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This week is packed with transformative updates from the region! Dubai is tightening its financial regulations to enhance transparency and governance, Saudi Arabia’s private debt market is emerging as a key driver of Vision 2030, and Hatta’s new sustainable landmark is setting a global example for innovation and eco-tourism. 🌍 Let’s dive into the highlights shaping the future of the UAE and beyond.

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📰 “Compliance is Key”: Dubai Targets Foreign Banks

📰 What is it about?

• Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed has introduced a resolution to enforce banking compliance in the emirate. The law sets administrative penalties for foreign banks that breach local guidelines.

💡 Why it matters?

• Strengthens Dubai’s financial governance.

• Ensures a robust and transparent financial ecosystem.

🔜 What’s next?

• The resolution will take effect upon publication in the Official Gazette, signaling tighter scrutiny for financial institutions.

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📰 Private Debt’s Growing Role in Saudi Arabia 📊

📰 What is it about?

• Saudi Arabia’s private credit market has raised $1.18 billion across nine funds since Vision 2030’s launch, with regulatory improvements driving investor confidence.

💡 Why it matters?

• Offers businesses alternatives to traditional borrowing.

• Aligns with the Kingdom’s economic diversification goals.

🔜 What’s next?

• Eight new private debt funds aim to raise $1.77 billion, supporting entrepreneurship and Vision 2030’s broader investment strategy.

💭Quote of the day:

"The future belongs to those who prepare for it today." – Malcolm X

📰 Hatta Sustainable Waterfall Unveiled 🌊

📰 What is it about?

• HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum inaugurated the Hatta Sustainable Waterfall, a blend of nature and innovation as part of Dubai’s AED3.6 billion Hatta Master Development Plan.

💡 Why it matters?

• Boosts tourism and supports local businesses.

• Features a mosaic panel honoring the UAE’s founding fathers.

🔜 What’s next?

• The project is set to attract investments, aligning with Vision 2030 and the Dubai Economic Agenda D33.

🔍In other news…

1. DP World has commenced maritime construction for the $1.2 billion Port of Ndayane

2. Abu Dhabi Launches Carbon Reporting as UAE’s Carbon Credit Market Eyes $146.4M by 2030

3. Budget Saudi acquires 70% of UAE’s Overseas Development.

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