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The gross premiums written by Arab insurance companies rose to about US$50.8 billion at the end of 2023, compared to about US$46.5 billion at the end of 2022, a growth of 9.2 percent, according to the latest statistics of the Arab Monetary Fund (AMF). The Fund stated that the global …

H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has arrived in Qatar on an official visit. Upon arrival at Doha International Airport, His Highness Sheikh Khaled was received by His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani, Deputy Emir of the State of Qatar. Sheikh …

The United Arab Emirates expressed its deep concern over developments in Lebanon, as well as the repercussions of this dangerous situation and impact on regional stability. The UAE reaffirmed its unwavering position towards the unity of Lebanon, national sovereignty, and territorial integrity, emphasising the country’s steadfast support for the people …

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has directed the delivery of an urgent US$100 million relief package to the people of Lebanon. This initiative is part of the UAE’s continuous efforts to support Lebanon through its current challenges, underscoring the nation’s unwavering commitment to assisting the Lebanese …

The United Arab Emirates continues to support the brotherly Palestinian people in overcoming the humanitarian challenges faced by the residents of the Gaza Strip. The Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 team distributed potable water to medical points and areas where displaced people have gathered in Khan Yunis as part of a …

The UAE Fuel Price Committee approved the fuel prices for October 2024 as follows: – Diesel: AED2.6 per litre.– Super “98” : AED2.66 per litre.– Special “95” : AED2.54 per litre.– E-Plus “91” : AED2.47 per litre.

The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has announced the postponement of the deadline to file a Tax Return and settle Corporate Tax Payable to 31st December 2024, applicable to short Tax Periods ending on or before 29th February 2024. The FTA issued Decision No. 7 of 2024 on the Postponement of the Deadline to …

 H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has met with António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN), at the UN headquarters in New York. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed and Guterres discussed boosting the cooperation between the UAE and the UN, …

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence, concluded his official visit to Uzbekistan, which marked a significant step forward in strengthening relations between the UAE and Uzbekistan. During the visit, he met with Shavkat Mirziyoyev, President of …

The European Union has called on airlines to avoid the airspace of Lebanon and Israel over the next month amid the escalation between the two sides. In a statement, the European Commission and the EU Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) warned of an “overall intensification of air strikes and deterioration of …