Economy

ADCAN Pharma forges strategic partnerships to expand pharmaceutical innovation across the Middle East

ADCAN Pharma secures five licensing and manufacturing agreements with international partners at CPHI Milan, strengthening pharmaceutical capabilities across the Middle East.

Future 100 Initiative Celebrates Third Cohort and Welcomes New Applicants

Future 100 honours its third cohort of 100 companies and opens applications for the next edition, welcoming innovative startups to join the…

Palestinian Investment Forum 2026 to Convene Distinguished Business Leaders in Dubai

The Palestinian Business Council convenes investors and entrepreneurs for a significant investment forum, fostering economic partnerships and business growth.

Abu Dhabi establishes framework for advancing novel food technologies through scientific evaluation

Abu Dhabi launches guideline enabling rigorous testing of novel food technologies, positioning the emirate as a centre for food innovation and investment.

Abu Dhabi launches comprehensive honey programme to establish global brand for premium local products

Abu Dhabi launches comprehensive honey programme integrating regulatory, scientific and commercial frameworks to establish global brand for premium local honey products.

Abu Dhabi’s economy surges with 5% growth in new business licences as entrepreneurship and industrial activity flourish

Abu Dhabi's business sector expanded by 5 per cent in new economic licences during the first half of 2026, with entrepreneurship and…

UAE and Thailand Conclude Historic CEPA Negotiations, Unlocking New Trade Frontiers

The UAE and Thailand have concluded CEPA negotiations, opening significant new avenues for trade and investment cooperation. Non-oil trade reached US$12.3 billion…

Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund backs Wisewell’s sustainable water purification ambitions

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund backs Wisewell's AED2 million expansion, supporting smart water purification technology and sustainable innovation.

UAE Leads MENA Fintech Innovation with 15 Companies on Forbes’ Prestigious Annual List

The UAE leads Forbes Middle East's Fintech 50 list with fifteen companies, as the region's fintech sector processes over $260 billion in…

Crown Prince Hamdan Launches Create AI Agents Championship to Advance Innovation for Global Impact

Crown Prince Hamdan announces Create AI Agents Championship, inviting global innovators to develop autonomous AI systems with prizes exceeding AED2.5 million.