The UAE emirate of Sharjah attracted 24 foreign direct investment (FDI) projects worth $220 million (AED 808.6 million) during 2020, as per a Wavteq study on Sharjah’s FDI annual performance. The Year …
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Abu Dhabi approves three new COVID-19 tests
Abu Dhabi’s Department of Health has approved three new COVID-19 tests, including one that provides results in 20 minutes, Abu Dhabi Media Office said. For more coronavirus news, visit our dedicated …
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As Israelis Flock To UAE, They See A New Precedent: Peace Deals Without Giving Ground
Israelis are visiting Dubai in the tens of thousands. Where in the past, they could only arrive as undercover spies, competitive athletes or foreign …
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UAE sees record 3,579 new coronavirus cases, 9 deaths
As part of its intensified testing campaign, ministry has announced that it conducted 179,117 additional COVID-19 tests over the past 24 hours, using state-of-the-art medical testing equipment.
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UAE: Man fined Dh10,000 for embezzling Dh40,000
The Misdemeanour Court has ordered an Arab man to pay a fine of Dh10,000 after being found guilty of embezzling Dh40,000 from a compatriot. Court records show that the accused conned the victim by …
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New UAE residency policy announced
The announcement is one of several new decisions approved by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed at the first Cabinet meeting of the year.
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Reimagined Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week concludes with global commitment to deliver green recovery in 2021
Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), the global platform for accelerating sustainable development hosted by Masdar, concluded on Thursday with a resounding global commitment to deliver a green …
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Dustin Poirier blasts Conor McGregor in Abu Dhabi to plot new UFC title shot
Dustin Poirier scored a sensational knockout victory over Conor McGregor at UFC 257, setting a course for another crack at the lightweight title …
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Dubai leads most Gulf markets lower, but Abu Dhabi bucks the trend
Most major Gulf stock markets slipped on Sunday, with Dubai hardest hit following a surge in coronavirus cases in the United Arab Emirates, but Abu Dhabi bucked the trend to trade higher.
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Denmark suspends UAE flights
Denmark has temporarily halted all flights from the United Arab Emirates for five days, following concerns about the accuracy of coronavirus testing before leaving Dubai. While the UAE has increased …
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UAE: Crackdown on overcrowded houses launched, up to Dh200,000 fine for violations
The municipality has, over the years, also fined firms for making their employees live in overcrowded and substandard accommodations.
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McIlroy leads Hatton by one shot in Abu Dhabi
Rory McIlroy (pix) will take a one-shot lead over Tyrrell Hatton into the final day of the Abu Dhabi Championship after firing a …
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Fast Forward and the Abraham Accords: Dorian Barak on Emerging Trends in UAE-Israel Business Relations
One of the stereotypes of the Middle East is things don’t happen quickly here. Entrepreneurs in the Levant and GCC are often frustrated that their peers …
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Leaders of vaccine rollout, UAE and Israel, deliver world-beating market gains
The race to deliver the jab to the world’s populations has so far been led by a handful of smaller nations, and now they’re outpacing some of the wealthiest countries in the eyes of traders too. The …
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UAE: 5-minute vehicle inspection, licence renewal service
Harat quick services for vehicle inspection, issuance and renewal of licences have achieved 90 per cent of customers’ satisfaction.Data showed that the initiative launched by Sharjah Police has been a …
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Sharjah attracted $220m FDI in 2020
The emirate of Sharjah in the UAE attracted 24 foreign direct investment (FDI) projects worth $220m (Dhs808.6m) in 2020, a Wavteq study has noted. There was a 60 per cent increase in the number of FDI …
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Abu Dhabi: Rory McIlroy edges into one-shot lead over Tyrrell Hatton after day three
Rory McIlroy will take a slender lead over Tyrrell Hatton into the final round of the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship as Justin Thomas made a shock exit.
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