Bloom Properties, a Bloom Holding business specializing in the development of integrated and sustainable communities, is set to showcase key developments within its portfolio as part of its participation in the upcoming edition of Cityscape Abu Dhabi.
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Dynamic envoys lead UAE soft power projection
In separate interviews with Gulf News, the envoys highlighted what makes the UAE tick at the international level, and the country’s approach to soft power diplomacy. “Ours is an agnostic, merit-based approach. We appoint competent people, and give them …
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UAE principles: Safety at home, security abroad
The UAE’s approach to foreign policy continues to be informed by the principles espoused by its founder, the late Shaikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan. They include non-interference in the internal affairs of other states, and the pursuit, wherever possible …
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UAE plane blocked from leaving Somalia’s Puntland region
Somali officials are said to have stopped a plane from the United Arab Emirates from leaving the country after Emirati military trainers on board refused to hand over their luggage to be scanned and searched. The local news website Mareeg reported on …
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Why are tonnes of this yellow flower imported to UAE?
Dubai: It is that time of the year when the flowers of the Golden Shower Tree, the state flower of south Indian state of Kerala, make their annual trip to the UAE. It is only during the run-up to the Vishu festival celebrated by Malayali expats that this …
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UAE Safe Haven for Investors
Investors’ trust in the UAE business environment reflects the country’s resilient and diversified economy, said His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, affirming that the UAE boasts a …
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UAE a safe haven for investors
Investors’ trust in the UAE business environment reflects the country’s resilient and diversified economy, said His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, affirming that the nation …
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Dubai aims to cash in on esports with X-Stadium project
Dubai Media Office and TECOM Group have jointly announced Dubai X-Stadium, the region’s first dedicated esports stadium which will establish Dubai as a regional and global hub for hosting video gaming events. The joint initiative was endorsed by Sheikh …
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Dubai property data shows sharp decline in deals
Dubai real estate transactions appeared to drop sharply in the first quarter of the year according to data released Saturday. The Dubai Land Department (DLD) said that real estate transactions totalled 58 billion dirhams ($15.78 billion) for the three …
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Key contract signed to build phase 4 of giant Dubai solar park
A contract for the engineering, procurement, and construction of the 700MW fourth phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park has been signed. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, managing director and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA …
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Dubai proposes new economic plans as it aims to boost growth and lower costs
Dubai plans to implement new measures to help boost economic growth, attract new investments and cut the cost of doing business across sectors ranging from tourism to financial services. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, UAE’s Vice President and Ruler of Dubai …
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Disconnecting power supply to rented property against law
I live in Dubai and own a property which has been rented out. The tenancy contract mentions that the landlord has the right to cut the electricity supply if the tenant’s rent cheque bounces. Does the landlord have the right to cut the electricity supply …
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New contract for Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park
Dubai: A new contract has been signed for the fourth phase of the Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, the largest Concentrated Solar Power investment project in the world. The Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract for the 700 …
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Dubai’s Deyaar reports 25% jump in Q1 net profit
Currently near completion, The Atria is located in Business Bay and comprises a four-star hotel apartment tower and a residential tower. Deyaar, listed on the Dubai Financial Market, is majority-owned by Dubai Islamic Bank. Subscribe to Arabian Business …
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Sharjah-Khorfakan Road opens, to reduce travel time to 45min
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah today inaugurated five tunnels along the Sharjah-Khor Fakkan road and Al Rafisah Dam rest stop or recreational centre. The road, which includes the 2.7km Al …
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Dubai developer unveils Handover Gallery to ease move-in process
Dubai Properties has announced the on-time completion of Mudon’s Arabella townhouses, located in Dubailand. The developer said it is welcoming new residents with a customer-centric initiative – the Handover Gallery that offers a comprehensive range of …
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Abu Dhabi sees world’s biggest property price decline in 2017
Abu Dhabi’s real estate market saw the largest annual price declines in the world during the fourth quarter of 2017, according to consultants Knight Frank. House prices in the UAE capital fell by 9.1 percent in the year, placing it at the bottom of the …
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