The UAEGD is a standard that provides a framework for the gold sector, in line with international best practices.

Abu Dhabi, UAE----UAE's non-oil foreign trade increased by 19 percent by the end of the third quarter, compared to the same period last year, to reach AED 1.637 trillion ($445 billion), said UAE's Minister of State for Foreign Trade Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, who predicted the trade to...

The financial sanction, amounting to AED1,925,000 ($524,166) followed the findings of an examination conducted by the CBUAE.

Reiterating Dubai's resolve to work in collaboration with its global partners, Ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has affirmed that the city was keen to explore new avenues in order to support global economic growth through the hosting of various exhibitions.

The participating Gulf countries highlight labor reforms to ensure protection of workers at the 17th Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting of ILO in Singapore.

This represents Bombardier’s first full-service facility in UAE.

LONDON, UK - The UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MOEI) and the Transport General Authority (TGA) of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for mutual recognition of maritime certificates issued in the two countries. The move is in line with their shared vision to...

The bank listed the sustainable sukuk on Nasdaq Dubai.

The Advanced Technology Research Council, Faisal Al Bannai said, has 6 main research areas, including health, food, transportation and space sector.

Sheikh Mohamed and President Herzog confirmed the importance of boosting UAE-Israel cooperation in the space sector.

Abu Dhabi, UAE— The UAE President Sheikh Mohamed and the King of Malaysia Al-Sultan Abdullah have witnessed the signing of a concession agreement between ADNOC and PETRONAS for Abu Dhabi’s Unconventional Onshore Block 1. The award to Malaysia’s national oil and gas company launches the Middle East’s first unconventional oil...

It is possible to take advantage from the discoveries provided by space projects to boost our development for the benefit of humanity. There is an urgent need for closer cooperation among all, especially with regard to issues and challenges facing the planet such as climate change, he adds.

ABU DHABI, UAE - Experts from UK and the UAE participated in a Sci-Tech Virtual Tour of the Emirates science and technology ecosystem. The virtual tour was organized by UAE’s Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MoFAIC), UAE Embassy in London,...

DUBAI, UAE - The Dubai Health Authority recently won the 'Best in Future of Operations' category at the International Data Corporation's (IDC) edition of the IDC Future Enterprise Awards. DHA was recognized as an entity that has successfully rethought the ways in which its operations are managed keeping digital transformation...

The least important factors reportedly are aesthetics of the company such as the logo and website design and positive media presence.

Ending a yearslong estrangement between the two countries, the UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed will arrive in Doha today to mark a fresh beginning in relations between the UAE and Qatar. The visit is expected to deepen bilateral ties between the two 'brotherly' nations.

94.7 percent of 84.58 million barrels imported by Japan originated from five Arab countries: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain and Oman.

Israeli President Isaac Herzog arrived in Bahrain, the first visit by an Israeli head of state to the small Gulf kingdom since the two countries normalized relations in 2020. Herzog, whose role is largely ceremonial, was greeted at the airport by Bahraini Foreign Minister Abdullatif al-Zayani, according to pictures posted...

Dubai, UAE---Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded contracts for constructing three all-inclusive Truck Rest Stops in partnership with the private sector. The first contract was awarded to Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), and two contracts to Almutakamela Vehicle Testing and Registration. The contracts provide for the construction...

Al Talli features decoration of collars, hems and cuffs of clothes using cotton or silk threads, intertwined with gold and silver threads.

Propelled by First Abu Dhabi Bank, the Abu Dhabi index shot up 1.5 percent, reversing losses of three consecutive days even as Saudi index shed it gains on concerns about decline in crude oil prices.

The UAE's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan has said that the Gulf country is determined to forge a world where prosperity is commonplace.

The UAE's policy will always support peace and stability in the region and the entire world, based on wisdom and cooperation to achieve the interests of humanity, the UAE President had said in a televised speech on July 13, 2022. It's time to have a look at his policies and...

Beside successfully addressing COVID-19, the country created a distinguished development model covering all political, economic, social, scientific and cultural areas in 2022.

Dubai, UAE— Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) has signed an agreement with the Katowice Special Economic Zone (KSEZ) to create new business opportunities and expand upon the UAE-Poland strong economic relations. The agreement will see DMCC and KSEZ work closely together to exchange knowledge and professional expertise, in turn further...

