- Amman, Jordan--Jordan and Oman have signed a raft of agreements to boost direct investment in both the countries. The first memorandum of understanding (MoU), which was signed by the ministries of investment of Jordan and Oman's ministry of trade, industry, and investment promotion, called for cooperation between the two parties...
Apple to make changes to App Store in Europe
iPhone users can download alternative app stores.CBUAE cancels license of First Insurance Brokers Company
ABU DHABI, UAE - The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has cancelled the license of First Insurance Brokers Company (First Insurance), an insurance company operating in the UAE. CBUAE struck First Insurance’s name off the Register, pursuant to Article 22 (2) of the Board of Directors Resolution No.15 of...Dubai Land Department calls for engaging accredited valuation offices
DUBAI, UAE – The Dubai Land Department (DLD) is committed to providing property owners with easily accessible resources to reinforce transparency within the real estate market and promote adherence to relevant laws and regulations. The official list of accredited companies and valuation offices is available on DLD’s official website (dubailand.gov.ae)...Investcorp to float IPO
The listing of shares on ADX is set for November 17.Tough laws, quotas may plug GCC gender gap
Despite being the most educated demographic, women in the region have the lowest employment rates. it is crucial to incorporate women into non-traditional sectors to facilitate the GCC's shift towards a post-oil economy.UAE’s FNC highlights role of parliaments in addressing climate change
RABAT, MOROCCO - UAE's Federal National Council (FNC) highlighted the critical role of parliaments in addressing the repercussions of climate change, by passing laws that preserves the environment and promote the use of clean energy. The FNC's Parliamentary Division made this statement during the intervention by Aisha Mohammed Al Mulla,...UAE Federal Tax Authority carries out 9,500 inspections in H1 2022
The Federal Tax Authority expanded its efforts in collaboration with various government departments, ministries and authorities to protect consumers from non-compliant products, combat tax evasion and ensure compliance with tax laws and procedures.UAE to raise 2022 federal budget spending by $334.9m
The UAE will raise its 2022 federal budget spending by an additional Dh1.23 billion ($334.9 million), according to the Federal National Council (FNC)Winners for Kuwait’s municipal council polls announced
The winners for the 13th Legislative session in Kuwait's eight constituencies were announced Saturday on Kuwait State Television. The Judges announced 10 winners and members of the new municipal council, and they are: The winner in the first constituency is Hasan Kamal with 2,755 of the votes. The winner in...NEOM will be subject to Saudi sovereignty and rules: Report
Saudi Arabia has rejected claims that its planned futuristic megacity known as NEOM will have different rules from the rest of the kingdom and function like a "country within a country". Media reports said that in an interview published last week by the UAE's The National newspaper, Andrew McEvoy, head...New UAE app predicts which cheque will bounce
ChequeScore is an app released by the UAE government-owned Al Etihad Credit Bureau, and can predict the possibility of a cheque bouncing.Thousands of mourners take part in rabbi’s funeral in Israel
An estimated three quarters of a million ultra-Orthodox Jews attended the funeral Sunday of influential rabbi Chaim Kanievsky, known to followers as the "Prince of Torah", with Israeli authorities warning of dangers from massive overcrowding.2021 recap: UAE startups lead MENA region
As the startup ecosystem takes off in the MENA region, TRENDS helps experts deliver valuable advice for entrepreneurs.UAE issues first civil marriage license for non-Muslim couple
The UAE issued its first civil marriage license for a non-Muslim couple, state media reported Monday, as the Gulf country seeks to keep its edge over regional competitors. The United Arab Emirates -- where foreigners make up 90 percent of the approximately 10-million population -- has been amending its laws...Three laws introduced in UAE after the biggest-ever amendments
The UAE has introduced three new economic laws, with the government saying these laws underwent the largest legislative amendments of their kind in the history of the country. Approved last month by Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, the amendments were made to more than 40...UAE forms new authority for identity, citizenship
DUBAI: The UAE on Tuesday announced a new Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security, which will be responsible for regulating the affairs of citizenship, passports, entry and residence of foreigners in the country. Its other responsibilities include promoting ports, borders and free zones' security, raising their efficiency...Saudi Arabia to improve labor quality
Saudi Arabia will start giving out professional licenses from next year in order to improve the quality of its domestic labor. To begin with, sixteen professions will receive the mandatory license in a phased manner.Saudi Arabia arrests 12,000 foreign violators of various laws
In a wide crackdown on those violating various laws of the kingdom, Saudi Arabia has arrested more than 12,000 violators of residency, work and border security systems in one week, according to an official report.Mohammed bin Rashid sets up Dubai Academic Health Corporation
The new set-up will advance health services in Dubai through a new academic system It will integrate healthcare, medical education, and scientific research The ruler of Dubai, and vice president and prime minister of the UAE, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has set up a new health body...Saudia Arabia to amend administrative penalties for tax law violations
The changed laws are also expected to support tax registrants and help them fulfil their tax obligations





















