The US contributes about 18% to WHO’s $6.8 billion 2024-2025 budget, making it the organisation’s largest financial supporter
Politics & Economics
Donald Trump
President Trump orders US exit from World Health Organization
He cited the mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic and other international health crises by the global health agency as the reasons for the decision
Dubai
UK suffers historic brain drain, wealth exodus as UAE passport power rises
The trend coincides with a sharp decline in British global mobility power, with the UK passport dropping from first place in 2015 to fifth position in 2025
Donald Trump
‘The golden age begins now’: 6 key takeaways from Donald Trump’s inauguration speech
Trump promises “revolution of common sense” in his second inaugural speech, pledging border crackdowns, major energy policy shifts and sweeping territorial changes for the U.S. – here’s everything you need to know
Donald Trump
Donald Trump sworn in as US president, vows to begin ‘golden age’ for America
Donald Trump has been sworn in as the 47th President of the United States
Boris Johnson
Former British Prime Minister to attend Saudi Media Forum 2025
Boris Johnson will speak at Saudi Media Forum 2025
Dubai Chamber
Dubai Chamber of Commerce adds 70,500 companies as exports pas $84bn
Dubai Chamber of Commerce reported growth data to show increase in activity
climate change
Donald Trump to declare national energy emergency: Report
The move is set to be among an array of actions Trump will take – starting hours after he’s sworn in on Monday – to deliver on campaign promises to boost domestic energy output
GCC
GCC investors eye Hong Kong deals as bloc’s GDP passes $2.1tn
GCC members are looking to Hong Kong for future investment opportunities says Jasem Albudaiwi
economic diversification
Non-oil sector to drive resilience of GCC economies in 2025, report finds
Despite a projected slowdown in global growth to 3.1% from 3.2%, the GCC is expected to outperform, driven by resilient non-oil sector growth and strategic investments
Gaza ceasefire
‘Bittersweet’ relief for Palestinian diaspora in UAE as expats voice cautious optimism over Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal
Under the first phase of the agreement, 33 Israeli hostages – including all women, children, and men over 50 – will be released in exchange for Palestinian prisoners
Gaza ceasefire
World leaders welcome Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal, call for lasting peace
From Washington to Riyadh, leaders welcome watershed Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement, as mediators race to halt hostilities before implementing the Gaza deal on Sunday
corporate governance
New UAE laws and regulations for 2025 – All you need to know
From landmark reforms in marriage and custody rights to new corporate governance rules, rental market changes, and traffic regulations, here’s your essential guide to the major reforms taking effect this year
Egypt
Israel and Hamas agree Gaza ceasefire and hostage release: Qatari PM
Qatar and UAE welcome ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel
cepa
UAE and Kenya sign CEPA deal as they look to boost 9-month $3.1bn trade
UAE and Kenya sign expansive Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement
cepa
UAE and Malaysia sign CEPA deal as they look to boost $4.9bn trade
UAE and Malaysia sign expansive Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement
cepa
UAE and New Zealand sign CEPA deal amid $5bn trade target
UAE and New Zealand sign expansive Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement