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Awareness Campaigns On Firefighting In Cooperation With Civil Defence
RTA’s Licensing Agency has recently held a series of awareness campaigns about firefighting, in cooperation with the Directorate Gen. of Dubai Civil Defence. The campaigns werecarried out by Licensing Agency and the teams assigned to follow up requirements of health.
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Dubai Health Authority introduces Lifestyle Clinics
The authority is using latest technology such as smart apps to identify people who are at high-risk of developing lifestyle diseases.
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Atlantis, The Palm Announces The Newest Edition Of Dubai’s Culinary Extravaganza
This February, the culinary destination’s evening megabrunch is back with four hours of food and beverages from some of the world’s top restaurants.
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A Review Of UAE’s Spend Trends For 2018
Pankaj Kundra, SVP, Head of Payments at Mashreq Bank shares his review of UAE spends trends for 2018.
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DHCC Launches 1st Regulated Telehealth Platform In The Free Zone With Live Consultation During Arab Health
Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) today announced the first regulated telehealth platform in the free zone, launching the new service with a live consultation between a patient at Arab Health, following up with a licensed doctor in the free zone.
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Dubai Islamic Bank Full Year 2018 Group Financial Results
Dubai Islamic Bank (DFM: DIB), the first Islamic bank in the world and the largest Islamic bank in the UAE by total assets, today announced its results for the year ended December 31, 2018.
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Emirates treats customers to traditional Lunar New Year delights
Customers travelling on Emirates flights to and from select destinations in Asia during Lunar New Year are in for a special treat as the airline celebrates the festive season.
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Dubai Healthcare City To Launch National Patient Safety Pledge With Global Body Patient Safety Movement Foundation
Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) today announced plans to launch a national patient safety pledge in partnership with the US-based Patient Safety Movement Foundation (PSMF) to enable healthcare organizations and professionals in the UAE to commit to a culture of safety.
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Reed Travel Exhibitions launches inaugural Arabian Travel Week
Reed Travel Exhibitions, organiser of the annual Arabian Travel Market (ATM) showcase in Dubai, has announced the launch of Arabian Travel Week – an umbrella brand comprising four co-located shows.
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Dubai Trade Shortlists Nominees For It’s 11th E-Services Excellence Award
Shipping agents for general cargo to be honoured for electronic services adoption.
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Dubai Culture & Institut Francais in the United Arab Emirates to organise the Night of Ideas at Etihad Museum
With a focus on museums and new technology, the event will host live presentations on the use of technology in museums.
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Etihad Credit Insurance awards advisory contract to EY
Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI), the UAE Federal export credit company, awards an advisory contract to EY, a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services.
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MoU To Upgrade Procurement And Supply Practices In Collaboration With CIPS MENA
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), and the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply in the Middle East & North Africa (CIPS MENA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance the professional skills of RTA’s personnel in procurement and supply.
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Nakheel Chairman Honours Dubai Civil Defence For Continued Support
Ali Rashid Lootah, Chairman of master developer Nakheel, today expressed his thanks to the Dubai Civil Defence for its support in the successful delivery of Nakheel projects.
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Scooping Safety And Globe Of Honour Awards In Public Transport
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has won the Sword of Honour for health and safety Award, and the Globe of Honour for excellence in environmental management Award from the British Safety Council, UK.
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HE Mattar Al Tayer Showcases Autonomous Aerial Vehicle With The President Of ICAO
HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has received HE Dr. Bernard Elio, President of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
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Ministry of Health and Prevention announces a globally pioneering project to study genetic diseases using genome science and personal medicine
The study project will use genome science and a personalized healthcare app, in order to provide accurate diagnosis and treatment to patients.
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DED seizes 19.9 million pieces of counterfeit products worth AED 332 million in 2018
The Department of Economic Development in Dubai confiscated 19.9 million pieces of counterfeit items with an estimated market value of AED 332 million in 2018.
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Dubai Chamber membership tops 231,000 in 2018 amid international push
Exports and re-exports of Dubai Chamber members grew steadily in 2018, reaching a combined value of AED 254 billion as the scope of export markets widened to an average of 173 destinations per month during the year.
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Jafza unveils plans to increase foreign direct investment in healthcare
Jebel Ali Free Zone, Jafza, affiliated with DP World UAE Region has participated at Arab Health 2019, where it highlighted prospects for global healthcare majors in the region.
