Chinese investment bank China Securities has launched a regional office in the Dubai International Financial Centre. The office aims to link Chinese capital with UAE and Middle Eastern markets across capital markets, investment banking, and asset management. DIFC stated that China's five largest banks now hold over 30 percent of total sector assets in the hub.
Beijing-headquartered China Securities has established a regional office in the Dubai International Financial Centre. The firm received an operating licence from the DIFC Authority and authorisation from the Dubai Financial Services Authority. It will cover equity and debt capital markets, investment banking, asset management, and institutional services.
All Iranian commercial flights to Türkiye are expected to halt in early October due to expanding U.S. sanctions targeting Iranian civil aviation. The expected stoppage follows flight permit revocations by the UAE, Oman, Iraq, Azerbaijan, and Georgia.
Cathay Pacific has extended the suspension of passenger services to Dubai and Riyadh through January 31, 2027, marking its third postponement. The carrier stated that affected passengers may rebook, reroute, or receive refunds, while Cathay Cargo reviews timelines for resuming freighter operations.
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