New york: Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, participated in the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) meeting in New York as part of the UAE delegation led by H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs. This significant annual event convened global leaders to discuss critical international issues and promote collaboration for a sustainable future. According to Emirates News Agency, Al Zeyoudi held a series of bilateral meetings with government officials to explore opportunities for strengthening trade and investment ties aimed at developing key economic sectors. ‘The UAE’s presence

Abu dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) is spearheading a significant economic delegation to the United States as part of its ongoing initiatives to enhance strategic partnerships with major global economies. This move aims to establish Abu Dhabi as a leading destination for talent, business, and investment on the international stage. According to Emirates News Agency, the delegation, led by Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of ADDED, comprises over 100 senior representatives from 44 government and private sector entities in Abu Dhabi. These entities include the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Abu Dhabi Global Market

Kuwait city: The price of Kuwaiti oil decreased by US$1.35, settling at US$71.39 per barrel on Monday, as reported by the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation on Tuesday. This marks a decline from the previous price of US$72.74 per barrel recorded last Friday. According to Emirates News Agency, the global oil market also experienced a downturn. Brent crude saw a reduction of US$2.16, bringing its price to US$67.97 per barrel. Similarly, West Texas Intermediate faced a decrease of US$2.27, reaching US$63.45 per barrel.

Dubai: The Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment (MBRHE) has announced a strategic partnership with GFS Developments to launch the Smart Housing Forum 2025, which is set to take place in Dubai this October. The forum will be held under the theme ‘Innovative Solutions for Smart and Sustainable Housing’ and is aimed at strengthening collaboration between the public and private sectors to advance the sustainable housing ecosystem. According to Emirates News Agency, the agreement was signed in Dubai with the presence of Dhallal Khalifa Al Falasi, Assistant CEO of the Corporate Support Sector at MBRHE, and Irfan Wahid, CEO of GFS

Abu dhabi: Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the United Arab Emirates’s national railway network, confirmed that it is moving forward with confidence toward launching passenger transport services by 2026, in line with the UAE’s ambition to provide an integrated, safe, and efficient rail network. It said this network will contribute to strengthening connectivity between cities and communities while meeting passenger needs according to the highest international standards. According to Emirates News Agency, Azza Alsuwaidi, Deputy CEO of Etihad Rail Mobility, stated on the sidelines of the opening of the second edition of the Global Rail 2025 exhibition and