Sajan said coronavirus will not affect the long-term competitive advantage of the UAE. “In all likelihood, it is a stress test for various economic sectors and businesses. Those who have attained …
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Embassies warn over expired UAE visas as Dh315 per week fines come in
Officials said some jobseekers stayed on beyond the amnesty in the hope of finding work Embassies urged their citizens to ensure their UAE residency visas were valid on Sunday, as a grace period came …
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If Israel attacks Iran, we’ll target civilian installations in UAE as retaliation
Iranian Middle East expert Dr. Masoud Asadollahi said in an interview on Etejah TV (Iraq) that if Israel attacks Iran, the UAE will be one of the targets of Iran’s retaliation, reports the Middle East …
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Dubai non-oil private sector continues modest growth
Dubai’s non-oil private sector expanded for a third consecutive month in September as it continued to see a modest improvement in business conditions, a survey showed on Sunday.
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Dubai’s just been named the 12th best destination in the world
We always knew there was something special about this city… TripAdvisor has just announced the winners of the ‘Best Destinations in the World – Travelers’ Choice Awards’ for 2020… and Dubai has faired …
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Dubai fines six outlets, warns one business for breaking COVID-19 safety rules
During yesterday’s tours, Dubai Economy imposed fines for six commercial establishments for employees’ lack of commitment to wearing masks. The violations were spotted in outl …
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Dubai featured in EA Sports Fifa 21 launch
Dubai Tourism has partnered with Electronic Arts (EA), a leading gaming company, to showcase Dubai to a global gaming audience in the Volta Football mode that takes football back to the streets with …
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If you see bats, leave them alone: Dubai wildlife specialist
UAE fruit bats travel to far off places to get food. Image Credit: Dr Reza Khan DUBAI: If you see bats, leave them alone, unless you have a good reason that will benefit humanity. So said Dr. Reza …
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Abu Dhabi economy to expand up to 8% in next two years, official says
Abu Dhabi’s economy will expand by 6 per cent to 8 per cent over the next two years, with the oil sector, financial services, government spending and foreign investment driving the growth, a senior …
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Electric scooter rentals to resume in Abu Dhabi city
Electric scooter rentals will resume across Abu Dhabi city on Monday with measures in place to prevent the spread of Covid-19. The service in Al Reem Island, Al Maryah Island, Al Zahia, Al Dana, parts …
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Emirates Development Bank launches national supply chain finance platform
Abu Dhabi: Emirates Development Bank (EDB) today announces the launch of UAE’s National Supply Chain Finance (SCF) platform, giving UAE businesses improved access to working capital by enabling …
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COVID-19: Sharjah Police issue 5,432 fines in September for violating rules
Sharjah Police fined 5,432 people last month for violating COVID-19 guidelines. The move was part of the campaign to prevent violations in a bid to curb COVID-19 spread, Major General Saif Ziri Al …
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Sharjah completes 157 new 11 kilovolts distribution stations
Plan sought to raise efficiency of the power grid and improve its performance to ensure the stability and continuity of the power supply …
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Coronavirus testing and spectator ban for community sports events in Abu Dhabi
Spectators will not be permitted at the finishing line of community sports events in Abu Dhabi, under precautions to slow the spread of Covid-19. Children under the age of 12, adults over 60 and …
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UAE authorities waive fines of stranded Indian workers in Dubai: Officials, volunteers help them fly home
They had not been paid and were told to leave their accommodation before help arrived Dubai: A group of 17 stranded Indian workers in Dubai who were left without accommodation and money have been …
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Other nations will join UAE, Bahrain in Abraham Accords: Mike Pompeo
Washington [US], October 11 (ANI): US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo expressed confidence that other nations will join UAE and Bahrain in normalising relations with Israel through the Abraham Accords.
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UAE- Education industry banks on smart schools
The education industry is passing through a transition stage to integrate the latest technology and intelligent learning into a new smart school concept across the region, an industry veteran …
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