There are a lot of new developments taking place not just in the UAE but across the GCC. So, it can often be quite difficult to keep up with these updates. To ensure that you are always ahead of the news and are up-to-date with the latest happenings, we are here with a list of updates from the GCC region that you might want to know.
GCC Updates
1. Emirates Back As Partners Of Australia Open
Flying high and acing it – we’re back as Official Airline of the Australian Open for another five years. https://t.co/w4QBnsnzoL pic.twitter.com/bOp0IPoQWl
— Emirates (@emirates) December 4, 2024
Emirates took to its official account on X to announce that they are back as the official airline for the Australian Open for another five years. Yes, this is valid till 2029 and the airline has already been partnering with Tennis Australia since 2015. From 2025 onwards, this partnership will extend outside the Australian Open.
2. UAE NCM Records 5.5 Magnitude Earthquake In Western Iran
On December 5, the UAE NCM recorded a 5.5 magnitude earthquake near Western Iran. The seismic network detected this earthquake at 8:02 AM with a depth of 10 km. Even though Iran is quite close to the UAE, these shakings were not felt by the people in the country as reported by the metrological department.
3. Qatar Airways Cargo Signs MoU With Japan Airline Cargo
A strategic alliance with Japan Airlines Cargo.
Qatar Airways Cargo and Japan Airlines Cargo have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen their partnership and enhance product offerings for cargo customers!
This MoU aims to deliver enhanced services and achieve… pic.twitter.com/4POiCapXbC
— Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) December 4, 2024
Qatar Airways Cargo has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Japan Airline Cargo. This has been done to strengthen their partnership and enhance the product offerings for the cargo customers. With the aim of delivering enhanced services, the MoU has been signed to achieve operational synergies. This will be done by merging their network through hubs in Tokyo and Doha.
4. WorldEF Dubai 2024 Forum Commences
I inaugurated the WORLDEF Dubai 2024 forum, the world’s largest digital commerce event. Hosted at @DubaiCommercity, this premier platform, highlights Dubai’s pivotal role as a global hub for trade and innovation, bringing together leaders and experts to explore the opportunities… pic.twitter.com/eCBnVLOwLX
— HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum (@HHAhmedBinSaeed) December 5, 2024
Dubai Commerce City is currently hosting the WorldEF Dubai 2024 Forum, which is the world’s largest digital commerce event. Inaugurated by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the event is a premium platform, which highlights Dubai’s important role as a global hub for innovation and trade. It brings together leaders and experts who will explore the opportunities and challenges in the digital economy, which is always evolving.
5. AD Mobility Allocates Buses & Taxis For F1 Event
To ensure comfort during the F1 event, we have allocated 80 public buses and more than 2,000 taxis at your convenience for smooth transportation. RSP will also be deployed to manage traffic and support road users in emergencies. Enjoy a thrilling event filled with excitement. pic.twitter.com/rvI63Il9ir
— أبوظبي للتنقل | AD Mobility (@ad_mobility) December 5, 2024
As revealed by Abu Dhabi Mobility, 80 public buses and over 2000 taxis have been allocated for the upcoming F1 event. Making it easier for people to smoothly travel to their destination, RSP will also be deployed. They will help in managing the traffic and support road users in case of any emergencies.
So, we hope that you were able to keep up with all the developments in the GCC region with these updates
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