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Dubai’s Route 2020 metro extension ‘70% complete’
Dubai’s transport authority on Saturday announced that its Route 2020 project, which is the extension of the Red Line of Dubai Metro to the Expo 2020 site, has reached 70 percent completion. Dubai Roa…
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Sharjah appoints operator for three luxury retreats
Al Faya Lodge in Mleiha is one of three retreats to be operated by Shaza. Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has appointed Shaza Hotels to manage three high-end retreats in the emi…
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Abu Dhabi city guide: Where to eat, drink, shop and stay in the UAE capital
Don’t come to Abu Dhabi expecting Dubai. The two desert cities are only 90 minutes’ drive apart (although plans are afoot to link them by train), but couldn’t be more different in vibe. There’s a slow …
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Mario Mola edges out Alex Yee in World Triathlon Abu Dhabi thriller
A solid start – and that position potentially significantly enhanced by the news that cycling powerhouse Kristian Blummenfelt (NOR) was 4 seconds behind him. Could that offer the ultimate ‘BluTrain’ b…
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How Dubai plans to bolster SMEs, strengthen economy
Last week, Dubai’s government announced plans to expedite payments … according to the UAE’s state-run WAM news agency. Additionally, the plan calls for a reduction of insurance costs for SMEs from t…
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15 years on: the impact of Dubai International Financial Centre
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has cemented its position as the top financial hub in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia region (MEASA) with a record-breaking 12 months. As it enters …
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Residents go green in Muhaisnah, Dubai
Image Credit: Clint Egnert/Gulf News Dubai: Coming from Kerala, Janis Parveez was always used to cultivating her own fruit and vegetables at home, but when she moved to Dubai there was little …
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Is the UAE learning a valuable lesson on school fees?
Trefor Murphy, CEO of Dubai-based recruitment consultancy Cooper Fitch, told Arabian Business in an interview last month that corporate restructures, which, more often than not, result in job losses, …
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UAE paving way for more women in business world
UAE – There is nothing strange about when it comes to opportunities and support for women, the UAE leads the region. Innumerable initiatives taken by the UAE government to narrow the gender gap have p…
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Paras Shahdadpuri to chair business leaders forum – BLF UAE
Paras Shahdadpuri, a veteran in the India – UAE business scenario has taken over as the President of Business Leaders Forum (BLF) – UAE w.e.f. March 1, in the presence of HE Shri Vipul Consul General …
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UAE marks IWD with pomp, flair and a strong message
The women in the UAE have come to occupy prominent positions at the core of our country’s political, economic, business, and social establishments. They are now ambassadors, ministers, members and the …
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Opinion: how do we solve the UAE’s school fees conundrum?
As with any business, schools largely compete on quality … strive to improve quality does not come without a cost,” Rosamund Marshall, CEO of Dubai-based education provider Taaleem says. “To attract …
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Delivery Hero acquires Zomato’s UAE business for $120Mn
In a deal that would give Zomato adequate war chest to take on its cash rich rival Swiggy, the company has sold its UAE business to German food delivery brand Delivery Hero. The deal has been …
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Women empowered by UAE: KT speaks to women workers
The UAE has empowered me and gives me hope to move on and build … It gives us a chance to have a dream and then the means to achieve it.” “I want to open my own business one day and contribute to th…
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Whisper Is The Top Rated Mattress Supplier Delivering Products in 24 hours in Dubai and UAE
(MENAFN – GetNews) Dubai, UAE – Whisper is the top rated mattress supplier serving the comfort needs of homes and hospitality business owners in and around Dubai, UAE. Having made a name in the …
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Sharjah turns to history to forge future tourism success
The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) will revive the original identity of traditional heritage areas of Sharjah under the Heart of Sharjah initiative. Under the patronage of Shar…
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