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Bloomberg Square Mile Relay Races Towards A Sell-Out For First Time
Each team is comprised of ten runners and the team with the fastest cumulative time for ten one-mile (1.6km) laps along the iconic DIFC Gate Building will be crowned champions.
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Hala China welcomes month-long Chinese New Year celebrations with a traditional gala dinner
Hala China, a joint initiative by Meraas and Dubai Holding, hosted a gala VIP dinner curated by the China Cuisine Association at Bvlgari Resort Dubai.
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DLD launches its real estate promotion plan
Dubai Land Department (DLD) launched its real estate promotion plan for the Real Estate Investment Promotion Investment Management Sector during a press conference held today in the presence of HE Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General of DLD.
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Flydubai Goes Yo Tashkent
Dubai-based flydubai today has announced the start of flights to Tashkent (TAS) the capital of Uzbekistan. The five times weekly service between Dubai and Tashkent will start from 11 March 2019 and will become a daily operation from 31 May 2019.
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Ministry of Health launches smart app about pharmacovigilance
Through the implementation of this initiative, MoHaP looks forward to promoting patients safety and drug safety as well.
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Brand Dubai And DIFC Launch Cooperation To Promote Art, Innovation And Entrepreneurship
Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO), and the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) will undertake a series of joint initiatives to promote art, innovation and entrepreneurship.
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MENA Could Issue Over USD 80 Billion Of Debt In 2019, Inflows To Accelerate
MENA fixed income instruments provided a relative oasis of calm against volatile market moves in 2018.
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DFSA Enforces Fine In The UK Against Sanctioned Individual
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the independent regulator of financial services conducted in or from the DIFC, has successfully enforced payment of a fine imposed on an individual.
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Hala China To Celebrate Chinese New Year With A Range Of Authentic Experiences Across Dubai’s Leading Meraas And Dubai Holding Destinations
Hala China, a joint initiative by Meraas and Dubai Holding, will bring a variety of Chinese experiences to Dubai for a month of celebrations to usher in the new Chinese year that begins on 5 February this year.
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DXB Gets Ready To Celebrate The Chinese New Year
Dubai International (DXB) retained its position as the world’s busiest airport for international customer numbers for the fifth consecutive year with annual traffic for 2018 surpassing 89.1 million.
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DXB retains title as first international airport
Dubai International, DXB, has retained its position as the world’s busiest airport for international customer numbers for the fifth consecutive year, with annual traffic for 2018 surpassing 89.1 million.
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South African Expat Wins BMW 750LI At The Omega Dubai Desert Classic
Mr. Deeb, a 55- year old South African national living in Dubai for 8 years, is the Chief Financial Officer for ALEC - a construction company in Dubai, and purchased his winning ticket online
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Jafza Unveils Plans To Increase FDI In Healthcare At Arab Health 2019
Jafza’s participation highlights prospects for global healthcare majors in the region. The free zone is home to more than 160 healthcare and pharmaceutical companies from over 38 countries and accounted for over 30% of Dubai’s total trade value for the sector in 2017.
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Singaporean Delegation Praises DLD Smart Technology
Dubai Land Department (DLD) received Singaporean delegation headed by Lim Sim Seng, Chairman of the Board of Directors at Singapore Land Authority (SLA), in the presence of the Singaporean Ambassador to the UAE.
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Etisalat Doubles Business Broadband And ELife Unlimited Speeds For Free
Etisalat business and home subscribers will experience double broadband speed enabling them to implement and use advanced digital technologies in their homes and offices.
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Mohammed bin Rashid praises achievements of Dubai Aviation City Project
He expressed his admiration for the modern building, which is the first of its kind in the world and is equipped to provide comfort and entertainment to passengers of private aeroplanes.
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DMCC announces leadership changes
DMCC, the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise, announced today a number of changes to its management team.
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RTA And MWASALAT Oman Open International Bus Route To Commute Passengers Between Dubai And Muscat
RTA’s Public Transport Agency has opened an international bus route between Dubai and Muscat. The step aims to boost land transport and ease the mobility of passengers between the two sisterly countries.
