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The Gulf’s post-tariffs playbook: trade, industry and China

Region's modern logistics infrastructure, free trade zones and globally connected ports make it a logical choice for companies seeking a stable base

Arcapita expands US private equity portfolio with acquisition of Trustpoint

The Mubadala building in Abu Dhabi. Mubadala's capital deployed across various sectors grew 33.7 per cent year-on-year to Dh119 billion. Victor Besa / The National

Mubadala asset base grows to $326bn on AI and future-focused investments

UAE industrial exports surge to $53.6bn on local manufacturing boost

SAAS Properties unveils The St Regis Residences on Al Maryah Island

SAAS Properties unveils The St Regis Residences on Al Maryah Island

New Dubai airport expansion to drive a million jobs and housing

Abu Dhabi signs initial pact with Japan as it seeks to boost non-oil trade

The Family Office launches financial goal in the UAE

Emirates posts record $5.2 billion annual profit on bumper travel demand

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Abu Dhabi, UAE- April 02 2015: Residents woke up to find the capital blanketed by a sandstorm that reduced visibility on the roads and forced people to wear dust masks and cover their faces. Deepthi Unnikrishnan/The National *** Local Caption *** DU - 02022015 - Sandstorm 04.JPG

We are seeing dust storms earlier than usual, say UAE experts

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UAE theme parks you can visit before Disneyland Abu Dhabi opens

Foreign workers must have higher education qualifications verified in order to take up employment in the Emirates. PA

How to get your university degree attested in the UAE

Ibrahim Al Hasawi was given a lifetime achievement award at this year's Saudi Film Festival. Photo: Ahmed Al Thani

Ibrahim Al Hasawi's rise from Saudi cinema pioneer to major star

Paulo Sousa has already led Shabab Al Ahli to the Pro League title. AFP

UAE President's Cup: Sousa says Shabab Al Ahli must be 'fearless' in final

Pressure Cooker is curated by Azza Aboualam. Photo: National Pavilion UAE Venice Biennale

UAE pavilion in Venice reimagines greenhouses for climate change

The American film director David Lynch will be missed long after his death in January. AFP

CommentTrump's tariffs on 'foreign' films should make us ask: After David Lynch, who?

Abu Dhabi attends first ever Osaka Expo in 1970. Photo: UAE National Archives

Abu Dhabi comes full circle at Osaka Expo since 1970 debut

Earth to ether slogan portrays where we started and where we are going, says Shihab Al Faheem

UAE corporate tax implications for businesses that shut down

Fed holds US rates steady again as it warns of rising risks

Trump set to sign 'first trade deal with UK'

Chip exports: Trump says easing of restrictions for Gulf countries might be announced soon

Flynas IPO: 'Strong interest' from investors despite global market volatility

Dubizzle reaches 500,000 verified users to mark major milestone in platform trust and engagement

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A tax law passed in November is part of a series of austerity measures to reduce cut debt and satisfy the conditions of International Monetary Fund loan. AFP

Why is Jordan burdened by external debt?

How to understand regional player's history of foreign dependence

The New York Stock Exchange. Sweeping US tariffs sent global markets into chaos in recent weeks. Bloomberg

Recession fears evoke deja vu. The Middle East might be safe

Sanctions on Syria: a look back, a way forward

What Trump's tariffs mean for the Middle East

Comment & analysis

The Gulf’s post-tariffs playbook: trade, industry and China

Selling your stocks due to Trump tariffs would be big mistake

How the Gulf is changing its relationship with global consultants

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How AI is changing the nature of financial fraud

Gurcharan Chhabra

What Brussels and Abu Dhabi hope to gain from closer trade ties

Simon J. Evenett

Consistency and patience key to becoming a successful investor

Why gold is a smart investment choice

Why Gulf should not worry about higher oil and gas exports

Office space: Why Sharjah is attracting more businesses

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Disney to open first Middle East theme park in Abu Dhabi

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Stunning light display celebrates Disneyland Abu Dhabi

Dubai awards Dh1 billion contract for construction of a second runway of Al Maktoum International Airport

Dubai awards Dh1 billion contract for construction of a second runway of Al Maktoum International Airport

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Energy expert Robin Mills explains the latest in oil, clean energy and more in the UAE and beyond

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Adnoc Drilling is the largest integrated drilling services company in the Middle East by fleet size. Photo: Adnoc Drilling

Adnoc Drilling plans to boost partnerships beyond Abu Dhabi as profit jumps 24%

Oil rebounds after dropping on Opec+ supply boost

Adnoc Distribution Q1 profit up 16% on network growth and Saudi expansion

Aviation

Emirates airline to offer 22-week staff bonus after record profit

Heathrow took seven hours to reopen after restoring power

Visitors inspect the new expansion of Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) at the Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects section during the 24th edition of the Dubai Airport Show. EPA

New Dubai airport expansion to drive a million jobs and housing

The S&P 500 index returned more than 20 per cent in each of the last two years. AFP

It might be time for investors to look past the US stock market

The waning of American exceptionalism provides an opportunity for a more balanced approach to global investing, experts say

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