GULF TIME Ashgabat is preparing to host the XXIX Conference and EXPO “Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan – 2024” (OGT 2024). The event will take place from October 23 – 25 and will serve as a pivotal platform to discuss the investment potential of the country’s energy sector. The focus will be on expanding exports of Turkmen natural gas to ...
Read More »Economy… Shaping the Global Media Landscape
ABDULLA BIN MOHAMMED BIN BUTTI AL HAMED Media plays a vital role in driving economic growth, from showcasing achievements and developments to generating revenue and attracting investment that fuels the national economy.In reality, media has never been merely a tool for entertainment or news dissemination, but an economic industry in itself, playing a vital role in shaping national and global ...
Read More »NIO, CYVN Holdings form joint venture to advance smart electric vehicle innovation across MENA
CAIRO/WAM In the presence of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, NIO, a leader in the premium smart electric vehicle (EV) sector, has partnered with Abu Dhabi-based CYVN Holdings, a leading investor in smart and advanced mobility, to launch NIO MENA. The collaboration marks NIO’s ...
Read More »ADQ appoints Modon Holding as master developer for Ras El Hekma megaproject in Egypt
MATROUH/WAM In the presence of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and His Excellency Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, ADQ, an Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company, appointed Modon Holding PSC as the master developer for the Ras El Hekma megaproject. In addition to being master developer for the entire development ...
Read More »UAE, Egyptian Presidents witness unveiling of Ras El Hekma development project plan
MATROUH/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, on Friday witnessed the announcement of the development plan for the city of Ras El Hekma on Egypt’s northwestern coast, with direct investments amounting to USD 35 billion. The UAE and Egyptian Presidents were presented with ...
Read More »Future Food Forum Lays Roadmap for Food Cluster Strategy and Emiratisation in the F&B Sector
DUBAI/GULF TIME The sixth Future Food Forum concluded with a strong call for further collaboration between the public and private sectors to drive innovation and sustainability in the UAE’s food industry to achieve the strategic goals under Cluster Strategy, which aims to increase food sector contribution by US$10 billion in 2030. Organised by the UAE F&B Business Group (F&B Group) ...
Read More »UAE President discusses bilateral relations, regional issues with US National Security Advisor in phone call
ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a phone call with Jake Sullivan, the United States National Security Advisor, during which they discussed the strategic relationship between the UAE and the US and ways to strengthen it across various sectors, particularly in development. They reaffirmed their mutual commitment to enhancing cooperation in artificial intelligence ...
Read More »UAE leaders congratulate King of Lesotho on National Day
ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, have sent congratulatory messages to King Letsie III of the Kingdom of ...
Read More »Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi to begin official visit to Norway on Sunday
ABU DHABI/WAM H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, is to begin an official visit to Norway on Sunday. During the visit, His Highness will meet His Royal Highness Haakon Magnus, Crown Prince of Norway, and Jonas Gahr Støre, Prime Minister of Norway, to explore advancing collaboration across new, developing and high-growth sectors ...
Read More »Reef Luxury Developments launches in UAE with first-of-its-kind innovation ‘sunken balcony’ and an investment of AED 14 billion by December 2025
DUBAI / GULF TIME Reef Luxury Developments – a pioneering real estate developer based in Dubai – has officially launched, setting its sights on reshaping the emirate’s residential landscape through innovative concepts and community focused projects. All apartments in Reef properties will come with temperature-controlled sunken balconies, an innovation patented by the developer that allows residents to enjoy year-long outdoor ...
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