Morocco to Set Up Stadium Courts for 2030 World Cup
Morocco is planning to set up judicial committees in stadiums to swiftly handle potential offences by fans during the 2030 FIFA World Cup it will…
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World’s largest sports piracy site shut down by police
The world’s biggest destination for illegal streams of live sports events has been shut down, according to a leading anti-piracy group. The Alliance for Creativity…
UAE sees steady August PMI growth as Kuwait, Egypt contract
Business activity across Middle Eastern and North African economies showed mixed trends in August, with the UAE leading growth while Kuwait and Egypt recorded contractions,…
Saudi Arabia, UK announce $445m economic partnership
Saudi Arabia and the UK are set to strengthen their economic ties through more than £360 million ($445 million) in joint investments, Business Secretary Jonathan…
Saudi Arabia Sells $5.5 Billion in Dual-tranche Sukuk Sale Strong Demand
Saudi Arabia continues to assert its position as a financial powerhouse in international markets, as its latest issuance of dollar-denominated Islamic bonds, or sukuk, witnessed…
Property tech, gaming firms lead major funding rounds
Investor confidence is rising in Middle East startups, from proptech funding rounds to strategic bets in the growing gaming sector. These moves reflect a broader…
Egypt’s Net Foreign Assets Jump to a Record $18.5 Billion in July
Egypt’s net foreign assets rose by $3.54 billion in July to a record $18.5 billion, central bank data showed, as Gulf investments, a currency devaluation…
Developing Countries Swapping Out of Dollar Debt
Developing countries are moving out of dollar debts and turning to currencies with rock bottom interest rates such as the Chinese renminbi and Swiss franc,…