The governments of Abu Dhabi and Dubai are discussing ways to prop up Dubai’s economy by linking up assets in the two emirates, with Abu Dhabi’s state fund Mubadala likely to play a key role in any …
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Dubai’s historic gold souk shines again after lockdown
Evening dresses made of gold mesh, gilded sunglasses and glittering crowns are sparkling again from the windows of Dubai’s historic gold souk which was shuttered during the coronavirus lockdown.
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The UAE is no true friend, Mr Raab
The UK government is happy to ignore terrible human rights abuses by regimes like the UAE, writes Matthew Hedges, who was imprisoned there …
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UAE students stir fashion market demand amid COVID-19
Two UAE students are taking advantage of the lockdown imposed to contain the coronavirus outbreak in order to grow their sustainable fashion line.
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Coronavirus: Driving institutes in Sharjah, Ajman, RAK reopen
Porsche Taycan Turbo wrecked – had only driven 24km! SHARJAH/ AJMAN/ RAS AL KHAIMAH: Sharjah, Ajman and Ras Al Khaimah Police have reopened driving institutions with strict guidelines put in place to …
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Sharjah Police reopen driving schools after Eid holidays
SHARJAH – The General Command of Sharjah Police announced that the driving schools will reopen for training, testing, and licencing after the holiday of Eid Al Fitr, in accordance with the …
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Abu Dhabi Sheikh Is Said in Talks to Buy Stake in Amanat
A company backed by a member of Abu Dhabi’s royal family is in talks to buy a stake in Amanat Holdings PJSC, an investment firm with interests in health and education, according to people with …
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‘No one really knows’: Global travel still up in air over coronavirus pandemic, Dubai airport CEO says
The CEO of busy Dubai International Airport, Paul Griffiths, acknowledges everything remains up in the air during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Coronavirus: Pay Dh1,000 fine in Dubai if your mask doesn’t cover your nose, mouth
Either way, Dubai Police have confirmed that they are liable to pay a Dh1,000 fine. A Dubai Police official told Gulf News: “People should wear masks in the proper way when they go outside. Otherwise, …
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Porsches, popcorn and social distancing at Dubai drive-in cinema
Movie-goers in Dubai frustrated by the closure of cinemas during the coronavirus pandemic will soon be able to watch films from the comfort of their own car at a new drive-in cinema created on the …
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Coronavirus: Dh1,000 fine in Dubai applies if you don’t wear your mask properly
With malls, parks, beaches, restaurants and other public places reopening, the need for residents to wear masks is more pressing now than ever amid the coronavirus outbreak. Yet, not everyone who is …
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Dubai airport CEO: Global travel still up in air over the coronavirus
The CEO of the world’s busiest airport for international travel wants to get the globe flying again, but even he acknowledges everything remains up in the air during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Social distancing will be ‘ruinous’ for travel industry, Dubai Airports CEO says after passenger numbers tank
Air traffic globally has fallen 90% as lockdowns and border closures triggered by the coronavirus pandemic dealt a hammer blow to international travel.
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Dubai Airports Has Measures to Make Sure Everyone Safe: CEO
Paul Griffiths, chief executive officer at Dubai Airports, discusses resuming services at the airport and the measures they’re taking to ensure the safety of customers and to keep the business going.
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Dubai airport CEO: Global travel still up in air over virus
The CEO of the world’s busiest airport for international travel wants to get the globe flying again, but even he acknowledges everything remains up in the air during the coronavirus pandemic. Paul …
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Dubai-Based Startup Sweetheart Kitchen Launches Its Fourth Unit In The Emirate
Having raised nearly US$23 million (€21 million) in funds so far, Dubai-based startup Sweetheart Kitchen has launched its fourth kitchen in the Emirate’s Dubai Marina neighborhood, which is in line …
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UAE stimulus to help SMEs, says Abdulla Al Saleh
Held under the theme ‘Impact of the UAE Stimulus Plan on Economic Stability and Growth’, the Sharjah Ramadan Economic Majlis, now in its sixth year, was held virtually on the zoom platform for the …
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