ABU DHABI/ WAM As part of the continued enhancing and strengthening of bilateral relations between the United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Uzbekistan and achieving the common interests of the two peoples, the two countries signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) regarding mutual exemption from entry visas for holders of Special and Mission passport, as well as ordinary passport. …

SHARJAH/WAM The Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) registered robust growth, achieving a 31 percent surge in net profits to AED 841.5 million in 2023, compared to AED 650.9 million in 2022. Operating profits also witnessed a 23 percent rise, reaching AED 2 billion for 2023, up from AED 1.6 billion in the previous year. The net income resulting from financing and …

DAVOS/ WAM The UAE Government and the World Economic Forum (WEF) have signed a partnership agreement to develop the “We the UAE for Strategic Intelligence 2031” platform, which represents a digital model powered by artificial intelligence, incorporating the best global knowledge resources and international experts in various sectors. The platform aims to support policymakers, strategists, and government leaders in the …