a UAE economic expert and specialist in economic and social development in the UAE and the GCC countries, told Gulf News. The UAE and Saudi Arabia have announced a joint vision for economic, developmental and military integration through 44 joint strategic …
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UAE’S economic reboot faces an immovable deadline in 2020
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UAE, Saudi hold first meeting of the two-nation council
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have held the first meeting of their new military and trade alliance that is separate from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Mohammed bin …
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Saudi Arabia, UAE hold first meeting of 2-nation council
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia – Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have held the first-ever meeting of their Saudi-Emirati Coordination Council, created amid a diplomatic dispute now affecting a wider regional bloc of Gulf Arab nations. Saudi Crown Prince …
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New film highlights ‘Made in the UAE’ manufacturing drive
The 22-minute film showcases how businesses such as Unilever are contributing to Dubai’s Industrial Strategy which is expected to lead to an increase of GDP by 25 percent by 2025, state news agency WAM reported. The film takes viewers behind the scenes …
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Saudi, UAE put economy at heart of alliance with joint investment plans
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates put jobs and investment at the center of their diplomatic alliance, saying on Thursday they would cooperate in areas ranging from energy and agriculture to tourism and financial services. The countries are already …
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Dubai’s Drake eyes legal action against former management execs
The company said in a statement on Dubai Financial Market that all detected violations committed by DSI’s previous management have been included in a report . It added that the report has been handed to the competent government authority to initiate …
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Jabra Elite 65t: An easy-to-use and truly in-ear wireless earbuds
Dubai: Jabra’s third-generation — Elite 65t — earbuds is a big competitor for Apple’s AirPods and unlike the AirPods’ one-size-fits design, Jabra has additional two silicone pads for the ear. It is one of the best wireless earbuds available in …
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UAE law changes provides a new dawn for foreign investors
“Longevity of residence is going to be a game-changer as the population’s historically transient nature gives way to semi-permanency,” he tells Arabian Business. On intellectual ownership: “The UAE is ahead of the curve in the region with regards …
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Mums mean business
There may be many mum support groups in Dubai, but whenever there’s a cry for help over a nagging business question – or even something as generic as not quite feeling settled in the emirate – mums know where to find the answer. One of the most …
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Dubai’s Emirates announces third daily flight to Moscow
Dubai carrier Emirates has announced plans for a third daily service to Moscow’s Domodedovo airport from October. The addition on October 31 will be operated by a 777-300ER with 310 economy class seats, 42 business class seats and eight first class seats.
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How Dubai commands key travel and trade routes
Dubai is an example of how such an approach … consistently proves to be an open and willing partner to do business. The businesses in the region are also very receptive to our approach to remove all possible barriers to trade, and enable global trade …
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Dewa invites residents to join Shams Dubai initiative
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has called upon Dubai’s citizens and residents to benefit from the Shams Dubai smart initiative, following the outstanding success and the great adoption rate the initiative has achieved since its launch …
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Pictures: Aloft City Centre Deira, with movie-themed suites, opens in Dubai
Aloft City Centre Deira, the Aloft brand’s third property in Dubai, has been officially opened … five meeting rooms and outdoor event space – the Backyard – for business and social gatherings. Aloft City Centre Deira also offers a fitness center …
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How Dubai is taking the real estate business online – Dubai Video
In a bid to improve efficiency in the market, Dubai’s government last week announced plans for the Real Estate Self Transaction (REST), an online platform that will allow real estate trading transactions to be transactions to be conducted anywhere and …
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Watch: New Dubai road to reduce travel time
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai recently announced that it will inaugurate Phase II of the Parallel Roads Improvement Project at Business Bay, which also included road improvements between Al Meydan and Financial Streets. Once the project …
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UK College of Business and Computing opens Dubai campus
Dubai: The UK College of Business and Computing, one of London’s leading higher and vocational education institutes, opened its campus for the first batch of students in Dubai on Wednesday. The college, located in the heart of Dubai International …
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