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Source: World Business Outlook

Modern Buildings Summit Dubai 2026 Scheduled for October at Dusit Thani

The Modern Buildings Summit Dubai 2026 will take place on October 14–15, 2026, at Dusit Thani, Dubai. The summit brings together GCC built environment leaders to discuss smart building technologies, decarbonisation, and energy efficiency. Agenda topics include retrofitting, artificial intelligence, building automation, and net-zero building operations.

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Source: World Business Outlook

Dubai to Host Modern Buildings Summit 2026 on Sustainable Architecture in October

The Modern Buildings Summit Dubai 2026 is scheduled to take place on 14–15 October 2026 at Dusit Thani, Dubai. The event will convene built environment professionals and decision-makers from across the GCC to discuss green building strategies, low-carbon development, and net-zero technologies. World Business Outlook serves as the official media partner for the industry gathering.

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Source: CBS News

Oil Prices Rise as US and Iran Exchange Threats Amid Hormuz Tensions

Global oil prices rose as the U.S. and Iran traded threats amid their seven-month war, stoking maritime security concerns in the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea. A commercial vessel was hit in the Strait of Hormuz, leaving one crew member dead, while talks on a seven-day reopening proposal remain preliminary. Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for the conflict to be resolved through negotiations.

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Source: CBS News

Oil Prices Rise Above $105 as U.S.-Iran Tensions Threaten Shipping Routes

Brent crude climbed back over $105 a barrel amid warnings of expanding conflict between the United States and Iran. Maritime risks mounted following a fatal commercial ship strike in the Strait of Hormuz and threats to Red Sea energy routes. Diplomatic discussions during the United Nations General Assembly have produced little sign of a peace deal.

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