GCC food consumption will rise to 55.5m MT by 2029, driven by population growth, health-focused diets, tourism and digital food services
Source: Arabian Business
Full Article: GCC food consumption to hit 55.5m metric tonnes by 2029 as health and tech trends reshape demand
Abu Dhabi completes drone delivery trial and unveils 250kg VTOL cargo aircraft breakthrough
Abu Dhabi completes first drone delivery trial with ITC and LODD Autonomous, and unveils VTOL aircraft plans to transform regional logistics.
Source: Arabian Business
Full Article: Abu Dhabi completes drone delivery trial and unveils 250kg VTOL cargo aircraft breakthrough
Dubai launches 2025 Economic Survey to boost GDP data and D33 goals
Dubai has launched its 2025 Economic Survey to gather data from key sectors, strengthen GDP insights, and support the ambitious Dubai Economic Agenda D33
Source: Arabian Business
Full Article: Dubai launches 2025 Economic Survey to boost GDP data and D33 goals
COGAT accuses Hamas of opening fire on UN vehicles, preventing new UN aid route
The UN vehicles were reportedly stolen, and terrorists placed sandbags on the route to prevent new attempts to deliver aid.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: COGAT accuses Hamas of opening fire on UN vehicles, preventing new UN aid route
UAE unveils economic clusters policy adding $8.2bn to GDP annually
UAE Cabinet led by Sheikh Mohammed approves new economic clusters policy to add $8.2bn to GDP, plus initiatives in health, AI and sustainability
Source: Arabian Business
Full Article: UAE unveils economic clusters policy adding .2bn to GDP annually
Israel's 'Iron Beam' fully operational to hit missiles along with drones
Firing Arrow interceptors can cost millions of shekels, Iron Dome interceptors can cost tens of thousands of shekels, but firing the Iron Beam is as cheap as turning a light on.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Israel's 'Iron Beam' fully operational to hit missiles along with drones
IDF intercepts Houthi missile after sirens triggered in central Israel
The attack comes after a series of strikes by the military in Hodeidah's port, with Houthi-linked media stating that at least 12 strikes were recorded.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: IDF intercepts Houthi missile after sirens triggered in central Israel
Switzerland adopts first-ever national strategy against racism, antisemitism
The strategy aims to improve the identification of racism and antisemitism, to protect those affected, and to strengthen the prevention of racism at the institutional level.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Switzerland adopts first-ever national strategy against racism, antisemitism
Dubai RTA to roll out battery-swapping stations for electric delivery bikes
Dubai RTA will install battery-swapping stations for electric delivery bikes, supporting zero-emission fleets
Source: Arabian Business
Full Article: Dubai RTA to roll out battery-swapping stations for electric delivery bikes
Dubai Police issues Global Village VIP ticket scam warning
Dubai Police warns public over social media scams offering fake Global Village VIP tickets
Source: Arabian Business
Full Article: Dubai Police issues Global Village VIP ticket scam warning