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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 has halted all flights operated by Iranian carriers to and from the country effective September 24, 2026. The measure follows expanded United States secondary sanctions targeting Iran's aviation sector, leaving Iranian airlines without direct access to UAE airports. Flight delays and schedule disruptions have rippled through Dubai International Airport and regional aviation networks.
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi signed and renewed over 20 trade and marketing partnerships at Arabian Travel Market to advance its Tourism Strategy 2030. Key pacts include agreements with Chinese online travel leaders Trip.com Group and Qunar to drive longer stays and visitor spending. The deals also encompass collaborations across India, the regional source markets, and the UAE domestic hospitality sector.
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