ALBAWABA – Gold prices in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE … noting that gold in the UAE is subject to a 5% value-added tax (VAT).
Dubai: Drugs worth millions seized, smuggling attempt foiled using latest technology
To keep the country free from the scourge of illicit drugs, Dubai Customs announced 1,273 seizures at land, sea and air borders, using drones and other latest technologies that shorten inspection time …
DIFC Square breaks ground on near 1mln sq.ft. development to meet growing demand for high-quality office spaces
Dubai, UAE: Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the … Today, it is the global future of finance and innovation hub offering one of the region’s most comprehensive FinTech and venture …
Abu Dhabi’s social media influencer licence deadline explained
Starting from July 1, the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) has mandated that all businesses and social media influencers must obtain appropriate licences to participate in …
Dubai Customs seize 1,274 drug shipments in past year, including heroin, marijuana, Captagon and $310m Meth shipment
Dubai Customs has announced 1,273 drug seizures at land, sea and air border ports across the emirate. As part of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, Dubai Customs …
UAE announces fuel prices for July 2024: Petrol prices decrease, diesel slightly up
which is chaired by the UAE’s Ministry of Energy. This committee includes representatives from the energy and finance ministries and the CEOs of Adnoc Distribution and Emirates National Oil Company.
TrueLayer: Fintech unicorn boss says ‘scale is everything’ as he takes on Visa and Mastercard
The chief executive of fintech unicorn TrueLayer has suggested bottom-line profitability … “The funding environment is way tighter than what it used to be, so clearly the ability of companies to …
Special Dubai food festival for mango lovers
On the other hand, Kovalam restaurant will feature tangy mango scallion soup, zesty mango mustard salad, golden mango delight, tropical mango rice, mango manchati curries and mango delight kheer. If …
Dubai: Rolex watch for Dh320? Facebook post lures buyers with huge discount in an online scam
The post claims that the Rolex store at Dubai Mall is temporarily closed due to overwhelming crowds … Rolex’s official website and can be delivered free of charge across the Emirates through a link.
UAE petrol price changes for July 2024 – and it’s great news for motorists
For the second consecutive month, UAE petrol prices have dropped which will be welcome news for motorists in the country. Prices for petrol have decreased but the cost of UAE diesel per litre has …
Revealed: The cutting-edge technologies helping Dubai Customs foil sophisticated drug smuggling bids
AI, drones aided inspectors make 1,273 seizures at borders and sea and air ports in 2023 Over 230kg of hashish found hidden deep inside a ship thanks to endoscopic technology used by customs …
9 must-see Abu Dhabi luxury real estate developments: Elie Saab branded residences, exclusive golf homes, private garden homes and more
The real estate market in Abu Dhabi is booming, with rising demand for premium properties such as luxurious waterfront apartments and exclusive villas. Increased investment and development are …
Dubai Customs cracks down on drug smuggling: 1,273 seizures show commitment to global security
Adel Al Suwaidi said “Dubai Customs adopts an integrated series of procedures and technologies to deter all the smuggling attempts, starting with the “early warning” technology represented by the …
Emirati chosen as first female Abu Dhabi Police officer to work at Interpol
Cybercrime analyst Captain Hagar was previously honoured as top officer in technical field Captain Hagar Rashid Al Naeemi will gain further expertise for three years with the International Criminal …
Air Arabia announces Sharjah to Athens flights to boost UAE Greece connectivity
The Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA) and Air Arabia announced the addition of the Greek capital, Athens, to the latest direct travel destinations for passengers through Sharjah Airport. The first of …
Dubai real estate sector recorded $4.3bn of transactions last week
The Dubai real estate sector recorded more than AED15.9bn ($ … The Land Department also showed mortgage deals worth AED3.32bn ($904m) last week. Gift transactions in the same period were valued at …
Shangri-La’s Oman GM, The St. Regis Abu Dhabi’s director of events hire & more: Biggest hires of the week
From Shangri-La’s GM hire for Oman hotels, a new executive pastry chef at Four Seasons Abu Dhabi, The St. Regis Abu Dhabi’s director of events, Amwaj Rotana’s new director of operations, and Hyatt …