DUBAI, UAE - UAE's Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has launched the National Nutrition Strategy 2022-2030 to establish sustainable nutritional systems, provide safe and supportive nutritional environments at all ages and strengthen food governance. The Ministry has also launched the strategy’s operational plan. This comes as part of MoHAP’s...

The Hague, Netherlands—Police have dismantled a huge drugs "super-cartel" that controlled a third of Europe's cocaine trade, arresting 49 people in various countries including six top suspects in Dubai, Europol said Monday. The huge international operation seized 30 tonnes of the drug and also involved arrests in France, Spain, Belgium and...

The summit will bring together data leaders, high-level government officials, entrepreneurs, technologists, scientists and journalists to engage in dialogue on making data a global good.

DUBAI, UAE - Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai has approved the Dubai Countryside and Rural Areas Development Master Plan, spanning an area of 2,216 square kilometers. The Plan seeks to preserve the nature of areas including Lehbab, Margham, Al Marmoom, Al...

DUBAI, UAE - Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has commissioned a new 132/11kV substations in Al Awir First with a transmission capacity of 150 MVA, at a total cost of US$49 million (AED180 million). DEWA also inaugurated a new transmission 400/132kV substation in Jebel Ali First and overhead cables...

The company achieved a gross rental income of $15 million.

DUBAI, UAE - Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), which is listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM), has announced that the company’s second General Assembly meeting will be held physically and virtually on December 12, 2022. The assembly will vote on the recommendation of the Board of Directors to...

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, who is also Dubai’s Higher Committee of Future Technology Development and Digital Economy Chairman, said this while approving the new phase of the Dubai Metaverse Strategy aimed at enhancing the digital economy and implement measures to empower the use of future technologies.

Affirma is in talks with Moelis & Co. on the sale of its minority stake in the company, sources told the agency.

Dubai, the world's busiest airport for international passengers before the Covid-19 pandemic, had 18,455,938 visitors in the three months to September, the biggest number since 17.8 million in the first quarter of 2020. "The growth in passenger traffic has been terrific throughout the year and continues to exceed our expectations...

DMCC Tradeflow is an online platform for registering the ownership of commodities stored in UAE facilities.

Sky Fund I leases aircraft to 14 airline customers.

Riyadh has surpassed all other MENA cities in terms of startup activities with higher literacy rate, faster average broadband speed, a latest report points out

Dubai, known as the 'City of opportunities' for one and all, offers many ways to help individuals become rich and prosperous, including Mahzooz's Weekly Draw.

They would set up UAE's largest aluminum recycling facility.

As the world gears up for the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar, the positive ripple effect is being felt in the business fraternity across the Gulf region, especially in the UAE.

The banks said in two separate regulatory announcements that all assets and liabilities of HSBC Oman will be transferred to Sohar International.

Dubai, UAE -- Dubai real estate market recorded transactions worth AED1.8 billion ($490 million) on Tuesday, Dubai Land Department said. The transactions included 553 sales transactions worth AED1.43 billion, 107 mortgage deals valued at  AED387.11 million and 12 gift deals amounting to AED43.73 million. The sales included 508 villas and...

Firm approved interim dividend payment of US$54m.

Robust property sales helped firm enhance revenue.

A high number of residential and commercial units delivered in 2022 means tenant retention will become more critical, and rental rates across all major assets are expected to rise.

DFM index jumped 0.6 percent, Abu Dhabi index rose 0.1 percent, Saudi Stock Exchange varied as index ended its trading with a fall of 1.7 percent, losing 195.48 points.

The casino would mark a watershed moment for the Gulf region.

Green ammonia, which can be achieved by combining and reacting green hydrogen and nitrogen at high temperatures and pressures, can potentially reduce global carbon emissions and be used within the transportation, power generation and industrial sectors. 

Revenues in H1 of 2022-2023 surged 131% to $13.7 billion.

Dubai, UAE—  The economies of the Gulf Cooperation Council will likely receive a boost from the FIFA 2022 World Cup, as more than 1.2 million fans are expected to attend the event. According to a survey conducted by S&P Ratings, the influx of football fans from around the world will...

Dubai, UAE---Dubai real estate market recorded realty deals worth AED2.2 billion ($598 million) on Tuesday, according to the data by the Dubai Land Department. The deals include 544 sales transactions worth AED1.64 billion, in addition to 78 mortgage deals of AED590.54 million. The sales included 444 villas and apartments worth AED1.01...

