Dubai: In a benchmark of Dubai against other key global cities such as London and New York, the city lagged against rivals on issues such as the ease of doing business, but had the best ranked infrastructure of any country listed. According to data …
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Sharjah Arab Children Forum to be held from March 24 to 28
Sharjah: The 13th edition of Sharjah Arab Children Forum (SACF) will be held from March 24 to 28, the organising committee announced on Monday. Announcing details at a press conference held at Mughaider Child Centre, Sharjah, the organising committee said …
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First Abu Dhabi Bank : FAB refutes allegations over Qatari rial
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) has refuted allegations that it had conducted any transaction with the intent to manipulate the Qatari riyal. In a statement, FAB said: “Following recent media speculation, we are surprised to read news reports containing rumours …
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UAE’s part-time work contract system kicks in
ABU DHABI: The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) has begun implementing a new system that will allow establishments to hire employees from both inside and outside the country on part-time contracts, it was announced on Monday.
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Video: Man saves cat on Dubai highway
There are numerous animal shelters and nonprofit rescue groups in the UAE, many of which, can be found in the Save An Animal section. Al Qasimi told Gulf News: “These incidents happen all too often unfortunately, but when you see the support and feedback …
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UAE Companies Could Raise $9 Billion From IPOs in 2018
which could see 2018 as a landmark year for the UAE financial markets, industry analysts have said. Vijay Valecha, chief market analyst, Century Financial Brokers, said UAE companies are expected to raise $8-$9 billion (Dh29.36-Dh33 billion) from IPOs …
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What makes expatriates happy in the UAE?
Dubai: The UAE is celebrating with the rest of the world the International Day of Happiness today. But what is happiness, really? The International Day of Happiness is celebrated every year on March 20 with the aim of making happiness a fundamental human …
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UAE military contingent to participate in Pakistan National Day parade
“This will be the first time that a contingent from the UAE military will parade along with Pakistan armed forces at the official ceremony in Islamabad to mark the 78th National Day of Pakistan,” Ambassador of Pakistan Moazzam Ahmed Khan told Gulf News …
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UAE’s regulator thwarted 86 cyberattacks in two months
The UAE’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority has announced that it thwarted 86 cyberattacks against government, semi-government and private sector entities in the first two months of 2018. According to the TRA, the number of attempted attacks mark a …
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Joint UAE-Egypt Economic committee concludes in Cairo
The two sides also discussed the Greater Arab Free Trade Agreement and ways to activate the joint UAE-Egyptian businessmen council. The committee also discussed cooperation in the finance and taxation sectors, as well as possibilities of cooperation in the …
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Udrive car-sharing service expands to Sharjah
Sharjah: An app-based car-sharing service with a per-minute rental of 50 fils is now available in Sharjah and will soon expand to Abu Dhabi and Northern Emirates. Launched by Udrive, one of the two firms offering the service in Dubai since January last …
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Prize money for Sharjah refugees award increased
Sharjah: The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF) has announced that the prize money for the Sharjah International Award for Refugee Advocacy and Support has been increased to $136,000 (Dh500,000) from $100,000 (Dh367,000). The winner of the second edition of this …
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Abu Dhabi Festival Debate Series Explores UAE’s Creative And Cultural Industries
Riwaq Al Fikr, Abu Dhabi Festival’s annual debate series, returned to the capital this year, connecting thinkers, diplomats and cultural leaders with students and the general public. The programme invited students from universities and educational …
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Abu Dhabi’s Department Of Finance Continues Upgrade Of Digital Government Finance Systems
The Department of Finance, DoF, has announced that the percentage of all local government entities who have implemented the ‘Abu Dhabi ERP System’ amounted to 93% by the end of January 2018. DoF has also integrated the VAT scheme onto the system …
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Louvre Abu Dhabi opens rooftop Art Lounge
The Louvre Abu Dhabi has unveiled a modern rooftop lounge bar … Subscribe to Arabian Business’ newsletter to receive the latest breaking news and business stories in Dubai,the UAE and the GCC straight to your inbox.
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Take to the court and be part of the Abu Dhabi Tennis Cup at Zayed Sports City
Get on court in the UAE capital. Here’s your chance to be part of the region’s largest mass-participation tennis competition with the Abu Dhabi Tennis Cup returning next month. To be held between April 1 to 27 at Zayed Sports City, the tournament has …
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Dubai Police ropes in Indian actors to entertain workers
More than 2,000 workers in Dubai will celebrate International Day of Happiness on Tuesday with Indian actors and singers and will get a chance to win six air tickets as part of an initiative by Dubai Police. Major General Al Salal Saeed Al Falasi …
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