Sharjah Plans to Level Khor Fakkan Mountain for New Residential Development

Sharjah housing plans could expand residential capacity in Khor Fakkan as officials examine a new mountain development. The proposal aims to address limited land availability. Authorities are studying plans to level the summit of Al Aween Mountain. They could then use the land for a new residential community. The proposed development would sit in the Al Aween area of Khor Fakkan....

Oman Wind Farm Secures $130 Million Funding as Country Accelerates Renewable Energy Expansion

The Oman wind farm project has secured funding as the country expands renewable energy capacity. The $130 million development will support Oman's clean energy...

Dubai Property Market Gains from Population Growth as Rising Supply Delays Price Increases

Dubai property continues attracting attention as rapid population growth strengthens long-term housing demand. However, stronger population numbers may not immediately push home prices higher. More...

DEWA Profit Jumps to Dh3.33 Billion in H1 2026 as Electricity Demand Drives Growth

DEWA profit reached Dh3.33 billion during the first half of 2026. Stronger demand for electricity, water, and cooling services supported the results. Dubai Electricity and...

Qatar LNG Strategy Expands as Doha Seeks to Protect Global Market Share and Future Revenue

Qatar LNG exports face new challenges as disruptions expose risks around concentrated domestic production. Therefore, Qatar could expand its global trading activities. Recent attacks damaged important energy infrastructure around Ras Laffan Industrial City. Consequently, Qatar's LNG export capacity fell by roughly 17 percent. The reduction equals about 12.8 million tonnes of annual LNG capacity. Qatar then invoked force majeure on several...

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