Dubai’s growing business events sector, a key contributor to the emirate’s economy, is being showcased this week to an audience of international meetings industry professionals at the ongoing IBTM Wor…
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Gallery: Expo 2020 Dubai’s celebrations to mark the 47th UAE National Day
The UAE was born 47 years ago, when its founding father the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan brought the seven emirates together to form a nation. Each year on 2 December, the UAE takes the oppo…
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Over 50 Indian firms explore investing in UAE economic zone
“More than 50 high-profile Indian business leaders have discovered the advantages of expanding their operations to Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone,” Jallad said. A RAKEZ release here said this special ec…
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Trip report: Emirates Boeing 777 new Business Class Brussels to Dubai
Wednesday newsletters always feature a hotel or flight review. I recently enjoyed a relaxing long weekend in Dubai. You can read my trip reports here: Review: Emirates Boeing 777-300ER new Business Cl…
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Dubai looks to build on business events momentum at IBTM World
Dubai’s growing business events sector, a key contributor to the emirate’s economy, is being showcased this week to an audience of international meetings industry professionals at IBTM World Dubai, Un…
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Revealed: List of all the major retail sales events in Dubai in 2019
Dubai has officially revealed a list of the main retail sales and promotions that are slated to be held in the emirate next year. The retail calendar was released by the Dubai Department of …
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UAE still the most prosperous Arab nation, study finds
The UAE maintained its position as the most prosperous country in the Arab world for the 12th year in a row, a new study found, with the country ranked highly for its “ease of starting a business”. Ac…
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Smile, you are in UAE
Safety and security, and social capital moved 2 places to 28 and 25, respectively, while business environment improved by 4 levels to 20 on the index. The UAE is the only country from the region to se…
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What you need to know about UAE’s new long-term visa
The UAE sits in a strategic global location, offers potential for business and serves up a diverse lifestyle that is driving more families to lay down their roots here. Many would say that a measure s…
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UAE can drive India’s growth story
The UAE and India are set for landmark cooperation and development in all sectors of economy, government officials, diplomats and business leaders opined during an event held in Abu Dhabi. Minister of …
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Canadian firm Brookfield in talks to invest in Dubai property developer
Brookfield Asset Management Inc. is in early talks for an investment in Dubai property developer Meraas Holding, according to people with knowledge of the matter, in a deal that would signal a vote of …
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The UAE pardoned a British student sentenced to life in prison after showing a purported confession video where he says he works for MI6
The United Arab Emirates on Monday pardoned Matthew Hedges, a British academic who was sentenced to life in prison on spying charges, after showing videos in which he reportedly appears to confess to …
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Dubai: A millionaire hub
Taimur Khan, research manager, Knight Frank, said Dubai hosts a broad range of attractions which draw in millionaires from around the world. “Its business credentials as a global financial hub, centra…
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DDFC and China’s SRP Group Launch Competition to Elevate Dubai’s Design Industry
DDFC and SRP Group sign MoU and launch design competition for homeware and jewellery designers in the MENA-region with combined prizes worth AED300,000 DUBAI, United Arab Emirates–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Th…
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Dubai hospitality market to remain tough in 2019, says Emerald Palace Kempinski MD
Speaking to Arabian Business, Mariette said he predicts a challenging year ahead, but said the new Kempinski will offer the right experiences to draw customers in. “Many people tell me that this is a …
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Abu Dhabi to host India-UAE strategic conclave
Key business leaders and senior government officials will come … to increase innovation and entrepreneurship in sectors of mutual interest. Since India and UAE are two of the world’s largest and fas…
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Why 38,000 multi-millionaires move to the UAE
“Millionaires are attracted to the UAE as it is a high-income economy with good tax rates and strong business opportunities. It is also relatively stable when compared to other countries in the …
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