Fitch Ratings has affirmed Bank of Sharjah’s long-term issuer default rating (IDR) at ‘BBB+’ with a stable outlook. The rating agency upgraded the bank’s viability rating (VR) to ‘b-‘ from ‘ccc+’, …
Gold prices in Dubai Today Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Gold prices in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) today, Tuesday, May 7, opened at a selling price of AED 8,519.65 per ounce, according to UAEgoldprices.com.24-karat gold rates in UAE TodayThe …
UAE: 4 residency visa options for students; cost, process explained
Here’s a breakdown of all the visa options available for students in the Emirates. Foreign students can avail a visa sponsored by the accredited university or college of study. Students can contact …
Elevate UAE business setup with KWS Middle East’s new Dubai office
Dubai’s status as a leading international business hub augments Abu Dhabi’s strategic investments in sectors like renewable energy and technology. The UAE is becoming a highly desirable choice for …
Tribunal case gives clarity on tax residency
A recent AAT case has offered some valuable insights into how tax residency can be determined if clients move overseas, says an expert technical adviser.
Dubai International Financial Centre hosts 900 Fintech companies
Mohammad Alblooshi, Chief Executive Officer of the Innovation Hub affiliated with the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), said that the Hub hosts around 900 specialised financial technology …
Worried about all the mosquitoes in Abu Dhabi? Here’s how the UAE is tackling the post-flooding issue
Worried about the Abu Dhabi mosquitoes? The United Arab Emirates has revealed that it is intensifying its efforts to control the mosquito population at hotspots across the country.
Arada and Minor Hotels launch Anantara Sharjah Residences
Arada and Minor Hotels have officially launched off-plan sales for Anantara Sharjah Residences, a new destination for luxury seaside living. Each of the 128 branded residences is housed within the …
Dubai International Chamber supports expansion of local companies into Indonesia by arranging 200 bilateral business meetings in Jakarta
Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has successfully organised 200 bilateral business meetings between companies from Dubai and …
ATM 2024: Dubai attracts 5.1 million visitors in Q1 2024, marking a 11% increase from last year
“This airport aims to attract visitors to Dubai and facilitate business travel and logistics. These developments align well with our strategy to attract more visitors, new residents, and businesses to …
Dubai sees a year’s worth of rain in 24 hours
The desert nation of the United Arab Emirates attempted to dry out Wednesday from the heaviest rain ever recorded there after a deluge flooded out Dubai International Airport, disrupting travel …
‘Dubai FinTech Summit 2024 underscores UAE’s leadership in driving financial, technological growth,’ says UIS CEO
Jihad Faitrouni, CEO of UIS, said that the Dubai FinTech Summit 2024, which kicked off today in the emirate, reinforces the UAE’s leading role in promoting the growth of the finan …
Russian technology imports at pre-war levels, tougher export controls needed – Bruegel
By Ben Aris in Berlin Russia’s imports of Western technology have reached pre-war levels and the export control regime to stop the trade is full of holes. Tougher rules, enforcement and bigger fines …
New Zealand launches trade negotiations with United Arab Emirates
Minister for Trade Todd McClay announced this morning that New Zealand has begun trade negotiations with the United Arab Emirates.McClay is currently in the Middle East on a trade mission. He met …
Maktoum bin Mohammed opens second edition of Dubai FinTech Summit
Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Finance of the UAE and President of DIFC..
Sharjah Economic Development Department issues, renews 17,722 licenses during Q1-24
During Q1 2024, Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) issued and renewed a total of 17,722 licenses, processed via various channels including the SEDD smart application, website, service …
University of Sharjah celebrates graduation of “Uniview” Space Simulator Programme participants
The University of Sharjah (UoS) recently held a graduation ceremony for a group of employees from the Sharjah Science Museum who participated in the space simulator programm entitled “Uniview”, which …