The number of Emirati firefighters at Dubai Airports is set to rise as its emergency services training programme celebrates its first batch of graduates. Twenty-three UAE citizens will now be …
UAE’s Higher Colleges of Technology becomes first university to be granted a five-star ESG rating
The university will look to the ratings to boost HCT’s international standing and attract people from around the world, seeking to work and collaborate with HCT UAE’s Higher Colleges of Technology …
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Over 2.56 million passengers pass through Abu Dhabi Airport in Q1
Abu Dhabi Airports on Wednesday released its passenger traffic results for the first quarter of 2022. It revealed that the airport welcomed 2.56 million guests, more than triple the number seen during …
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Passenger traffic recovers at Abu Dhabi International
Airport operator Abu Dhabi Airports in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has revealed that Abu Dhabi International welcomed 2.56 million guests from January to April 2022, an increase of 218% from the …
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UAE utility opens bidding for 1.5 GW of solar in Abu Dhabi
Emirates Water and Electricity Co. (EWEC ) has started accepting expressions of interest to develop a 1.5 GW solar project in Abu Dhabi.
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15-year-old boy jumps to death from 12th floor of a building in Sharjah
According to preliminary investigation, the boy took the drastic step after being involved in an argument with his father.
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Sharjah Ruler visits Sharjah police’s pavilion at SCRF
Sharjah24: His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, visited the platform of Sharjah Police General Command, at the inauguration of the 13th …
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Top 3 reasons why parents and kids flock to Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival each year
All eyes are now turning to Sharjah as the 13th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) opened its doors today (Wednesday). The annual festival is eagerly awaited by children and …
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Dubai ranks No.1 globally in hotel occupancy in first quarter of 2022 with 82 per cent
The hugely successful Expo 2020 Dubai, alongside a compelling portfolio of leisure and business events in the first three months of this year, has firmly placed the city on the world stage, while …
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What are the top challenges facing the growth of FDI in the UAE and how can they be overcome?
Dubai achieved the top ranking in the world in attracting foreign … Carolina Arriagada also called for innovative finance solutions that not only look at one host economy, but at financing whole …
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Maksar brother claims Ryan Schembri transferred €25 million to Dubai bank account
Maksar’ Agius had claimed in a sworn statement that Ryan Schembri had transferred €25 million to Dubai. This came out on Wednesday in court, during the compilation of evidence against Ryan Schembri, …
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Sarah Omolewu Empowers Women-Owned Businesses To Enter Global Markets Through Access Abu Dhabi Program
Sarah Omolewu, founder of Maven Global Access, has successfully helped brands establish a presence in the UAE market for over a decade. Access Abu Dhabi enables and empowers companies, particularly …
Abu Dhabi airport passenger numbers triple in first quarter as demand recovers
Abu Dhabi International Airport handled 2.56 million passengers in the first quarter of 2022, more than triple the amount from the same period last year, on the back of resurgent demand, increased …
Abu Dhabi airport sees 218% jump in passengers in Q1 ’22
The airport has seen greater traffic partly because of the expansion of operations by home carriers Etihad Airways, Wizz Air Abu Dhabi and Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, the launch of 10 n …
Abu Dhabi court jails arms trafficker for 10 years
A man who used social media to sell weapons and ammunition has been jailed for 10 years by Abu Dhabi Criminal Court. The court was told the man trafficked firearms and ammunition without a licence and …
UAE to begin reducing tariffs on India’s goods by 90%: Minister of Economy
Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, said the implementation of a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) signed between India and the UAE on 18th February, 2022, came into …
UAE: Indian expat wins $1 million for second time in Dubai Duty Free draw
A lucky Indian expat won the latest $1 million Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire draw for the second time.Sree Sunil Sreedharan, a 55 year old Indian national based in Dubai became the 8th person …