Abu Dhabi will require pupils from the age of three to be taught Arabic for four hours a week from the start of the new academic year, authorities have announced. The strategy, announced on Monday, …
Sharjah Chamber, Portuguese Business Council discuss boosting private sector cooperation
The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has discussed with the Portuguese Business Council ways to enhance cooperation between the private sectors of both countries.The discussions focused …
Dubai Business Book Club debuts with power-packed startup panel
Nithin Mathew Thombil, Founder of Dubai Business Book Club said “ The vision behind starting the Dubai Business Book Club was to create a space where high-calibre industry experts and …
Deutsche Bank appoints Majed Julfar as Head of Corporate Coverage Middle East & Africa and Chief Country Officer for the UAE
Deutsche Bank today announced the appointment of Majed Julfar as Head of Corporate Coverage for the Middle East and Africa (MEA) and Chief Country Officer (CCO) for the United Arab Emirates, effective …
Sharjah Ruler approves Dh100-million compensation for owners of old homes in Al Madam
Sharjah Ruler approved, on Monday, Dh100 million to compensate owners of old homes in the Al Madam area who had previously been compensated with new homes. Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, …
Sharjah Chamber and Portuguese Business Council discuss boosting private sector cooperation
The discussions focused on strengthening the Council’s role in supporting the Portuguese business community in Sharjah …
8 magical things to do in Abu Dhabi this week: June 9 to 12
Things to do in Abu Dhabi: sorted… Looking for some things to do to jazz up your workweek in Abu Dhabi? We’re here to help… Here’s your guide to 8 exciting things to do in Abu Dhabi this week Monday, …
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2025: Your guide to the after race concerts
We can’t wait! We can’t believe it’s already June, which means we now have just six months to go before the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix roars into the city. Formula 1 fans will be on the edge of their seats …
Abu Dhabi announces new mandatory Arabic rules for kindergarten pupils
Abu Dhabi has introduced new rules for mandatory Arabic lessons for pupils starting in the next academic year. The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) announced a new policy that …
UAE: New unified card for people of determination to grant easier access to services
Plans are also underway to upgrade care and rehabilitation centres, develop more inclusive educational curricula, and launch awareness campaigns.
Deutsche Bank Brings Back Former Executive to Lead UAE Business
Deutsche Bank AG said it re-hired Majed Julfar to oversee its business in the United Arab Emirates, one of the German lender’s international locations earmarked for expansion.
Deal to boost financing for future green infrastructure projects in UAE
Emirates NBD (ENBD) has partnered with Siemens to announce an innovative finance and resourcing agreement aimed at accelerating the funding of future …
Teenager jailed in Dubai pleads for early release
A British teenager jailed in Dubai for having sex with a 17-year-old girl has pleaded with the authorities for clemency. Marcus Fakana, 19, of Tottenham, north London, was sentenced in December to a …
Dubai real estate sector recorded $4.4bn of transactions last week, including $10m Downtown apartment
The Dubai real estate sector recorded AED16.19bn ($4.4bn) of transactions last week, according to data from the Land Department. Sales transactions dominated the figures, with AED12.92bn ($3.5bn), …
British teenager jailed in Dubai over ‘holiday romance’ with girl, 17, pleads with Sheikh ruler for his release
A British teenager who was jailed in Dubai after he was reported to authorities for having sex with a 17-year-old girl has pleaded with authorities to be released.
Sheikh Mohammed lays foundation stone for Dubai Metro Blue Line, approves world’s tallest station
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, attended the foundation stone …
Dubai’s luxury real estate boom continues: Final Bulgari Lighthouse penthouses sold for over AED 282mln
Driven / Forbes Global Properties’ Lina Allaoa and Kianoush Darban managed two monumental sales at Jumeirah Bay Island’s development …