Ericsson ConsumerLab: 5G changing smartphone use in UAE
Largest 5G consumer study to date captures opinions equivalent to 1.3 billion consumers and 220 million 5G users globally Early adopters in the UAE are satisfied with speed and 81 percent want more innovative apps, services A new report by Ericsson ConsumerLab highlights the impact that 5G is already...African Business Leaders awarded Honorary Doctorate in Dubai
Thirteen outstanding executives were given the degrees Degrees are presented for exceptional contributions to society Thirteen African business leaders were conferred Honorary Doctorate Degrees 2021 on Monday in recognition of their leadership qualities, vision and outstanding public service amidst global crises. The degrees were presented by MG Business Solutions...UAE strengthens efforts to counter money laundering
It will work as a reference for security agencies, the police, and other enforcement bodies in financial-crime probes It will reportedly also facilitate requests from other countries for information exchange to combat money-laundering and terrorist-financing The United Arab Emirates has created a database of ownership information that...RTA eyes futuristic suspended transport network in Dubai
The use of this type of transport in Dubai is aimed at accelerating the mobility of people, ease congestionSharjah, Guatemala discuss boosting economic ties
They also discussed topics such as stimulating investments in food security, waste management, and natural tourism fieldsFinancial crimes: UAE, Bangladesh and Somalia to cooperate
The move is in line with international efforts to exchange financial information and expertiseUAE dine-in spending returns to pre-lockdown levels
Cafes, European and Middle Eastern outlets see most spending in the first quarter of 2021MAKTABA celebrates winners of ‘Little Writer in the Big Book’ contest
Launched in 2011, the competition has attracted more than 2,000 entries during the past eight yearsUAE to support ‘stability, development’ in Libya
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan meets visiting chairman of the Libyan Presidential Council Mohamed Younis Al-ManfeUAE, China to cooperate in knowledge sectors
Two nations will cooperate to spur innovation through leveraging advanced technologies and 4th Industrial Revolution solutions Building an ecosystem that stimulates innovation is no longer optional, Sultan Al Jaber said The UAE and China will expand their collaborations into knowledge-intensive sectors and jointly work to spur innovation through leveraging advanced...UAE is member of UNESCO’s diversity promotion committee
The Intergovernmental Committee consists of representatives of 24 countries Al Kaabi proposes six areas of action that warrant the attention of Member States The UAE has won a seat on the Intergovernmental Committee for the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions for the period 2021 to 2025....UAE unveils three initiatives to mark World Environment Day
UAE’s Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has signed an MoU with idea innovator company Ideanco to collaborate in promoting climate solutionsUAE, Lithuania explore economic cooperation prospects
Lithuania's pavilion at EXPO 2020 Dubai will be inspired by concepts of innovation, sustainability and innovationIndia exports grew 67 percent in May despite Covid-19 caseload
Sector-wise, the increase was spurred by growth in demand for engineering goods, petroleum products, gems, jewelry, pharmaceuticals and iron oreUAE Central Bank’s gold reserves swell to $3.1 billion in April
The bank in its latest figures released on Thursday showed steady growth in gold reserves The reserves shot up by nearly seven percent since March The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates has reported nearly a seven percent growth in gold reserve for the second consecutive month now, reaching...Dh54.8 bn investments by UAE banks in various asset classes
The investments were made in held-to-maturity securities, debt securities, equities, other vehicles Other investment instruments valued Dh46.6 bn by end of April The UAE-based banks hiked by Dh54.8 bn ($14.92 bn) their investments in held-to-maturity securities, debt securities, equities and other vehicles during the first four months of 2021, statistics...Nestle, LuLu join hands to promote use of reusable grocery bags
Some 100,000 bags to be provided to shoppers at LuLu Nestlé claims to be committed to improving packaging and reducing waste To commemorate the World Environment Day, Nestlé and Lulu have come together to encourage the use of reusable grocery bags among shoppers, in a campaign across 40 outlets in...Luxembourg-UAE ties to expand beyond financial services: minister
At present, financial services form Luxembourg's biggest export to UAE Future economic ties to also focus on will space, fourth industrial revolution (4IR) technologies, digitization, AI Luxembourg’s economic relations with the United Arab Emirates, which have traditionally been centered around the exchange of services, will expand to many more areas,...UAE desires broader trade relations with Iraq
The ambassador of the UAE Al Zaabi made this statement during his visit to the Federation of Iraqi Chambers of Commerce The UAE companies wish to invest in Iraq The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has shown desire to deepen trade and economic ties with Iraq. The ambassador of the UAE,...A day after signing tax treaty, Israel to open economic office in UAE
