Dubai Exports has launched the ‘Exporters Gateway,’ a knowledge platform that provides vital economic and trade data for the UAE and Dubai as well as information on the most sought-after UAE products. …
( read original story …)
SoftBank invests $200 million in Abu Dhabi fund for European start-ups
The fund will help Abu Dhabi’s state investment company … people briefed on the deal told the Financial Times which first reported the news. Mubadala announced in June that it would create the $400 …
( read original story …)
Marriott International : Four Points By Sheraton Sharjah Celebrates Its Official Opening.
Four Points By Sheraton Sharjah Celebrates Its Official Opening. Four Points by Sheraton Sharjah, part of Marriott International, celebrated its official opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Febr…
( read original story …)
UAE signs major missile deals with US giant Raytheon
Some $3.2 billion in deals have been signed between the oil-rich state and western companies at the expo, set to run through Thursday, state-run WAM news agency said. The UAE, long a key ally of the U…
( read original story …)
New Dubai coffee hub aims to see $100m annual trade
Projected to handle up to 20,000 tonnes of green coffee bean annually – with an estimated annual trade value of around AED367 million ($100 million) – the centre is set to attract new trade flows to D…
( read original story …)
Naomi Osaka throws down gauntlet to star-studded Dubai field
Tennis fans in Dubai are in for a treat this week as nine of the world’s top 10 women players do battle in the city to claim the Duty Free Championship crown, which starts today. Arab News picks out l…
( read original story …)
Abu Dhabi arms fair opens amid Yemen war criticism
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — A biennial arms fair has opened in the United Arab Emirates as the country faces increasing scrutiny over its involvement in the Saudi-led war in Yemen. While th…
( read original story …)
Dubai airport disrupted after reported drone sightings
Flights at Dubai International Airport, one of the busiest in the world, were disrupted on Friday after sightings of a drone flying nearby. The airport told the AP news agency that it halted flights f…
( read original story …)
British man detained in UAE details abuse over Qatar shirt
16 Feb 2019 16:42 GMT Ali Issa Ahmad wore a Qatar shirt to the team’s group match against Iraq in Abu Dhabi [Suhaib Salem/Reuters] Ali Issa Ahmad, who was charged last month for making false statement…
( read original story …)
Dubai’s RTA opens main bridge leading to Expo 2020 site
Expo 2020 will attract about 25 million visitors, 70 percent of those from abroad. Subscribe to Arabian Business’ newsletter to receive the latest breaking news and business stories in Dubai,the UAE a…
( read original story …)
Dubai Investments buys extra 66% stake in pharma firm
Dubai Investments has announced the acquisition of an additional 66 percent stake in Globalpharma. Following the acquisition, made through Dubai Investments Industries, the pharmaceuticals company wil…
( read original story …)
Qatar football shirt row Briton ‘leaves UAE custody’
A British man who was detained in the United Arab Emirates after reportedly being assaulted when he wore a Qatar football team shirt to a match has “left custody”, the BBC understands. Ali Issa Ahmad, …
( read original story …)
Dubai hotel rates squeezed as supply expands ahead of Expo 2020
Despite this, demand – measured by room nights sold – grew for the fourth consecutive month. Subscribe to Arabian Business’ newsletter to receive the latest breaking news and business stories in Dubai …
( read original story …)
Abu Dhabi hosting 6th Ocean Summit
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) will host the sixth and biggest edition of the World Ocean Summit at the St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort in Abu Dhabi from 5 to 7 March 2019. The hosting marks the very …
( read original story …)
Deal signed to add Carrefour to Town Square Dubai mega project
Subscribe to Arabian Business’ newsletter to receive the latest breaking news and business stories in Dubai,the UAE and the GCC straight to your inbox.
( read original story …)
Dubai Airport flights delayed ‘after drones spotted in airspace’
Dubai Airport, one of the busiest in the world … We’ll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story. Please check back regularly for updates on this develo…
( read original story …)
Race to Dubai finale to offer world’s richest golf prize
“With the revised prize money breakdown and the extra Race to Dubai points in place for 2019, this provides a tremendous incentive for our players.” Subscribe to Arabian Business’ newsletter to receiv…
( read original story …)