The amended framework agreement with the leading Swiss aircraft manufacturer is set to further cement the collaboration between Pilatus and Strata.

The swift recovery from the effects of Covid-19 is expected to contribute to a rise in demand for luxury real estate units in the UAE by more than 30 percent next year, says a report.

Some companies are already discussing investment opportunities with Cameroon, including DP World that aims to manage some ports in Cameroon including Douala Port, adds Al Zeyoudi, who is leading an Emirati delegation of business, investment and development leaders to the country.

Non-oil trade exchange between the UAE and Cameroon grew by 33.5 percent between 2012 and 2021, reaching $522 million by the end of last year

Dubai, UAE— The UAE’s moon rover launch has been delayed by one day in order to run more pre-flight checks, according to a statement released by SpaceX. Rashid Rover, the Arab world’s first lunar mission, is now scheduled to launch at 8:37 a.m. (GMT) on Thursday, Dec.1, from Cape Canaveral...

The Egyptian economy has been hard-hit by the coronavirus pandemic and the war in Ukraine.

The Non-performing Debt Relief Fund will settle the money owed by Emiratis to 17 banks and institutions.

The EU announced the discovery of a sophisticated US$2.3-billion VAT tax fraud that triggered raids in 14 countries, including France, Germany, Greece and Spain. Over 600 people participated in the scheme, "believed to be the biggest VAT carousel fraud ever investigated in the EU," according to the European Public Prosecutor's...

Thanks to a strong rebound in domestic activities and higher oil prices, the latest IMF report suggests the GCC economies to expand further than previously expected.

ABU DHABI, UAE - President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has said that November 30 is a day that strengthens people’s loyalty to the UAE while remembering the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. In a statement to mark Commemoration Day, observed on November 30, Sheikh...

The UAE Retail Offer and the KSA Retail Offer were oversubscribed by approximately 48.2x and 2.8x respectively.

It will open opportunities for Emirati youth to study in European Union, further strengthening the existing people-to-people ties, adds Margaritis Schinas, Vice-President of the European Commission for “Promoting Our European Way of Life”, who was on an official trip to the UAE.

At the 38th Ministerial Session of COMCEC, leaders of Islamic countries discuss ways to enhance bilateral and trade relations to help region and the world evade recession.

Abu Dhabi, UAE----UAE's national carrier Etihad Airways and Garuda Indonesia, the national flag carrier of Indonesia, will nearly double the number of combined destinations the two airlines are able to offer beyond the Abu Dhabi and Jakarta hubs. The number of destinations across the Indonesian archipelago, South East Asia, Middle...

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...

ABU DHABI, UAE - Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) announced that its retail customers were able to conveniently participate in the subscription of initial public offerings (IPOs) that were issued this year through its mobile app. ADIB said that 80 percent of clients subscribed IPOs that were issued in 2022...

ABU DHABI, UAE - Abu Dhabi Airports Monday said that in Q3 2022 passenger traffic totaled 4.7 million passengers, a rise of 250 percent compared to the 1.3 million passengers in Q3 2021. Abu Dhabi Airports, the operator of the five airports in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, in its...

MENA startups had begun the year with a deluge of funding from investors, but toward the year end a dark cloud hovers over new businesses as global crises dip the enthusiasm.

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...

SHARJAH, UAE - The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) discussed business and investment opportunities in the UAE and Russia with the Moscow Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The meeting that took place at Expo Center Sharjah (ECS) brought together Abdallah Sultan Al-Owais, SCCI's Chairman, and Vladimir Platonov, Chairman...

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...

Both employers and employees stand to benefit from the UAE's recent labor law amendments, Ben Brown, Partner at the law firm Addleshaw Goddard, tells TRENDS.

SHARM EL SHEIKH, EGYPT - The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MoCCAE) organized an awareness session on the UAE Climate Change Research Network (CCRN). The event highlighted the importance of research in exploring innovative climate change mitigation and adaptation solutions. It also emphasized the Network’s role in strengthening the...

AL AIN, UAE - The College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine at the United Arab Emirates University launched an awareness campaign entitled "Food Waste Audit". The campaign was launched in cooperation with the Office of the Associate Provost for Research and participation of the Abu Dhabi Waste Management Center (Tadweer)...

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