Business from Wednesday, February 19th, 2025

Apple launches low-cost iPhone 16e

Apple launched its latest low-cost model, dubbed the iPhone 16e, on Wednesday as it looks to grab a bigger share of the mid-range smartphone market and fend off competition from rivals such Samsung and China's Huawei.
DP World records highest cargo volumes at Jebel Ali Port since 2015

DP World recorded its highest container and breakbulk cargo volumes at Jebel Ali Port since 2015, it was announced on Wednesday.
Brazil expands agricultural ties with UAE in strategic trade mission

A delegation from Brazil’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) is on a visit to the UAE to strengthen trade relations and showcase Brazil’s agribusiness potential.
China condemns Trump's 'tariff shocks' at WTO

China condemned tariffs launched or threatened by US President Donald Trump at a World Trade Organization meeting on Tuesday, saying such "tariff shocks" could upend the global trading system in a warning dismissed as hypocritical by Washington.

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UAE sends 300 tonnes of aid for newborns in Gaza
The UAE has sent 300 tonnes of aid for infants and newborn babies to Gaza under "Operation Chivalrous Knight 3," it was announced on Saturday.
Dubai Police close four printing presses over "massage cards"
Dubai Police have shut down four printing presses for reportedly printing "massage cards," the authority announced on Saturday.
Bus routes around DXB temporarily adjusted
Some bus routes around Terminal 1 at Dubai International Airport (DXB) have been temporarily adjusted from February 21 due to "road enhancements," the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) said.