Some 1,800 new smart metres have been installed across Sharjah in August, as the emirate’s electricity and water authority continues its smart transformation project and tech development. Considered …
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UPDATE 1-Israel’s Leumi signs deals with First Abu Dhabi Bank, Emirates NBD
Bank Leumi said on Tuesday it had signed memorandums of understanding with First Abu Dhabi Bank and Emirates NBD, hours before Israel and the United Arab Emirates are due to sign agreements toward …
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The UAE has approved a Chinese-made coronavirus vaccine for emergency use
The vaccine, developed by China’s Sinopham, will be given to the UAE’s frontline workers. According to NCEMA, 31,000 volunteers in the UAE have already participated in clinical trials of the vaccine, …
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UAE Official Says Accord With Israel Will Give Region More Leverage
He said Israel suspending its planned annexation of Palestinian land would stop the two-state solution being undermined. Gargash said a strategic breakthrough is needed but “it will not happen …
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Trump to host Israel, UAE and Bahrain in signing deals to normalize relations
Trump will play diplomat, dealmaker hosting Israel, the UAE and Bahrain when the Arab nations will agree to establish full diplomatic relations with the Jewish state.
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Future readiness key to Dubai’s leadership in attracting FDI
Dubai’s readiness to attract conventional as well as new forms of investment is evident in the specialised strategies and initiatives launched over the past years. Dubai Investment Development Agency …
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Gang in Dubai sentenced to three years in jail for Dh1.3m robbery
All three Chinese suspects flew in to commit a series of burglaries in villas Dubai: A three-member Chinese gang has been sentenced to three years in jail for breaking into a Dubai villa on New Year’s …
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MIDEAST STOCKS-Most major Gulf markets gain in early trade; Abu Dhabi flat
Most major Gulf markets rose in early trade on Tuesday, with real estate shares boosting the Dubai index. Sept 15 (Reuters) – Most major Gulf markets rose in early trade on Tuesday, with real estate …
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After UAE and Bahrain Deals, Is Saudi Arabia Softening Its Stance on Israel?
While Saudi Arabia is not expected to follow the example of its Gulf allies any time soon, Sudais’ remarks could be a clue to how the kingdom approaches the sensitive subject of w …
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Trump ‘peace’ deals for Israel, UAE and Bahrain are shams. They boost oppression, not amity.
The agreements reflect a geopolitical alliance among repressive regimes to expand the U.S. sphere of influence in the Middle East. As President Donald Trump presides over a White House ceremony …
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Trump hosts Israel, Bahrain, UAE peace ceremony
US President Donald Trump will host a ceremony Tuesday where Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates normalize relations with Israel, redrawing the Middle East’s diplomatic map — and boosting the …
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Dubai’s flying gorilla and tiger: the story behind why the sculptures were spotted in the air
Videos of the statues being lifted by helicopter went viral when they were spotted by eagle-eyed Dubai Marina residents …
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Abu Dhabi’s two new airlines are aiming big with hyper-competitive ticket rates
The airline, now rescheduled to launch services from October 16, and another recent entrant, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, will significantly alter the rate dynamics on key sectors. Air A …
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ADQ establishes new company, Silal, in Abu Dhabi to boost local food production
ADQ said that the new company will support the Abu Dhabi government’s efforts to secure food supply chains as well as boost productions and distribution of essential foods. Further strengthening …
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At Historic White House Event, UAE and Bahrain to Move Toward Normal Ties With Israel
U.S. President Donald Trump will host the White House ceremony at noon EDT (1600 GMT), capping a dramatic month when first the UAE and then Bahrain agreed to reverse decades of ill will without a …
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Israel expects $500m in deals with Bahrain and UAE
Israel expects to seal deals worth about $500m after Tuesday’s historic agreements to normalise ties with the UAE and Bahrain come into force. Ofir Akunis, Israel’s minister of regional co-operation, …
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UAE minister hails ‘tremendously significant’ peace deal amid criticism from Pelosi
The Trump administration has made remarkable progress in brokering peace agreements designed to normalize relations between Israel and other Middle Eastern nations, said Omar Ghobash, who serves as …
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