AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoBanking: UAE banks’ assets rose 1.3% to Dh5.74 trillion in August, with credit up 2.6% to Dh2.87 trillion and deposits reaching Dh3.53 trillion. AI push: Abu Dhabi launched AiNative training with OpenAI, Microsoft and MBZUAI, aiming to equip 20,000 government employees by year-end as the emirate targets AI-native government services by 2027. AI investment: OpenAI is reportedly seeking at least $30 billion in a new funding round, with UAE funds discussing a possible investment of up to $10 billion. Advanced manufacturing: Dana Gas and Levidian have started graphene production in Sharjah, with the first unit capable of producing more than one tonne annually. Trade: The UAE-Eurasian Economic Union agreement has entered into force, opening a new trade corridor and targeting $50 billion in trade by 2032. Energy logistics: ADNOC Logistics & Services ordered three gas carriers for $324 million, each backed by a seven-year contract with ADNOC Global Trading.
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