Let’s be honest; most businesses don’t think about crisis communication until they’re already in the middle of one. And by then, the scramble to figure out who says what, when, and to whom can do just as much damage as the crisis itself. We live in a world where things
Dubai: HSBC remains confident in the long-term prospects of Gulf economies despite escalating conflict across the Middle East, Group Chief Executive Georges Elhedery said in a statement to Gulf News on Monday. “Our thoughts are with all those affected by current events,” Elhedery said. “HSBC remains steadfast in our confidence
Dubai: In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has issued Law No. (3) of 2026 on the quality and safety of buildings in the emirate of Dubai. Provisions of the Law apply to
The UAE’s rapid move toward embedding artificial intelligence across its economy is setting a new global benchmark for digital transformation. As the country strengthens its position as a hub for advanced technologies, enterprises across government, telecom, and finance are shifting from isolated AI use cases to fully AI‑native architectures, an
The UAE has once again demonstrated its strength as a globally trusted hub for trade and commerce, maintaining economic stability despite regional uncertainties. The country’s leadership has consistently demonstrated a remarkable ability to anticipate challenges and implement forward-looking policies. The UAE’s commitment to public welfare, inclusive growth, and long-term stability
Saudi Arabia’s non-oil economy demonstrated continued strength at the start of 2026, with business activity expanding at a solid pace throughout January, according to the latest Riyadh Bank Purchasing Managers’ Index report from S&P Global. The Kingdom’s PMI registered 56.3 in January, slightly down from December’s 57.4 but still well
Saudi Arabia is recalibrating its ambitious Vision 2030 development programme by transferring some major projects to private sector management, according to the kingdom’s economy minister, Faisal al-Ibrahim. Speaking with Reuters at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Ibrahim explained that the government is taking a flexible approach to managing its
The United Arab Emirates has achieved a historic economic milestone as its non-oil foreign trade exceeded one trillion dollars (Dh3.8 trillion) for the first time ever. The announcement came from Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum on Saturday, January 31, revealing a remarkable 26 percent surge compared to the previous
A speech by Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, at the World Government Summit has been making waves across social media. During his session “The Impregnable Fortress,” he shared a bold vision for the country’s future that resonated with many. Here’s what