The UAE Ministry of Economy is associating with the Asian Business Leadership Forum (ABLF), a leadership event series, to promote the Emirates’ position as the centre of the world, offering the best infrastructure for business, investment and lifestyle.
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UAE to have new framework for public-private partnerships
The documentation will be used instead of drafting a new PPP law The United Arab Emirates will prepare documentation to govern public-private partnerships (PPPs) by the end of 2016 as it encourages more private sector participation in infrastructure …
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Dubai business conditions improve, but growth slow
Business conditions improved in Dubai in October, but growth momentum eased to a six-month low during the month, according to the Emirates NBD Dubai Economy Tracker Index. The October data signalled a further improvement in business conditions across Dubai …
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31 incredible photos of Dubai from above
Dubai spares no expense when making its cityscape the most jaw-dropping in the world. In the 2000s, the emirate dropped nearly $600 billion into constructing the world’s tallest tower, biggest man-made island, and most luxurious hotel, among other …
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Dubai gears up for $735m water canal opening
Dubai Water Canal, a 3.2 km-long tourist landmark development offering a new lifestyle pattern in the heart of the city, on Wednesday (November 9). The Canal passes across the Business Bay to Safa Park, Al Wasl Road, Jumeirah 2, Jumeirah Road and continues …
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Dubai Canal opens on Wednesday
Dubai: The wait is finally over. The Dubai Water Canal, which has been in the making since October 2013, officially opens on Wednesday. Giving a new dimension to the city that is constantly under transformation, the Dh2.7 billion project will be …
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Dubai to have Hyperloop prototype by 2020
Dubai: Dubai will have a 20km-long prototype of the Hyperloop … are looking forward to having the prototype ready by 2020,” said Geigel, speaking to Gulf News. Hyperloop has also signed an agreement with DP World to study the implementation of the …
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Hyperloop's first track could be built in Dubai
In May, Hyperloop One had its first public test of its acceleration technology and announced that it had raised $80 million in new funding. Dubai’s DP World, the world’s third largest port operator, has also invested $50 million and is already working with …
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Dubai to Abu Dhabi by hyperloop in only 12 minutes in new deal: ‘We believe everything is possible’
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — The futuristic city-state of Dubai announced a deal on Tuesday with Los Angeles-based Hyperloop One to study the potential for building a line linking it to the Emirati capital of Abu Dhabi. The announcement of the deal took …
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National Bonds collaborates with du to provide WiFi UAE
WiFi UAE currently covers Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Al Ain and Ras al-Khaimah. It offers free internet access across Dubai Metro, Dubai Tram, Dubai International Financial Centre, as well as prominent shopping malls in the emirates. Speaking on the …
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Hyperloop may become reality in Dubai
Hyperloop One, the firm that wants to build a futuristic super-fast transport system, has announced that the first version may connect Dubai and Abu Dhabi. In a video, it promised journey times of 12 minutes between the two cities. The technology is still …
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Dubai, Hyperloop One to Study Potential for Abu Dhabi Line
The futuristic city-state of Dubai announced a deal on Tuesday with Los Angeles-based Hyperloop One to study the potential for building a line linking it to the Emirati capital of Abu Dhabi. The announcement of the deal took place atop the Burj Khalifa …
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Prince Charles: UAE ‘second to none’ for global aid giving
Dubai: The UAE is “literally second to none” worldwide in its generosity to international aid programs, the Prince of Wales said on Tuesday, during the first leg of his Dubai tour. Prince Charles, who is Britain’s heir to the throne, was speaking at …
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Dubai to have the first live liver transplant centre
who will be heading the liver transplant programme spoke exclusively to Gulf News on the need for such a centre. He said a high incidence of liver disease triggered a high traffic from the UAE and GCC to UK for liver transplants and opening a centre here …
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UAE in a crucial mission against Iraq
A Gulf clash for UAE and Iraq in World Cup 2018 qualifiers. UAE are playing a crucial game against Iraq, and will tell a lot of their chances to make to the finals of FIFA World Cup 2018 in Russia. UAE are 4th placed with 6 points, one point ahead of 5th …
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Ameera: Dubai's first female chauffeur service…
The cars have tinted windows, WiFi and phone chargers. On arrival at each … A fleet of executive cars with a crew of 15 trained female captains from Dubai Taxi Company’s pink taxis will provide the first phase of the service. While the Pink Taxi service …
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UAE business climate is perfect for start-ups
With the UAE having just celebrated Flag Day, which coincides with the anniversary of the UAE President, His Highness Shaikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s assumption to office as leader of the country, I thought it would be worth spending this week’s …
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