Stories from Abu Dhabi · UAE

Asian markets are offering premiums for diesel-rich crude oil originating from the United Arab Emirates. This indicates strong demand from the region for UAE oil.

The fifth edition of the Esnaa industrial platform event launched today in Abu Dhabi. The event is held at the ADNOC center and is expected to attract approximately 120,000 visitors. The platform will run from May 4 to May 7, 2026. This event is focused on a specific platform or initiative. The use of the system to protect the United Arab Emirates has not been fully confirmed. This development occurs amid ongoing tensions between the United States, Iran, and Israel. The event features more than 4,300 products and approximately 1,000 displays. There are 300 speakers scheduled to participate in the event.

Sultan Ahmed bin Salim has resigned from his position.

Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is investing $55 billion in new projects, according to reports. The UAE-based state oil producer aims to increase production capacity to 5 million barrels per day by next year. This move follows long-standing frustration among Emiratis regarding OPEC production quotas. Adnoc has announced a investment plan totaling $55 billion, signaling a move away from OPEC's influence. The plan aims to boost economic activity and expand operations.

The United Arab Emirates has left the Organization of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries, which is headquartered in Kuwait. This move follows the nation's previous departure from OPEC and the OPEC+ alliance.

The United Arab Emirates has allocated 2 billion dirhams through the Mohammed bin Rashid Innovation Fund to support artificial intelligence companies and related industrial projects. The initiative is part of a broader effort to attract AI-related ventures to the country. This investment aims to boost AI development and adoption within the country. The funding will support research, infrastructure, and talent development in the AI sector. The United Arab Emirates is working to increase the industrial sector's contribution to its GDP to 300 billion dirhams by 2031. This follows the launch of the National Strategy for Industry and Advanced Technology, also known as 'Project 300bn', on March 22, 2021. At the time of the strategy's launch, the sector's contribution stood at 133 billion dirhams, representing 8.5% of the GDP.

Gold exports from Sudan to the United Arab Emirates increased from 17 tons in early 2023 to 24-29 tons during the ongoing conflict. The increase in gold volume has reportedly boosted profits in Abu Dhabi.

The company Ednook announced it will invest 55 billion dollars to accelerate operations in the United Arab Emirates. This investment follows the company's recent departure from OPEC. The announcement comes as OPEC Plus agreed to a modest oil output hike for June, marking the third increase since the current conflict began. However, oil shipments from the Gulf remain restricted due to a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

The UAE-based company Ednook announced it will reduce spending by $55 billion. This move is intended to accelerate certain operations, according to reports. The announcement comes amid market uncertainty regarding OPEC+ production and UAE withdrawal regulations.

Abu Dhabi has unveiled a new art installation featuring metallic, curved, and stone-like elements. The structure includes a labyrinth of galleries connected by walkways and glass bridges. The project follows a $1 billion investment in the region. The installation is described as a complex maze of interconnected paths.