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China trials digital currencies for cross-border deals

SHANGHAI: A central bank digital currency trial focused on cross-border transactions involving China, Thailand, Hong Kong and the United Arab Emirates has been completed, as Beijing tries to internationalise its digital yuan.

Bangkok Post

Thailand, China conduct digital currency trial

A central bank digital currency trial focused on cross-border transactions involving China, Thailand, Hong Kong and the United Arab Emirates has been completed, as Beijing tries to internationalise its digital yuan.

Bangkok Post

IGCF to Kick Off in Sharjah to Discuss Role of Communication in Global Economy

The 11th International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) will kick off in Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates on September 28. The two-day event underlines the importance of the role played by government communication in global economic issues. It will address economic issues and ways to strengthen relations between various cultures…

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UAE President to Meet with Sultan Haitham bin Tariq in Oman

United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan will begin a two-day state visit to the Sultanate of Oman on Tuesday. During his second state visit as president, he will meet with the Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tariq to build upon the longstanding, brotherly ties and cooperation…

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UAE, home to global hub Dubai, to ease virus restrictions

The United Arab Emirates, home to global business and travel hub Dubai, will ease masking requirements imposed over the coronavirus pandemic

The Independent UK

UAE to Ease Virus Restrictions

The United Arab Emirates will ease masking requirements imposed over the coronavirus pandemic, authorities said Monday. As of Wednesday, the wearing of face masks will no longer be required in public places, except for medical facilities, mosques and public transportation, the official WAM news agency reported. Masks will also be…

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India’s campaign for rupee trade finds fans from Russia to UAE

NEW DELHI: Indian tea exporters are getting interest from the United Arab Emirates and sanctions-hit Russia and Iran to pay in rupees, a nod toward the government’s plan to settle international trade in the local currency.

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Germany's RWE and UAE's ADNOC Ink LNG Deal

United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz witnessed on Sunday the signing of a new Energy Security and Industry Accelerator (ESIA) Agreement that will accelerate projects of joint interest between the UAE and Germany in energy security, decarbonization and climate action. The agreement was…

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German leader continues Gulf tour with stops in UAE, Qatar

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has planted a tree at a mangrove park in the United Arab Emirates, a token nod to environmentalism during a two-day visit to the Gulf region focused mainly on securing new fossil fuel supplies and forging fresh alliances against Russia

The Independent UK

Alimi Leads Yemeni Efforts in New York to Pressure Houthis

Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, United States and Britain condemned the Iran-backed Houthi militias’ latest escalation in Yemen. Known as the Quad, the countries reiterated strong commitment to the unity, sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of Yemen, and their commitment to stand by the people of Yemen through efforts…

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Israel to sell air defence system to United Arab Emirates, sources say

Israel has agreed to sell an advanced air defence system to the United Arab Emirates, two sources familiar with the matter said, in the first such known deal between them since they forged ties in 2020.

Reuters

Trump pal Thomas Barrack accused of being United Arab Emirates agent and trying to influence US policy for ‘power and money’

After Donald Trump won the 2016 election, his mega-rich pal Tom Barrack started formulating a plan with officials at the United Arab Emirates on how to influence U.S. policy — and was asked to provide information about who would be tapped for crucial Cabinet positions, federal prosecutors allege.

Tribune News Service

Long a haven for wealth, Dubai will enforce UK court rulings

The United Arab Emirates has called on its courts to begin enforcing the judgements of British courts, in a move that could affect the city of Dubai’s status as a haven for the world’s wealthy

The Independent UK

UAE Economy Minister: Global Economic Challenges Need Establishing Developmental Solutions

A UAE minister said on Tuesday that the current global economic challenges underscore the strategic importance of developing more developmental solutions through new economic sectors that are capable of fulfilling the sustainable development requirements and creating growth opportunities. Economy Minister Abdulla bin Touq al-Marri stressed that the United Arab Emirates…

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Exclusive-Turkey sells battle-tested drones to UAE as regional rivals mend ties - sources

Turkish defence firm Baykar has delivered 20 armed drones to the United Arab Emirates this month and could sell more, two Turkish sources said, as a diplomatic detente between the former regional rivals expands into military contracts.

The Independent UK

Opening statements set for trial against close Trump ally

A close ally of Donald Trump is in court fighting charges he secretly worked as an agent for the United Arab Emirates

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Gulf-Chinese Ministerial Meeting Tackles Boosting Economic Ties

The Gulf-Chinese ministerial council convened in New York on Monday on the sidelines of the 77th United Nations General Assembly. Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah chaired the meeting as the Kingdom is the president of the current round of the council. The meeting was attended by…

The Independent UK

United Arab Emirates to launch first lunar rover in November

The United Arab Emirates will launch its first lunar rover in November

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Tom Rogic life after Celtic 'grudge' addressed as West Brom playmaker frozen out of Australia squad

Rogic pulled out of the Socceroos' crucial World Cup playoff with the United Arab Emirates.

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UAE FM: No Stability in the Region Without Solution to Palestinian Issue

United Arab Emirates Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan said that the stability of the region can only be fully realized by finding a solution to the Palestinian issue. "This solution must meet the legitimate aspirations of the Palestinian people, including establishing an…

The Hindu

FIFA World Cup | How Dubai stands to gain as tourists flock to Qatar

High accommodation prices in the Qatari capital Doha and Dubai’s more permissive environment — including a wider availability of alcohol — could entice fans arriving to watch the 2022 FIFA World Cup

Reuters

UAE court orders cum-ex suspects to return $1.1 billion to Denmark

A United Arab Emirates court has ordered Briton Sanjay Shah, the main suspect in a Danish dividend tax fraud case, and other suspects to return around 8 billion Danish crowns ($1.1 billion) to Denmark, Danish broadcaster DR reported on Thursday.

Reuters

UAE foreign minister arrives in Israel, marking 2 years of Abraham Accords - WAM

The foreign minister of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed arrived in Tel Aviv on Wednesday for an official visit to Israel, marking two years since the countries signed the so-called Abraham Accords, the state news agency (WAM) reported.

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UAE FM Arrives in Tel Aviv on Official Visit

United Arab Emirates Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in Israel on Wednesday on an official visit, reported the Emirates’ state news agency (WAM) Sheikh Abdullah is travelling with a high-level UAE delegation on his visit, which will span several days and…

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Digital Bank Wio Launches in UAE

State-backed digital bank Wio announced Tuesday its official launch in the United Arab Emirates, becoming the first platform bank in the region. This step aims to transform banking operating models towards a more digital future. It comes in line with the UAE’s Digital Economy Strategy that aims to double the…

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