Business from Thursday, September 24th, 2026
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UAE, Argentina launch CEPA negotiations
The UAE and Argentina have announced the launch of negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking a new step in efforts to deepen trade and investment relations.
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Meraas awards AED 1 billion contract for Nad Al Sheba Gardens expansion
Meraas, part of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has awarded a contract worth nearly AED 1 billion to GCC Contracting to build 272 villas and townhouses in Phase 7 of Nad Al Sheba Gardens.
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Meta launches AI gadget Charm as race for post-smartphone hardware heats up
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Wednesday has unveiled a small handheld gadget called Meta Charm for using its new Muse AI assistant, taking the company's hardware efforts beyond its successful smart glasses.
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First look: Aboard new Etihad Rail train from Abu Dhabi to DubaiEtihad Rail’s new passenger train has completed a showcase journey from Abu Dhabi's Mohamed Bin Zayed City station to Dubai's Al Yalayis station a day ahead of the official launch.
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UAE President joins Etihad Rail journey as Dubai station is inauguratedEtihad Rail’s new passenger station in Dubai has been inaugurated ahead of the launch of public services between Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Fujairah on September 30.
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Bookings open for Etihad Rail's Dubai-Abu Dhabi route ahead of launchEtihad Rail has opened ticket bookings from Dubai's Al Yalayis station to Abu Dhabi's Mohamed Bin Zayed City station, ahead of the official launch on September 30.
