Government & Policy
Haiti: Massive surge in child armed group recruitment, warns UNICEF
UNICEF’s representative in Haiti, Geetanjali Narayan, told journalists that just last month, armed groups destroyed 47 schools in…
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Government & Policy news and digital analysis from The Nation Middle East, focusing on UAE, Dubai, and the Middle East’s evolving power dynamics.
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Saudi banks to remain resilient despite rise in external debt, says S&P
Global ratings agency S&P believes that increasing external debt by banks in Saudi Arabia to maintain rapid lending…
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Europe grapples with highest number of measles cases in more than 25 years
“Measles is back, and it’s a wake-up call,” warned Dr. Hans Kluge, the World Health Organization (WHO) regional…
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Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan visits world’s largest diamond tender facility
Sheikh Hamdan’s visit occurred at the same time as a defining moment for the UAE’s diamond industry, as DMCC…
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Sudan: UN rights chief appeals for greater protection of civilians in besieged El Fasher
“The horror unfolding in Sudan knows no bounds,” Volker Türk said in a statement calling for an end…
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Saudi PIF prices $1.25bn sukuk offering amid strong demand
The Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) announced the pricing of a $1.25 billion sukuk offering. The proceeds of…
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Deadly flooding in Nigeria displaces thousands
Nigerian officials estimate that over 500 people are still missing and presumed dead, according to news reports. Deputy…
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Emirates to resume Dubai to Damascus flights
Emirates is set to reintroduce flights from to Damascus from July 16, 2025. Operations were suspended to the…
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UAE grants music management licence as streaming market tipped to hit $2.3bn
The licence authorises the organisation to manage the distribution of rights on behalf of music creators and performers,…
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Abu Dhabi approves $22.5bn housing projects
Abu Dhabi has approved AED82.7bn ($22.5bn) of housing projects as it looks to enhance the real estate sector…