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Director general of Government of Dubai Media Office Mona Al Marri on advancing sustainability through the power of ‘green media’

Industry’s strategy to raising awareness and embracing eco-friendliness The United Arab Emirates has mapped out its ambitious yet much-needed sustainability goals through its comprehensive UAE Net Zero by 2050. And to help advance these objectives, the government acknowledges the pivotal role that the media plays. In this interview, H.E. Mona Al Marri, director general of Government of Dubai Media Office, tells us how the media helps raise sustainability awareness. Moreover, she discusses what “green media” is and how industry players can integrate green practices into their operations. Economy Middle East: How can UAE media effectively raise …

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CONFERMATA LA PARTNERSHIP TRA MINISTERO DELL’ECONOMIA DEGLI EMIRATI E ARABI UNITI E EFG CONSULTING: TORNA A MILANO INVESTOPIA, LA DAVOS DEL MEDIO ORIENTE

TEMA DI QUESTA EDIZIONE “FRONTIERE ECONOMICHE EMERGENTI: INVESTIRE NEI SETTORI IN RAPIDA CRESCITA DELLA NUOVA ECONOMIA” Investopia, la piattaforma di investimento globale lanciata dal governo degli Emirati Arabi Uniti nel 2021 e approdata in Italia nel maggio 2023 grazie alla partnership con EFG Consulting, società di consulenza strategica per i processi di internazionalizzazione con focus verso i Paesi del Medio Oriente, annuncia la terza edizione del forum ad Abu Dhabi – che si terrà il 28 e 29 febbraio 2024 con il tema “Frontiere economiche emergenti: Investire nei settori in rapida crescita della nuova economia” …

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Sheikh Mohammed sets out new UAE sustainability drive

Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai unveils plans for electric cars, sustainable aviation fuel and the protection of biodiversity at UAE Cabinet meeting The UAE on Sunday set out a green-powered action plan aimed at driving efforts to achieve new environmental goals.Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, set out the sustainability strategy at a meeting of the UAE Cabinet at Expo City Dubai, which is hosting the key Cop28 climate conference.He said 10 initiatives and decisions were approved during the ministerial gathering, including the adoption of a framework for the Biodiversity Strategy 2031. The …

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Largest CSP project in the world inaugurated in Dubai

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, marked a historic moment by inaugurating the world’s largest concentrated solar power (CSP) project, the fourth phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park in Dubai. Spanning 950 megawatts (MW), this monumental project, with an investment of AED 15.78 billion, integrates three cutting-edge hybrid technologies: 600MW from a parabolic basin complex, 100MW from a CSP tower, and 250MW from photovoltaic solar panels. This landmark initiative, constructed under the independent power producer (IPP) model, …

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the UAE’S AMBITION ascent

How to thrive in a fractured world Over the next few weeks Dubai will be abuzz. Tens of thousands of diplomats, activists and business folk are due to fly in to join the un’s annual climate pow-wow. The United Arab Emirates’ skill at wrangling countries and industries with vastly disparate interests, in the hope of making further progress on tackling climate change, will be on full display. But that is not the only reason to pay attention to the uae. It also shows how to thrive in the multipolar age. The country is home to just over …

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What’s on the agenda for COP28 in Dubai?

Clean energy transition, financing, nature, people and inclusivity are among key themes Sustained climate action to save the planet will be the focus as world leaders gather in Dubai for COP28 starting Thursday. Over the next 12 days, they will join climate experts and industry leaders to reach global agreements and take stock of measures to tackle climate change. The most important will be Global Stock Take to assess the progress since adopting the Paris Agreement of 2015. One of the key points of the deal was the collective action to limit global temperature increase …

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Dubai ranked among the top 10 cities in the Global Power City Index

The new ranking makes Dubai the first city in the Middle East to attain this global recognition Dubai has been ranked among the top 10 cities in the Global Power City Index (GPCI) 2023, a league table issued by the Mori Memorial Foundation’s Institute for Urban Strategies in Japan. The new ranking makes Dubai the first city in the Middle East to attain this global recognition, the Dubai Media Office said in a statement. In the 2023 index, which ranks major cities on to their ‘magnetism’ – or power to attract people, capital and enterprises …

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Third Investopia Summit in Abu Dhabi to kick off in February

The latest edition will focuses on three main axes: Investopia Global Dialogues, Investopia Investment Communities and Investopia Market Place Abu Dhabi, November 17, 2023:  H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of Investopia, announced the details of the upcoming edition of the Investopia summit, which will be held in Abu Dhabi on 28and 29 of February, 2024, under the theme “Emerging Economic Frontiers: Investing in Fast-Growing Sectors in the New Economy.” It is set to draw the participation of a number of prominent local and international figures including investors, government officials, …

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Emirates to build new $950mn engineering facility

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, today announced a massive US$950 million investment to build a new ultra-modern engineering facility at Dubai World Central (DWC). Spread over 1 million square metres, the engineering complex will be the largest and most advanced of its kind to be operated by any airline, adding a boost to Dubai’s world-class aviation infrastructure. Purpose-built to support Emirates’ aircraft fleet and operating requirements into the 2040s, the facility will also be a centre of excellence for commercial aviation engineering services in the Middle East, with spare capacity potentially offered to other …

