DUBAI: Abu Dhabi consumer price inflation more than doubled in January as the UAE introduced a 5 percent value-added tax, with a weak real estate market preventing inflation from increasing even further, official data showed on Wednesday. Annual inflation …
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Where to find the best government service in Dubai
Dubai: The government of Dubai has ranked its services, and has revealed where customers can find the best customer service in the emirate. Smart Dubai ranked government services for 2017 and based the results on the Happiness Metre, a gauge that measures …
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UAE economy most diversified of all oil-based nations, UN environment chief says
Plans were also announced last year for the world’s largest concentrated solar power project to be implemented in Dubai. The largest single-site project will generate 700 megawatts of power when completed, state news agency WAM reported. Depending on …
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Under The Leadership Of HE Razan Al Mubarak, Abu Dhabi Launches The Arabic Translation Of The Natural Capital Protocol
Hosted by the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Group (ADSG), the fourth annual Abu Dhabi Sustainable Business Leadership Forum started in the capital today, bringing together some of the greatest names and companies at the forefront of sustainable business across …
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‘Wastenizer’ in homes, communities to turn Dubai waste-free by 2020
Dubai: Dubai is hoping to be the world’s first “waste-free … director of the department, told Gulf News. “This involves a decentralised waste treatment plan for buildings and communities. The project disrupts the conventional waste transportation …
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New rules for UAE social media ‘influencers’
The new guidelines apply to news websites, electronic publishing outlets, and on-demand printing, including commercial activities conducted through social media within the UAE, Mansour Al Mansouri, Director General of the National Media Council …
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Dubai immigration team visits Kerala, Indonesia
In December last year, the UAE Embassy in India told Gulf News that they would open three more consular offices in India. The new offices in Chandigarh, Chennai and Hyderabad will help Indians in those regions to get UAE visas easily as they can avoid …
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Dubai drivers get pleasant surprise from police
Dubai: Ten drivers in Dubai were worried when they were flagged by police despite “following road rules” on Tuesday. Instead of a ticket, however, the drivers received commendation from police for being good and safe drivers. Each driver received the …
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UAE now requires licenses for ‘social media influencers’
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – The United Arab Emirates says it will now require anyone conducting “commercial activities” through social media to register for a government-issued license. The new rules announced Tuesday target so-called “social media …
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Pakistan chases more UAE real estate investors
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Kerala businessman wins $1m Dubai raffle
Dubai: A Kerala businessman who purchased his first ever ticket of Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire promotion online has joined the list of Dubai Duty Free millionaires in the draw held at Terminal 3 of Dubai International Airport on Tuesday. Prabin …
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Sindhi stars to headline Dubai music show
Dubai: Sindhi singers Shafi Fakeer, Shaman Ali Mirali and Farzana Bahar are set to perform live music and Sindhi stage drama on Friday at Pakistan Association Dubai. The gala event is expected to draw a large number of fans from the UAE as well as from …
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Abu Dhabi Ports to upgrade ports and logistics infrastructure
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) and Abu Dhabi Ports have signed a Memorandum of Understanding that agrees they will work together to develop opportunities for Abu Dhabi Ports to upgrade ports, logistics infrastructure and services abroad used by EGA to …
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Dubai Cares launches Dh3.8m Madagascar programme
Dubai: Dubai Cares, part of Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, has partnered with Water & Sanitation for the Urban Poor (WSUP) to improve access to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) facilities in schools in two of Madagascar’s largest …
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Dubai’s luxury market best for long-term investments, says Core Savills
There is strong long-term investment potential in Dubai’s prime segment, reinforced by low taxes and investment costs, according to a new report from Core Savills. According to Core Savills, only a small fraction of residential transactions in 2017 were …
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Warning: Millionaire scams rising in UAE
Dubai: Lotteries are gaining wider popularity these days, especially since social media feeds are teeming with news of UAE expatriates becoming overnight millionaires. However, if you’re one of the avid raffle draw participants, it pays to be vigilant …
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Abu Dhabi Delegation To Attend World Ocean Summit
A delegation from three government entities in Abu Dhabi is going to take part in the World Ocean Summit, WOS, to be held in Mexico on 7th-9th March 2018. Held under the patronage of President Enrique Pena Nieto of Mexico, the summit will see a number of …
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