DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — The head of the International Monetary Fund warned Sunday that the British exit from the European Union means it “will never be as good as it is now” for the country’s ec…
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Louvre Abu Dhabi introduces Rembrandt, Vermeer
The Louvre Abu Dhabi, the first museum to carry the famed name outside of France, announced Sunday it will roll out works by Dutch masters Rembrandt and Vermeer this month. Works by the two artists ar…
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Abu Dhabi includes Hindi as third official court language
Dubai: In a landmark decision, Abu Dhabi has included Hindi as the third official language used in its courts, alongside Arabic and English, as part of a move designed to improve access to justice. Th…
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Louvre Abu Dhabi exhibits rare Rembrandt artwork
Louvre Abu Dhabi made history when it opened its doors over a year ago as the first museum outside of France to carry the Louvre name. It was then marketed as “a universal museum” celebrating cultural …
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US Vatican ambassador: Pope’s historic UAE visit advances religious freedom and tolerance
The UAE is host to people from over 200 nationalities who are free … A few days prior to his journey to the Arabian Peninsula, Pope Francis expressed to the news media how hopeful he was that throug…
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Abu Dhabi to use Hindi as third official language in its courts
Abu Dhabi: In a move reminiscent of growing India-UAE ties, Abu Dhabi has decided to recognise Hindi as the third official language used in its courts. Arabic and English are the other two languages u…
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Luxury watchmaker Jaquet Droz unveils one-of-a-kind UAE timepiece
When you think of the UAE, you think sand dunes, history, nature, and modern technology. The UAE is truly a melting pot of cultures and this inspired luxury Swiss watchmaker Jaquet Droz to come up wit…
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Exclusive interview: UAE business leader Raja Al Gurg
Raja Easa Al Gurg is one of those Dubai business figures that needs no introduction. Having started her career as a schoolteacher, she now leads family business Easa Saleh Al Gurg Group as …
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UAE economy to lead GCC in 2019
In addition, a slowdown in the global economy is likely to weigh on activity in the UAE’s key manufacturing, tourism and logistics sectors. Associate Business Editor of Khaleej Times, is a well-connec…
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Abu Dhabi establishes investment office to increase FDI under $13.6bn plan
Abu Dhabi Investment Office is part of Abu Dhabi government’s … Subscribe to Arabian Business’ newsletter to receive the latest breaking news and business stories in Dubai,the UAE and the GCC straig…
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Abu Dhabi acquires stake in New York’s Park Lane Hotel
A representative for the buyer, Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala Investment Co … according to a document seen by Bloomberg News that shows the group is seeking a $600 million floating-rate loan. Mubadala and Wi…
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Dubai Chamber explores bilateral business opportunities during visits to Shanghai and Shenzhen
Dubai, UAE: A high-level delegation from Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently visited Shanghai and Shenzhen and where they met with public and private sector stakeholders and discussed pros…
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Dubai reveals 2019 target countries for real estate investments
Dubai Land Department (DLD) has launched its real estate promotion plan for 2019 which will see the emirate’s property investment potential showcased in 10 countries. Majida Ali Rashid, CEO of the Rea…
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British man in Qatar football shirt claim charged in UAE
A British man, who claimed to have been harassed and detained in the United Arab Emirates for wearing a Qatar football shirt during the AFC Asian Cup, has been charged for making false statements, Emi…
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The Latest: Pope warns against ‘fake news’ during Gulf visit
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The Latest on Pope Francis’s visit to the United Arab Emirates (all times local): 7:35 p.m. Pope Francis has called out the dangers of so-called “fake news” amid …
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UAE minister: Iran’s presence in Syria must be reduced
In a recent interview on Al-Hurra TV, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Anwar Mohammed Gargash said that despite Iran’s claims that its missiles are for purposes of deterrence, they are being …
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Catholics flock to pope’s historic mass in UAE
Dubai expat Rosalie Ayuso from the Philippines … Smiling and excited, he told Arab News: “Luckily I was posted at gate 31, where the pope was coming in. I lost a lot of zzz’s, but it’s all worth it …
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