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      Shweta Jain

      Shweta Jain

      Assistant Business Editor
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      Shweta has over 25 years of experience working across print and digital platforms in the UAE and India, covering regional and global business, finance and economic policy. Previously the deputy business editor at Gulf News, she has interviewed business leaders across multiple sectors, including Donald Trump Junior, Virgin Airlines’ founder Sir Richard Branson and Emirates Airlines’ chairman Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed, among others. At The National, she helps lead the newsroom’s business coverage, with a focus on engaging reporting and insightful analysis for readers across the Middle East and beyond.
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      Protesters block cars from advancing on a main road in the southern Lebanese city of Sidon during a general strike by public transport and workers unions. AFP
      Lebanon’s crisis needs a thorough reform plan to stabilise economy, IMF staff say

      Country also needs to address deep-seated challenges and lay the ground for sustainable and strong growth

      EconomyFebruary 11, 2022
      Abu Dhabi Ship Building specialises in the construction, repair and refit of naval, military and commercial vessels. Christopher Pike / The National
      Yahsat bags $6.53m contract from Abu Dhabi Ship Building for secure satellite services

      Abu Dhabi-listed Yahsat will design, deliver and integrate satellite communication systems in vessels produced by ADSB

      BusinessFebruary 10, 2022
      Consumers have been quick to adapt FinTech services such as digital payments, remittances, insurance and lending. File photo
      FinTech Pyypl raises $11m in early-stage funding to expand in GCC and Africa

      ADGM-licensed start-up offers digital payment solutions for one billion smartphone users in MEA who are financially underserved

      TechnologyFebruary 10, 2022
      A general view of Jumeirah Beach Residence and Dubai Eye ferris wheel. International visitors to Dubai crossed 3.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2021. Reuters
      Dubai posts 32% increase in visitor numbers in 2021

      The emirate hosted 7.28 million international overnight visitors last year

      BusinessFebruary 03, 2022
      The new law aims to boost family businesses’ contribution to the diversification and growth of the UAE economy. Reuters
      Sheikh Khalifa issues new family business ownership governance law

      Law aims to further enhance the family-owned business legislative ecosystem by adopting a more flexible economic model

      BusinessJanuary 25, 2022
      The funds from Infra Initiative, launched by Saudi multilateral lenders Apicorp and IsDB, will be used to finance strategic utility projects. Photo: Silvia Razgova / The National
      Apicorp and IsDB collaborate on $1bn infrastructure financing initiative

      The multilateral lenders aim to address low private sector participation in funding energy projects

      BusinessJanuary 12, 2022
      Dana Gas payments from Egypt and Kurdistan jumped 107 per cent in 2021 on higher oil prices. Photo: Crescent Petroleum
      Dana Gas and Crescent Petroleum post 50% jump in gas production in Iraqi Kurdistan

      Production from operations in Iraqi Kurdistan over a three-year period reached a record 452 million cubic feet of gas per day at the end of 2021

      EnergyJanuary 12, 2022
      Kuwait's Haitham Al Ghais as been appointed as the new secretary general of Opec. AFP
      Opec appoints Kuwait’s Haitham Al Ghais as new secretary general

      Oil veteran will take the reins in August, replacing Mohammad Barkindo

      EnergyJanuary 03, 2022
      The global market for clear aligners is expected to reach about $16bn by 2028, according to a report. Photo: Eon Dental
      Jordanian dental technology company taps into growing market

      Eon Dental is tapping into a growing market for clear aligners in the Mena region

      BusinessJanuary 02, 2022
      AD Ports Group has signed agreements with Aqaba Development Corporation. Photo: AD Ports Group
      AD Ports signs agreements with Jordan’s Aqaba Development Corporation

      Strategic partnerships aimed at boosting tourism and providing logistics and digital solutions for the Hashemite kingdom

      BusinessDecember 19, 2021
      Adio opened eight international offices in January 2021. Photo: Adio
      Adio holds roadshows in major cities to attract investors to Abu Dhabi

      Events were organised by Adio’s London, Paris, Beijing, Seoul, New York and San Francisco offices

      BusinessDecember 13, 2021
      Shoppers at Mall of the Emirates in Dubai. Driving the retail growth in the UAE are technology and experiential marketing. Pawan Singh / The National
      UAE ranks 14th globally in retail spending, survey shows

      The Emirates leads the Mena region in household spending on e-commerce in 2020

      BusinessDecember 13, 2021
      Residential towers at Marina Square, on Reem Island in Abu Dhabi. Ravindranath K / The National
      Property unit Al Tamouh’s merger with Al Qudra Holding approved

      Al Qudra Holding board also approved a foreign ownership limit of 30% of outstanding shares, subject to regulatory approval

      MarketsDecember 12, 2021
      Sibur offices in Moscow. Russia's largest integrated petrochemicals company is making the transition to an ESG-driven strategy and governance framework. Photo: Mubadala
      Mubadala acquires 1.9% stake in Sibur, Russia’s largest petrochemicals company

      The Abu Dhabi company has invested more than $3bn in businesses in the country since 2010

      EnergyDecember 08, 2021
      Mubadala intends to diversify its asset base as it continues to increase its investment in technology and health care. Photo: Mubadala
      Mubadala invests in US enterprise software company Medallia

      The Abu Dhabi fund made the investment alongside private equity firm Thoma Bravo

      BusinessDecember 08, 2021
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