Dubai: The UAE’s gold jewellery retailers are shedding their obsession with the 22 karat. They are working to create a new generation of shoppers — the younger ones, preferably — and the way they are doing this is through the 18k route. Their …
( read original story …)
Limited introduction expected for new UAE ownership law, says Al Mulla
chairman of Dubai law firm Baker & McKenzie. Speaking to Arabian Business, he said the new law will primarily aim to attract specific sectors such as nuclear technology. “I don’t think [the ownership law] will apply across the board to everyone …
( read original story …)
UAE residents becoming more financially cautious
Dubai: UAE residents are keeping better track of their money than they were four years ago, with more people being careful about budgeting and fewer living beyond their means. According to the latest Moneysmart Index launched by Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank …
( read original story …)
Dubai SME licenses first business incubator
Dubai SME, the agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, has announced the licensing of the first business incubator in Dubai. The milestone follows the introduction of …
( read original story …)
Sharjah Art Foundation’s spring shows span genres
The Sharjah show at the Gallery 4 … he served as head of the photography department at the Iraq Ministry of Culture and head of the Iraqi News Agency. His photographs represent a unique visual record of the country’s complex culture, politics and …
( read original story …)
UAE makes ‘tremendous progress’ in global competitiveness ranking
We will continue in enhancing our business environment, our infrastructure and our resources, because we want a better life for our people and all the residents in the UAE, Shaikh Mohammad added. Dubai: The UAE jumped in the competitiveness rankings in …
( read original story …)
Dubai To Become Global Leader In Solar Energy
On a recent warm evening in the Dubai desert, government ministers and business leaders gathered to mark a major milestone in solar power, one of worldwide significance. A new phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park (aka MBR Solar Park …
( read original story …)
New long-term visa to boost UAE property market ‘in big way’
“I expect an influx of new businesses, new investors coming to UAE. The 100 per cent business ownership and 10 years residency for investors will attract FDI to Dubai’s real estate sector. “We as a group of companies based in Dubai since long, feel …
( read original story …)
UAE approves 100% ownership of companies, new ten-year visa
Subscribe to Arabian Business’ newsletter to receive the latest breaking news and business stories in Dubai,the UAE and the GCC straight to your inbox.
( read original story …)
Top Trump fundraisers who sought to negotiate $1 billion in business deals with Middle East princes called Jared Kushner a ‘Clown Prince’
Elliot Broidy, a top fundraiser for President Donald Trump, pitched to Trump that UAE and Saudi crown princes could involve themselves in Jared Kushner’s Middle East peace plans. George Nader, Broidy’s business partner, privately mocked Kushner’s plans in …
( read original story …)
UAE Aviation Sector: Leadership in the Skies, Excellence on Land: Report
The UAE has advanced transport and telecommunications networks and leading hotels, making it a link between the East and West and an international hub for tourism, business, transit and re-exporting, enabling its modern aviation sector to succeed in today …
( read original story …)
UAE Minister of Economy: Decision Strengthens UAE’s Position on the Global Investment Map
He added that this strategic step would increase the inflow of foreign direct investments in the UAE, particularly key sectors that help boost trade and increase the number of projects and firms, which in turn will aid the prosperity of the business …
( read original story …)
Dubai Chamber explores Russia, Belarus IT markets
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently led a study mission to Russia and Belarus which explored business potential within the countries’ IT markets, as well as prospects for new partnerships and joint ventures in several innovation-focused …
( read original story …)
Prabhas on spending four weeks in Abu Dhabi
Even Karan called me saying that some false news is out. We don’t have any bad blood. We have a very good rapport because we worked for four years in Baahubali. I like him as a director and Kuch Kuch Hota Hai is one of my favourite movies.” Abu Dhabi is …
( read original story …)
Business community renews call for relaxing of Skype ban
We also need to see the person face-to-face, and if it’s not possible for them to fly to Dubai, then the next best thing is Skype,” he said. Sukhdev Singh, vice president at market research firm Kantar AMRB, said the usage of Skype for business has …
( read original story …)
Dubai SME Opens First Facility Licensed Under New Guidelines for Business Incubators
Dubai SME, the agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, has announced the licensing of the first business incubator in Dubai following the introduction of the …
( read original story …)
The UAE rules the economic indexes
Dubai stands out in the area of connecting importers and exporters in the global markets, a fact boosted by its many ports and airports. Numerous countries find it absolutely necessary to do business with and via Dubai. In addition, the 2018 Index of …
( read original story …)