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Saudi Arabia and Hong Kong are discussing establishing an exchange-traded fund

Cathay Pacific Airways is expected to relaunch direct passenger flights between Hong Kong and Riyadh. Saudi Arabia and Hong Kong are studying the possibility of establishing ETF It tracks the region's indicators, said Michael Wong, deputy financial secretary of the...

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Oman and Iran discuss reopening Hormuz shipping lane amid security talks

Oman and Iran’s foreign ministers spoke on Thursday about re‑establishing safe shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. They emphasized technical measures to secure the corridor and prevent future conflicts.

Sheela Paul stresses Gandhi’s peace message at Sharjah Book Fair

At the Sharjah International Book Fair, author Sheela Paul addressed a Gandhi Smruthi lecture series organized by the Mahatma Gandhi Cultural Forum. She urged the audience to adopt Gandhi’s principles to foster global peace.

Nol‑Jaywan Card Trial Begins in Dubai for Transport and Daily Payments

Dubai’s transport authority is testing a new Nol‑Jaywan card that merges public‑transport fare with broader payment functions. The trial, launched this month, aims to let commuters use one card for travel, parking and everyday purchases.

UAE energy firms turn to automation and AI to boost resilience

Emerson officials explain that advanced automation and AI are reducing outage times and improving safety in the UAE’s energy industry. They stress that while digital tools aid resilience, physical redundancy still protects capacity.

UAE teen Riyan Malhan clinches historic Youth Olympic badminton gold

Riyan Malhan became the first Emirati to capture a Youth Olympic gold medal in badminton, beating France’s Mady Sow in the final. The triumph follows his earlier Asian junior titles and highlights UAE’s rising badminton program.