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President of the Arab Gulf Program for Development (AGFUND) Prince Abdulaziz bin Talal bin Abdulaziz signed strategic partnership agreements with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), represented by UN Assistant Secretary-General and Director of the UNDP Regional Bureau for Arab States Abdallah Al Dardari.  The agreements aim to renew support for the Arab Human Development Reports and to strengthen cooperation in development finance and innovation, thereby advancing development pathways across the Arab region.  The agreements also include support for the ‘Green Financing Platform – Arab Region’ and efforts to expand investments in innovative development finance, with particular focus on countries…

CNME Editor Mark Forker managed to secure an exclusive interview with Rahul Misra, SVP and Managing Director MEA, at IFS, in an effort to better understand how they are equipping businesses that operate in asset-intensive industries with the tools to succeed, their unique approach to AI, the opportunities that remain untapped for them across the Middle East marketplace – and the capabilities that makes Nexus Black uniquely different. Rahul Misra, SVP and Managing Director MEA, at IFS, believes IFS has the product portfolio, industry expertise and partnership model to really expand their presence across the Middle East region. Rahul Misra…

WASHINGTON — US Vice President JD Vance said Friday that upcoming talks with Iran are expected to be “positive,” as he departed for Pakistan ahead of rare direct negotiations between the two sides. Speaking before boarding Air Force Two, Vance said the US delegation would approach the talks with “open hands,” while emphasizing that progress depends on Iran’s willingness to negotiate in good faith. “I think it’s going to be positive,” he said. “If the Iranians are willing to negotiate in good faith, we are certainly willing to extend the open hand.” He added: “If they’re going to try to…

RIYADH — The National Center for Meteorology has forecast moderate to heavy rainfall across most regions of Saudi Arabia starting Friday and continuing through Tuesday. Affected areas include Asir, Jazan, Najran, Al-Baha, Makkah, Riyadh, the Eastern Province, Qassim, and the Northern Borders. The center urged the public to follow official weather updates and alerts through its website, social media platforms, and the Anwaa app. The General Directorate of Civil Defense also called on residents to exercise caution, remain in safe locations, avoid flood-prone areas and valleys, and refrain from swimming in them. According to the forecast, Makkah region will experience…

The Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA) called on the public to ensure the reliability of websites and electronic platforms before sharing personal data, documents, and biometric identifiers when obtaining services provided by such platforms, and to be cautious about sharing this information with unofficial websites or platforms. The authority stressed the importance of this when sharing any personal data, documents, or biometric identifiers with any electronic platforms or websites to ensure that such information is not used unlawfully, which could expose individuals to fraud, identity theft, and other risks resulting from dealing with platforms or websites without verifying their reliability. This…

WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump warned Sunday that Tuesday “will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day” in the ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran, signaling potential strikes on key infrastructure. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said: “Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran. There will be nothing like it!!!” He warned that Tehran must reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face severe consequences. “Iran must open up the Strait of Hormuz or you’ll be living in Hell — JUST WATCH! Praise be to Allah,” he added.…

TEHRAN — Clashes broke out between Iranian forces and US troops during a rescue operation for a downed American pilot, with Iranian media claiming that a US C-130 support aircraft was shot down. According to Defa Press Agency, Iranian law enforcement special units destroyed several US assets, including an HC-130 special operations aircraft, two Black Hawk helicopters, and multiple drones. The report said fighting continued on the ground between Iranian units and US personnel involved in or supporting the mission. Earlier, Iranian media claimed that a US C-130 support aircraft had been downed in southern Isfahan. Separately, Fox News reported…

A structured approach to safeguarding assets and ensuring long-term family security in the country Published: Fri 10 Apr 2026, 5:00 PM The Middle East is experiencing its most volatile period in years. Tensions between regional powers have escalated in ways that few anticipated, and for the millions of expatriates living and working in the UAE, one question has never felt more urgent: if something happened to you tomorrow, what would become of everything you have built here? Why uncertainty makes a UAE will urgent right now Most people postpone estate planning for the same reason. Life feels manageable, the future…

Why do we go to a restaurant? Perhaps to enjoy good food. But then, can we not cook good food at home? Perhaps it’s for consistency. Consistency of what — taste, quality, experience? Or maybe to seek a change. A change in what, exactly? Perhaps for a shift in ambience, the subtle difference in flavour, the pleasure of variety. Yet, one might still wonder, can we not create that same variety within the comfort of our own home? Perhaps we step out for something less tangible — a few unguarded moments to look at one another and smile, instead of…

In moments of uncertainty, the UAE community has often revealed one of its defining traits: an instinct to come together. Across the country, that spirit of resilience and solidarity is once again finding expression through a series of thoughtful gestures and initiatives aimed at supporting residents and visitors alike. From world-class attractions opening their gates free of charge to hospitality offers designed to ease leisure costs, organisations across sectors are stepping in to create small pockets of relief. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Here’s a look at some of the promotions, community…