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💼 UAE Salaries Set to Climb in 2025 Amid Economic Optimism

📰 What is it about?

• Mercer predicts a 4% average salary increase for UAE employees in 2025, with industries like consumer goods and technology leading the way. The survey highlights rising housing allowances and more hiring plans for the year.

💡 Why it matters?

• With living costs on the rise, this signals optimism in the UAE’s economy and better prospects for workers across various sectors.

🔜 What’s next?

• As businesses prepare for growth, expect competitive packages and job opportunities to increase in 2025.

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🌾 UAE Unveils CHAG: A ChatGPT for Agriculture

📰 What is it about?

• At COP29 Azerbaijan, the UAE announced CHAG, an AI tool built to revolutionize farming practices. It will provide real-time insights to help farmers adapt to climate change and improve yields.

💡 Why it matters?

• CHAG represents a leap in AI-driven sustainability, empowering over a billion smallholder farmers globally with actionable data.

🔜 What’s next?

• As CHAG rolls out, it’s set to redefine climate-smart agriculture, placing the UAE at the forefront of green innovation.

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“Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen.” —Michael Jordan

🚗 Blacklane Expands with EVs in Saudi Arabia

📰 What is it about?

• Premium chauffeur service provider Blacklane, supported by TASARU Mobility Investments, is expanding in Saudi Arabia. The initiative includes introducing electric vehicles and creating local job opportunities.

💡 Why it matters?

• This move aligns with Saudi Arabia’s vision for sustainable mobility and modernized transportation infrastructure.

🔜 What’s next?

• Blacklane’s expansion will bolster the Kingdom’s push toward eco-friendly transport solutions, enhancing mobility while creating jobs.

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