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The United Arab Emirates has crushed more than 10 tonnes of elephant tusks and ivory carvings confiscated in the Gulf country in a move destined to send a strong message to poachers and smugglers. The UAE is not a major Read more
The Dubai government has revealed some of its intentions of investing in Africa during the Africa Global Business Forum held in Dubai. The forum was graced by Presidents from Ghana, Ethiopia and Rwanda alongside several major investors of the African Read more
The UAE vice-president and Prime Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashed Al-Maktoum, pointed out that the world cannot extinguish the fires of fanaticism by force alone and that the approach to defeat the Islamic State must necessarily focus on three ingredients, Read more
Oil prices could reach $15 per barrel higher on average by 2025 if investment in the Middle East is shortcoming. A report released by the International Energy Agency (IEA) has warned that $40 trillion and $8 trillion should be invested Read more
Reports from The National have claimed that the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, is behind a television project that will soon be launched in Europe to counter the well-known Al-Jazeera news network. The decision is said Read more
Qatar has renewed its intentions to reinforce its military arsenal with diverse equipment worth around $23billion from different companies mainly based in Europe and the United States. The military will be acquiring attack helicopters, guided missiles, tankers with high-tech equipment. Read more
A price has finally been agreed between the Saudi government and British defense contractor BAE Systems over the Eurofighter Typhoon jet deal. Known as the Salam deal, the original contract underwent renegotiations after Saudi requested more advanced weaponry and equipment Read more
German airline, Lufthansa, is enjoying a rampant growth in the Gulf and the Middle East and the trend is expected to continue. Although the year has not ended, the airline has already registered a 10% growth of customers in the Read more
Qatar is being urged to join one of the largest and highly regarded scientific research organizations in the world, the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN), as an associated member due to the progress it has registered in the domain. Read more
Since Qatar was awarded the 2022 FIFA World Cup, it has under immense criticism over the possibilities of hosting such a month long global event in its harsh conditions. The latest developments surrounding it are FIFA president Sepp Blatter’s revelation Read more