Dubai, UAE: A high-level delegation from Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently visited Shanghai and Shenzhen and where they met with public and private sector stakeholders and discussed pros…
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Dubai reveals 2019 target countries for real estate investments
Dubai Land Department (DLD) has launched its real estate promotion plan for 2019 which will see the emirate’s property investment potential showcased in 10 countries. Majida Ali Rashid, CEO of the Rea…
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British man in Qatar football shirt claim charged in UAE
A British man, who claimed to have been harassed and detained in the United Arab Emirates for wearing a Qatar football shirt during the AFC Asian Cup, has been charged for making false statements, Emi…
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The Latest: Pope warns against ‘fake news’ during Gulf visit
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The Latest on Pope Francis’s visit to the United Arab Emirates (all times local): 7:35 p.m. Pope Francis has called out the dangers of so-called “fake news” amid …
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UAE to Discuss Blockchain and Digital Assets at 7th World Government Summit
The Ministry of Finance (MoF) of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will discuss the development of blockchain and digital assets in the country’s economy at the 7th World Government Summit.
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Dubai property glut on show in worst week for stocks since 2016
Dubai stocks are giving investors an update on the woes confronting the local real-estate industry. The DFM Real Estate & Construction Index has fallen about 7% in the past five days, the biggest week…
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UAE minister: Iran’s presence in Syria must be reduced
In a recent interview on Al-Hurra TV, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Anwar Mohammed Gargash said that despite Iran’s claims that its missiles are for purposes of deterrence, they are being …
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Dubai Islamic Bank marks listing of $750m bond
LONDON: Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) on Wednesday marked the listing of a $750 million sukuk — or Islamic bond — on the Nasdaq Dubai exchange. Executives on Wednesday rang the opening bell at the exchange …
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UAE Food Bank launches 3rd operational site
Dubai Municipality has launched the third operational site of the Food Bank in Al Muhaisnah-2 in Dubai on Tuesday. Dawoud Al Hajri, director general of Dubai Municipality and deputy chairman of the UA…
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The UAE Food Bank launches third site in Dubai
The UAE Food Bank collects surplus fresh and canned food which is then distributed to those in need, both in and outside of the UAE. The UAE Food bank is one of the country’s best humanitarian …
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Catholics flock to pope’s historic mass in UAE
Dubai expat Rosalie Ayuso from the Philippines … Smiling and excited, he told Arab News: “Luckily I was posted at gate 31, where the pope was coming in. I lost a lot of zzz’s, but it’s all worth it …
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UAE launches third food bank in drive to reduce waste
The third food bank has started operations in the UAE as part of the country’s plans to reduce food waste. Dawoud Al Hajri, director general of Dubai Municipality and deputy chairman of the UAE Food B…
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Dubai Islamic Bank participates in the 21st National Career Exhibition
The bank reiterates commitment to Emiratisation and supports the government’s aspirations to promote growth of UAE Nationals in the private sector As part of DIB’s Emiratization development program, s…
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UAE- The Rise of Green Technology in Construction
Green building technology has become one of the hottest trends in construction. The benefits of a green technology application in construction are far-reaching and comprehensive, offering …
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Pictures: Sharjah Light Festival underscores emirates’ cultural heritage
… is illuminated during a laser show being held as part of the Sharjah Light Festival. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News The ninth edition of the Sharjah Light Festival, themed ‘Culture …
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Struggling Dubai amusement park abandons Six Flags expansion
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – A massive amusement park in Dubai says it is abandoning plans to build a $454-million Six Flags. DXB Entertainments, which runs Dubai Parks & Resorts, said in a statement …
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Ups and downs of real estate essential for market maturity
Dubai’s real estate market has always been one of the cornerstones of this country’s success. Whether you’re talking about architectural feats such as the Burj Khalifa or the probability that you boug…
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