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DLD Signs 3 MoUs To Create An Innovative And Sustainable Global Real Estate Investment Environment
DLD signed the first MoU with the Ministry of Housing, Utilities & Urban Communities in Egypt, signed with Khaled Abbas, Deputy Minister of Housing for National Projects.
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DHCC Launches Instant Online Appointment System To Improve No-Show Rate - Estimated 37% In UAE
Missed appointments are shown to lower efficiencies in the healthcare system, preventing patients from getting timely access to care, and wasting valuable clinical resources including physicians’ time.
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TRA Awarded Certification In The European Innovation Management Standard
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) received the European Innovation Management Standard Certification. H.E. Hamad Obaid Al Mansoori, TRA Director General, received the certificate from Colin Rushmere, BSI MEA General Manager Compliance and Risk.
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Employees Volunteering Platform In Support Of Expo 2020 Dubai
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a volunteering platform in support of Expo 2020 Dubai. Over two days, RTA hosted the Expo 2020 Volunteers team, which held several events and workshops at RTA’s Head Office.
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DIFC Rises To The Occasion As It Celebrates 15 Years
In celebration of its 15 year anniversary, Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has unveiled the DIFC Hot Air Balloon, which symbolises the Centre’s growth journey since its inception in 2004.
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wasl confirms Dubai’s real estate market attractiveness and vitality
Gardenia Townhomes, which includes 257 townhouses, is located on the eastern side of Wasl Gate (the master project) near Ibn Battuta mall, and consists of three and four bedroom townhouses.
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UAE broadcasters lead US$16 billion media innovation market
As media companies adopt high definition formats such as 4K and digitise archives, the global media and entertainment storage market will grow by 45 percent to $16 billion by 2021.
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The OSI Executive Team Holds Its First Meeting And Sets The 2019 Road Map
The Executive Team of the Online Service Index (OSI), an indicator of the UAE Vision National Agenda 2021, held its first meeting in 2019 at TRA’s HQ in Dubai.
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Al Tayer Inaugurates Dubai Taxi’s New Control Centre And Reviews Taxi Smart Transformation Plan
In a recent visit to the Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC), HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), inaugurated the new control centre of Dubai Taxi, which covers all taxi services.
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RTA Becomes First Govt Entity To Obtain ISO Certification In Facility Management
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has obtained ISO 41001:2018 certificate in Facility Management from the French Bureau Veritas; a company responsible for issuing quality, benchmarking and standardisation certificates at the global level.
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Emirates Aviation University to partake in Global Investment in Aviation Summit
Emirates Aviation University is scheduled to participate in the first edition of the Global Investment in Aviation Summit, slated to take place from January 27-29, 2019 at the Intercontinental Dubai Festival City.
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Certified As The First Entity To Apply Maximo In Transportation
IBM has certified Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) as the first entity specialized in roads & transport that applies Maximo system in transportation.
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Dubai Land Department Signs MoU With American University In The Emirates
Dubai Land Department (DLD) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the American University in the Emirates (AUE), Dubai.
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Unique Valentine’s Day Experience At Emirates Golf Club
Treat a loved one to the ultimate Valentine’s Day experience on the lush greens of the championship Majlis golf course at the iconic Emirates Golf Club.
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Dubai Land Department Holds Ceremony To Honour Real Estate Brokers In The Emirate
Dubai Land Department (DLD) organised a ceremony to honour real estate brokers operating in Dubai for their outstanding performance during 2018, according to a number of select categories.
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ENBD REIT Announces Changes To Board Of Directors
The appointment of Mr. Al Mazroei follows the departure of Mr. David Marshall, who resigned from ENBD REIT’s Board of Directors in December 2018, as he seeks to focus his attentions on new business ventures in the UAE.
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Hamdan bin Mohammed, Klaus Schwab discuss enhancing strategic partnerships
Sheikh Hamdan and Schwab spoke about ways to develop the distinguished relations between the UAE and World Economic Forum and promote their cooperation to harness the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
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Installation Of 867 Solar Panels On The Employees’ Multilevel Car Park At The Headquarters
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed the installation of solar panels on the roof of employees’ multistorey car park at its headquarters in Umm Ramool, in collaboration with the Dubai Carbon Centre of Excellence (DCCE).
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Dubai Islamic Bank successfully closes AT1 Perpetual Sukuk
The landmark issuance was subscribed nearly 5 times with around 40% interest generated from Asian and European investors.
