The change will mean Careem’s offering expands to economy, business and minivan services and has a similar pricing structure to that in Dubai. Al Nahlaoui did not disclose the exact fares but they are still expected to be 30 per cent more expensive than …
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Touting ‘transformation’, French PM seeks investment in Dubai
DUBAI: France’s Prime Minister Edouard Philippe promised lower taxes and a business-friendly France at a global summit in Dubai on Sunday, seeking investment from the oil-rich Gulf region. “France is undergoing great transformation,” Philippe said …
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Dubai PMI picks up in January, boosted by construction activity
The Emirates NBD Dubai Economy Tracker rose to 56 in January from 54.7 in … It also found that the volume of new business rose for the twenty-third straight month in January. On the selling price front, prices rose at the fastest pace in three years …
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Commodity experts tackle latest industry trends at the 5th Global Commodity Outlook Conference in Dubai
In his opening remarks, Omar Khan, Director of International Offices, Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry, said: “Our goal is to support the development of business and promote Dubai as an international business hub. Since 2012, we have been focused …
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PM Modi meets Abu Dhabi Crown Prince; India, UAE sign 5 pacts
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held wide-ranging talks with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan as the two sides signed five agreements, including a historic pact awarding a consortium of Indian oil companies a 10 per cent stake in offshore …
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Five ways to innovate during UAE innovation month
Innovation has become such a buzzword in boardrooms across the world, including in the UAE, which launched the Year of Innovation … Innovation can also take place in a company’s: a) Business practices: For example, having new business models such …
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Ripple, the company behind cryptocurrency XRP, signs international payment deal with foreign exchange giant UAE Exchange
UAE Exchange joining Ripple’s RippleNet network for cross-border … Manghat described himself as “a big champion of Blockchain” in an interview with Arabian Business last October and said: “The average consumer may never know about blockchain, but …
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PM Modi meets Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi; India, UAE sign 5 pacts
ABU DHABI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held wide-ranging talks with Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Saturday as the two sides signed five agreements including a historic pact awarding a consortium of Indian oil companies a 10 per …
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PM Narendra Modi meets Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi; India, UAE sign 5 pacts
India and UAE on Saturday signed five agreements related to the energy sector, railways, manpower and financial services. Abu Dhabi: Shortly after his arrival in UAE, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan …
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Abu Dhabi hospital performs life-saving surgery for new-born Emirati girl
Surgeons at Danat Al Emarat Hospital for Women and Children in Abu Dhabi have saved the life of a 48-hour-old Emirati girl who was born with twisted ovaries and bleeding due to a large twisted ovarian cyst, the third case of its kind in the world.
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Sharjah forum to discuss communication challenges
Sharjah: More than 2,500 experts and influencers are expected to attend the International Government Communication Forum 2018 (IGCF) being held in Sharjah under the theme ‘Digital Millennium … Where To?’. In keeping with its goals to pioneer best …
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American University of Dubai Student Wins UAE Qualifiers of the Global Student Entrepreneur Awards
The UAE chapter of Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), the world’s leading peer-to-peer network of successful business leaders today announced Shammi Kapoor, a student of the School of Business Administration, at the American University of Dubai …
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Dubai Holding Marks the End of 2017 With Record Achievements
continues to play a prominent role in developing Dubai as a world-class destination for tourism and business through supporting the Emirate’s diversification plan. Its initiatives, guided by the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al …
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UAE workers won’t need good conduct certificate to switch jobs
Expats that are already working in the UAE will not need to obtain a good behaviour certificate to change jobs, officials have said. The clarification will offer some relief to those that already have resident visas and were expecting a difficult process …
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UAE, Malaysia forge stronger ties
This includes Malaysia, which already enjoys decades of strong links with the UAE, officials at the UAE-Malaysia Business & Investment Forum in Kuala Lumpur said. Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, the UAE Minister of Economy, noted that the relationship …
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Dubai Properties appoints new CEO
Dubai Properties is part of the Dubai Holding Group. It has a number of residential, retail and commercial developments, with projects located in areas ranging from Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) to Business Bay. They include Dubailand, Culture Village …
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Abu Dhabi transport department to conduct field study on traffic tolls
Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Department of Transport will soon roll out an integrated field study to determine the requirements and implementation of a traffic toll system, the department announced in a statement sent on Tuesday. It will then send its …
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