"While living in Dubai, and through my performances in the UAE, I found that the culture of tolerance here is a force of immeasurable good, especially since music and arts help better humanity and pave the way for a more peaceful future,” he highlights, referring to his experience during Expo...

DUBAI, UAE - UAE's Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) discussed with the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade ways to boost collaboration, exchange medical expertise and expand partnerships in the pharmaceutical sector between the two countries. The two countries also discussed ways and means to encourage more Russian companies...

DUBAI, UAE - The UAE-India joint technical committee for manpower held its first meeting where it explored areas of collaboration between the two countries. Both parties highlighted their keenness to enhance cooperation to ensure a safe, organized and legal transition of Indian laborers through the exchange of best practices in...

Tens of thousands of cyclists rode down the skyscraper-lined superhighway that meanders through the middle of Dubai on Sunday morning, taking part in the Dubai Fitness Challenge event. In order to ensure safe passage for the cyclists, the RTA closed the road to traffic for nearly five hours.

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has successfully concluded its awareness campaign among customers about its innovative digital services on electricity and water efficiency, reducing wastage and leaks, and following a responsible and sustainable lifestyle.

Members of the UAE-EU Parliamentary Friendship Group of the Federal National Council (FNC), headed by Sarah Mohammed Falkinaz, Chairperson of the Group, met with Alexander Radwan, Member of the German Bundestag.

Dubai, UAE---Dubai real estate market recorded transactions worth AED2.4 billion ($653 million) on Thursday, according to Dubai Land Department. A total of 842 sales transactions worth AED1.96 billion, in addition to 112 mortgage deals of AED487.55 million, and 17 gift deals amounting to AED30.97 billion were recorded during the day....

Dubai, UAE— Dubai has begun to give out multiple-entry tourist visa for "Hayya cardholders" traveling to Doha for the World Cup this month. In this regard, Dubai's General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA)  issued the first 90-day multiple-entry tourist visa to Mohammed Jalal, a Jordanian football fan. This...

Experts attribute the main reasons for the increase in the real estate demand to the UAE government's numerous initiatives and the high income level of investors.

UAE Minister of State for Financial Affairs Mohamed Hadi Al Hussaini met with Director of the Middle East and Central Asia Department at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Dr. Jihad Azour.

DUBAI, UAE - MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer said DEWA had added 300 megawatts of photovoltaic solar energy in 2022 from the fifth phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park using the Independent Power Producer (IPP) model. The Solar...

5G network will help Nedaa provide better services.

Dubai school operator plans to expand its network.

DUBAI, UAE - Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has commissioned 389 11kV substations in Dubai in the third quarter of 2022. This is part of its efforts to deliver state-of-the-art infrastructure according to the highest international standards. These stations are mainly located at Wadi Al Safa Fifth, Al Merkad,...

Strengthening of political, economic and trade relations between China and the Gulf Cooperation Council countries during the past 15 years has also led to a cementing of cultural ties between the two powerhouses.

DUBAI, UAE - The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) to enable exchange of information between the two authorities. The MoU was signed by Chief Executive of the DFSA Ian Johnston and Chairman of the BSEC...

HDC provides special education and care services in S Arabia.

Dubai, UAE--- Dubai real estate market recorded real estate transactions worth AED1.7 billion ($462 million) on Tuesday, Dubai Land Department said. The transactions included 425 sales transactions worth AED1.32 billion, in addition to 71 mortgage deals of AED386.7 million, and 12 gift deals amounting to AED56.77 million. The sales included...

"Negotiations with the European league began eight months ago, and its goal is to involve a club from Dubai in the prestigious tournament, in addition to hosting some matches in the city," said Al Naboodah, the former president of Dubai's Al-Shabab Al-Ahli football club.

DUBAI, UAE - UAE Minister of Climate Change and the Environment Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri participated in the World Food Forum where she spoke about the country's efforts to enhance youth engagement in strengthening food security through innovation and entrepreneurship. The Forum from October 17 to 21 at the headquarters...

Dubai, UAE---A total of 2,703 real estate transactions worth AED8 billion ($2.17 billion) were conducted during the week ending 21 October, 2022, according to the Dubai Land Department (DLD). A total of 147 plots were sold for AED1.12 billion, and 2,023 apartments and villas were purchased for AED4.79 billion. The...

October 30 is expected to be the busiest day with daily traffic exceeding 259,000 passengers.

The UAE capital -- which now boasts 5,325 registered vessels -- is well on its way to become a key hub for the international superyacht industry, says a report