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FAB delivers Dhs10.73 billion net profit in H1’26

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) delivered a strong performance in the first half of 2026. Net profit grew by 1 per cent yoy to Dhs10.73 billion in H1’26, and Return on Tangible Equity (RoTE) remained firmly above the group’s medium-term guidance at 18.5 per cent.The…

Gulf Today – Business

Mohammed approves National Programme for Developing Statistics System

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, has approved the National Programme for Developing the Statistics System in the UAE.This strategic initiative embodies the UAE’s commitment to enhancing the quality of official economic statistics, keeping pace…

Gulf Today – Latest News

US announces civilian nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia

The United States on Wednesday announced a landmark deal with Saudi Arabia that would establish a civilian nuclear program in the Gulf country, with Washington insisting the agreement includes safeguards against non-proliferation. – Proliferation concerns – The United States signed a nuclear agreement with the…

Al-Monitor – Middle East Politics & News

Partnership to raise awareness about Chronic Hand Eczema in the UAE

Gulf Today, Staff ReporterDUBAI: Emirates Dermatology Society (EDS) and LEO Pharma, a global leader in medical dermatology, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen awareness, support earlier diagnosis, and improve the management of Chronic Hand Eczema (CHE) across the UAE.The agreement was signed during…

Gulf Today – Latest News

Sharjah Police nab motorist for driving with vision-blocking windshield cover

Sharjah Police arrested a driver for driving his vehicle on a public road using a windshield sunshade that obstructed his view, in a serious traffic behaviour that posed a direct danger to his life and the lives of road users.The driver’s behavior limited his ability…

Gulf Today – Latest News

UAE aircraft registry surpasses 1,000 airlines for first time

The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced the registration of aircraft No. (1001) in the UAE National Aircraft Registry, marking the first time the registry has surpassed 1,000 registered aircraft.The fleets of the UAE’s national carriers comprise 554 aircraft, representing more than 55…

Gulf Today – Latest News

UAE strongly condemns Houthi statements against Saudi Arabia

The UAE has condemned in the strongest terms the statements made by the Houthi group against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, including threats to impose a maritime blockade on the kingdom.In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) called on the international community to…

Gulf Today – Latest News

DP World to expand UAE gateway network with new Fujairah ports

FUJAIRAH: Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad Bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, witnessed the signing of an agreement between DP World and the Fujairah Ports Authority to develop two multipurpose container ports.The signing was attended by Essa Kazim, Chairman of DP World Board of…

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Mubadala, Embraer to strengthen UAE’s position in global aerospace

Mubadala Investment Company (Mubadala), an Abu Dhabi sovereign investor, and Embraer, a leading global aerospace company headquartered in Brazil, on Wednesday signed a Strategic Framework Agreement at the Farnborough International Airshow, establishing a pathway to a long-term collaboration across supply, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO),…

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