Sharjah Shopping Promotions, organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), has been attracting crowds to a diverse spectrum of events that have garnered the participation of the …
Fireworks, camping: Abu Dhabi festival offers safe haven for drifters
Liwa International Festival is a popular choice among thrill-seeking motorists residing in the UAE. The festival, that began on December 8, 2023 will be coming to close on December 31, 2023. Providing …
2024 Abu Dhabi race to dispense with racing drivers!
Abu Dhabi is to host a ‘proof of concept’ event for driverless cars, but organisers admit it’s at the limit of what’s currently possible.
Dubai property owners increasingly opting for flipping as prices hit all-time high
The high prices in popular and central locations have resulted in migration to new and upcoming areas, which are still more affordable …
Hamriyah and Deira ports report AED 12.133bln in customs declaration value for the Q3 of 2023
Subsequently, visits to Khor Customs Center and Deira Port highlighted achievements, including a notable seizure called the “Wheelhouse,” which successfully prevented an attempt to smuggle 243 …
Hamriyah and Deira ports report $3.3bln in customs declaration value for Q3 2023
Hamriyah and Deira ports have reported 62,454 customs declarations, totalling AED 12.133 billion, with 19 seizures recorded over the first nine months of this year. Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, Director …
UAE issues guide to determine corporate tax liability for individuals
The UAE’s Federal Tax Authority has issued a guide for natural persons (individuals) who generate income in the country or do business, to help them determine whether they are subject to corporate tax …
H.E. Bin Touq opens global conference on Islamic finance & reviews UAE’s efforts in developing legislative system to drive the sector’s growth
His Excellency Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, UAE’s Minister of Economy, inaugurated the international conference on “Islamic Financial Transactions between Legislation and Practice” in accordance with …
New Year’s Eve concerts in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, from Sting to Najwa Karam
The UAE’s New Year’s Eve celebrations will have an eclectic live soundtrack this year, with concerts spanning western and Arabic pop, dance, jazz and flamenco.Some of the big names ringing in the new …
Federal Tax Authority issues guide outlining criteria to determine natural persons subject to Corporate Tax and their compliance requirements
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has issued a new guide outlining the criteria to determine natural persons subject to the Corporate Tax Law, that came i …
Rupee payments for crude oil imports hit roadblock
India’s push to use rupee for crude oil imports has failed due to repatriation & transactional costs concerns, the oil ministry told Parliament.
From UAE’s new ‘second salary’ to Titan sub tragedy: Top 10 stories that grabbed your attention in 2023
Let’s revisit some of the headlines that shook communities; tales that broke our hearts; and snippets of life that made you go ‘this can’t be real’ …
Surging prices, first-time buyers: 11 trends shaping Dubai’s property market
2. The surge in first-time buyers: As Dubai rents continue to grow at record levels amidst high levels of demand, there is an increase in first-time buyers entering the market at entry level with …
Sharjah Police Chief outlines roadmap for 2024
As part of the ongoing efforts to ensure streamline and bolster efficiency, the Sharjah Police fully automated its digital services …
3 people fined Dh50,000 each, ordered to perform community service for reckless driving in Abu Dhabi
Their licenses were suspended and vehicles seized for endangering lives of road users Abu Dhabi: Three people have been fined Dh50,000 each and ordered to perform community service, such as washing …
€4 million set as prize pool for 2024 Abu Dhabi International Arabian Horse Championship
The championship will take place in February 2024 as part of the ‘Arabian Horse Championship Series’, which was recently announced and includes several high-level championships to be held across a …
UAE: 3 people fined Dh50,000 each, ordered to perform community service for reckless driving in Al Ain
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