The export credit agencies of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Israel have signed a cooperation agreement to develop economic relations between the two countries, the UAE’s state news agency WAM …
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UAE’s Muslim Council of Elders launches peace academy
Abu Dhabi-based Muslim Council of Elders has announced the launch of the ‘Hokama Peace Academy’. The academy will help spread values of tolerance, peace and coexistence among the next generation of …
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UAE and Turkey to Resume Flights For First Time Since Pandemic
Flights between Turkey and the United Arab Emirates are poised to resume within days for the first time since the pandemic forced authorities to shut airports earlier this year, according to people …
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UAE, Bahraini and Israeli envoys light third Hanukkah candles together
“It was the year of the pandemic, but it was also the year of peace,” said Israel Ambassador to the US Ron Dermer.
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Sharjah Ruler appoints new Chairman of SEWA
His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued an Emiri Decree appointing a Chairman for Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority …
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UAE’s loan growth and liquidity pick up pace in Q3
Total deposits rose at a faster phase than loans in the third quarter Dubai: Total credit in the UAE increased by 0.8 per cent quarter on quarter, reaching Dh1.8 trillion at the end of September 2020 …
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Watch: UAE ambassador lights Hanukkah candles
“We are grateful to have the Ambassador of Bahrain H.E. Abdulla R. Al Khalifa and the Ambassador of the UAE H.E. Yousef Al Otaiba join us to light the candles”, they added.
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UAE, Bahrain and Israel envoys light together Hanukkah third candle
“It was the year of the pandemic, but it was also the year of peace,” said Israel Ambassador to the US, Ron Dermer.
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First phase of UAE coronavirus economic recovery plan nearly 50 percent implemented
The United Arab Emirates has completed 46 percent of its coronavirus economic recovery plan, official, reported the official Emirates News Agency (WAM). The economic recovery plan met on Saturday and …
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Dubai’s Emaar appoints new chairman as founder takes managing director role
Dubai’s largest listed developer Emaar Properties has named Mohamed Alabbar, founder of the company and previously chairman of the board of directors, as managing director, and appointed Jamal Bin …
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Man arrested in Dubai for setting off ‘dangerous’ fireworks in viral video to celebrate baby’s birth
Dubai Police has arrested a man for ‘dangerously’ setting off fireworks in a residential area and causing damage to properties. The man, who had appeared in a viral video while setting off fireworks …
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Sharjah Police respond to emergencies within 6 minutes
The Sharjah Police have clocked an emergency response time of 6.3 minutes in 2020 (January to November) – a 23 per cent increase as compared to last year. With this, the force is on track to helping …
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Revealed: UAE among top countries for remote working
Travel portal Lonely Planet has named the UAE among the world’s top 10 countries for remote working, thanks to city-wide WiFi, sunny weather and multi-cultural work atmosphere. Importantly, Dubai …
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University of Wollongong in Dubai to launch Master of Business Analytics degree
It recently announced that the launch of a new Master of Business Analytics programme, for which it is awaiting final CAA approval from the UAE’s Ministry of Education. The 18-24 month course will …
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Dubai visitors to get free stays at 5-star hotel
The airline has also partnered with Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) on a promotion to offer complimentary stays at the five-star JW Marriott Marquis to all …
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Solar energy will help us strengthen Israeli-Arab peace, Netanyahu says
“Israel is completely committed to the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy by the year 2050,” Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said at the International Climate Change Committee.
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How Women-Led Startups Can Get Past The Challenges Of Being In A Male-Dominated Technology Ecosystem
“As two entrepreneurs and founders of a social tech platform, we acknowledge that women in the UAE are at the center of a regional hub with endless opportunities to grow an online business. That being …
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