Government employees in Sharjah are now being tested for Covid-19 as they are expected to report back to their offices soon, authorities announced. The emirate’s Department of Human Resources has …
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Abu Dhabi Airport ramps up health and safety measures as travel restarts
As air travel begins again in the UAE, General Manager for Abu Dhabi Airport, Mohammed Ahmed, says that passengers passing through the airport will have a safe and seamless experience.
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DLD, Property Finder launch official Dubai sales price index
Dubai Land Department (DLD) has joined hands with Property Finder to launch the second edition of the emirate’s official sales price index, Mo’asher. The duo is working to improve and expand it to …
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Reportage Properties’ projects on progress despite COVID-19
UAE – Abu Dhabi-headquartered Reportage Properties is implementing the construction works of its projects in Abu Dhabi and Dubai according to the specified schedule despite the coronavirus (COVID-19) …
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Dubai property registrations drop to 1,808 deals in April
Dubai Land Department launches second edition of its property index, setting 2012 as the base year. Image Credit: Archive Dubai: Property sales registrations in Dubai for the first quarter were up 16 …
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Dubai sees ‘unexpected’ slight uptick in property prices in April
Dubai property prices experienced an “unexpected” uptick in April, with prices increasing 0.49 percent from the previous month, according to new data from Property Monitor. In its monthly market …
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UAE Says Egypt Initiative for Libya Boosts Peace Track
The United Arab Emirates supports a new Egyptian peace initiative for Libya as a move towards a ceasefire and political solution, a senior official said on Monday. The UAE, Egypt and Russia back the …
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Dubai Islamic Bank hires for US$ Reg S sukuk
HONG KONG, June 8 (IFR) – Dubai Islamic Bank, rated A3/A (Moody’s/Fitch), has mandated banks for a proposed US dollar benchmark five-year or long five-year Reg S sukuk offering. B …
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Dubai’s Financial Hub Invests in Four FinTech Startups
Dubai International Financial Centre invested in four financial technology startups as part of the business hub’s $100 million fund to help companies seeking access to Middle East, Africa and South …
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Survey: Dubai, Tell Us How You Feel About Returning To Work From Your Offices Post The COVID-19 Lockdowns
Built by Entrepreneur Middle East in collaboration with Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, this survey aims to look into the sentiment of private sector employees in Dubai about going back to …
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UAE expats: How to retire rich, starting from zero savings
Expats in the UAE have a prime opportunity to earn and save tax-free while enjoying a high quality of life. HSBC’s Expat Explorer Survey of 2019 ranks the UAE ninth overall among best countries to …
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Sharjah: Is it cheaper to buy groceries from supermarkets or wholesale?
Gulf News spoke to a few people from the UAE who shared what they generally buy on a monthly basis to compare prices from wholesale markets versus leading supermarkets around the …
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Accident on Dubai-Sharjah road causes huge tailbacks
An accident on the road also caused huge tailbacks on the road. Motorists are advised take caution and take alternative routes where possible. According to Google Maps, heavy traffic congestion was …
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I am stuck abroad. Can I travel to Dubai and avail tourist visa on arrival?
Once the UAE authorities allow visitors to arrive in the UAE, you may travel here and avail tourist visa on arrival.
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Sharjah mosques start sterlilisation ahead of reopening
The sterilisation operation comes as a step for reopening mosques, however, the date for reopening the mosques has not been announced. Videos showing preparations and precautionary measures in full …
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Abu Dhabi wealth fund to invest $752m in Mukesh Ambani’s Jio platforms
The Abu Dhabi Investment Authority will invest $752m in Jio Platforms, joining a roster of marquee investors backing billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s dream of creating an Indian tech titan. Adia, the Gulf …
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UAE stocks rise as Opec and allies extend oil production cuts to end of July
The UAE shares jumped on the first trading day on Sunday, led by blue-chip stocks in property and banking sectors. Dubai Financial Market and Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange closed 4.6 per cent and 2.37 …
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