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IMF Lowers Middle East Economic Growth Forecast Following Regional Pressures
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IMF Lowers Middle East Economic Growth Forecast Following Regional Pressures

The IMF forecasts a contraction of 1.3 percent in regional economic output across the Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan, citing heightened geopolitical pressures and disruptions.

23/10/2026 02:31:55 AMRiyadh, Saudi Arabia
Ooredoo and Zain Finalize Initial Closing of Regional Tower Deal
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Ooredoo and Zain Finalize Initial Closing of Regional Tower Deal

Ooredoo and Zain Group have completed the first closing of their major regional telecom tower transaction involving over 4,000 tower sites across the Gulf.

22/10/2026 11:16:51 AMDoha, Qatar
Sphere Abu Dhabi Awards Major LED Exterior Contract for $1.7B Venue
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Sphere Abu Dhabi Awards Major LED Exterior Contract for $1.7B Venue

A UAE-based company has secured a major contract to construct the giant LED exterior for the planned $1.7 billion Sphere entertainment venue in Abu Dhabi.

22/10/2026 03:31:40 AMAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Oman's Asyad Group Plans to Sell Up to 6.25% Stake in Asyad Shipping
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Oman's Asyad Group Plans to Sell Up to 6.25% Stake in Asyad Shipping

Oman's logistics flagship Asyad Group has announced plans to sell up to a 6.25% stake in Asyad Shipping as part of the Sultanate's broader capital market and divestment strategy.

21/10/2026 11:03:37 AMMuscat, Oman
France Secures Gulf Diesel Agreements with UAE and Bahrain
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France Secures Gulf Diesel Agreements with UAE and Bahrain

France expands energy partnerships with the UAE and Bahrain to import 295,000 tonnes of diesel monthly amid rising fuel prices.

21/10/2026 03:01:50 AMAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Saudi Arabia Postpones 2026 Future Investment Initiative Amid Regional Tensions
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Saudi Arabia Postpones 2026 Future Investment Initiative Amid Regional Tensions

Saudi Arabia has officially postponed its flagship 'Davos in the Desert' investment conference until 2027 due to escalating security concerns in the region.

20/10/2026 06:03:23 PMRiyadh, Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia Postpones Flagship FII Conference to 2027
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Saudi Arabia Postpones Flagship FII Conference to 2027

Saudi Arabia has officially postponed its flagship Future Investment Initiative conference to 2027, according to the event's CEO.

20/10/2026 05:47:27 PMRiyadh, Saudi Arabia
UAE, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain Boost Diesel Exports to France
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UAE, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain Boost Diesel Exports to France

Gulf nations including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Bahrain will supply France with diesel equivalent to 10 percent of its consumption to curb surging European fuel costs.

20/10/2026 03:01:30 PMAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Gulf States to Boost Diesel Shipments to France
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Gulf States to Boost Diesel Shipments to France

Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Bahrain agree to supply diesel equivalent to 10 percent of France's consumption to help lower European fuel prices.

20/10/2026 12:01:59 PMAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Qatar Prepares to Announce Dedicated Center for Local Defense Production
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Qatar Prepares to Announce Dedicated Center for Local Defense Production

Qatar is set to unveil an initiative establishing a local defense production center aimed at strengthening domestic manufacturing capabilities.

20/10/2026 05:02:06 AMDoha, Qatar
ZOOD Unveils SAR 2.5B Élevée Mixed-Use Project in Riyadh
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ZOOD Unveils SAR 2.5B Élevée Mixed-Use Project in Riyadh

ZOOD Real Estate has launched Élevée, an eight-tower mixed-use development worth over SAR 2.5 billion in Riyadh's Al-Nakheel district.

19/10/2026 03:02:19 AMRiyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Oil Prices Lift Saudi Stock Market as Regional Tensions Weigh on Equities

Saudi Arabian stocks rose on the back of firm crude oil prices, contrasting with declines across other regional exchanges amid heightened geopolitical tensions.

19/10/2026 01:02:13 AMRiyadh, Saudi Arabia
UAE Cabinet Approves AED292.5 Billion Federal Budget Plan
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UAE Cabinet Approves AED292.5 Billion Federal Budget Plan

The UAE Cabinet has officially approved a multi-year federal general budget plan totaling AED292.5 billion to drive economic growth and public sector programs.

17/10/2026 05:32:28 PMAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
UAE's Ali Alhosani Elected First Emirati Executive Director at IMF
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UAE's Ali Alhosani Elected First Emirati Executive Director at IMF

Ali Alhosani has become the first Emirati national to be elected as an Executive Director at the International Monetary Fund.

17/10/2026 02:32:28 PMAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
UAE Airlines Cancel Saudi Flights Amid Regional Aviation Disruptions
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UAE Airlines Cancel Saudi Flights Amid Regional Aviation Disruptions

Major UAE carriers including Emirates and Etihad have suspended and rescheduled flights to Saudi Arabia following disruptions at King Khalid International Airport.

17/10/2026 08:31:52 AMDubai, United Arab Emirates
Qatar Central Bank Governor Meets Global Banking Leaders in Bangkok
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Qatar Central Bank Governor Meets Global Banking Leaders in Bangkok

Qatar Central Bank Governor held bilateral meetings with global banking officials during the annual IMF and World Bank meetings.

17/10/2026 07:31:50 AMBangkok, Thailand
25th WPC Energy Congress Concludes in Riyadh After Five Days of Global Talks
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25th WPC Energy Congress Concludes in Riyadh After Five Days of Global Talks

The 25th World Petroleum Council Energy Congress concluded in Riyadh following five days of international discussions on global energy security and transition.

16/10/2026 06:16:47 AMRiyadh, Saudi Arabia
UAE Issues Deadline Warning for Filing Excise Tax Returns
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UAE Issues Deadline Warning for Filing Excise Tax Returns

UAE authorities issue a critical reminder notifying registered businesses of the imminent final deadline to submit excise tax returns and settle pending payments.

16/10/2026 03:30:47 AMDubai, United Arab Emirates
Saudi Arabia Doubles Intercity Train Fleet in $359M Deal Ahead of 2029
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Saudi Arabia Doubles Intercity Train Fleet in $359M Deal Ahead of 2029

Saudi Arabia has doubled its order of intercity passenger trains to 20 units in a $359 million transaction ahead of planned service operations in 2029.

14/10/2026 09:01:23 PMRiyadh, Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia Signs Energy Cooperation Deals With Kuwait and Qatar
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Saudi Arabia Signs Energy Cooperation Deals With Kuwait and Qatar

Saudi Arabia has concluded bilateral energy cooperation agreements with regional partners including Kuwait and Qatar to bolster integration.

14/10/2026 03:18:03 PMRiyadh, Saudi Arabia
Qatar and Saudi Arabia Sign Landmark Energy Cooperation Agreement
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Qatar and Saudi Arabia Sign Landmark Energy Cooperation Agreement

Qatar and Saudi Arabia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance bilateral energy cooperation and strengthen regional resource partnerships.

12/10/2026 12:32:36 PMDoha, Qatar
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