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Leonardo al Dubai Airshow per rafforzare la partnership con gli EAU

Forte di una solida presenza negli Emirati Arabi Uniti, Leonardo partecipa al Dubai Airshow 2023 (13-17 novembre) con le sue competenze core nel campo dell’elettronica e dell’elicotteristica, nei sistemi e nelle soluzioni per l’addestramento e nei servizi di supporto e assistenza, guardando anche al forte interesse del Paese per nuovi settori di sviluppo e innovazione tecnologica quali l’Artificial Intelligence, lo Spazio e la Cyber Security. Leonardo è presente da quasi 50 anni negli Emirati Arabi Uniti, uno dei maggiori mercati export dell’azienda a livello mondiale caratterizzato da un’estesa diversificazione nella tipologia di forniture e collaborazioni, sia in …

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Sheikh Mohammed unveils 10 guiding economic principles for UAE’s decade of progress

The guiding principles include an open economy, a digital push and attracting top talent Abu Dhabi: The UAE Government’s Annual Meetings 2023 concluded today on a high note, after two days of successful discussions in Abu Dhabi, reviewing the most significant developments and amendments of the legislative and judicial sectors in the UAE. The two-day event was chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. It witnessed the participation of more than 500 dignitaries, including heads of UAE executive boards, ministers, …

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Dubai budget: Sheikh Mohammed announces $67bn spending plan

Sheikh Mohammed has approved the Dubai Government budget of $21.5bn in 2024 Dubai has announced a AED246.6bn ($67.1bn) budget for 2024-2026. In his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, approved the Government of Dubai’s general budget for the fiscal cycle of 2024-2026, with total expenditures of AED246.6bn ($67.1bn). Sheikh Mohammed also approved Law No. (20) of 2023 regarding the General Budget of the Dubai Government for the Fiscal Year 2024, with expenditures estimated at AED79.1bn ($21.5bn). Dubai budget 2024-2026 The spending plan reflects …

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How the UAE is manufacturing F&B opportunity

A key component in the UAE’s diversified industrial sector, accelerating growth in food and beverage (F&B) manufacturing is critical for both national food security and future economic opportunity, as Olaf Abi Aad, founder and CEO of Agzia explains. By the end of 2023, the UAE’s food and beverage (F&B) sector is projected to achieve revenues totalling an impressive $37.8 billion, according to Saleh Lootah, chairman of the UAE Food and Beverage Manufacturers Group. With the introduction of Operation 300bn, a 10-year strategy driven by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, manufacturing is set to …

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UAE ‘leading the way’ in sustainable finance globally, Minister of Economy says

In the face of heightened geopolitical tensions, climate change concerns, and trade barriers that have raised questions about the future of the global economic order, the UAE has demonstrated extraordinary resilience, the Minister said The UAE has showcased resilience and economic diversification amid global challenges, Abdullah Bin Touq Al Marri, the Minister of Economy for the UAE said at the Dubai Business Forum, which took place at Madinat Jumeirah on November 1. Highlighting the remarkable resilience and proactive measures taken by the Emirates to address global challenges during a recent speech, Al Marri also spoke about the …

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EMIRATI/SHARJAH-BOZZETTI (EFG CONSULTING ): “NEI PRIMI 6 MESI DELL’ANNO + 12,6% EXPORT ITALIA VS UAE, SHARJAH OCCASIONE D’ORO PER LE PMI ITALIANE”

È quanto emerso in occasione del Sharjah-Italy Business forum promosso da EFG e tenutosi oggi a Milano Milano, 23 ottobre  – Esplorare le opportunità di investimento e le relazioni commerciali in settori quali industria, logistica, sostenibilità ed innovazione: questo l’obiettivo di Sharjah-Italy Business Forum, il convegno promosso dalla società EFG Consulting che questa mattina presso il Westin Palace di Milano ha visto la presenza di numerose personalità di spicco, tra cui S.E. Naser Al Khaja, incaricato d’affari presso l’Ambasciata degli Emirati Arabi Uniti in Italia, S.E. Mohamed Al Musharrkh, CEO di Invest in Sharjah; S.E. …

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UAE economy to expand 4% in 2024 on non-oil sector growth, S&P says

Influx of tourists, government initiatives and technological advancements will spur economic growth, rating agency says The UAE’s economy is expected to expand by 4 per cent in 2024 and 3 per cent this year, driven by strong growth in its non-oil sector, according to a new report. The rising number of tourist arrivals, supportive government initiatives and increasing tech advancements are expected to spur the country’s economic expansion, S&P analysts said. Key contributors to the country’s economic growth in 2024 include wholesale trade, industry, real estate, construction, financial services and tourism, as well as oil and gas, Trevor …

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Economic development indicators in Sharjah recording impressive growth

