July, 2025

• 27 July

  ‘GCC records $587.8b in nominal GDP in Q4 2024’

  

  MUSCAT / WAM The latest data released by the Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab Countries of the Gulf (“GCC-Stat”) revealed that the nominal Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries reached US$587.8 billion by the end of the fourth quarter of 2024, up from US$579 billion at the end of the fourth ...

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• 27 July

  Noura Al Kaabi receives Papua New Guinea’s Minister of International Trade and Investment

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM Noura Al Kaabi, Minister of State, received Richard Maru, Minister of International Trade and Investment of the Independent State of Papua New Guinea, in Abu Dhabi as part of his official visit to the UAE. During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to further strengthen bilateral relations and enhance cooperation across various sectors of shared ...

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• 27 July

  MoHAP: UAE a regional leader in fighting hepatitis

  

  DUBAI / WAM The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has reaffirmed that fighting viral hepatitis is a strategic priority within the country’s health policies. As part of the UAE’s enduring commitment to strengthening its healthcare system and safeguarding community wellbeing, the UAE has implemented an integrated national programme focused on prevention, early detection, and treatment. Through robust collaboration across ...

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• 27 July

  UAE family businesses strengthen growth, contribution to national economy

  

  ABU DHABI/WAM The UAE continues to adopt a forward-looking vision to enhance the regulatory and legislative frameworks governing family businesses in the country. This vision aims to foster sustainable growth, ensure long-term viability, and strengthen the sector’s contribution to national economic competitiveness both regionally and globally. The Ministry of Economy and Tourism played a key role in issuing the world’s ...

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• 27 July

  UAE’s Calidus concludes successful participation at IDEF 2025 in Istanbul

  

  ISTANBUL/WAM UAE-based Calidus Holding Group has concluded its successful participation in the 17th edition of the International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF 2025), held at the Istanbul Expo Centre from 22 to 27 July, as part of the UAE National Pavilion, overseen by Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement (Tawazun). The Calidus stand witnessed strong engagement from senior officials, military leaders, and ...

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• 27 July

  Brokers cement their role in Dubai’s real estate market, contributing to over 42,000 transactions at AED3.23 bn in H1 2025

  

  DUBAI/WAM Dubai’s real estate brokerage sector recorded a remarkable performance in the first half of this year, reaffirming the pivotal role of brokers in driving market dynamism and supporting sustainable growth in property transactions. Real estate brokers contributed to the execution of 42,181 transactions, generating commission values exceeding AED3.23 billion in H1 2025, compared to AED1.62 billion in the same ...

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• 27 July

  ADFD advances Maldives aviation sector through inauguration of Velana International Airport project

  

  MALÉ/WAM Aligned with its commitment to its strategic sustainable development goals, Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) participated in the inauguration of the Velana International Airport, a landmark project that aims to significantly enhance Maldives’ infrastructure. With a total investment of AED 330.5 million (USD 90 million) from ADFD, the project was implemented in two phases, receiving co-financing from Saudi ...

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• 27 July

  UAE conducts 54th airdrop over Gaza as part of ‘Birds of Goodness’ operation, in cooperation with Jordan

  

  GAZA/WAM ‘’Operation Chivalrous Knight 3’’ has announced the resumption of the “Birds of Goodness” airdrop missions, with the 54th humanitarian and relief airdrop over the Gaza Strip. The mission, carried out in cooperation with the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, comes as part of the UAE’s ongoing efforts to support civilians in isolated areas of the Strip that are inaccessible by ...

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• 25 July

  Ajman Crown Prince, Mongolian Ambassador explore ways to boost cooperation

  

  AJMAN/WAM H.H. Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of Ajman Executive Council, received Odonbaatar Shijeekhuu, Ambassador of Mongolia to the UAE, at the Emiri Court. H.H. Sheikh Ammar welcomed the Ambassador and reviewed the strong ties between the two friendly countries and their peoples across various fields. The meeting also explored ways to enhance ...

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• 25 July

  UAE leaders offer condolences to Russian President over plane crash victims

  

  ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of condolences to President Vladimir Putin of the Russian Federation over the victims of the plane crash in Tynda, a town in the Amur region. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness ...

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