AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoRail Milestone: Etihad Rail has begun trial operations of the UAE’s first passenger service, running Fujairah to Abu Dhabi in about 1 hour 45 minutes, with Dubai Station and Al Dhaid due to open Sept. 30 and the full network expected to reach 11 cities by March 2027. Finance & DIFC: Arab Bank Switzerland launched ABS (Middle East) Limited in Dubai’s DIFC, expanding wealth management services for entrepreneurs, family offices and high-net-worth clients. UAE–Ukraine Trade: The UAE-Ukraine CEPA officially enters into force on July 1, cutting tariffs for most goods and services and aiming to boost non-oil trade. Fuel Costs: UAE petrol and diesel prices for July 2026 have been announced, with rates cut after months of increases. Travel Update: UAE citizens can travel to Lebanon starting June 29, but must register via the ministry’s official emergency and support platform. Business & Industry: RAK Ceramics signed a multi-year licensing deal with Roberto Cavalli to produce branded tiles and sanitaryware for multiple markets. Humanitarian Logistics: Rhenus launched a dedicated Aid & Relief department in Dubai Humanitarian to speed up crisis deliveries across high-risk regions.
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