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Renowned Finance Leaders To Share Secrets Of Unlocking Growth In MEASA At Global Financial Forum In Dubai
Industry leaders from across the spectrum of financial services will be sharing insight into ’Unlocking Growth in a Changing World’ at the Global Financial Forum (GFF) in Dubai on 11 March 2019, hosted by the Dubai International Financial Centre, the leading financial hub in the Middle East.
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Dubai Duty Free Celebrates Chinese New Year In Style Two Winners Of US$1 Million And Finest Surprise Promotions Announced
Dubai Duty Free officially launched its Chinese New Year celebration today in Terminal 3 - Concourse B and Concourse C (Control Tower) of Dubai International Airport.
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Etisalat Sets New Record As First Middle East Brand Portfolio To Break $10bn Barrier
Etisalat today received ’The Most Valuable Portfolio Brand’ in Middle East and North Africa (MENA) by Brand Finance as a recognition for the company’s impressive portfolio of brands becoming the first Middle East group to break the $10 billion barrier in terms of wider portfolio value.
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Partial Closure Of Al Yalayis Road Due To Water Accumulation
To the users of Al Yalayes Road between Emirates Road and Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan St., please be informed that the road is still closed, from Emirates Road in the direction of Dubai Investments Park, due to water accumulation.
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Nasdaq Dubai Welcomes Listing Of USD 750 Million Sukuk By Dubai Islamic Bank
Nasdaq Dubai welcomed the listing today of a 750 million US dollar Sukuk by Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the largest Islamic bank in the UAE. It is Nasdaq Dubai’s first Sukuk listing of 2019 and DIB’s seventh altogether on the exchange.
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Regional Award For Trials Of Self-Driving Vehicles
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has won the Best Public-Private Project Award during the recent Gulf Traffic Exhibition and Conference held recently in the Dubai World Trade Center. The winning project was the Dubai Code of Practice for Self-Driving Vehicles.
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Mashreq Posts AED 628 Mn Net Profit For 1Q 2019
Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the UAE, today has reported its financial results for the first quarter ending 31st March 2019.
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DAE’s Managed Aircraft Portfolio Grows To 54 Aircraft
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd today announced that it continues to make strong progress in building its managed aircraft portfolio. In 2018 DAE concluded transactions adding 19 aircraft to the portfolio valued at over US$500 million, taking DAE’s total managed fleet to 54 aircraft.
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Emirates NBD Encourages UAE Citizens And Residents To ’Give In To Giving’
Emirates NBD, a leading banking group and a pioneer in private sector volunteering in the UAE, is calling on citizens and residents to ’give in to giving’ by sharing videos of themselves giving to friends, family or community members.
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DED Received 32,650 Consumer Complaints And 1,657 Business Complaints In 2018
On average, DED received 2,720 complaints a month in 2018, and 96% of them were resolved to the satisfaction of the complainants within four working days.
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Cracking On Vehicles Abandoned Around Registration Centres
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has carried out inspection campaigns targeting vehicle abandoned in the surroundings of vehicle registration centres in cooperation with Dubai Police, Dubai Municipality and the Department of Economic Development.
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Dubai Quality Group Announced The Eng. Hassan Omr, The Elected Chairman For 2019-2021
Dubai Quality Group (DQG) concluded the Annual General Meeting by holding the Board of Directors (BOD) Election for the period 2019-2021, announcing Eng. Hassan Omr the new elected chairman.
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Mashreq Posts AED 2.1 Bn Net Profit For 2018
Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the UAE, today has reported its financial results for the year ending 31st December 2018.
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UAE leading MENA for global talent for 4th straight time
The UAE is ranked 1st regionally and 19th globally in the 2019 Global Talent Competitiveness Index report, published by the Paris-based graduate business school INSEAD.
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Region’s biggest dental event AEEDC Dubai starts in February
The three-day annual dental event is expected to attract over 50,000 visitors and participants from the region and the world.
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DLD Signs Strategic MoU With UAEIIC
Dubai Land Department (DLD) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for strategic cooperation with the UAE International Investors Council (UAEIIC).
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Etisalat Digital Partners With FEWA On Hosted Business Messaging Platform
Etisalat Digital has entered into a strategic partnership with the Federal Electricity and Water Authority (FEWA) to provide them with ’Etisalat Direct’.
