KEZAD Group signs lease agreement with Advanced Petro Services
ABU DHABI, UAE - Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD) Group, the integrated trade, logistics, and industrial hub of Abu...
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Kuwait limits work attendance to 50% amid Omicron surge
Private employers have been told to limit their staff capacity in a manner that would still allow for a smooth...
- Private employers have been told to limit their staff capacity in a manner that would still allow for a smooth workflow
- Conferences and meetings would shift back to video link, while public transport capacity should not exceed 50 percent
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Over 6m cellphone subscriptions in Oman till Nov 2021
During the same period, fixed internet subscriptions totaled 526,367 and the fixed landline subscriptions went up to 577,966.
- During the same period, fixed internet subscriptions totaled 526,367 and the fixed landline subscriptions went up to 577,966
- The period saw the capacity of the internet decrease by 2.6 percent to 1,501,777 megabytes
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Three-day international e-marketing, e-commerce exhibition begins in Riyadh
The President of the Saudi Post Corporation "Sabil" Anf bin Ahmed Abanmi, inaugurated on Monday the Saudi International Exhibition for...
- The concept of creating websites for Electronic platforms and applications in the field of marketing and e-commerce will be a part of the event.
- The exhibition will hold a number of sessions, training courses and free workshops with certificates of attendance, presented by a group of specialists.
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UAE private sector asked to pay employees through Wage Protection System
The UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization (MoHRE) called on private sector establishments to commit to timely paying the...
- Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization asks employers to register and document any agreement with their workers regarding the change of wages through the approved system.
- The UAE has been the pioneer in launching the WPS, which, since its implementation in 2009, has been praised by the International Labor Organization.
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UAE and Mexico discuss parliamentary cooperation
Dr. Tariq Humaid Al Tayer, Head of the Emirati-Latin American and North American Parliaments Friendship Committee of the Federal National...
- Both sides discussed ways of boosting the parliamentary cooperation between the UAE and Mexico, by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
- Al Tayer lauded the advancing bilateral relations between the two countries, which were established in 1975
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Biggest MENA steel event begins at Expo Centre Sharjah
The exhibition highlights state-of-the-art innovations of more than 400 world-leading brands from 30 countries
- The 4-day event is organized by the Expo Centre Sharjah with the support of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry
- The event would display modern technologies in metal forming, laser systems for metal cutting, steel fabrication machines
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UAE warns public against flouting Covid-19 measures, spreading rumors
The Federal Agency said that irresponsible behavior which derails UAE's anti-COVID steps will be punishable by law.
- The Federal Emergency Crisis and Disasters Prosecution says such actions are punishable under law.
- The prosecution urged community members and social media users to act responsibly when sharing or circulating COVID-19-related news.
Business
Silal picks new CEO
Alameri has 20 years of experience in leading management positions across key economic sectors.
- Alameri will work to drive the company's strategic growth, harness leading capabilities and deploy advanced technology to secure strategic food reserves
- The responsibility of ensuring access to safe, nutritious and high-quality food for citizens and residents of the UAE will also lie with the CEO
Geostrategy
Dubai provides more safeguards for people with special needs or disabilities
Dubai has issued a law that seeks to include the people with special needs or disabilities---known as the people of...
- Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed issues new law that sets forth the rights of people with disabilities and the services that relevant entities should provide them.
- The law also outlines the tasks and responsibilities of government entities in implementing the law.
Business
MoHRE of UAE asks employers to pay wages via WPS
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has asked private sector establishments to pay the wages of their workers...
- The WPS enables employers to fulfill their obligations towards their workers in the easiest way through the strategic partnership with the Central Bank
- MoHRE provides the 'Statement of Account' service to the establishments registered with it on a monthly basis
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Iran signs contract with Russia to supply it with 40 turbines
Tehran, Iran— Iran announced Sunday a contract with Russia to supply it with 40 turbines to help its gas industry amid...
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Qatar throws open new hotels, resorts to host football fans
Doha, Qatar— Qatar Tourism has thrown open more than 20 hotels, resorts and new tourist destinations in the country ahead...
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Qatar’s General Tax Authority launches digital tax stamp
The authority said that digital tax stamps are distinctive marks in the form of a physical label or digital code...
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QatarEnergy partners with Shell in North Field South expansion project
The agreement gives Shell an effective net participating stake of 9.375 percent in the NFS project, out of a 25...
- The agreement gives Shell an effective net participating stake of 9.375 percent in the NFS project, out of a 25 percent interest available for international partners
- The North Field Expansion Project, comprising NFS and the North Field East (NFE) expansion projects, is the industry's largest-ever LNG project
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Private sector plays key role in FIFA Cup projects
There is a need for concerted efforts by citizens and residents to make this global event a success, Sheikh Khalifa...
- Qatar has become a leading global investment destination, says Qatar Chamber Chairman Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al-Thani
- The World Cup Qatar 2022 will leave a unique imprint in the history of the FIFA World Cup, he says, adding that Qatari economy is expected to grow by 4.9%
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DTC Abu Dhabi-UNESCO study on pandemic impact ‘useful’ in plugging gaps
Abu Dhabi, UAE - The Culture Summit Abu Dhabi began in the UAE capital with discussions on the impact of...
- Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi, Minister of Culture and Youth, said, “If an issue happens in Brazil or Iraq or Syria, it affects us as well."
- The Culture Summit brings together the public, private, government and academic sector to find such practical policies on the ground.