Abu Dhabi will host an Israeli economic office to strengthen economic ties The announcement comes a day after the UAE and Israel signed a tax treaty Just a day after it signed a tax treaty with the United Arab Emirates, Israel said it would open an “economic attaché...Businesses in Dubai urged to provide Beneficial Owner data
Businesses can visit Dubai Economy eServices page or outsourced service centers to submit data Furnishing data is required under the Cabinet Decision of 2020 Dubai Economy has called on all business owners in the emirate to provide their Beneficial Owner data that would be added in the commercial...Dh1 million fine for money laundering: UAE
the ministry held an extensive media briefing on the system for combating money laundering The session also briefed attendees on most important international obligations in this regard Violators of anti-money laundering or ultimate beneficial owner procedures may lead to administrative fines ranging from Dh 50,000 to Dh 1,000,000 ($2,72,249) in...Abu Dhabi’s largest solar-powered car park completed
It has 7,542 solar panels producing electricity The facility is expected to reduce the emission equivalent of 5,300 tons of carbon dioxide per year Abu Dhabi’s largest solar-powered car park is complete, announced renewable energy firm Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company, aka Masdar, and Abu Dhabi Airports. With 7,542 solar...Abu Dhabi economy to recover to 2019 levels in 2023: S&P
Abu Dhabi economy to recover modestly in 2021 courtesy increased business activity and higher oil prices Emirates' rating could improve if it implements measures to boost its monetary policy Abu Dhabi's economy will improve in 2021 on the back of increased business activity and higher oil prices, but the actual...Liquid assets in UAE banks reach $132bn in first quarter: Central Bank
*Steady growth in liquidity a new sign of the gradual economic recovery, primarily in retail and commercial platforms *UAE Central Bank's report says liquid assets accounted for 15.9 percent of the total assets by the end of the first quarter Liquid assets held by UAE-based banks increased 2.6 percent to...Liquid assets up to Dh486.58 bn in Q1’21: UAE Central Bank
The steady growth in liquidity is a new sign of the gradual economic recovery Liquid assets accounted for 15.9 percent of the total assets by the end of the reference quarter Liquid assets held by UAE-based banks increased 2.6 percent to Dh486.58 billion ($132.48 billion) in first quarter (Q1'21) from...UAE, Israel sign tax treaty to boost economic ties
The signing of the treaty came after the normalization of ties between them The treaty is based primarily on the OECD model, Israeli Finance Minister Israel Katz said in a statement Looking to target companies involved in money laundering activities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Anti-Money Laundering Department...UAE tells firms to disclose identity of owners or face action
The companies must come clean by next month The ultimatum was delivered by Safia Al-Safi, the director of the Anti-Money Laundering Department Looking to target companies involved in money laundering activities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Anti-Money Laundering Department at the UAE Ministry of Economy has told the...UAE: AXA offers AXA Life Protect
The plan provides coverage against the loss of life due to accident or sickness Be it household expenses, servicing personal and credit card loans, school and college fees, etc. AXA Life Protect has you covered AXA Green Crescent Insurance Company has announced the launch of its latest insurance product, AXA...Etihad Airways issues guidance for travellers after green list update
Italy lifts quarantine on arrival Bahrain, Greece and Seychelles welcome fully vaccinated travellers Now, passengers arriving from Germany, Spain and the USA, can enjoy quarantine-free travel when they arrive in Abu Dhabi, according to Etihad Airways guidance for the travellers on the best way to enjoy hassle-free travel. This follows...Sharjah industry body to send trade mission to Russia in September
The delegation will look to strengthen economic ties, develop industries, improve trade exchanges with their Russian counterparts The center is an initiative of Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry A trade mission from the Sharjah Exports Development Center, an initiative of Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, will go to...$2.3 billion of realty deals in four emirates in Q1 2021
The deals are a sign that the worst is over and smart recovery is picking upUAE urges smokers to quit after WHO warning
The UAE has also imposed a selective tax on tobacco and its derivatives by 50 – 75 %Philippines wants close cooperation with UAE to achieve food security: Minister
Philippines minister Ramon Lopez said UAE investors are encouraged to explore agribusiness and agriculture in his country Filipinos constitute the third-largest expatriate community in the UAE The Philippines’ Minister of Department of Trade and Industry, Ramon M Lopez, has been quoted by local reports from the United Arab Emirates as...Al Dahra BayWa opens warehouse in Dubai
Al Dahra BayWa is a pioneer of innovative farming in the UAE The new facility in Dubai will enhance the firm’s logistics Al Dahra BayWa, a leading sustainable agribusiness company in the UAE, has announced the opening of its facility in Dubai as part of its plan to expand its...Fellowship seeks applications from UAE youth
