Abu Dhabi’s Smart Solutions and Services Authority, ADSSSA, has signed 14 service level agreements to govern the digital data exchange process and streamline work between digital data providers and users. Aiming to further develop AD CONNECT – a …
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Oldest English language Library in Dubai is relocating
The oldest English language Library in Dubai is closing down its current location … Wajeeha Faiz, chairperson of The Old Library, told Gulf News: “We’re looking for a new space right now, considering our options and figuring out the best location …
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Dubai Tourism Wins ATM Stand Award
Dubai Tourism claimed the Best Stand for Doing Business at this year’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Best Stand Awards. Recognised for creating a busy B2B atmosphere, Dubai Tourism boasted a well-planned and easily navigable layout with a good presentation …
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UAE expats fuel India remittance growth
In 2018, remittances to the region will likely grow modestly by 2.5 per cent to $120 billion.” Promoth Manghat, CEO of UAE Exchange Group, told Gulf News on Tuesday that the year’s forecast seems accurate given rebounding remittance figures.
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40 UAE firms bag business excellence award
As many as 40 companies across the UAE have been awarded Dubai Quality Award (DQA), Dubai Human Development Award (DHDA) and Dubai Service Excellence Scheme (DSES) for their outstanding pursuit of excellence during 2017. Held under the patronage of His …
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Blood money spares 5 Indians death penalty in UAE
Dubai: Five Indians, who were spared death penalty for murdering … who is known for rescuing many from death penalty by paying blood money to the victims’ families. Speaking to Gulf News from India, Oberoi said he took up the case of the youngsters …
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Dubai South in push to attract investors
The initiatives are in line with the plan announced by the Dubai government earlier this month to stimulate economic growth and reduce the cost of doing business in the emirate. Dubai South said in a statement its initiatives will be implemented immediately.
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Dubai South launches initiatives to spur private sector investment
The initiatives follows directives of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, to stimulate economic growth and reduce the cost of doing business, state news agency WAM reported on Tuesday. Dubai South …
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Renovated grand house in Sharjah opens doors for visitors
Sharjah: The fortunes of the pearl trade and a way of life now lost have been encapsulated in Bait Al Naboudah (Home of Naboudah), the grand house of one of Sharjah’s most successful pearl merchants, which has reopened as a museum. After restoration …
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UAE’s grant will help fight malaria in Africa
Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s financial contributions towards the fight … member of the RBM Partnership board, told Gulf News. She was speaking ahead of World Malaria Day, which will be observed on Wednesday to recognise global initiatives that combat the …
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Dubai Airports and Dubai Parks form new partnership
Dubai Airports and DXB Entertainments PJSC, owner of Dubai Parks and Resorts have announced a strategic partnership. The aim is to create an ‘unparalleled airport experience’ while showcasing Dubai’s position as a tourist and family entertainment …
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Where education fees are cheapest, costliest in Dubai
Dubai: Parents in Dubai continue to spend a lot of money on children’s school fees, but the good news is that rates at various educational providers have dropped recently. According to the latest data provided by Edarabia, eight out of ten schools in the …
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Uber in Dubai changes base fares for trips
Dubai: Uber has announced that it its base fares for trips have changed. In a notice emailed to customers, Uber explained that the change in the fare structure affected all UberSELECT and UberVIP trips in Dubai. The fares of Uber trips previously …
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‘Use Brexit to strengthen UK-UAE ties,’ UAE ambassador says
There is certainly no reason why Brexit should hold us back.” Mr Al Mazroui was writing after a meeting of the UAE-UK Business Council in London on Monday. A former academic and businessman, he was previously based in Brussels as head of the UAE Mission …
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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates | Mummified body found in Iran could be father of last shah
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates | April 2, 2018 (AP)(STL.News) The discovery in Iran of a mummified body near the site of a former royal mausoleum has raised speculation it could be the remains of the late Reza Shah Pahlavi, founder of the Pahlavi dynasty.
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With Expo 2020 in Sight, Off Plan Properties in Dubai continues to attracts overseas buyers and Investors to the Real Estate Sector
UAE – In the past decade, Dubai has been globally recognized as the leading tourist destination and global commercial hub. Apart from this notable achievement, the country’s real estate market has remained the key sector that continuously attracts …
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Meraas Dubai Launches ‘Hala China’
“Leveraging the phenomenal success of Dubai’s first-ever Chinese New Year celebrations … possibilities we are creating for a whole new generation of entrepreneurs, business travellers, holidaymakers and communities.” In February 2018, Meraas …
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