Month : April 2025

DAE expands portfolio with US$1 billion next-gen aircraft deal
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DAE expands portfolio with US$1 billion next-gen aircraft deal

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DAE posted a US$85.8M Q1 profit, up 26.5% YoY, boosted by aircraft gains, revenue of US$395.9M, and a major acquisition of Nordic Aviation Capital....
Emirates and flydubai expand joint network to 240 destinations
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Emirates and flydubai expand joint network to 240 destinations

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Emirates and flydubai carried over 5 million passengers in 2024, growing 36% and strengthening Dubai’s position as a global air travel hub....
European defence industry programme gains parliamentary approval
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European defence industry programme gains parliamentary approval

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The European Parliament has backed a major initiative to strengthen EU defence manufacturing and boost weapons supply capabilities....
Etihad expands African operations with new routes and partnerships
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Etihad expands African operations with new routes and partnerships

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Etihad adds four direct Africa routes, increasing frequencies and deepening partnerships with Air Seychelles and Ethiopian Airlines....
Moscow’s major film festival returns this April
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Moscow’s major film festival returns this April

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Russia’s premier film festival returns, showcasing diverse works from around the world under the leadership of Nikita Mikhalkov....
Egypt slashes benchmark interest rates in April 2025 decision
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Egypt slashes benchmark interest rates in April 2025 decision

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The Central Bank of Egypt has reduced key interest rates by 225 basis points in April 2025, adjusting deposit, lending, and discount rates to support monetary policy....
Middle East to benefit from air cargo boom
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Middle East to benefit from air cargo boom

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IATA projects 5.5% growth in global air cargo for 2025, outpacing GDP and driven by demand, despite fleet delays and geopolitical uncertainty....
EU illegal migration numbers drop by 34,000 in Q1
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EU illegal migration numbers drop by 34,000 in Q1

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Illegal border crossings into the EU fell by 34,000 in Q1 2025, marking a 30% year-on-year drop, with the steepest fall on the Western Balkan route....