Number of visitors to Qatar rises 31.9 percent in December, says report
DOHA, QATAR - The total number of inbound visitors to the country reached about 519 thousand in December 2023, recording...
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UAE takes part in G20 Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Indonesia
UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan takes part in the G20 Foreign...
- The G20 foreign ministers meeting is keen to tackle global challenges to achieve stability and prosperity
- Such meetings help in promoting international cooperation to achieve sustainable development goals
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Over 4,800 take part in Dubai corporate volunteering program
Over 4,800 employee volunteers participated in Dubai Chamber of Commerce’s 'Give & Gain 2022' initiative. Volunteers dedicated 17,460 hours across...
- Volunteers dedicated 17,460 hours across projects benefitting more than 147,000 individuals
- The month-long event is part of Dubai Chamber of Commerce ENGAGE Dubai corporate volunteering program
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Saudi Esports Federation allies with ASUS Republic of Gamers for Saudi eLeagues
Gamers8, the largest esports and gaming event worldwide, takes place during eight weeks from July 14.
- Gamers8, the largest esports and gaming event worldwide, takes place during eight weeks from July 14
- The event features top esports action alongside a series of festivals, concerts, shows, and more
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Summer break, Eid push up Saudi air ticket prices
The kingdom, which has 15 domestic airports, is witnessing a significant increase in the prices of domestic flights, ranging between...
- Saudi Arabia's domestic airports are witnessing active travel due to the summer break and Eid al-Adha
- There has been an increase in the prices of domestic flights tickets, ranging between 32% to 314%
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Eid: Sharjah Economic Development Department to intensify market campaigns
Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) said it is ready for Eid al-Adha to ensure the safety of markets through the...
- The campaigns carried out by SEDD included all food service establishments, retail and wholesale stores, men's and women's salons, and gold markets.
- These establishments include Al Jubail market, livestock markets and others, in addition to various economic activities that are in great demand at this time.
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ISESCO lists 22 Libyan sites as Islamic world heritage
The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ISESCO) has listed 22 Libyan archaeological sites on the list of heritage...
- The archaeological sites registered and published by the ministry included Murzuq Castle, Qasr al-Hajj and nine mosques in Tripoli.
- At its 10th session, the Heritage Committee of the ISESCO announced the registration of 49 historical sites and cultural elements on the final list.
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17 institutions win Real Estate Excellence Award in Sharjah
The Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department has announced that 17 institutions have won the Real Estate Excellence Award. The awards...
- Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department awards are part of a plan to make the emirate an attractive global destination
- One of the plans are to attract investors and consolidate the emirate's position as a sustainable knowledge economy
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Common Reporting Standards to be mandatory in UAE, says CBUAE
Common Reporting Standards is a global methodology for the automatic exchange of financial accounts and tax-related information with other financial...
- The CRS is a global method for the automatic exchange of accounts with other financial regulatory organizations across the world
- The CBUAE is keen to comply with global standards as part of its mission to enhance monetary policy and financial stability
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Dubai records real estate transactions worth $435 million Wednesday
Dubai real estate market recorded 454 sales transactions worth AED1.24 billion ($337 million), in addition to 96 mortgage deals .of...
- The sales included 436 villas and apartments worth AED1.1 billion, and 18 land plots worth AED148.73 million.
- Mortgages included 92 villas and apartments worth AED206.75 million and four land plots valued at AED52.27 million.
UAE, Japan discuss forming a business council
The council aims to boost cooperation and visits between the business communities in both countries.
- The council aims to boost cooperation and visits between the business communities in both countries
- Secretary-General of the FCCI bin Salem invited Japanese businesses to invest in the UAE and leverage government incentives
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Jordan and Saudi Arabia to boost cooperation, strategic ties
Amman, Jordan— Jordan and Saudi Arabia held discussions on enhancing bilateral cooperation in various fields and boosting strategic ties between...
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Abu Dhabi, Dubai gain as realty prices rise in UAE
The UAE’s real estate market flourished during November as sales in Dubai alone crossed 10,000 transactions, the highest recorded since...
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Participation rises in Sharjah Sustainability Award
SHARJAH, UAE - The Environment and Protected Areas Authority in Sharjah (EPAA) announced an increase in participation in the 11th...
- The breakup of the entries are 311 from university and college students and 174 from school students.
- Nominations were also received in the Distinguished Teacher Award category.
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Dubai Multi Commodities Centre launches DMCC Gaming Centre
Dubai, UAE---Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), which is currently home to more than 50 gaming companies, has launched the DMCC...
- Under the DMCC Gaming Centre, members will have access to the wider esports community through regular events and esports tournaments.
- Members will have the opportunity to join gaming specific acceleration and market entry programmes through DMCC ecosystem partner, AstroLabs.
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GPSSA clarifies conditions of insured individuals
ABU DHABI, UAE - The General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) said that the registration of insured individuals in...
- Emirati nationals should not be less than 18 years old nor over 60.
- Entities operating in the field of tourism and hotels, including in the free zones, who employ Emiratis are all subject to the provisions of the law.