With the UAE having one of the highest COVID-19 vaccination rates in the world, the nation is now set to launch its very own vaccine production line. It was announced by His Highness Sheikh Abdullah …
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Permitted and banned items when travelling to the UAE
The Federal Customs Authority (FCA) has called on all travelers from and to UAE to strictly comply with customs procedures as prescribed by GCC unified customs law and relevant applicable laws in the …
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UAE: 3 on trial for stealing Dubai telco’s equipment from mobile network tower
A group of three men, who are Asian compatriots, are facing trial before the Criminal Court in Dubai on charges of stealing equipment from a mobile network tower. Dubai public prosecution’s documents …
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Abu Dhabi leads major Gulf markets higher on hopes of Suez Canal’s reopening
Under the JV, a new main plant is being built in Abu Dhabi with production capacity of 200 million Hayat-Vax doses a year. Dubai’s main share index gained 0.7%, with Emirates NBD Bank rising 0.9% and …
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UAE: Inbound, outbound passengers must declare currencies, instruments, precious stones worth over Dhs60,000
Moreover, in regards to cash sums allowed in person, the authority said all travelers coming to or departing from the country should disclose any currencies, negotiable instruments payable to bearer, …
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Covid vaccine: UAE sets up largest cold storage facility
Rafed, an Abu Dhabi-based healthcare procurement company, has partnered with Ports to establish the UAE’s largest cold storage facility for Covid vaccines, a top official has said. The …
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Dubai regulators call for public feedback on proposed crypto laws
The DFSA’s goal is to strike a balance between regulatory oversight and promoting innovation in the digital asset space.
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Abu Dhabi Makes a Bold Bid to Create New Global Oil Benchmark
Abu Dhabi started trading futures contracts for Murban crude, its biggest oil grade, in a bid to create a benchmark for the energy market.
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Abu Dhabi’s al-Fashaqa mediation is Act One of a long game of influence
Four months in the making, the UAE’s February offer to mediate between its Sudanese and Ethiopian allies in their dispute over the fertile al-Fashaqa border region looks like the first step in a …
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MIDEAST STOCKS-Abu Dhabi leads major Gulf markets higher on hopes of Suez Canal’s reopening
Most Gulf stocks rose in early trade on Monday, in line with Asian shares, as the ship blocking the Suez Canal was re-floated, raising hopes the vital waterway could reopen and ease global shipping …
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UAE Covid: 53% of free zones operating normally amid pandemic
Digitalisation, innovation, and review of business performance and management systems offer window for fast recovery.
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Philippine missions in the UAE closed for the Holy Week until April 4
The diplomatic missions will reopen on April 5, says the official notice Dubai: In observance of the Holy Week, the Philippine missions in the UAE will remain closed for a long weekend, starting on …
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Dubai to develop Dh4.4 billion energy from waste facility
Dubai Holding on Monday said it had signed an agreement with five firms to develop a Dh4 billion ($1.1 billion) energy-from-waste facility. The consortium consists of Dubai Holding, …
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Popular department store at Dubai Festival City Mall shuts down
Department store Robinsons in Dubai Festival City has closed down, Khaleej Times can reveal. The retailer’s corporate communications team said in a statement to Khaleej Times that the decision to …
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Weekend horse races in Dubai, Australia, Japan shape international season
March 29 (UPI) –Even before the contenders scattered to the four winds, it was clear that the results of Saturday’s Dubai World Cup races at Meydan would go a long way toward shaping the rest of the …
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Dubai group wins $900m funding for major waste-to-energy plant
Dubai Waste Management Company (DWMC) said it has secured project finance worth $900 million from major institutional lenders including Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) for a major …
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Dubai regulator sets deadline for cryptocurrency feedback
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