The UAE’s real gross domestic product (GDP) is poised to grow at 2.3 per cent in 2018, underpinned by an estimated 3.6 per cent year-on-year growth in the non-oil sector in the second quarter, the cou…
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Reasons why your bank account can be frozen in UAE
Though there are a number of reasons for which the UAE residents’ bank accounts could be frozen such as arrest after a serious car accident or financial loss to the employers, but visa change or visa …
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UPDATE 1-UAE central bank trims 2018 GDP growth forecast to 2.3 pct
DUBAI, Sept 19 (Reuters) – The United Arab Emirates central bank has cut its forecast for economic growth this year after non-oil growth slowed slightly in the second quarter, according to a report re…
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Dubai’s high-tech sector attracts $21.7B
Dubai attracted $21.66 billion worth of foreign direct investment in high-end technology transfers in three years to emerge as the top global destination for FDI in technology transfers like artificia…
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UAE connection behind Tamil, Telugu film ‘U-Turn’
Dubai-based industrialist Satyanarayana Bokka has joined a select group of people in the UAE who have ventured into Indian cinema. Bokka, who launched his movie production company under the banner …
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Dubai to host world’s first pro day-night golf tournament
Dubai: The Omega Dubai Ladies Classic (ODLC … There will also be greater amateur and community involvement. Gulf News already confirmed earlier this month that the ODLC would no longer be …
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HFTP and Naseba Announce HITEC Dubai 2018 Advisory Council
Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) and Naseba are bringing back HITEC® Dubai this year from December 5-6 at the Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai, UAE. A regional extension to the worl…
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Never allow unlicensed pest control, Abu Dhabi authorities warn
Abu Dhabi: Authorities in the emirate have cautioned … the Centre of Waste Management (Tadweer) told Gulf News in a statement. To spread awareness among residents, the centre said: “Only …
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UAE’s high net worth investors keen on sustainable investments
Dubai: High net worth investors from the UAE are keen on committing more resources to sustainable investments, according a recent study done by Investor Watch report by UBS Global Wealth …
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Meet the men bringing you Gulf News for four decades
Dubai: In the growth story of Gulf News, one of the most important roles has been the commitment and hard work of its distribution personnel in the circulation department who have — over the …
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Conmen use fictitious UAE hospital to dupe job-seekers
Dubai: A Spanish doctor has become the latest … Following an alert by Gulf News, Muscat Private Hospital has put up a notice on its website about the misuse of its logo and website and also …
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Saudi-UAE alliance launches fresh offensive on Yemen’s Hodeidah
UAE state news agency WAM reported that the military alliance launched a “large-scale” offensive to retake Hodeidah, with Yemeni ground forces capturing the Kilo 7 and Kilo 10 areas which sit less tha…
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UAE starts celebrations for Saudi National Day
Dubai will celebrate the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s 88th National Day on September 23 in grand style with an array of events and activities, reflecting the strong relations between the people of both c…
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Now, check online if you have a travel ban in Dubai
Dubai: Residents can now check their criminal status in financial cases in Dubai, thanks to a new service by Dubai Police, an official said on Thursday. Brigadier Khalid Nasser Al Razooqi …
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Mohammad promotes 4,910 policemen in Dubai
Dubai: His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai has issued a decision promoting 4,910 officers, non-commissioned officers …
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Saudi’s ACWA Power delays plans for IPO
DUBAI: Saudi Arabian utility developer ACWA Power {IPO-ACPO.SE} has delayed plans for an initial public offering (IPO), originally envisaged for this year, sources familiar with the matter said on …
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Autumn starts on Sunday: UAE weather to change?
Dubai: The UAE has come out of its notoriously hot summer season, and during the last few weeks, has gradually become cooler with maximum temperatures dropping to 35C. But how likely is the UAE …
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