The UAE has been ranked first in the Arab World in the Global Competitiveness Report for 2019.
The report, which was released at the World Economic Forum in Davos, assesses the landscape of 141 economies around the world.
Globally the emirates was ranked 25th, gaining two positions from the last year.
Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, the UAE's Minister of Economy, said it was a new important milestone ''that would be added to the many landmark achievements made by the UAE".
Retailers and government join forces to promote UAE-made products
A nationwide campaign has been launched under the 'Make it in the Emirates' platform to boost the visibility and sales of UAE-made products across major retail and e-commerce channels.
Trump, Starmer hail limited US-UK trade deal, but 10% duties remain
US President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday announced a limited bilateral trade agreement that leaves in place Trump's 10 per cent tariffs on British exports and lowers prohibitive US duties on British car exports.
New urban hub to rise around historic Jebel Ali Racecourse
A new urban development is set to reshape Dubai’s skyline.
Emirates marks record annual profits with 22-week staff bonus
Dubai's Emirates Airline has announced a 22-week salary bonus for its employees to mark its best annual profits in its history, becoming the world’s most profitable airline.
Emirates Group achieves record annual profit of AED 22.7 billion
The Emirates Group has achieved record profit of AED 22.7 billion for 2024-25, with Emirates reporting the best result in its history to become the world’s most profitable airline.
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
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