ABU DHABI/DUBAI, Dec (Shanghai: 600875.SS – news) 6 (Reuters) – Abu Dhabi held meetings with international bond investors in a so-called non-deal roadshow before a potential bond issue next year, sour…
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UAE non-oil sector sees growth pickup in November, employment still sluggish
Read: UAE private sector employment flat in October … even as firms were cutting output prices speaks to the challenging business environment and the pressure this is putting on firms to compete …
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UAE companies interested to investment in Pakistan, envoy tells CM
The proposal of setting up the Pakistan-UAE Business Council also came under discussion. It was further decided to increase the close ties so as to enhance the investment and Chief Minister Usman Buzd…
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Dubai’s Emirates introduces A380 on second Johannesburg service
76 business seats and 14 first class seats. It increases capacity on the route by 14 per cent, according to the carrier. Emirates flew 700,000 passengers on the Dubai-Johannesburg route in the …
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I visited outlandishly wealthy Dubai, known as the ‘city of gold,’ and was surprised by how much fun you can have even without billions
I (Harrison, here!) spent a week in the city in November, along with my travel partner and Business Insider contributor Annie. Our fears were unfounded. Though Dubai’s tourism board may emphasize high …
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Dubai unveils latest transport solution: Sky Pods
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has showcased a new transport concept with the aim of improving the efficiency of travel in the city. The Dubai Sky Pods are aimed to bring autonomous …
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Dubai Holding appoints new CEO for Arab Media Group
Mr Sharaf “has the right combination of industry experience and business acumen to successfully lead Arab Media Group into the next phase of its growth,” said Abdullah Al Habbai, chairman of Dubai Hol…
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UAE seeks more women in judiciary, diplomacy, business
The UAE Cabinet on Tuesday approved a series of policies to increase the representation in the judiciary, diplomatic and business sectors. The plans, approved in a special session held at the …
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UAE leads Arab world in economic freedom
The UAE came in first place in freedom to trade, up from second, with an improved score of 8.3 compared to 8.1 last year. For regulation of business, labour and credit, the UAE scored 7.6, but rose fr…
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A Dubai princess has vanished since reportedly trying and failing to escape from her tyrannical father
The princess daughter of Dubai ‘s ruler reportedly spent seven years planning to flee from her life of luxury in the United Arab Emirates, but got caught at sea and vanished. Sheikha Latifa bint Moham…
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Indians biggest foreign investors in Dubai realty: Report
He said Indians have been living in Dubai for decades and contributed immensely to the business and economic growth of that country, with great optimism for the future. Moreover, for Indian investors, …
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Entrepreneurs to drive UAE’s future economic growth
Dubai is a renowned financial and business hub, but its rise to global prominence is in many ways rooted in the entrepreneurial spirit of pioneering businessmen and traders who took the leap into …
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India, UAE seek partnership in new areas as Swaraj attends joint meeting
India and the UAE on Tuesday sought to forge partnership in new areas as External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj co-chaired the UAE-India Joint Commission Meeting with her counterpart Sheikh Abdullah …
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Dubai Expo 2020 site to be completed ‘well before’ start of event
Dubai is set to complete construction of the Expo 2020 site “well before” the start of the mega event, officials have told the emirate’s ruler. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who is …
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NCM issues fog warnings across UAE
The UAE’s National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has issued a fog warning for road users across the UAE. The announcement comes as many residents return to work following a long weekend to …
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Abu Dhabi Airports celebrates the 47th UAE National Day
Abu Dhabi Airports is celebrating the UAE’s 47th National Day with a list of activities, entertainment, and national symbols that foster the sense of patriotism. The celebrations take place across Abu …
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UAE further extends amnesty for illegal residents
The UAE has extended an amnesty period for illegal residents despite reports indicating it would not do so. Last week, Khaleej Times cited an official from the Federal Authority for Identity and …
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