The UAE on Wednesday launched a landmark three-month visa amnesty programme which will benefit hundreds of illegal foreign workers, including Indians, overstaying their permits by allowing them to lea…
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Dubai Looks to Disrupt its Entire Legal System with ‘Court of the Blockchain’
The Dubai court system tasked to oversee all civil and commercial disputes involving financial transactions both domestically and internationally is turning to blockchain technology to “create the wor…
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UAE banks’ ATMs network increased in H1 2018, says CBUAE
The Central Bank of the UAE has announced that the number of automatic teller machines (ATMs), have increased to 5261 in H1 2018 from 5219 the corresponding period in 2017, according to local newswire …
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Dubai has welcomed 125 business events in the first half of 2018
Dubai Business Events (DBE), the city’s official convention bureau, has reported securing 125 business events in the first half (H1) of 2018. These are set to attract over 65,000 delegates from around …
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More UAE consumers struggle to make ends meet in Q2
“A raft of new stimuli from the government, announced during the quarter, has likely boosted business confidence, which may allow employers to begin matching salaries to the increased cost of living,” …
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UAE authorities warn asthma patients to stay indoors
Dubai Municipality has warned asthma patients and those who suffer from respiratory diseases to stay indoors amid ongoing weather conditions. The heavy dust wind began on Sunday and is expected to las…
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Expo 2020 Dubai deepens ties with Chinese business
RELATED ARTICLES: Construction chiefs: Expo 2020 Dubai ‘biggest’ growth opportunity | CSCEC ME’s China HQ to bankroll Belt and Road projects | Video: Expo 2020 Dubai construction update | May 2018 Exp…
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The Ups And Downs Of Owning A Microbusiness In The UAE
… some business owners prefer to keep their business small because they see far greater benefits in running very small ventures. Often classified as microbusinesses, these micro firms, according to …
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Hospitality to remain strong after Expo 2020 Dubai, says Hilton boss
Speaking to Arabian Business, Ian Carter said tourists will continue to fly to the city following the six-month event, which is due to attract an expected 25 million visitors. “When you look at Expo, …
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Landmark UAE amnesty period begins
Abu Dhabi: The UAE Government’s landmark initiative to grant amnesty to residency law violators kicks off today, offering reprieve to thousands of illegal residents. The initiative is historic, as the …
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Label signs all-OFW hard rock band in Dubai
“Almost nothing,” Mark Legaspi, part-time rocker and full-time entrepreneur, offers matter-of-factly in an interview with Gulf News #Pinoy. Legaspi has jammed with various bands in Dubai’s Filipino ro…
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