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Kamal Shehadeh, The Lebanese Minister of Displaced and Minister of State for Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence spoke to The National on 11 April 2025. Matt Kynaston / The National

Lebanon's AI minister says $50m can transform government and make it more accountable

In an interview with The National, former e& executive Kamal Shehadi says the money would be used to bring in a national ID system, digitise payments and help build the infrastructure required for AI

Lebanon's bank customers won't see the $93 billion they're owed 'any time soon'

Barclays - growing with the UAE for 50 years and beyond

Barclays - growing with the UAE for 50 years and beyond

Dubai's Mall of the Emirates to undergo $1.36bn makeover to mark 20th anniversary

A market in Tripoli. Libya's inflation hovered around 2 per cent in 2024, according to the International Monetary Fund. AFP

Libya's economy expected to rebound on oil boost but reforms needed, IMF says

US tariffs' impact on airlines similar to that of 9/11, Iata chief says

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Fatima Al Mahmoud (L) and Jenna Kleinwort, the 2022-23 mental health journalism fellows in the UAE. Victor Besa / The National

Apply for a mental health journalism fellowship in the UAE

Emirates Skycargo will double its fleet to 21 freighters by 2026. Photo: WAM

Emirates to expand in markets from China to US for new courier express service

Kristaps Porzingis believes the Boston Celtics are peaking at the right time ahead of the playoffs. Getty Images

Porzingis aims to tackle NBA playoffs 'the Boston Celtics way'

The Abu Dhabi performance will mark Benson Boone's UAE debut. AFP

Benson Boone to perform at 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

A Javan hawk-eagle inside an enclosure at the Bali Wildlife Rescue Center in Tabanan, Bali, Indonesia, 17 April 2025. The Bali Wildlife Rescue Center (BWRC), situated in Tabanan, southwest Bali, is among Indonesia's exclusive seven facilities dedicated to rehabilitating and releasing native endangered wildlife. They rescue primates like sunbears, crocodiles, eagles, cockatoos, peacocks, and starlings, many of whom are victims of illegal trading and poaching. These animals, often confiscated from markets, private homes, or businesses where they were kept as pets or for entertainment, are also surrendered by concerned members of the public. Presently, the center provides care for over 70 endangered primates and birds. Between 2013 and 2025, BWRC has released or relocated a total of 67 animals. EPA / MADE NAGI

Best photos of the dayA Javan hawk-eagle to fishermen in Fujairah

Easter treats include chocolate bunnies, iced biscuits, simnel cake, hot cross buns, chocolate nests and much more. Khushnum Bhandari / The National

Want to have a healthier Easter? First, scrap the chocolate eggs

Arsenal's Declan Rice and Mikel Merino, right, celebrate after defeating Real Madrid 2-1 at the Santiago Bernabeu. AP

Champions League: Arsenal beat Real Madrid as Inter also advance

The Horus-4 rocket is set to take off from Etlaq Spaceport in Oman on April 24. Photo: Advanced Space Technologies

Omani spaceport to open fan zone for rocket launch

Rashid Al Salmi has been driving the prototype of his e-motorbike. Suhail Akram / The National

Sulmi to launch 200 limited-edition made-in-the-UAE e-motorbikes

Made-in-the-UAE premium model to be sold direct to consumers, says chief executive Rashid Al Salmi

Poor countries should be exempt from US 'reciprocal' tariffs, says UN

How women can tailor investment strategies for every life stage

Tariff chaos under Trump spells diverging fortunes for gold and oil

Opec cuts 2025 oil demand forecast in contrast to US claims

US policy gaps are allowing Gulf energy to take future leads

Dubai and Abu Dhabi edge out global rivals to lure ultra rich

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Fuel vendors from Lebanon are increasingly appearing on the streets of Damascus, attracted by the lower price of Lebanese fuel compared to Syrian fuel. Additionally, Lebanese fuel is of higher quality, as Syrian fuel is often refined using primitive methods. (Photo by Rami Alsayed/NurPhoto)NO USE FRANCE

Sanctions on Syria: a look back, a way forward

Syria is at a critical economic and political crossroads. Here's what could happen.

US House Speaker Mike Johnson, President Donald Trump and Jeff Landry, Governor of Louisiana, in the Roosevelt Room of the White House. Bloomberg

What Trump's tariffs mean for the Middle East

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Al Masaood Automobiles chief on the future of mobility

Comment & analysis

A sovereign wealth fund won’t solve America’s debt problem

How women can tailor investment strategies for every life stage

UAE corporate tax: How a single decision creates a power imbalance

Lebanon at a crossroads: Reform or decay ahead?

Why dividend stocks deserve attention amid market volatility

Justin Biebel

AI offers solutions for global trade amid tariff turmoil

Sean Doherty

How the EU can boost its sluggish competitiveness

Key investment trends to consider for financial success

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How digital wealth platforms are changing the Middle East investment landscape

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Adnoc Drilling awarded $1.63 billion five-year contract

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Investing early can help women benefit from market growth and prepare for financial independence

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