ABU DHABI/WAM Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) sustained its positive momentum in Q1 2026, delivering strong financial performance across the group. According to financial results, the bank recorded a year‑on‑year increase of 8%, with net profit before tax reaching AED 2.1 billion in the first quarter, up 2.3% compared to the previous quarter. The earnings growth reflects healthy balance sheet …

ABU DHABI/WAM Statistics released by Abu Dhabi Customs reveal a significant rise in the emirate’s non-oil foreign trade in 2025, increasing by 36 percent to exceed AED415.4 billion, compared with approximately AED306 billion in 2024. This growth reflects Abu Dhabi’s leading position as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies in external trade, driven by expanding commercial activity and strengthened economic …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of the Kingdom of Bahrain, who is on a visit to the UAE, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin …