The European Investment Bank has signed a cooperation agreement with the Ukrainian government to provide expert guidance on major infrastructure projects. This partnership is part of the Ukraine FIRST initiative, which aims to prepare roads, railways and energy networks for reconstruction. With over €40 million in funding, the programme will help Ukraine meet European standards and secure necessary financing for long-term national recovery and development.
ICG Real Estate has issued a £152 million loan to Arada London for a new residential scheme in Swiss Cottage. The project at 100 Avenue Road features a 25-storey tower with 172 private units and a second block providing 79 social rented homes. Construction is underway on the 0.93-acre site. The development includes luxury amenities and retail units with a scheduled completion date of autumn 2028.
M&G Real Estate has expanded its Japanese portfolio with a JPY 19.4 billion investment in six residential buildings across Tokyo. The deal, worth approximately USD 126 million, targets the city's high demand for rental housing. These assets will join the M&G Asia Property and Asia Living Property strategies, capitalising on Tokyo’s limited housing supply and steady population growth to provide reliable long term returns for global investors.
Property developer Arada has introduced Jenna, an upscale residential development within the Aljada megaproject in Sharjah. The six-building complex features 631 premium apartments ranging from one to three bedrooms. Residents will have access to smart home technology and high-end amenities. This launch follows a significant 40.7% rise in Sharjah’s real estate trading value during the first quarter of 2026, reflecting strong market demand.
New Clark City in Tarlac is transforming into a major industrial centre for artificial intelligence. Following the Philippines' entry into the US-led Pax Silica Declaration, a 4,000-acre site has been dedicated to high-tech innovation. The project aims to integrate the nation into global semiconductor and AI supply chains. This "Golden Node" will attract international investment while creating high-quality jobs for the local workforce.
The Government of Alberta has signed a major memorandum of understanding with South Korea’s Hanwha Group. This partnership aims to expand energy exports and industrial growth between the two regions. By aligning Alberta’s vast natural resources with Hanwha’s technical expertise, the deal supports Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy. It focuses on crude oil, hydrogen and long term defence infrastructure to strengthen economic security and trade.
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