Dubai Chambers has announced that the fourth international edition of the Dubai Business Forum will take place in New York City on 12th November. The forum aims to introduce the American business …
UAE telecom services trade up 4.3% to AED10.2 billion in 2024
The UAE’s trade in telecommunication services increased by 4.3 percent in 2024, reaching AED10.2 billion, compared to AED9.8 billion in 2023, according to data released by the Federal Competitiveness …
Abu Dhabi: Stunning light sphere, AI fountain show to light up Al Maryah Waterfront
At the centre of the project is a 30-meter luminous sphere, encircled by over 1,000 AI-powered water jets that soar 75 meters high in a choreographed display set to music …
$10b UAE trade attracts private sector
However, the trade balance between the two nations still favours the UAE. In FY25, Pakistan exported only $2.1 billion worth of goods, while imports from the UAE stood at nearly $8 billion. Compared …
Passenger traffic at Abu Dhabi airports rises again
Abu Dhabi Airports, which operates five commercial airports, registered double-digit passenger traffic growth for a 17th consecutive quarter, and reported increased flight movements and cargo …
FWC issues permit for manta ray capture by SeaWorld Abu Dhabi
We now know a lot more information about a story we first told you about last Sunday. Dennis Richard of Water Planet Dolphin Tours shot a video of a charter boat capturing a giant manta ray here in …
Best and worst university degrees for earning high salaries in the UAE
Being an Ivy League graduate is not a guarantee for a high-paying job in the UAE any more. Degrees have less of a bearing on what a profession now earns in the Arab world’s second-largest economy and …
Dubai’s Al-Futtaim bets big on Saudi malls
The deal gives the UAE conglomerate a boost to its plans to expand in the kingdom’s retail sector, and liquidity to the selling Al Hokair family.
UAE telecom services trade grows in 2024: official data
ABU DHABI, July 21 (Xinhua) — The United Arab Emirates (UAE)’s trade in telecommunication services grew by 4.3 percent in 2024, reaching 10.2 billion Emirati dirham (2.78 billion U.S. dollars), up …
Sharjah Police launch ‘Cross Safely’ campaign to enhance safety of pedestrians
Sharjah Police launched an awareness campaign under the slogan ‘Cross Safely’ to enhance the abidance of motorists and pedestrians by traffic laws …
UAE Central Bank imposes financial sanction of Dhs600,000 on a branch of a foreign bank
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) imposed a financial sanction of AED600,000 on a branch of a foreign bank operating in the UAE, pursuant to Article (137) …
Drydocks World launches competition to name MENA’s largest floating crane
D rydocks World, the DP World-owned shipyard that has played a central role in Dubai’s maritime rise since 1979, has announced the launch of a nationwide competition inviting residents to name its …
The magical Slava Snowshow returns to Dubai this October
Expect rare theatrical beauty The winter season is months away, but a cool, wintery, magical performance is arriving early as Slava’s Snowshow is making its grand return to Dubai. This year, the magic …
Dubai Mall announces drop-off point changes
As updates are carried out at Dubai Mall, tour bus operators will now drop visitors off and pick them up and different sections surrounding the mall.
First shipment arrives at GSK’s Abu Dhabi vaccine distribution hub
Located in KEZAD and operated by Rafed, a subsidiary of PureHealth, the hub was developed in collaboration with the DoH, Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), GSK, AD Ports Group, Etihad Cargo, and …
Why Saudi Arabia imports sand from Australia despite its endless deserts
Saudi Arabia, despite its vast deserts, imports sand from countries like Australia and China to meet the construction demands of mega projects. This article explores the reasons, the global sand …
Watch: Rains lash parts of Dubai, Abu Dhabi; orange alert issued
After heavy rains swept parts of the country yesterday along with gusty winds, the showers have hit UAE again, bringing respite from summer temperatures. Moderate to heavy rains hit Dubai’s Margham, …