Samsung has confirmed that overheating batteries in its Galaxy Note 7 smartphones caused them to catch fire. In September last year, the tech giant recalled more than 2.5 million devices because of the defective lithium batteries. They have confirmed that neither software or hardware other than the batteries were to blame, and that the batteries were either made the wrong size for the phone, or had other production flaws. The recall is thought to have cost the South Korean firm AED15 billion.
UAE becomes top 10 global exporter, WTO figures show
The UAE has become one of the world’s top 10 exporting countries for the first time, according to the latest figures from the World Trade Organisation’s (WTO) “World Trade Prospects and Statistics” report.
ADNOC Gas says domestic demand still being met after Habshan attack
ADNOC Gas said on Sunday that demand in the UAE was being met through its other facilities after the Habshan complex in Abu Dhabi was hit by debris from an intercepted attack on Friday.
OPEC+ adjusts output by 206,000 bpd from May
The eight OPEC+ countries, namely the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and the Sultanate of Oman, announced an adjustment to oil production levels on Sunday, reaffirming their joint commitment to supporting stability in global oil markets.
More than 2,700 firms join Dubai Chamber of Commerce in March
Dubai Chambers said on Sunday 2,709 firms registered at Dubai Chamber of Commerce during March, with the largest share coming from the real estate, renting and business services sector, accounting for just over 41 per cent of new members.
UAE maintains strong credit rating with stable outlook after Moody’s review
The UAE Ministry of Finance has said the country's maintained its Aa2 credit rating with a stable outlook, following a periodic review of the country’s financial position by the credit ratings agency Moody’s Ratings.
UAE air forces are currently responding to a new wave of missile and drone threats from Iran on Sunday. .
The UAE’s air defence systems are actively responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
Authorities in Sharjah say four people have been injured in an incident at Khor Fakkan port on Sunday, after debris fell during a successful air defence interception.
