The visas currently under process, even those in the last stages of completion, will also be valid for two years only, UAQ Free Zone tells its members.

The European Union has shown interest to be part of the process of decentralization in Iraq and in this regard it is working in partnership with the Iraqi ministry of planning and other bodies in order to enhance activity in five sectors of the economy.

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has hosted a webinar in cooperation with Al Etihad Credit Bureau (AECP) to discuss the importance of AECP credit report and score for SME businesses.

The company raised $1.017 billion in IPO on the DFM.

The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) hosted the first edition of the CyberEnergy Leadership Forum (CELF) in Abu Dhabi. Over 117 experts from government, semi-government and private sector gathered to discuss best practices to enhance the cyber resilience of the energy sector in the UAE and globally.

Muscat, Oman---The government of Oman issued Treasury Bills worth Omani Riyal 40 million (US$103 million) for a period of 91 days. The average accepted price reached RO 99.419 for every RO 100, and the minimum accepted price arrived at RO 99.270 per RO 100. Treasury Bills are short-term highly secured...

The National Center for Government Resources Systems (NCGR) launched its comprehensive strategy (2022-2025).

Brandishing banners and Iraqi flags, the non-partisan protesters streamed into west Baghdad's al-Nusoor square, demanding a complete political overhaul. Demonstrators shouted the Arab Spring slogan: "The people want the fall of the regime."

The two rival administrations competing for control of Libya have exchanged blame for the flare-up in violence killing 23 people as fears mount that a political crisis could touch off a major new armed conflict. Small arms fire and explosions rocked several districts of the capital overnight and into Sunday.

The 30-month UAE government contract is worth $83.31m.

Terming the Israeli closure of seven Palestinian NGOs in the West Bank as not acceptable, the foreign ministries of nine European countries have said they are deeply concerned by a 'worrying reduction' of space for civil society in the territory.

Supporters of cleric and political kingmaker Moqtada Sadr are pitted against Shiite opponents from a pro-Iran faction called the Coordination Framework.

Denying holding the American nationals captive, including journalist Austin Tice, the Syrian government has responded to US President Jo Biden's assertion that he knew 'with certainty' that Tice was being held by the Syrian regime, calling on Damascus to help bring him home.

A total of 46 judges' sackings have been revoked, administrative court spokesman Imed Ghabri said, adding that the appeals of seven others had been rejected.

A cabinet meeting in Jordan discussed ways of implementing the "roadmap" in accordance with the time frame set by the government.

Violence erupted in Iraq's autonomous Kurdistan region when security forces fired tear gas and rubber-coated bullets Saturday into crowds of anti-government protesters demanding better living conditions, an end to corruption and authoritarian practices by the local government.

A top official from Iraq's Sadrist movement called Tuesday on followers who have occupied parliament for four days to move their protest outside, as calls mount for dialogue between political rivals. Supporters of powerful preacher Moqtada Sadr -- whose political bloc in October won the largest share of seats in...

Supporters of Iraqi cleric Moqtada Sadr penetrated Baghdad's heavily fortified Green Zone on Saturday, occupying parliament with no plan to leave. It is the second time in days that Sadr supporters have forced their way in to the legislative chamber, months after elections that failed to lead to formation of...

The storming of Iraq's parliament by hundreds of supporters of populist Shiite cleric Moqtada Sadr has piled pressure on his political opponents working to form a government nearly 10 months after an election.

The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has completed electronic linking procedures with the Saudi Center for Economic Business through the “Tanfeeth” program. This program aims to directly link the technical systems of government agencies and banks operating in the kingdom through the Saudi Central Bank in a way that contributes to...

The UAE delegation to the 2022 High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) at the United Nations (UN) Headquarters in New York, presented the second edition of the UAE’s National Voluntary Review Report.

Twitter is challenging the Indian government's orders to block content on its social media site in court, local media reported Wednesday citing legal documents. The suit is the latest showdown between Twitter and Indian authorities, which have been accused of muzzling criticism both on and offline. In the case filed...

Libyans angered by rising prices, chronic power cuts and political deadlock planned further demonstrations Monday after a night of angry protests across the capital. Masked youths set alight car tires and blocked roads including a major coastal highway between central Tripoli and its western suburbs, but security forces did not...

The 66-year-old billionaire, who had been widely expected to keep his job, secured 54 votes during parliamentary consultations, giving him a clear edge over other potential nominees.

