Rabia Khouri
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HSBC to Al Bayan: Growing Global Confidence in the UAE’s Financial Standing
Mohammed Al-Marzouqi, the CEO of HSBC Middle East in the UAE, congratulated the United Arab Emirates and its leadership on being selected to host the annual meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund in 2029...
Dubai Establishes a Global Economic Model Based on Resilience and Opportunity Creation
Dubai exemplifies a comprehensive economic model that is rooted in determination and long-term planning, focusing on preempting crises rather than merely responding to them. The emirate has shown its ability to maintain stability and operational continuity with high efficiency,...
Dubai Real Estate Market Strengthens Its Maturity in Q1 with Robust Growth and Rising Inflows
The Dubai real estate market has demonstrated a new level of maturity and resilience in the first quarter of 2026. Despite surrounding challenges, it maintained strong momentum, recording transactions worth 252 billion dirhams, reflecting an annual growth of 31%....
Central Bank Enhances Public Debt and Sukuk Deposit System
The Central Bank of the UAE has announced its partnership with Vermeg, a global provider of technological solutions for capital market infrastructure, designating them as the primary technical partner for the development of a technological framework supporting the Central...
Etihad Airways Introduces Five New Destinations and 28 Extra Flights to China
Etihad Airways has announced a significant expansion of its flight network in mainland China, introducing five new destinations and adding 28 weekly flights. This initiative marks one of the largest increases in capacity within a single market in recent...
Collaboration Between Dubai CommerCity and Wio to Offer Digital Banking Solutions for Businesses
The Dubai World Trade Centre Free Zone has announced a partnership with Wio Bank, aimed at delivering digital banking solutions and comprehensive financial services to businesses operating within its jurisdiction.This collaboration is designed to enhance access to banking services...
Banking Institutions Address Financial Stability Indicators in the UAE
The annual general meeting of the Financial and Money Transfer Institutions Group took place in Dubai for 2026, gathering leaders from the sector and representatives from various financial institutions. This event reflects the group's commitment to strengthening institutional integration...
Dubai World Trade Centre Signs Agreement to Provide Digital Banking Solutions for Businesses
The Dubai World Trade Centre Free Zone has announced a memorandum of understanding with Wio Bank PJSC to provide digital banking solutions and comprehensive financial services to businesses operating within its regulatory framework. This collaboration aims to enhance access...
Empower Launches Its Most Modern Customer Service Center in Dubai
Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation, known as Empower, has announced the launch of its latest customer service center at its headquarters in the Al Jaddaf area of Dubai. This initiative is a strategic move that reflects the company's ongoing...
Capital Markets Authority Releases Framework for Regulating Virtual Assets
Regulatory Framework Encompassing 5 Key Units and 8 ActivitiesThe Capital Market Authority has announced the release of a regulatory framework for virtual assets, demonstrating its commitment to developing a modern and comprehensive system that aligns with the rapid growth...
