Determining how much debt Dubai’s government has amassed depends on who’s counting. What is less in dispute is that the uncertainty comes at a cost.
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Abu Dhabi-backed ADQ acquires 22% of courier Aramex
DUBAI, Sept 17 (Reuters) – Abu Dhabi-backed holding company ADQ said on Thursday it has acquired about a 22% stake in Dubai-based courier Aramex ARMX.DU, making it the company’s biggest shareholder.
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Baby joy for Sharjah couple after 20 years of struggle
After 20 anxious years and Dh200,000 spent on failed fertility treatments, a couple desperate to have a second child had their wish fulfilled at a hospital in Sharjah. Naima Haji, 38, was born with a …
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Dubai May Be as Indebted as South Africa If Dissenters Are Right
Determining how much debt Dubai’s government has amassed depends on who’s counting. What is less in dispute is that the uncertainty comes at a cost.
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Dubai holidays: Foreign Office issue new travel warning for UAE holidaymakers
DUBAI holidays are normally about to start swinging into gear as the UK heads into the colder months and the promise of winter sun beckons. This year, things are a bit different and the Foreign Office …
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The greatest neighbourhoods of Dubai: A love letter to Jumeirah
The Jumeirah borough of Dubai is one of the most unique and exciting places in the country Dubai: When you live in such a vibrant and unique city like Dubai, it’s tough to choose a favourite …
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Dubai’s Emirates Flight Catering to launch new kosher meals company, start production in January
For many years, EKFC has been offering kosher meals primarily to our airline customers, via an outsourced supplier overseas …
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Rajeev Shukla’s presence in official delegation of BCCI at Sharjah Cricket Stadium raises eyebrows
Rajeev Shukla, the former IPL chairman, does not have an official position on the board. He was seen with BCCI president Sourav Ganguly, treasurer Arun Singh Dhumal and current IPL head Brijesh Patel.
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UAE announces equal pay law for women in private sector
The United Arab Emirates is committed to empowering women in “meaningful and tangible” ways, and it will keep striving toward being a global and regional model for balancing gender rights, says Hanan …
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UAE traffic: Police urge caution after multiple accidents in Dubai
Motorists faced significant delays during the rush hour commute on Thursday morning with multiple accidents reported in Dubai and traffic snarls in Sharjah. Dubai Police have issued a statement on …
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Dubai Customs’ transactions grow 38% in H1, 2020
DUBAI: Dubai’s economy continued its exceptional performance despite headwinds from a slowdown in the global economic growth due to the coronavirus, COVID-19, pandemic. The number of customs …
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After COVID-19, global cruise lines will once again arrive at Dubai port by late October
Dubai: The first cruise ships after the COVID-19 crisis will dock at Dubai’s Mina Rashid Terminal late October, according to a top official at the port operator. And all precautions are being taken to …
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Back to Sharjah, home of rivalries and controversy
Abdulrahman Bukhatir is to Sharjah cricket what Kerry Packer was to World Series Cricket, as he narrated a fascinating story about how a barren piece of land went on to become one of the most historic …
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Sharjah Museums Authority shows the way, bringing museum collections to inmates
Objects from diverse museums’ collections of Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) are on display at the Sharjah Punitive and Correctional Establishment as part of “Treasures of Sharjah Museums” exhibition.
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Two sides to the Israel-UAE-Bahrain deal
By making a deal with Bahrain to recognize Israel, President Trump has once again sided with a wealthy Arab country rather than the downtrodden Palestinians who opposed the deal.
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Bahrain, UAE sign diplomatic pacts with Israel at White House
Israel and the United States hope the agreements will mark a shift toward peace in the Middle East should other Arab nations follow suit. But the pacts do not address the Israel-Palestine conflict and …
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After UAE and Bahrain Deals, Eyes Turn Toward Saudi Arabia
Israel’s agreements with the UAE and Bahrain provide Riyadh a beta test on normalizing relations with the Jewish state.
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