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Emirates is increasing seat capacity on flights connecting the United Arab Emirates and China for the upcoming winter season. The airline is scaling up capacity as robust passenger demand continues to fill existing services. The move supports growing travel and business connectivity between both nations.
The 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi placed critical minerals, clean-tech manufacturing, and resilient supply chains at the center of member cooperation. Discussions highlighted major bilateral initiatives, including a proposed $11.5 billion investment by the UAE's International Holding Company into an Indian aluminium project, while China is slated to assume the BRICS presidency in 2027.
BRICS member economies, including China and the UAE, highlighted expanded cooperation in critical minerals, clean-tech manufacturing, and supply chains at the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. Discussions featured China's upcoming 2027 presidency priorities in smart manufacturing and AI, as well as a proposed $11.5 billion aluminium investment by the UAE's International Holding Company. The bloc's New Delhi Declaration called for greater developing-nation participation in advanced manufacturing and broader use of national currencies.
The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority suspended all flights operated by Iranian carriers to and from UAE airports starting September 24, 2026, until further notice. The measure aligns with expanding United States aviation sanctions against Iranian airlines. International travelers and connecting flights face route modifications and longer travel times to avoid Iranian airspace.
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