Qatar strikes new 15-year 3 mtpa LNG supply deal with Kuwait
Qatar agreed on Monday to supply Kuwait with 3 million tons per annum (mtpa) of liquefied natural gas (LNG) for...
Record high Gold prices amidst expected September FED rate cut
Gold prices continued to notch new records Wednesday, lifted by increasing conviction that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates...
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Upcoming Jewels of Emirates Show set to be largest in its history
Sharjah, UAE - The upcoming fourth edition of the Jewels of Emirates Show, the UAE’s first of its kind showcasing...
- The expansive show space will host hundreds of distinguished brands, offering a broad display of the latest fashion lines.
- More than just a showcase for luxury items, the show will provide a platform for cultural exchange, highlighting the Emirati heritage.
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SCCI discusses trade with Guatemalan, Indonesian delegations
SHARJAH, UAE - The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has discussed strengthening trade and economic ties with diplomatic...
- The discussions focused on amplifying bilateral relations in industry, agriculture, food security, livestock and broadening trade exchanges.
- SCCI invited Indonesian businessmen to visit Sharjah to see the progress on existing projects and experience the facilities the emirate offers.
Science
Environment ministry reclassifies 64 air quality monitoring stations in UAE
DUBAI, UAE - As part of the Year of Sustainability initiative, UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has...
- The reclassification is consistent with the UAE's commitment to upholding the highest environmental and climate standards.
- All government entities involved in managing and operating air quality monitoring stations cooperated in reclassifying 64 stations.
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Art Dubai 2023 generates US$39m in economic impact, says new study
DUBAI, UAE - Art Dubai, the leading international art fair for the Middle East and Global South, on Sunday announced...
- The study showed that Art Dubai 2023 attracted a staggering 23,500 hotel nights bookings to Dubai.
- The event had the strongest-ever participation of regional and international institutional representatives.
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Dubai Police ink deal with UAE Hockey Federation
DUBAI, UAE - The Athletes Council at Dubai Police and the UAE Hockey Federation signed an agreement (MoU) to enhance...
- The MoU demonstrates the mutual keenness of Dubai Police and the UAE Hockey Federation to strengthen cooperation in sports.
- The Athletes Council of Dubai Police will collaborate with the UAE Hockey Federation to share ideas and initiatives.
Geostrategy
UAE to implement support scheme for low-income farm owners
DUBAI, UAE - The Ministry of Community Development and Etihad Water & Electricity have announced the implementation mechanism of the...
- The support aims to reduce the financial burden related to electricity bills, as part of an integrated and holistic approach to help low-income families in UAE.
- Beneficiaries can check the monthly support amount by referring to their farms’ consumption bill through Etihad Water & Electricity’s service channels.
Geostrategy
UAE discusses clean energy partnerships with Germany, Netherlands
ABU DHABI, UAE - A senior UAE official of the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) visited Germany and the...
- Over 11,500 decision-makers, energy ministers and CEOs from over 100 countries participated in the World Hydrogen Summit 2023 in Netherlands.
- A senior UAE official provided an overview of the country's energy transition, with a focus on its hydrogen industry.
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MoFAIC, Burjeel Holdings ink MoU on healthcare services
ABU DHABI, UAE - UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MoFAIC) and Burjeel Holdings have signed a Memorandum...
- MoFAIC said that it seeks to enhance the quality of life via comprehensive and proactive health and therapeutic services.
- Burjeel Holdings said their healthcare professionals are committed to ensuring the well-being of MoFAIC's employees.
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UAE bank investments at all-time-high of $147 bn in February
Abu Dhabi, UAE - Bank investments in the UAE hit $147 billion by the end of February, the highest level...
- Held-to-maturity securities accounted for 42.5 percent of the total investments, reaching $52.4 billion
- The bank stock investments reached $3.3 billion in February, a rise of approximately 1.7 percent
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UAE ministry hosts discussion on poultry industry, food security
DUBAI, UAE - UAE Ministry of Climate Change and the Environment (MOCCAE) on Tuesday organized the second National Dialogue for...
- The National Dialogue for Food Security, organized by MOCCAE, aims to discuss topics that contribute to enhance food security for UAE.
- The dialogue was also attended by poultry industry experts and representatives of various federal and local government entities.
Qatar strikes new 15-year 3 mtpa LNG supply deal with Kuwait
Qatar agreed on Monday to supply Kuwait with 3 million tons per annum (mtpa) of liquefied natural gas (LNG) for...
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Dubai real estate market records $925 million in daylong transactions
Dubai, UAE -- Dubai's real estate market recorded 510 sales transactions worth AED1.36 billion on Tuesday, in addition to 210...
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Alef Group announces US$84m sales transaction at ACRES 2024
SHARJAH, UAE - Alef Group concluded its participation in the ACRES Real Estate Exhibition 2024 with resounding success, generating significant...
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Saudi GACA issues air carrier, airport classifications for December 2023
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) issued its monthly classification index for air transport service...
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Palestinians count cost of Israel’s West Bank raid
Palestinians held funerals and assessed the damage of a days-long Israeli raid in the occupied West Bank, where violence has...
- Mourners threw flowers over those killed and masked gunmen fired in the air as the funeral procession made its way through Tulkarem refugee camp..
- Israel's military said they searched around 1,000 buildings around Tulkarem and interrogated hundreds of people, arresting dozens of them.
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Qatar real estate trading volume reaches US$91m between January 7-11
DOHA, QATAR - The volume of real estate trading in sales contracts at the Department of Real Estate Registration at...
- Total sales contracts for residential units in the Real Estate Bulletin from January 7 to January 11 were US$15 million.
- The volume of real estate trading in sales contracts from December 31, 2023 to January 4, 2024, exceeded US$222 million.
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Emirates to recruit 5,000 crew members in 2024
DUBAI, UAE – Emirates will hire 5,000 people as it awaits the arrival of its fleet of Airbus A350s.The airline is...
- The airline is inviting fresh graduates with internships or part-time jobs on their résumés.
- It is inviting individuals keen to embark on an exciting career travelling the globe. .