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"Youth Debates" Discuss "Electronic Games, Are They Truly Harmful?"
The debate was attended by H.E. Eng. Majed Al Mesmar, TRA Deputy Director General for the Telecommunication Sector, and with the participation of a group of talented Emirati youth who are familiar with the latest technologies and electronic games.
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Spend Valentine’s Day At The Creekside’s Famous ’Love Boat’
Located at the Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club, the well-known duo party hub celebrates the season of love with two special themed parties with a romantic touch, in honour of the occasion.
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Opening Six New Bus Routes Improves One Service Route
The Public Transport Agency at the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has recently launched six new bus routes and improved the service on another route.
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Restaurant Secrets Acquires The Lease Of Five Restaurants Of Emaar Hospitality Group; Announces The Loft At Dubai Opera
Restaurant Secrets Inc. (RSI) today confirmed it has acquired the lease and operating rights of five restaurants from Emaar Hospitality Group, including a brand new concept called The Loft at Dubai Opera.
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Seaside Star-Power: Bollywood Actress & Model Nargis Fakhri Confirmed For XYoga Dubai Festival, Presented By Dubai Holding
XDubai has announced that Bollywood actress and fitness-enthusiast Nargis Fakhri is confirmed for what will be the third edition of XYoga Dubai Festival, presented by Dubai Holding.
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Smart Grid Station In Dubai Opened
The SGS was built in partnership with the Korea Electric Power Corporation, KEPCO, as a result of a fruitful exchange of best practices and experiences in the latest international smart city and smart grid standards.
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Federal Tax Authority Issues Guide On Foreign Business Refunds
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has outlined four conditions that would allow foreign businesses to recover Value Added Tax (VAT) incurred in the UAE in a new guide on "VAT Refunds for Business Visitors", published on its official website.
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Saudi Delegation Visits Kingdom Pavilion At Expo 2020 Dubai
They were received by Reem bint Ibrahim Al Hashemy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, and Dubai Expo 2020 Bureau Director-General.
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Dubai Tourism And Al Ansari Exchange Sign Agreement To Simplify Payment Methods For Tourism Services
Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing(Dubai Tourism) and Al Ansari Exchange, a leading UAE-based foreign exchange and worldwide money transfer company, have signed an agreement to facilitate payments for a range of tourism and travel-related services.
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TRA Opens Registration For UAE Hackathon 2019
The Telecommunication Regulatory Authority (TRA) has opened registration for UAE Hackathon 2019: "Data for Happiness and Wellbeing" and invited the public to register, according to the emirate in which they reside or want to participate in, through the website https://hackathon.ae
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Partnerships key to improving prosperity and economic development in Africa
DP World has operations in Senegal, Egypt, Mozambique, Somaliland, Rwanda and Algeria and has recently signed an agreement with the Republic Mali to develop a logistics platform and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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DLD Nominated In WSIS 2019 Awards
Dubai Land Department (DLD) announces that its smart platform, Dubai REST, is nominated for the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) awards 2019, where voting will continue till 10 February.
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Mohammed Bin Rashid Orders Jebel Ali Lehbab Road To Be Renamed Expo Road
HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has ordered Jebel Ali Lehbab Road to be renamed Expo Road.
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Holding 2nd Gathering For Students On Scholarship Programme
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has held the 2nd gathering of students covered by RTA’s Scholarship Programme. The get-together event aimed at communicating with students, addressing challenges faced during their study besides offering them guidance helping them to realise their ambitions.
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Offering Easy Payment Of Fines And Seasonal Parking Cards In Collaboration With Dubai Commercial Bank
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and the Dubai Commercial Bank International (DCB); a leading bank in the UAE, have agreed on an initiative whereby fines due from road users to the RTA and fees of seasonal parking cards can be paid through easy instalments.
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Over 50 Million Passengers Passed Through Dubai’s Entry And Exit Points Last Year
A total of 53 million passengers passed through Dubai’s entry and exit points at land, sea and air ports in 2018, according to official figures.
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Six Dubai Government Entities Reduced Paper Usage By 57% In 2018
The six Dubai Government entities participating in phase one of implementing the Dubai Paperless Strategy have successfully reduced their paper usage by 57%, announced Smart Dubai.