The UAE government has announced it will issue a dual-tranche US dollar benchmark size bonds with a 10-year tranche and a 30-year Formosa tranche. The 10-year tranche will be listed on London Stock Exchange (LSE) and Nasdaq Dubai, and the 30-year tranche will be listed on London Stock Exchange (LSE),...

Representatives of the Tripoli-based High Council of State and of the parliament, based in eastern Libya, began meetings in Cairo more than a week ago, but without success.

Israel's government suffered a defeat at the hands of the opposition Monday which voted down a push to uphold Israeli law in settlements on the occupied West Bank, posing a challenge to the ruling coalition. In force since Israel's 1967 occupation of the West Bank the law, giving settlers in...

Germany's government and conservative opposition have agreed a deal that will release 100 billion euros ($107 billion) to modernise the army in the face of the Russian threat. An agreement was reached late Sunday to create a special fund for military procurement that will also allow Berlin to achieve NATO's...

A Dubai Government delegation that visited Dubai Customs was briefed about the department’s experience in budgeting, internal control, and best practices in future foresight and government innovation. Through these visits, Dubai Customs supports its strategic relationships with its partners and builds effective, value-added relationships that contribute to enhancing the corporate...

State Department spokesman Ned Price said: "We urge those elected and the country's political leaders to heed the Lebanese people's call for change and to work seriously, and with urgency, to take the necessary actions to rescue the economy,"

Government sector employers are mandated to bear full contributions due from the insured in cases where he/she is accompanying a spouse for study leave

Losses came in at 3.9 billion dirhams ($1.1 billion) in the 2021-2022 financial year to March, with revenues up 91 percent, as the airline expanded its global capacity and reinstated flights, Emirates said in a statement.

Saied in July last year sacked the government and suspended parliament, prompting fears for democratic gains a decade after Tunisia’s revolution which sparked the Arab Spring uprisings.

The flagship carrier’s chairman, Ahmed Al Maktoum was reported to have announced plans by Emirates to repay 15 billion dirhams ($4.1 billion) in pandemic-related support to the Dubai government

Israeli air strikes near Damascus on Wednesday killed 10 combatants, among them six Syrian soldiers, in the deadliest such raid since the start of 2022, a war monitor said. Government media in Syria confirmed four casualties in the strikes, on which Israel did not comment.

The holiday will last till the third day of the month of Shawwal, which is yet to be declared.

King Abdullah stressed that maintaining calm requires Israel to respect the historical and legal status quo in Al Aqsa Mosque.

The invasion of Ukraine was a major wake-up call globally for both governments and private firms. Small-to-medium businesses need to be cautious too as the number of cyberattacks against them has increased by 150 percent in past two years. It's time to bolster the cyber defenses, he adds.

Blockchain expert Kim Grauer offers insights into why people fall prey to scammers, how they can protect their crypto assets and recover the pilfered digital currency.

Kuwait's government resigned on Tuesday, three months after it was sworn in, state media reported, amid escalating disputes with parliament. The move comes a day ahead of a parliamentary vote on a letter of non-cooperation, which 10 lawmakers submitted against the premier.

Emirati entrepreneurs and national enterprises in Dubai won contracts worth AED 921.6 million ($250 million) from various local and federal government entities, semi-government bodies and private businesses in 2021 as part of the Government Procurement Programme (GPP). The value of the contracts was three percent higher than the AED 896.7...

The privatization move will also help the regional governments in maintaining better economic growth, increasing private participation and attracting foreign investments.

Moscow is currently recruiting thousands of fighters in Syria, from the regular army and from militia groups, to be put on standby for possible deployment in Ukraine.

Under the agreement, a 100MW solar plant will be built in Tunisia.

Bahrain government has launched a health scheme, “Medic in Every Home”, aimed at extending health services and reaching out to people. The project aims to enhance Bahrain’s rating on the third and fourth Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), increase the survival rate for the injured and reach out to the largest...

The investment spans several sectors including e-commerce, financial technology, education and transportation

The company will provide enhanced managed services to the UAE government.

The data was released on Thursday, February 10, by the country’s General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT).

The UN's humanitarian coordinator for war-torn Yemen said he held constructive talks with government officials and Houthi rebels over dealing with the threat posed by a rusting oil tanker abandoned offshore.

The new tax -- to be implemented in the UAE from 1 June 2023 -- comes at a time when speculations are rife that other Gulf countries might also impose taxes on economic sectors.