Finance
Egyptian banking sector net foreign assets reached $31.2 billion in August
The Central Bank of Egypt said net foreign assets of the banking sector reached $31.2 billion in August 2026, the highest level since January 2020.
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Economy
Egypt’s exports to South Korea rose 11.2% in first half
CAPMAS reported that Egypt’s exports to South Korea reached $44.6 million in the first half of 2026. Bilateral trade fell as imports declined, while South Korean investment in Egypt increased.
Finance
Ethiopia records 33 trillion birr in digital financial transactions
National Bank of Ethiopia official Gemechis Dugasa said digital financial transactions totaled 33 trillion birr in fiscal year 2025/26.
Agriculture
Egypt frozen vegetable exports reach $207 million in 2025
Egypt’s Food Industries Export Council said exports of frozen vegetables, excluding potatoes and several other products, were about $207 million in 2025. The council said five leading markets accounted for roughly half of the total.
Business
Dubai Chambers CEO sees technology gaining in India investment ties
Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah discusses Indian businesses’ growing presence in Dubai and potential cooperation in advanced technology.
Business
Dubai Airports CEO says no layoffs were made during the disruption
Paul Griffiths told Khaleej Times that the company retained staff and lowered passenger expectations because of the regional conflict.
Energy
ENPRODE’s Yüksel Güler puts energy security at the centre of investment
In a Wellficent interview, Güler links resilient power networks and diversified supply to the demands of industry and artificial intelligence.
Business
Second Harvest CEO calls for better measurement of Canada’s food waste
Lori Nikkel said gaps in measurement and standardisation obscure how food waste is distributed across the supply chain.
Business
Dubai aims to turn tourism into longer-term economic participation
Issam Kazim, chief executive of Dubai’s tourism and commerce marketing body, describes an approach focused on longer stays, remote work and business formation.
Business
AMSA Hospitality CEO assesses shifts in Saudi hotel market
Muin Serhan discussed diversifying demand, procurement pressures and planned developments in Riyadh and Qassim.
Business
Canadian cattle CEO focuses on getting research adopted on farms
Andrea Brocklebank cited science-based policy, agricultural research and practical knowledge transfer to producers as priorities.
Business
Nammos CEO outlines luxury hospitality strategy at AMAALA
Carolyn Turnbull discussed social experiences and local partnerships at the AMAALA resort on Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast.