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UAE leaving OPEC could reshape oil markets and ease Pakistan's energy costs
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UAE leaving OPEC could reshape oil markets and ease Pakistan's energy costs

The UAE is quitting OPEC from May 1, 2026. Here's what its exit means for global oil prices and Pakistan's $16 billion import bill

Dubai Police arrest 276 in transnational fraud network crackdown with FBI, Chinese police
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Dubai Police arrest 276 in transnational fraud network crackdown with FBI, Chinese police

Dubai Police dismantled three criminal syndicates and nine fraud centers in a joint operation with the FBI and Chinese police, arresting 276 suspects.

Abu Dhabi non-oil trade jumps 36% to AED415 billion in 2025
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Abu Dhabi non-oil trade jumps 36% to AED415 billion in 2025

Abu Dhabi's non-oil foreign trade reached AED415.4 billion in 2025, up 36% year-on-year, driven by a 63% surge in exports

UAE leaves OPEC and OPEC+ in major blow to oil producers' group
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UAE leaves OPEC and OPEC+ in major blow to oil producers' group

The move will weaken the group amid the Iran war and US pressure on Gulf oil producers

Iran needs 'credible guarantees' against attacks before Gulf can be stable, envoy says
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Iran needs 'credible guarantees' against attacks before Gulf can be stable, envoy says

Iran's UN envoy complains that countries only criticized Iran and not a naval blockade declared by the United States

UAE slams Gulf allies as ‘weakest historically’ in response to Iran attacks
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UAE slams Gulf allies as ‘weakest historically’ in response to Iran attacks

Presidential advisor Anwar Gargash says GCC's response to Iranian missile and drone strikes was the weakest in the bloc's history, surprising even him

UAE ranks first globally in entrepreneurship for fifth consecutive year
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UAE ranks first globally in entrepreneurship for fifth consecutive year

The UAE has topped the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor rankings for the fifth year running. Here's what drove the result and what it means for business

Dubai launches rapid intervention vehicle to boost flood response capabilities
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Dubai launches rapid intervention vehicle to boost flood response capabilities

Authorities say vehicle cuts emergency response times by over 75%, improving safety and traffic flow during severe weather

UAE vice president, US secretary of state discuss regional security in phone call
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UAE vice president, US secretary of state discuss regional security in phone call

Two sides also review UAE-US ties, reaffirming their long-standing partnership and commitment to deeper cooperation across key sectors

UAE University tops national rankings, ranks 55th in Asia
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UAE University tops national rankings, ranks 55th in Asia

Senior UAE official says ranking reflects UAEU’s focus on academic excellence, research innovation and national priorities

US-Iran war raises credit risks for emerging markets, Fitch says
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US-Iran war raises credit risks for emerging markets, Fitch says

Energy prices, funding conditions and supply chains seen as key transmission channels

Pakistan repays $3.45B UAE deposits as reserves hold steady
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Pakistan repays $3.45B UAE deposits as reserves hold steady

SBP completes ADFD settlement while Saudi, IMF inflows support outlook

Fertilizer disruption from Iran conflict could raise Asia food prices, Fitch says
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Fertilizer disruption from Iran conflict could raise Asia food prices, Fitch says

Higher input costs and weaker yields may pressure agribusiness margins and food supply chains

Abu Dhabi delegation wraps up Milan visit focused on finance and trade ties
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Abu Dhabi delegation wraps up Milan visit focused on finance and trade ties

Milan meetings focused on capital flows, cross-border expansion and Abu Dhabi growth priorities

ADB commits $29.3 billion in 2025 amid reforms push
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ADB commits $29.3 billion in 2025 amid reforms push

Lending rises 20% as bank expands capacity, prioritizes private sector and infrastructure

UAE, Syria presidents discuss ties, regional security in Abu Dhabi talks
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UAE, Syria presidents discuss ties, regional security in Abu Dhabi talks

Both sides review Middle East developments and their impact on regional stability, global security, maritime routes, and the global economy

UAE orders banks to stop using WhatsApp for financial services
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UAE orders banks to stop using WhatsApp for financial services

Banks face sanctions if they fail to end messaging app use by April 30

Dubai unveils $9 billion Gold Line metro expansion to link city center with suburbs
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Dubai unveils $9 billion Gold Line metro expansion to link city center with suburbs

Gold Line metro expansion will boost connectivity and cut congestion across the emirate

Clarified: UAE does not require external financial backing
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Clarified: UAE does not require external financial backing

Al Otaiba describes UAE as one of the world’s most financially resilient economies, citing over $2 trillion in sovereign investment assets

OIC reaffirms solidarity with UAE after foiled security threat plot
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OIC reaffirms solidarity with UAE after foiled security threat plot

OIC General Secretariat says it supports all measures taken by UAE to safeguard its sovereignty, territorial integrity and internal stability