Development indicators in the emirate of Sharjah have achieved remarkable growth, as the total business licenses issued and renewed during the year 2022 grew by 5% compared to 2021, to more than 72,242 business licenses, according to the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) 2022 Annual Report. The report recorded a qualitative increase in “commercial, professional and industrial” licenses issued, at rates of 8%, 24%, and 9%, respectively, in 2022 compared to 2021. Also, businesswomen’s licenses in the emirate posted a growth of 15% during 2022. Additionally, the SEDD worked to regulate the conduct of economic …

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How Dubai innovates on renewable projects to boost climate finance, support COP28 goals

Strategic partnerships with private sector foster cutting-edge renewable projects Dubai: The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is steadfastly supporting the directives of the UAE’s visionary leadership in pursuit of a sustainable economy that aligns with the national agenda. This commitment is manifested through strategic partnerships with the private sector, fostering the implementation of cutting-edge projects in clean and renewable energy, and hosting global events aimed at attracting investments to bolster sustainability, not only in the UAE but across the region. This is in line with the wise vision of High Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin …

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COP28, Meloni incontra Al Jaber

Il Presidente del Consiglio dei Ministri, Giorgia Meloni, ha incontrato oggi il Presidente designato della Conferenza delle Nazioni Unite sui cambiamenti climatici (COP28), Dr. Sultan Al Jaber. Hanno concordato in particolare su come i cambiamenti climatici rappresentino una sfida importante per il nostro pianeta e per l’umanità e richiedano un’azione forte e ambiziosa da parte di tutti i Paesi per rafforzare i rispettivi 2030 Contributi determinati a livello nazionale (NDC’S) in tutte le dimensioni e a un ritmo molto più rapido, al fine di raggiungere gli obiettivi di lungo termine previsti dall’Accordo di Parigi. Il …

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UAE Cabinet approves Dh192 billion 2024-2026 budget

UAE had recorded an fiscal surplus in 2022, with a 31.8 per cent y-o-y growth revenues Abu Dhabi: The UAE Cabinet, on Monday, approved the federal 2024-2026 budget, totalling Dh192 billion. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, chaired the UAE Cabinet meeting at Qasr Al Watan, Abu Dhabi. Sheikh Mohammed said, “The investment in social development and benefits represents 42 per cent of the budget, followed by government affairs, at 39 per cent. The rest of the budget was distributed to investments …

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The latest AbuDhabi GDP estimates for Q2 2023 are in

They speak volumes about the dynamism and resilience of Abu Dhabi’s #economy. The non-oil sector surged by a remarkable 12.3%, propelling the total GDP to a 3.5% increase compared to the same period in 2022. Non-#oil activities in Abu Dhabi achieved a milestone, with real non-oil GDP reaching a record-breaking $41.9 billion, the highest since 2014. The preliminary figures indicate that Abu Dhabi’s real GDP in Q2 2023 soared to an all-time high of $78.1 billion, driven by robust growth in non-oil sectors. This surge boosted their contribution to the GDP to an impressive 53.7%, reflecting a …

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Saudi Arabia, UAE and Egypt lead $1.9tn hospitality and residential push

Middle East hospitality and residential development boom led by Saudi Arabia, UAE and Egypt Saudi Arabia, UAE and Egypt are the driving forces behind the Middle East’s $1.9tn hospitality and residential project development boom. Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Egypt account for 90 per cent ($1.7t) of investment in the Middle East, according to data released ahead of the Future Hospitality Summit, taking place in Abu Dhabi, until Wednesday September 27. Research by global independent real estate consultants Knight Frank reveals that Saudi Arabia is top of the region’s project investment table, with $1.2 trillion worth of …

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UAE aims to create 20,000 jobs in agriculture: 7-point agenda to achieve targets revealed

Country has been aggressively pursuing its food security and sustainability initiatives to enhance self-sufficiency The UAE aims to increase the contribution of agriculture sectors in the economy by $10 billion (Dh36.7 billion) and create 20,000 jobs in the next five years, said Abdulla bin Touq al Marri, UAE’s Minister of Economy. While speaking during the fifth Future Food Forum in Dubai, the minister revealed seven key pillars to achieve the objective including localising innovation, fostering a UAE-first culture and food supply chain, making the UAE a global regulatory powerhouse ensuring that products are of higher …

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What are the four pillars of the COP28 UAE action agenda?

Dr Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry & Advanced Technology and COP28 President-Designate has set out four pillars for the climate conference As the first country in the Middle East region to ratify the Paris Agreement, it is perhaps fitting that COP28 should be held in the UAE. The wealthy Gulf nation was the first regionally to commit to an economy-wide reduction in emissions, the first to announce a Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative, and was just one of 25 countries in the world to revise its climate targets at Glasgow’s COP26 …

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UAE, Saudi join BRICS amid ‘new world order’ of geopolitics, ‘limited’ economic gains take backseat

Geopolitical influence trumps economic gain as the UAE and Saudi Arabia’s accession to BRICS signals shifting alliances amid an emerging “new world order” The UAE and Saudi Arabia’s entry into the BRICS coalition may wield geopolitical advantage in the near term but promises limited economic gains, experts told Arabian Business. The two nations are expected to join the BRICS group of emerging economies in 2024, according to an announcement made at its annual summit in Johannesburg last month, raising many questions about what this could mean for the Gulf region and how the UAE and Saudi will be …

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