The launch underscores the importance of the Indian Ocean region, through which 95% of the country's trade moves. India's largest rival, China, has been increasing its naval presence in the region.

Satellite images reveal a near-complete airstrip on Yemen's Abd al-Kuri Island, likely built by the UAE. The strategic airstrip could aid military operations near the Gulf of Aden amidst the ongoing conflict with the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels.

Business leaders in the UAE and India are uniquely positioned to redefine global collaboration. With the UAE acting as a bridge to global markets and India providing technological and human capital, this partnership has the potential to set new benchmarks in international diplomacy and economic growth.

BYD Auto officially entered the South Korean market this week, with the launch of its keenly-priced Atto 3 battery-powered compact SUV.

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With the boost to services to Madagascar, Emirates’ flights aboard the Boeing 777 aircraft allow additional cargo capacity for imports and exports, with the ability to uplift up to 20 tonnes of cargo per flight in the aircraft’s bellyhold. -TradeArabia News Service

Over the past few months, the airline has experienced strong demand from the UAE, Sri Lanka, France, UK, mainland China, Japan, Spain, and Italy to Madagascar. From Madagascar, travellers have mainly ventured to Dubai, the hub city of Emirates, in addition to Seychelles, France, India, Sri Lanka, Italy and Japan.

Emirates SkyCargo has hired startup Compass Cargo Airlines to operate two Boeing 747-400 freighters in its global freight network.

Italy, Albania and the UAE have signed a deal valued at at least €1bn ($1.02bn) to establish a subsea interconnection across the Adriatic.