UAE Non-Oil Business Activity Surges to Nine-Month High in December

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 The United Arab Emirates' non-oil private sector recorded its fastest expansion in nine months in December 2024, buoyed by strong domestic demand and increased business activity, according to the latest S&P Global Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) report. PMI Highlights Robust Growth The seasonally adjusted UAE PMI climbed to 55.4 in December from 54.2 in November, signaling robust growth well above the 50.0 threshold that separates expansion from contraction. This marked the third consecutive monthly increase, underscoring sustained recovery in the non-oil sector. Key drivers of growth included a notable rise in new business activity. The new orders subindex rose sharply to 59.3 in December from 58.0 in the previous month, reflecting strong domestic demand. Challenges Amid the Growth While domestic demand flourished, export growth slowed, with the export orders subindex dropping to a seven-month low. Additionally, businesses faced mounting backlogs due to capacity constraints,...

Emirates reintroduces direct flights between Dubai and Beijing and intends to increase daily flights.

 

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Emirates, based in Dubai, announced yesterday that direct flights between Dubai and Beijing have resumed. The move coincides with the airline's plans to expand its operations in China, with additional daily flights between the two cities beginning in September.

Emirates now operates 21 weekly flights between China and the UAE, providing travelers with convenient connections between the two countries. For over 30 years, the airline has served the Chinese market, and demand for its services has steadily increased. 

The resumption of direct flights between Dubai and Beijing is a positive step for both business and leisure travelers, as it gives them more options and flexibility when traveling between the two cities. Emirates provides a variety of travel classes, from Economy to First Class, as well as onboard amenities and entertainment to make the journey more comfortable and enjoyable.

Emirates considers China to be an important market, and the airline has made significant investments in expanding its operations there. Emirates also has flights to Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Hong Kong, among other cities in the region, in addition to Beijing.  

With the ongoing pandemic and travel restrictions, Emirates has put in place a number of health and safety precautions to ensure the safety of its passengers and crew. These measures include the use of mandatory face masks, increased cleaning and sanitization, and social distancing.

Overall, the resumption of direct flights between Dubai and Beijing is a positive development for both Emirates and passengers, and we look forward to the airline's continued growth and success in China.


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