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SHARJAH, 13th April, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) delivered an exceptional financial and operational performance across all business segments during the first quarter of 2026. Net profit after tax reached AED 380.7 million, representing an increase of 19.4% compared to AED 318.9 million for the same period in 2025. Income from investments in Islamic financing and Sukuk grew by AED 131.8 million, or 14.4%, to reach approximately AED 1.05 billion by the end of the first quarter of 2026, compared to AED 914.3 million during the same period in 2025. Meanwhile, total profit distributions to depositors and Sukuk…

Early visuals point to a slimmer, more refined Number Series device, with a striking golden finish, ultra-thin bezels and a stronger flagship-style design direction. HONOR has unveiled the expected design direction of its upcoming HONOR 600 Series, offering an early look at what appears to be one of the brand’s boldest and most polished Number Series designs to date. Early visuals show the device in a striking golden finish, with orange and black variants also set to be available at launch. The design, based on the images released so far, leans into a clean and modern aesthetic with a strong…

Abu Dhabi recorded a total of 8,886 civil marriage and wills transactions in less than three months this year — highlighting not just sustained demand — but a shift in how foreigners are using the emirate’s legal system. Figures from the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department show that 4,320 civil marriages and 4,566 wills were registered between January 1 and March 25, marking one of the busiest starts to a year since the introduction of the Abu Dhabi Law No. 14 of 2021 on Civil Marriage. The figures also reveal a notable trend: civil wills have now slightly overtaken marriages, pointing…

RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received on Monday phone calls from Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Dr. Badr Abdelatty and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic Zheenbek Kulubaev. During the calls, they discussed the latest regional developments and efforts to enhance regional and international security and stability. The ministers also reviewed bilateral relations between their countries. Source: Saudi Gazette

RIYADH — Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu Bandar Alkhorayef inspected on Monday Ras Al-Khair Port, along with several facilities belonging to Ma’aden and the Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu operations center in Ras Al-Khair Industrial City. The visit aimed to assess the readiness of vital facilities and monitor the efficiency of supply chains, transportation, and shipping operations, thereby supporting business continuity and enhancing operational resilience in light of regional developments. At Ras Al-Khair Port, Alkhorayef reviewed the logistics operations, transportation and shipping activities,…

DUBAI, 13th April, 2026 (WAM) — Abdulla bin Touq Al Marry, Minister of Economy and Tourism, met today with a high-level Uzbek delegation to discuss expanding bilateral economic and investment ties. The talks focused on fostering sustainable development partnerships across priority sectors including the new economy, tourism, aviation, fintech, transport, and renewable energy. Discussions also covered food security, logistics, manufacturing, infrastructure, and banking to enhance economic integration. The Uzbek delegation included Jamshid Khodjaev, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, alongside Laziz Kudratov, Minister of Investment, Industry, and Trade. During the meeting, Bin Touq highlighted the growing…

Ehab Helmy, Principal Solutions Architect, Nutanix Database Services at Nutanix. New integration with MongoDB Ops Manager streamlines database lifecycle management, recovery, and automation for enterprise environments.Dubai —Nutanix has strengthened its database management proposition with the launch of a certified integration between its Nutanix Database Service (NDB) and MongoDB Ops Manager, marking a significant step forward in simplifying enterprise-grade MongoDB operations. Announced in Dubai, the integration is designed to address a growing demand among organisations for tighter coordination between infrastructure automation and database lifecycle management. Enterprises across the Middle East and Africa are accelerating digital transformation and AI adoption, driving an…

MANAMA — Bahrain on Monday summoned the chargé d’affaires of the Iraqi Embassy over the continued drone attacks launched from Iraqi territory targeting the kingdom and other Gulf states. In a statement, Bahrain’s Foreign Ministry strongly condemned the “continued malicious drone attacks,” according to Bahrain News Agency. The ministry said Sheikh Abdullah bin Ali Al Khalifa, director general of bilateral relations, delivered an official protest note during a meeting with Iraqi diplomat Ahmed Ismail al-Karawi. He stressed the need for Iraq to address the threats “urgently and responsibly” in line with regional and international law. Bahrain also reaffirmed its right…

RIYADH — The General Directorate of Passports has announced the commencement of receiving online applications for Makkah entry permits for resident workers during the 2026 Hajj season. Applications can be submitted via the Absher and Muqeem portals, and there is no need for in-person visits to passport offices in this respect. All arrangements are in place in this regard through technical integration with the Makkah Entry Permit service, the directorate revealed. The Absher Individuals platform is designated for permit issuance for GCC citizens, Premium Residency holders, investors, mothers of Saudi citizens, domestic workers, and non-Saudi family members. The Muqeem portal…

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa during a visit to the Kingdom, where the two leaders discussed close ties between the two countries. The two leaders discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in line with shared development goals and mutual interests, with both sides reaffirming their commitment to deeper coordination and consultation, They also reviewed recent developments in the Middle East and their wider impact on regional stability, maritime security, energy supplies, and the global economy. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. The discussions…