Who is Faisal Taghi, alleged drug kingpin extradited from UAE to Netherlands?

The UAE and the Netherlands have an extradition treaty, though another alleged drug trafficker sought by the European country was recently released from Emirati custody.

United Arab Emirates

Gulf investment in UK real estate to hit $4B annually, says BLME

Research predicts that demographic trends and supply shortages will make the UK's real estate sector a more popular option for investors in the future.

Saudi Arabia

GCC’s renewable energy push pays off with Qatar, UAE taking lead

Several Gulf states rank relatively high on the World Economic Forum (WEF) Energy Transition Index, reflecting their efforts to transition toward renewable energy and reduce their dependence on fossil fuels.

Saudi Arabia

UAE, China, Russia, Turkey violating Sudan arms embargo: Amnesty

Amnesty International reports foreign countries sending weapons and ammunition to the warring sides in Sudan, where civil war has raged for more than a year.

Sudan

UAE's Flydubai says Boeing delays hurt airline’s expansion plans

The Virginia-based plane-maker has been beset by plane delivery delays since its best-selling narrow-body aircraft, the 737 MAX, was flagged for safety concerns and experienced technical problems and additional quality control processes.

United Arab Emirates

Trump adds to Gulf portfolio with Dubai tower deal

The Trump Organization and Dar Global have unveiled a new development, adding to others in Oman and Saudi Arabia this year.

United Arab Emirates

Tech investment slump reaching critical stage for cash strapped Middle East startups

Samuel Wendel

In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech

China, UAE hold air force drills in Xinjiang as defense relations grow

The joint air force training exercise, dubbed Falcon Shield, began on Wednesday in the northwest Xinjiang province of China and will continue until late July.

United Arab Emirates

Middle East startups see funding fall by 34% in first half of 2024

Although startup funding levels have plateaued globally, MENA reported an increase in early-stage rounds and investor participation.

United Arab Emirates

Analysis

What's next for Turkey-UAE ties as economic cooperation hits record high?

The fast-improving ties between the United Arab Emirates and Turkey will reach new heights and create employment opportunities in both countries, industry experts and Turkish officials believe.

By Barin Kayaoglu

In Ankara, reporting on geopolitics and national security

Analysis

Can Modi fast-track India-Mideast-Europe corridor post-reelection?

Ramping up initial phase of the corridor between India and the United Arab Emirates tops the agenda in New Delhi.

By Sabena Siddiqui

In Karachi, reporting on South Asia, Middle East, Iran

Climate crisis stokes growing challenges amid Middle East economic diversification drives