Dubai, Tel Aviv Chambers Sign Agreement to Boost Economic Cooperation

Gyrocopters fly over Dubai during the World Air Games 2015, United Arab Emirates. REUTERS/Karim Sahib/Pool
Gyrocopters fly over Dubai during the World Air Games 2015, United Arab Emirates. REUTERS/Karim Sahib/Pool
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Dubai, Tel Aviv Chambers Sign Agreement to Boost Economic Cooperation

Gyrocopters fly over Dubai during the World Air Games 2015, United Arab Emirates. REUTERS/Karim Sahib/Pool
Gyrocopters fly over Dubai during the World Air Games 2015, United Arab Emirates. REUTERS/Karim Sahib/Pool

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry said it has signed a deal with Tel Aviv Chamber of Commerce, represented by the Federation of Israeli Chambers of Commerce, to pave the way for bilateral cooperation.

According to reports, the agreement allows the chambers to review coordination in sectors of mutual interest; create a roadmap of virtual events; commit to organizing a business delegation and mutual visits, host a joint business forum and support new businesses.

Other aspects of the partnership cover the chambers’ current activities, initiatives, and programs in areas such as research, networking, arbitration, mediation, education, training, women-in-business, best-practices, sustainability and advocacy, state news agency WAM reported.

The partnership also brings benefits for the public and private sector across the Middle East region by opening the door for cross-border collaboration across economic fields.

Hamad Buamim, President & CEO of Dubai Chamber, described the agreement as an important development that will build new bridges between the two business communities and establish a framework for bilateral economic cooperation and mutually-beneficial partnerships.

He noted that the agreement reflects the strong commitment of leaders on both sides to collaborate in a wide range of economic sectors, share knowledge and capitalize on mutual business opportunities.

For his part Uriel Lynn, President of the Federation of Israeli Chambers of Commerce and Tel Aviv Chamber of Commerce said: "The declaration for strategic partnership with Dubai chamber of commerce and Federation if the Israeli chambers of commerce (FICC) can be valued only in historical proportions. It is an agreement, which supports and enhances the peace agreement between the both countries.

The new agreement is consistent with Dubai Chamber’s efforts to maximize opportunities for Dubai’s dynamic private sector, create fertile ground for investments from local, regional and international stakeholders, and provide education and skills training that enhances the capacity of its members to do business.



Gold Steady as Inflation Data Sparks Caution over Fed Rate Outlook

Gold bullions are displayed at GoldSilver Central's office in Singapore June 19, 2017. REUTERS/Edgar Su/File Photo
Gold bullions are displayed at GoldSilver Central's office in Singapore June 19, 2017. REUTERS/Edgar Su/File Photo
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Gold Steady as Inflation Data Sparks Caution over Fed Rate Outlook

Gold bullions are displayed at GoldSilver Central's office in Singapore June 19, 2017. REUTERS/Edgar Su/File Photo
Gold bullions are displayed at GoldSilver Central's office in Singapore June 19, 2017. REUTERS/Edgar Su/File Photo

Gold prices held steady on Thursday as investors assessed a wave of economic data indicating persistent US inflation, hinting that the Federal Reserve may proceed cautiously with further interest rate cuts.
Spot gold held its ground at $2,637.78 per ounce, as of 0739 GMT.
US gold futures edged 0.1% lower to $2,637.30.
The market is focusing on the Fed's rate cuts, with the latest core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) data suggesting slowing inflation, leading to expectations that the Fed's policy next year might be less dovish than previously projected, said Kelvin Wong, OANDA's senior market analyst for Asia Pacific.
The Fed's struggle to bring inflation back to its 2% target, combined with the possibility of higher tariffs under the upcoming Trump administration may constrain the central bank's ability to implement rate cuts next year.
Markets now see a 68.2% chance of a quarter-point rate cut in December, as per the CME group's FedWatch tool.
Elsewhere, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum warned of retaliation if Trump enforces a 25% tariff, citing potential US job losses and higher consumer prices.
Gold is regarded as a safe-haven investment during periods of economic or geopolitical instability, including trade wars.
Trading is expected to be thin with US markets closed on Thursday for the Thanksgiving holiday.
In the short term, particularly over the next few days to two weeks, gold could come under further pressure, Wong said, adding the longer-term bullish trend for gold, however, remains intact.
SPDR Gold Trust, the world's largest gold-backed exchange-traded fund, said its holdings fell 0.10% to 878.55 metric tons on Wednesday.
Spot silver fell 0.8% to $29.84 per ounce, platinum edged 0.1% higher to $928.10 and palladium added 0.6% to $978.05.