Hong Kong boasts the strongest institutional environment of any major financial hub but lags in growth and future readiness, according to a new index launched by New York University Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. The inaugural Financial Centres Competitiveness Index (FFCI), unveiled at Abu Dhabi Finance Week, ranked Hong Kong fourth overall, behind New York, London…
We should call it the “Neom factor”: the force that transforms reasonable aggressive ambition into hallucinogenic fantasyland. It glared out at me last week in a Financial Times headline: “Three ‘Heathrows’ of growth: the unstoppable rise of Middle East airports”. In short, Dubai, Istanbul, Riyadh, Doha and Abu Dhabi in aggregate have airport expansion plans…
China’s second fifth-generation fighter jet, the J-35, could find buyers in the Middle East as demand grows for advanced stealth aircraft in the region – though its capabilities remain unknown, according to analysts. A model of the J-35 – made by China National Aero-Technology Import & Export Corporation (Catic) and with a design similar to…
China’s aerospace manufacturers have become a growing presence at overseas air shows as the country seeks to expand its arms sales abroad, bolstered by technological advances in the defence and aviation industries. More than 1,500 companies took part in this year’s Dubai Airshow, the largest such show in the Middle East. They included around 80…
Image credit: WAM/Website Etihad Airways has launched direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Madinah this week, expanding its strong presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and reinforcing its position as a major facilitator of regional and international travel. The new service enhances travel options for religious, business, and leisure travellers, underscoring the airline’s commitment…
Home » Airline News In Middle East » Abu Dhabi Joins Sapporo, Osaka Kansai, Fukuoka, Okinawa as New Code Share with Hong Kong Airlines Boosting Asian Travel, Latest Update is Here Published on November 8, 2025 By: Tuhin Sarkar In a major leap for Asian travel, Abu Dhabi has now joined the list of exciting…
Home » AIRLINE NEWS » Now, Say Goodbye to Hassle as Etihad and Hong Kong Airlines’ New Codeshare Will Change Your Travel Forever Published on November 7, 2025 By: Tuhin Sarkar In an era where seamless travel is more of a luxury than a given, Etihad Airways and Hong Kong Airlines have shattered all expectations…
Published on November 4, 2025 Etihad Airways has resumed its operations to Hong Kong, signaling a major step towards enhancing connectivity between Abu Dhabi and one of Asia’s most dynamic travel hubs. The airline’s return to Hong Kong marks the renewal of a route that was suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic, offering both leisure…
Reconnecting Abu Dhabi to Asia’s gateway Etihad last operated flights to Hong Kong before the COVID-19 pandemic. The relaunch signifies not only a return to familiar skies but also a strengthening of Etihad’s position in Asia’s fast-recovering aviation market. The Abu Dhabi-based carrier will operate five weekly flights between the UAE capital and Hong Kong,…
Defending champions Al-Ahli cruised to a 4-0 win over Qatar’s Al-Gharafa in Jeddah on Monday to move to the top of the Asian Champions League Elite standings as fellow Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad picked up their first victory of the campaign. Former Barcelona midfielder Franck Kessie scored twice after Enzo Millot had given Al-Ahli…