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Dubai Chambers discusses ways to enhance bilateral business ties with China
Dubai: Dubai Chambers recently held a meeting with the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade Fujian Sub-Council (CCPIT Fujian) to explore ways to strengthen bilateral business relations and enhance trade and investment ties between Dubai and China. The meeting was attended by H.E.
Sultan Al Jaber: The pillars of the UAE economy are unshaken
Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, affirmed at the opening of the Make it in the Emirates (MIITE) 2026 exhibition that the UAE has proven over the past years to be an international model in its ability to overcome crises and promote stability and growth. He not
Homegrown returns for Season 3, highlighting Dubai’s changemakers
Dubai: The acclaimed series Homegrown returns for its third season, continuing to spotlight the inspiring stories of entrepreneurs, innovators and creatives shaping Dubai and the wider UAE. The programme will air every Saturday starting 2 May 2026 at 8:00 PM UAE. Building on the success of its firs
Mohammed bin Rashid approves the launch of the National Programme to Strengthen Supply Chain Resilience in the UAE
Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has approved the launch of the National Programme to Strengthen Supply Chain Resilience in the UAE. The programme aims to secure the UAE’s supply of essential food, medical, and industrial
Dubai Chambers equips private sector to navigate UAE contract law through force majeure workshop
Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chambers recently hosted a legal workshop in partnership with Habib Al Mulla and Partners to address the vital issue of force majeure in UAE-governed contracts. The session, which attracted 375 participants from the business community, provided practical guidance on how to read,
Philippine central bank hikes policy rate by 25 basis points
Manila: The Philippine central bank hiked its key interest rate to 4.50% on Thursday to keep a lid on rising inflation, with concerns over spiralling fuel costs overriding the need to keep growth on track. The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas said inflation is expected to reach 6.3% this year, and go
DIEZ reports 19.4% increase in revenue and 17.8% rise in net profit in 2025
Dubai: The Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) announced strong annual results for 2025, reporting a 19.4% increase in revenue and a 17.8% rise in net profit compared to 2024. These results underscore the resilience of its operating model and the strength of its integrated economic eco
Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Mashreq hold open dialogue with 82 private sector representatives to support their financial resilience
Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, recently organised an interactive open dialogue in collaboration with Mashreq with the participation of 82 representatives from the private sector. The session focused on the business c
UAE economy continues global ascent, reports robust growth in early 2026
Abu Dhabi: The UAE economy maintained its upward trajectory during the first months of 2026, supported by the strength of the financial and banking sector and rising foreign trade and investment indicators, according to official data and local and international reports. The UAE has further reinforc
Dubai Chamber of Commerce organises seminar to strengthen logistics cooperation
Dubai: Dubai Chamber of Commerce organised a dialogue session recently in collaboration with the Al Batinah North Governorate branch of the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Held with the goal of strengthening logistics cooperation between the business communities in Dubai and Oman, the discus
Saudi Arabia announces $3b deposit with Pakistan central bank
Saudi Arabia extended a $5 billion deposit with Pakistan 's central bank and announced an additional $3 billion deposit, the Saudi state news agency reported on Thursday. The move comes on the heels of an official visit by the Pakistani prime minister to Saudi Arabia on Wednesday and
Emirates Development Bank injects AED 20 million a day to support UAE businesses
Dubai: The Emirates Development Bank (EDB) has announced an effective financing injection of AED 20 million per day to ensure business continuity across the UAE. In today’s rapidly changing global environment, supply chains are under strain and markets are experiencing sudden shifts, which can dire