But then, as Wesam Lootah, CEO of the Smart Dubai Government Establishment explains, happy is exactly the point. Since its establishment in 2015 by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, …
( read original story …)
UAE does business with Israel more quietly following Gaza violence
The United Arab Emirates is pressing on with plans to further ties with Israel, but with much less fanfare since last month’s bloodshed in Gaza and what Arab states have described as Israeli …
( read original story …)
Sharjah, Ajman offer 100% ownership to foreign investors
Ajman clears 1,000+ economic activities for 100% foreign investment; Ahmed Al Nuaimi praises the decision of the Executive Council to open economic …
Abu Dhabi’s ADQ Is Said to Eye Stake in Top Egyptian Dairy Firm
ADQ is considering acquiring a stake in Juhayna Food Industries as the Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth fund pursues more deals in Egypt, according to people familiar with the matter.
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed names new head of Abu Dhabi Social Support Authority
ASSA was set up in 2019 to provide, oversee and facilitate social support for Emiratis Abu Dhabi: Abdulla Humaid Al Ameri has been appointed as director general of (ASSA). His Highness Mohamed Bin …
Indian-origin engineer gets UAE Golden Visa
An Abu Dhabi-based Indian-origin British expat is the latest recipient of UAE’s 10-year golden visa, Khaleej Times has learnt. Shyam Kotthuri, a 45-year-old senior IT management professional, received …
UAE to announce best, worst govt agencies on Sept 4
Sheikh Mohammed has directed a comprehensive evaluation of digital and smart services offered by ministries and government departments.
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed issues directives to form the Board of the UAE Falcons Federation
Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai has issued directives to form the Board of Directors of the UAE Falcons …
Dubai influencer Renee Farah: We owe our success to the UAE
Representing our city’s creative landscape: singer Layla Kardan, artist Ali Murad, footballer Ali Saleh, TV presenter and fashion and beauty star Renee Farah and singer Moh Flow are currently sharing …
UAE extends ban on travellers from Pakistan
The United Arab Emirates UAE has extended the ban on travelers from Pakistan till June 30 as part of measures to contain the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic …
UAE airlines will operate fewer flights to Pakistan until June 15
As a result, the temporary reduction of Etihad passenger flights between Abu Dhabi and Pakistan will continue until 15 June, and may be extended, said the airline spokesperson. “Etihad is contacting …
Dubai energy demand soars as economy recovers
Dubai recorded a 10 per cent jump in energy demand and a 10 per cent rise in the peak load of electricity during the first five months of 2021 compared to the same period in 2020, underscoring …
UAE remittances for family support, savings surged to $1.9bln in 2020: HSBC
Remittances by UAE residents who are looking to assist family members overseas have increased sharply during the coronavirus pandemic, HSBC UAE said on Wednesday. Out of the 1.7 million payment …
( read original story …)
Dubai Economy issues fines for 48 violations of COVID-19 guidelines
Dubai: Field inspections being conducted by Dubai Economy across open markets and commercial establishments over Monday and Tuesday this week led to 48 fines due to violations of COVID-19 …
( read original story …)
Dubai diaries: Meet Jumeirah’s Jack of all trades, master of many
Away from the Jumeirah Janes who have long hogged the limelight in the community, Stobel has earned himself an enviable reputation of being Jumeirah’s “Jack of all trade, master of many”. And it all …
( read original story …)
20 of Dubai’s best burgers
My number one, undisputed burger spot, for the best, juiciest, simplest, yet most unique burger in town i. If you were to mention this place to your friends, most of them probably wouldn’t know about …
( read original story …)
5 surprising facts about the Dubai Mall Waterfall
The Dubai Mall is iconic for its fashion, entertainment, attractions and more. But sometimes what is overlooked is the requisite …
( read original story …)