ABU DHABI / WAM First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) has joined the International Advisory Council (IAC) of China’s National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA), marking the first time a MENA-based bank has held this position. The appointment reflects FAB’s growing role as a strategic enabler of cross-border capital flows, investment partnerships, and financial innovation between the UAE and China. FAB’s membership …

ABU DHABI / WAM PureHealth Holding PJSC, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, reported strong financial results for the nine months ending 30th September 2025, achieving AED20.1 billion in revenue, a 6 percent year-on-year increase. EBITDA rose 11 percent to AED3.5 billion, while net profit climbed 8 percent to AED1.55 billion. The growth was driven by robust performance …

DUBAI / WAM Emirates has announced an additional six weekly frequencies on the Dubai-Cairo route from 1st December 2025. Strategically scheduled for maximum connectivity with the airline’s vast global network, the additional frequencies will cater to the increased demand during peak winter season. From 1st February 2026, this will scale to a daily flight with revised timings that complements the …