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2016 Global trade forecast revised downward

The World Trade Organization on Thursday, April 7, revised its 2016 global trade forecast downward by more than one percentage point, warning that a...

GCC suspends EU free-trade talks

The six-nation Gulf Cooperation Council has suspended talks with the European Union over a free-trade agreement, the GCC's secretary general said on Tuesday. "We have...

Historic Diamond unveiled in Dubai

First public unveiling of 478 carat diamond jointly hosted by DMCC and Letšeng Diamonds Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) and Letšeng Diamonds today hosted...
The pandemic-induced trend of digital adoption across several industries is set to continue with a relatively young and technologically inclined population.

Younger Tech-Savvy MENA To Raise E-Commerce Spend by 15% in 2023

100 million new digital users are expected in MENA over the next five years. The region’s digital economy is expected to be valued at $500...

DMCC and World Gold Council release second edition of ‘Visions of...

Gold coin series reinforces Dubai’s position as the City of Gold, and an important hub in the region Visions...
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) today announced the aircraft lessor is growing its 737 MAX portfolio

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise Orders 15 Boeing 737 MAX Jets

New order follows DAE's successful 737-8 agreement with American Airlines Boeing and Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) today announced the aircraft lessor is growing its...

Dubai Customs Agrees with the Jordanian Customs to Set out a...

Dubai Customs and Jordanian Customs have agreed to develop a mechanism for electronic networks between the two parties to facilitate information exchange, continual exchange...

Electronic System for Goods Monitoring launched in UAE

His Excellency Sultan Bin Saeed Al Mansoori, Minister of Economy has launched today during the 1st meeting of the Supreme Committee for Consumer Protection...

DP World launches new initiative to enhance trade opportunities in Dubai

DP World, UAE Region has launched an initiative to increase communication between Dubai’s key trade enablers and the large trading community. More ...

Dubai exports show 36% growth in first half of 2011

Dubai Exports revealed a 36% increase in Dubai’s direct exports during the first half of 2011 as compared to last year’s figures.

EDC and ESMA highlight National Standardisation as a main tool to...

The Dubai Export Development Corporation (EDC) and the Emirates Authority for Standardization & Metrology (ESMA) organised a seminar entitled ‘National Standards as a tool...

UAE best positioned to enjoy potential upside in Iranian trade volumes

Iran has been subject to sanctions since the Islamic Revolution in 1979 and its 36-year isolation may be soon coming to an end. Therefore,...

Abu Dhabi foreign trade rises 9% to AED112 Bn

Imports grow to AED 93.872 million; an increase of 4% Non–oil exports reach AED 9,505 million; an increase of...

EDC and ITFC host workshop for new entrants into the trade...

Dubai Export Development Corporation (EDC), an agency of the Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED), Government of Dubai, and the International Islamic Trade Finance...

Steel, Metal and Building Material trade in Jafza up 14% last...

Steel, Metal and Building Material companies based in Jafza generated trade worth AED 12.26 billion in 2010 registering a growth of 14% last year in comparison to AED 10.75 billion in 2009.

DMCC successfully redeems US$200 million sukuk

Final US$20 million repayment on five-year Islamic bond made on schedule Demonstrates underlying financial strength of DMCC Underscores rapid growth...

USA Regional Trade Center will officially open in June

Ambassador visits USA Regional Trade Center in Sharjah, UAE to emphasize US Embassy support The United States Ambassador to the UAE, Mr. Michael Corbin, visited...

EDC opens doors to UAE exporters for public procurement opportunities to...

Dubai Export Development Corporation (EDC), an agency of the Dubai Department of Economic Development, Government of Dubai, together with Apex-Brazil the Brazilian...