Lieutenant Saud Al Shaiba, spokesperson for the Traffic and Patrol Department, told Gulf News that Sharjah Police issued fines to 12,871 people who were caught jaywalking in the emirate till May this year. However, only five people have been fined since …
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DWTC events drive Dh12.7bn in economic value for Dubai
“DWTC’s priorities are firmly aligned with UAE Vision 2021, the nation’s economic diversification strategy and the 2017 Economic Impact Assessment is testament to DWTC’s success as a MICE entity that enhances the value of business tourism to Dubai …
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UAE universities on the rise in new global ranking
As the UAE’s flagship university, UAEU offers a full range of accredited graduate and undergraduate programs through nine colleges – Business and Economics; Education; Engineering; Food and Agriculture; Humanities and Social Sciences; IT; Law …
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UAE starts negotiations for more Emirates flights to Canada
At the time, it was alleged that the request was rejected due to lobbying by flag carrier Air Canada over fears that Emirates Airlines, in particular, would engage in predatory business behaviour that funnels travellers to connect through Dubai on their …
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Dubai hot destination for FDIs
THANKS to its enviable business climate, Dubai is fast becoming hot destination for foreign direct investments (FDIs), especially in tech industries and new technologies. Shaikh Hamdan Bin Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman …
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UAE to boost troop presence in Afghanistan for training: officials
KABUL (Reuters) – Afghanistan has accepted an offer from the United Arab Emirates to boost its presence in training Afghan forces fighting Islamist insurgents, senior government officials said, as Kabul seeks to improve ties with majority-Muslim nations.
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Dubai school fee freeze a considerate decision, parents say
Ashraf Biddah, who also has three children in Dubai, said the news filled him with joy. “I am currently the director manager of eForce Engineering Consultancies and am responsible for two of my children who go to university and a daughter in secondary …
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Dubai foundation reaches out to 69m people in 68 countries
Dubai: Global and domestic aid spending by the Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) increased from Dh1.5 billion in 2016 to Dh1.8 billion in 2017, a new report has revealed. أطلقنا اليوم تقرير الأعمال …
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Dubai approves stimulus plan, slashing aviation fees
Dubai slashed aviation and municipality fees as part of initiatives aimed at lowering corporate and government charges to boost economic growth, creating jobs and making it easier to do business in the emirate. Under the new measures approved on Wednesday …
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Dubai stimulus to ease cost of living
The latest series of stimulus initiatives, including the reduction and cancellation of some government fees, which Dubai unveiled on Wednesday has been well-timed and will go a long way in fuelling economic growth and improving the business environment …
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NMC reveals new three-category system for influencer law in UAE
On Sunday, many Dubai influencers were sent emails – which Gulf News has had access to – from influencer management agencies, urging them to join the agency and avoid the worry of licensing fees. These agencies, once officially registered with the NMC …
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UAE-Saudi council to help counter regional threats
a UAE economic expert and specialist in economic and social development in the UAE and the GCC countries, told Gulf News. The UAE and Saudi Arabia have announced a joint vision for economic, developmental and military integration through 44 joint strategic …
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UAE’S economic reboot faces an immovable deadline in 2020
Frank Kane is an award-winning business journalist based in Dubai. Twitter: @frankkanedubai. Disclaimer: Views expressed by writers in this section are their own and do not necessarily reflect Arab News’ point-of-view
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UAE, Saudi hold first meeting of the two-nation council
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have held the first meeting of their new military and trade alliance that is separate from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Mohammed bin …
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Saudi Arabia, UAE hold first meeting of 2-nation council
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia – Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have held the first-ever meeting of their Saudi-Emirati Coordination Council, created amid a diplomatic dispute now affecting a wider regional bloc of Gulf Arab nations. Saudi Crown Prince …
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New film highlights ‘Made in the UAE’ manufacturing drive
The 22-minute film showcases how businesses such as Unilever are contributing to Dubai’s Industrial Strategy which is expected to lead to an increase of GDP by 25 percent by 2025, state news agency WAM reported. The film takes viewers behind the scenes …
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UAE law changes provides a new dawn for foreign investors
“Longevity of residence is going to be a game-changer as the population’s historically transient nature gives way to semi-permanency,” he tells Arabian Business. On intellectual ownership: “The UAE is ahead of the curve in the region with regards …
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