Initiative part of efforts to engage youth in Year of the 50th through practical opportunities Applications are accepted from UAE citizens and residents The UAE Golden Jubilee Committee announced on Sunday the opening of its ‘Year of the 50th Fellowship’ program for applications from UAE citizens and residents across the...Dubai crown prince: Industries emirate’s driving force for productivity, growth
Dubai Industries & Exports to play a key role in making the emirate a hub for future industries, attracting foreign investment Under 'Operation 300bn', UAE industrial sector targets raising GDP contribution from $36 billion to $81.67 billion by 2031. The industrial sector in Dubai has become a driving force...UAE assures cooperation with Latin America, Caribbean during UNSC membership
Ministers Reembint Ibrahim Al Hashemy and Omar Ghobash introduce the country's membership to GRULAC members UAE candidate for the Arab seat of the UNSC for the term 2022-23 The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has assured cooperation with the Latin American and Caribbean countries as part of its membership at the...UAE, Uzbekistan sign agreement to implement humanitarian projects
Completion of work on a women and children's hospital in the Uzbek city Nukus part of the agreement A committee to be established under this deal will review its implementation and issues raised by the parties The UAE has signed a bilateral agreement with the Republic of...Mubadala invests GBP ₤350m in IVC Evidensia
IVC Evidensia is Europe’s largest veterinary-care provider It operates more than 1,500 veterinary clinics and hospitals in 12 countries across Europe UK-based pet-care provider IVC Evidensia will see an influx of ₤350 million from the UAE-based Mubadala Investment Company by way of investment, the latter announced on Sunday, May...Popular cricket tournament IPL to be played in UAE
IPL has an estimated brand value of $6.7 billionOccupancy rate of next-gen hospitality firm Sonder 70 percent during pandemic
Duration of stay at Sonder properties grows from an average of 4 days to 10. The firm has 160 spaces in Dubai and demand for its tech-enabled offerings had risen Sonder, a leading next-generation hospitality company with more than 160 spaces in Dubai has seen strong demand for its tech-enabled...Alpha Dhabi Holding acquires key UAE hospitality group
Murban is a leading investment company based in Abu Dhabi with Dh1.7 billion in equity The acquisition will help accelerate Alpha Dhabi’s diversification strategy Alpha Dhabi Holding, one of the fastest-growing construction companies in the region and a subsidiary of IHC, said it has fully acquired Murban, a privately-owned company....UAE ranks high on global govt development indices
The first globally on the Absence of Bureaucracy Index The second globally on the Adaptability of Government Policy Index The UAE government succeeded in advancing its global rankings to be one of the best in government development indices. Most notably, the UAE ranked first globally on the Absence of Bureaucracy...Approach tax authority to redress problem, UAE tells penalized defaulters
UAE tax authorities have assured penalized tax-law violators that they can apply to have the penalty reduced or exempted To get this done, applicants must provide a proper “excuse,” bolstered by evidence The United Arab Emirates’ Federal Tax Authority said in a statement on Wednesday, May 26, that individuals...Telal Gents Fashion achieves Guinness World Record for largest mobile clothing store
UAE-based Telal Gents Fashion has set a Guinness World Record for the largest mobile clothing store The company converted a fleet of buses into custom-made replicas of its stores, with a total area of 24.47 square meters Guinness World Records has recognized UAE-based apparel firm Telal Gents Fashion as...UAE will only allow residents vaccinated against Covid-19 to attend functions
Residents have also to produce a negative Covid test within 48 hours The UAE has administered over 12 million doses of the vaccine According to a new health directive from the UAE Health Sector only people vaccinated against Covid-19 would be allowed to attend “events and activities, held in...Dubai foresees 49% recovery in air travel in 2nd half
Only 1.8 billion travelers took to the skies in 2020, as against 4.5 billion in 2019 Pandemic caused 50% drop in domestic air traffic globally in 2020 Signs are pointing to significant recovery and travel demand in the second half of 2021 and a sustainable recovery in air...Amazon Warehouse launches in the UAE, delivers up to 60% discounts
All Amazon Warehouse products are backed by a 15-day return policy Prime members in the UAE can get their Amazon Warehouse items on the same day Amazon.ae today announced the launch of Amazon Warehouse for customers in the UAE, offering great savings on thousands of quality pre-owned and open...Digital transformation boosts data economy growth in UAE: Report
Data economy on track to become one of the largest economic sectors globally The report suggests stepping up collaboration among various stakeholders to improve data quality A new report titled New Data Economy, published by Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) in collaboration with Dubai Economy, has claimed that several data-enabled innovative...




















































