A brand new airport has opened in the Maldives, with support from the UAE.
The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) contributed more than AED 190 million for the construction of the Maafaru International Airport.
The facility will serve the northern and eastern regions of the archipelago.
In recent years, the ADFD has financed nine development projects in the Maldives, valued at around AED 565 million.
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ADX sees introduction of 17 securities during 2025
The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) saw the introduction of 17 securities during 2025, Group CEO Abdullah Salem Al Nuaimi said on Tuesday.
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Microsoft on Tuesday unveiled about $23 billion in new artificial intelligence investments, with the bulk earmarked for India as it deepens its bet on one of the world's fastest-growing digital markets.
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