Dubai Chambers has unveiled new plans to establish new country-specific business councils operating in Dubai and expand their roles to support ongoing efforts to boost Dubai’s non-oil foreign trade …
Abu Dhabi reduces number of single-use plastic bags by half a million per day
Abu Dhabi has reduced the use of single-use plastic bags in retail stores by 87 million since the emirate introduced a ban on June 1.The Environment Agency Abu Dhabi said the reduction is equivalent …
Sharjah celebrated as guest of honour at Guadalajara International Book Fair
Emirati heritage and culture is being celebrated at Mexico’s Guadalajara International Book Fair as Sharjah has been welcomed as the guest of honour in what is the largest literary event in Latin …
UAE emerging as world’s most integrated global gold marketplace
The UAE, which accounts for more than 25 per cent of the global gold trade, is all set to become the most integrated global gold marketplace, according to ..
Dubai Chambers unveils plans to expand roles of business councils in Dubai
Announcement made during the annual diplomatic circle dinner 2022, which was hosted by Dubai Chambers and attended by more than 150 ambassadors, consul generals and commercial attachés.
Dubai Customs launches “Al-Bairaq (Banner) Challenge Award”
In a virtual ceremony attended by Dubai Customs executive directors, heads of departments and customs centers, H.E. Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, Director General of Dubai Customs, CEO of Ports, Customs and …
Local supply crunch forces Bangladesh hike urea imports from Middle East by 15%
An ongoing gas supply crunch and concerns over food security have forced Bangladesh to rely more on Middle Eastern countries to meet its demand for urea fertiliser, reports Arab News. With a …
Abu Dhabi T10: Morgan, Azam steer New York Strikers to 8-wicket win over Deccan Gladiators
Eoin Morgan and Azam Khan steered New York Strikers to a thrilling eight-wicket win over Deccan Gladiators in the first match on the fourth day of the Abu Dhabi T10 at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, here on Saturday.
Samana enters Dubai hospitality business with new entity
In its initial phase, Samana Holidays will target 500 units and turn them into holiday homes (serviced apartments) for short-term rentals to permit tourists, visitors, holiday-makers and layovers for …
Remittance thru hundi from UAE growing
A fact finding mission has found that the popularity of hundi over banking channel is growing for sending remittance home while economists blame negligence …
UAE: Ex-Indian cricketer Sreesanth to meet residents at church harvest in Abu Dhabi
After a gap of two years, thousands of Christian expats in Abu Dhabi are gearing up to celebrate an in-person annual harvest festival – a traditional event marked with prayers and feast from fresh …
How European VAT decisions could impact UAE businesses
Written agreement concerning the supply of goods or services, between two VAT-registered persons, could be regarded as a tax invoice for recovering input credit …
Dubai Customs wins three renowned IdeasUK 2020 awards
Dubai Customs won three new international awards at the 35th International Conference – IdeasUK, held in Birmingham, UK on 9 and 10 November …
80% sale, fireworks, free boat ride: Here’s a list of things happening in Abu Dhabi
There are a host of fun activities, amazing shopping deals, spectacular fireworks, a new avenue for sports and recreation, thrilling World Cup football action and lot more things to look out for in …
Abu Dhabi GDP expands 11.2pc in H1 on robust non-oil activities
Chairman Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa said: “Economy’s positive growth rates in Abu Dhabi reflect the profound strength and succes …
Para Triathlon history made in Abu Dhabi with first ever Para Triathlon Mixed Relay
For the first time ever in the sport, a Para Triathlon Mixed Relay was held on Saturday morning, part of the programme of the World Triathlon Championship …
Free Trade Agreement: Series of steps underway to promote India-UAE trade pact to boost exports, says official
India’s exports to the UAE rose by 12.5 per cent to USD 12.67 billion in June-October 2022. Imports during the period have increased by 21 per cent to USD 22.2 billion, Joint Secretary in the …