Share trading in China has been suspended after the markets plunged more than 7%. It’s the second time this week that falling prices triggered the so-called ‘circuit breaker’ mechanism, introduced on Monday. Investors are spooked by the depreciating yuan and disappointing manufacturing data. Moves by the Chinese Central Bank are fuelling fears that the world’s second largest economy is slowing down. Brent crude prices have also hit new 11-year lows due to concerns about oversupply.
UAE–South Korea CEPA comes into force on May 1
The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the UAE and South Korea will officially enter into force on May 1, 2026.
Meraas awards AED 2.4 billion in construction contracts for 'The Acres'
Meraas, a member of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has awarded AED 2.4 billion in main construction contracts for new phases of its flagship villa developments, The Acres and The Acres Estates, in Dubailand.
Bangladesh set to sign Boeing jet deal, shifting from Airbus
Bangladesh is set to sign a deal on Thursday to buy 14 aircraft from US planemaker Boeing, officials said, a move that marks a shift away from Europe's Airbus amid trade pressure from Washington.
UAE Circular Economy Council focuses on food security, sustainable growth
The UAE Circular Economy Council held its first meeting of 2026 on Wednesday, with discussions centred on strengthening food security, expanding sustainable production, and increasing investment in circular economy sectors.
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