Wildberries mulls launching operations in Dubai
One of Russia’s largest online retailers Wildberries is considering launching its platform in Dubai, the company’s founder and CEO Tatyana …
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Iran’s IRGC rescue missing fishermen
The IRGC rescued two fishermen who went missing in the Persian Gulf three days ago
First ever World Padel League to be held in Dubai
The world’s top-ranked padel players and entertainment stars are set to take part in the “Greatest show on court” with the inaugural World Padel League to be held in association with Dubai Sports Council at the Coca-Cola Arena from June 8 to 11
Why falcons are symbol of status in the Middle East
Falcons have always been part of the Bedouin culture, and the tradition of falcon hunting remains a long-established pastime
Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman choose cycling to burnish negative image
Cycling is the newest gem in Saudi Arabia's expanding collection of sporting jewels
Middle East's time in Davos
With the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting returning to the familiar snow-covered mountains of Davos, many are wondering what the Arab world’s delegations are going to bring to the mix
Emirati company to develop energy projects in Kyrgyzstan
Abu Dhabi renewable energy firm Masdar has signed an agreement with Kyrgyzstan's energy ministry
Türkiye, United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia fight against water deficit
Saudi Arabia has been recognized as a water sector growth hotspot
Yearender: Trend of rapprochement gains steam in Mideast
Facing the negative economic and political impacts major countries in the Middle East moved to sidestep their long rivalries
India's soft power in UAE
Indian authorities are moving forward with a plan to open the first foreign branch of the country’s prestigious technology institute in the UAE
How Dubai benefits from 2022 Qatar World Cup?
World Cup host Qatar is not the only Gulf country benefitting from the influx of football fans
Utair introduces additional flights from Grozny to Dubai
From November 16, the North Caucasus Federal District will receive additional flights from Grozny to Dubai (United Arab Emirates), the website of the Russian airline Utair reports. It will now be possible to travel from Grozny to Dubai …
Turkey sells battle-tested drones to UAE
In September, Turkish defence firm Baykar delivered 20 armed drones to the United Arab Emirates and could sell more
Outbound tourism for Russians limited to five countries
This summer, an acute shortage of air travel was especially noticeable in outbound tourism. Russian travellers were left with only five mass destinations, ATOR reports. The volume of organized outbound tourism this summer is still …
Israel tackles renewables in the Middle East
Enlight Renewable Energy Ltd. plans to create a joint venture with Israeli natural gas producer NewMed Energy LP that will develop renewable energy projects in North Africa and the Middle East
UAE, Egypt, Jordan and Bahrain strengthen Arab economic integration
A bloc of four Arab countries with 122 million people, all of which are also peace partners of Israel, have joined together as part of a unique and large new partnership
State-of-the-art megalibrary opens in Dubai
The largest innovative library complex was opened In the Dubai business center. The opening ceremony was headed by the ruler of the emirate, Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. An extensive collection of various works is …
Azerbaijan develops sustainable energy
Azerbaijan has announced a partnership with UAE-based developer Masdar for 1 GW each of solar and onshore wind, with 2 GW on integrated offshore wind plus green hydrogen production – marking the first offshore wind in the Caspian Sea. …
Abu Dhabi says 2 killed, 120 injured in gas cylinder blast - report
A gas cylinder explosion in the capital of the United Arab Emirates killed two people and injured 120 others Monday, police said, hours after authorities downplayed the incident and warned the public not to share images of the aftermath. …
World runs out of energy capacity at all levels, Saudi energy minister warns
Persistently low investment in conventional energy sources risks leaving the world running out of spare production capacity for crude oil, refined products, and natural gas
