accounting for a