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SKYSRAPER CRASHES IN BANGKOK
Scores dead, many missing as quakes rock Myanmar, Thailand
At least 25 people were killed in Myanmar and one in Thailand, while 43 others were missing after a skyscraper collapsed in capital Bangkok following a strong 7.7 magnitude earthquake with an epicentre in Myanmar's Sagaing region, said media reports.
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Modon, Elsewedy to launch new industrial zone in Egypt
Abu Dhabi-based Modon Holding has announced that it has signed an agreement with Egypt’s Elsewedy Industrial Development for the setting up of a new industrial zone servicing the Ras El Hekma megaproject in Egypt.
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50-YEAR AGREEMENT
AD Ports, Oylz in deal to set up petchem facility in Khalifa Port
AD Ports has signed a 50-year agreement with UAE-based Oylz Terminals to develop a world-class clean petroleum storage facility in Khalifa Port, facilitating global trade, logistics, and industry.
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ANALYSIS
UAE economy resilient amid global trade war, says expert
As uncertainty lingers over the transition from trade wars to trade deals with the US, global economic confidence remains shaken. However, UAE’s economy remains resilient thanks to stable investment climate and strong global ties.
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INSIGHT
Energy leaders’ net-zero optimism fades as focus shifts to ROI
Despite record-breaking global investments in clean energy last year, the leaders of the companies tasked with delivering on the transition have become less optimistic about when the world will achieve net-zero carbon emissions, according to a survey.
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RSG unit announces three branded residential projects
Red Sea Residences, a part of leading integrated Saudi real estate developer Red Sea Global (RSG), has unveiled its branded residential offerings - Nujuma (a Ritz-Carlton Reserve), Jumeirah and Miraval - at its Red Sea destination.
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Jacob & Co. unveils first World Is Yours Salman Khan watch
Jacob & Co., the globally renowned high jewellery, high watchmaking brand, has launched a limited edition in 'The World Is Yours Dual Time Zone' collection, created in collaboration with Bollywood superstar and style icon of Indian cinema Salman Khan.
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Global energy demand growth surges to twice of recent average
Global energy demand grew at a faster-than-average pace in 2024 as the consumption of electricity rose around the world – with increased supply of renewables and natural gas covering the majority of additional energy needs, according to a new IEA report.
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Gulf Mercantile Exchange marks first trade on ACE
Gulf Mercantile Exchange (GME), a leading international energy futures and commodities exchange in the Middle East, has announced the first trade on its Alternative Crude Ecosystem (ACE), thus setting a new era for Middle East crude trading.
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UAE economy resilient amid global trade war, says expert
As uncertainty lingers over the transition from trade wars to trade deals with the US, global economic confidence remains shaken. However, UAE’s economy remains resilient thanks to stable investment climate and strong global ties.
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AD Ports unit, Indra to develop solutions for EMEA ports
AD Ports Group said its digital arm, Maqta Technologies has entered into a deal with Spain's Indra Group to explore opportunities for jointly offering digitalisation services for ports, logistics and trade across Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).
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Kleindienst completes work on 264-key Dubai hotel property
UAE-based Kleindienst Group said work has been completed on its Nice-inspired hotel located at the Heart of Europe, a key waterfront development within its World Islands, off the coast of Dubai. The 264-key property offers deluxe and premium rooms.
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EDGE LIF in deal to empower local talent with innovative programme
EDGE, a leading advanced technology group, said one of its key units, EDGE LIF, has forged a partnership with leading consulting and training firm QuantaSim to empower local talent with its innovative engineering bootcamp.
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Shebara Resort featured on TIME's World's Greatest Places List
Shebara, a premium resort owned by Red Sea Global (RSG), has made it to World's Greatest Places 2025 list by TIME Magazine. The listing highlights it as a one-of-a-kind destination offering the perfect blend of luxury, sustainability and natural beauty.
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All-new Audi A5 arrives in Saudi Arabia
Audi Saudi Arabia has welcomed the new Audi A5 and S5 models to the region. Embodying sophisticated design, exhilarating performance, and cutting-edge technology, the Audi A5 lineup represents a bold evolution from the iconic A4 nameplate.
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Saudi communities creating greener, more sustainable kingdom
Communities across Saudi Arabia are driving meaningful environmental change through initiatives ranging from sustainable neighbourhoods to nature reserves, demonstrating the power of local action in fulfilling the kingdom's green ambition, said experts.
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Saudi Arabia completes restoration of ancient mosque in Aseer
Saudi authorities have announced the successful restoration of the ancient Al Hosn Al Asfal (lower fort) Mosque spanning 134 sqm in Aseer Region. The mosque, established 271 years ago, features a Sarat-style design and can accommodate 32 worshippers.
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StartUp in partnership deal to boost Bahrain SMEs' digital growth
StartUp Bahrain, a leading platform for startups in the kingdom, has signed a strategic partnership with ordable/, a pioneering business management platform designed to enhance operational efficiency and support the digital growth of SMEs in the region.
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Forbes unveils Mideast Top 40 influential money movers list
Forbes Middle East has unveiled its Top 40 Asset Managers list, spotlighting the region’s most influential leaders shaping the investment landscape. Collectively, they managed over $439 billion in assets in 2024 spanning equities, debt funds and REITs.
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