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Emirates Post Issues Commemorative Stamp To Celebrate AFC Asian Cup
The Emirates Post Group has issued a commemorative stamp to celebrate the country’s hosting of the AFC Asian Cup, UAE 2019, which is the leading championship in the history of the Asian Confederation.
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DBE Records 62 Per Cent Boost In Delegate Wins In 2018
Dubai Business Events, DBE, the city’s official convention bureau, has secured a total of 261 successful bids for meetings, conferences and incentives in 2018, which are set to attract an additional 153,640 delegates to Dubai over the coming years.
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Emirates And Flydubai Partnership Reaches New Heights
The strategic partnership between Dubai’s two airlines, Emirates and flydubai, continues to open up the world for travellers since its launch 14 months ago, and is set to grow even further in 2019 with new codeshare destinations to be added.
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Swyp And Liv. Partner To Bring More Value To Millennials
Millennial mobile digital platforms swyp and Liv. today announced a strategic partnership to provide a value-added shared proposition to their millennial customers.
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Flower-Inspired Thailand Pavilion To Charm The World
Famous for its tropical beaches and rich heritage, the country will use the next World Expo to position itself as a regional hub for technology and creativity in the digital realm.
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Dubai Holding Continues Empowering A New Generation Of National Leaders
Dubai Holding actively supports Dubai’s vision by growing the next generation of national leaders, and empowering women across a wide number of sectors and subsidiaries.
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Expo 2020 And Dulsco Team Up To Turn Trash Into Treasure
As Expo 2020’s Official Waste Management Partner, Dulsco will work with local companies to find hidden value in the things we throw away - harnessing innovative technologies that can transform used materials into everyday items and even official Expo memorabilia.
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Novus Aviation Capital Appoints Nils Hallerstrom To Its Board Of Directors
Nils Hallerstrom has been appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director to Novus Aviation Capital’s Board of Directors effective 1st January 2019.
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Dubai Show Jumping Championship Kicks Off Today
Held under the supervision of the UAE Equestrian and Racing Federation, the show takes place over four days, and will conclude on Saturday with the Emirates Airline Dubai Grand Prix that not only offers a total purse of EUR 145,700 but is also one of the qualifiers for the Show Jumping World Cup.
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Emirates NBD Announces Full Year 2018 Results
Emirates NBD (DFM: EmiratesNBD), a leading bank in the region, delivered a record set of results with net profit up 20% year-on-year to AED 10 billion.
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Dubai Launches ’Youth Council’ To Empower Young Emirati Talent
Dubai Government Workshop, DGW, has revealed the creation of a Dubai Government Workshop Youth Council, an initiative aimed towards developing the role of youth and encouraging them to pursue the path to excellence, creativity and innovation.
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Emirates NBD Dubai Economy Tracker
Non-oil private sector growth in Dubai eased in December. Although total activity continued to rise at a strong overall pace, new business increased at the second-slowest rate in over two years and employment remained broadly unchanged.
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DREI Qualifies More Than 70,000 Trainees Since Its Inception
Dubai Real Estate Institute (DREI), the educational arm of Dubai Land Department (DLD), announced that the number of trainees the Institute contributed to training since its inception till the end of 2018 reached 70,200.
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Techstars Dubai Accelerator In Partnership With GINCO Welcomes Its Second Class At AREA 2071
Techstars Dubai Accelerator in Partnership with GINCO continues its momentum as the most prestigious accelerator program in MENA with the announcement of its second class of companies arriving in Dubai from around the world.
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Dubai Healthcare City To Introduce Special Promotion For Healthcare Professionals During Arab Health
Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) today announced a special promotion for healthcare professionals, which will be available during its upcoming participation at Arab Health 2019 from January 28 to 31.
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Emirates Islamic Announces FY 2018 Results
Hesham Abdulla Al Qassim, Chairman of Emirates Islamic, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Emirates NBD commented, "I am extremely pleased to announce that 2018 has been another successful year for Emirates Islamic.
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Testing Fare Collection Gates And Central System Software Of Route 2020
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has verified the functionality of Automated Fare Collection (AFC) Gates as well as Central System Software of Route 2020 Project.
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Expo 2020 Arranges New Home For Unexpected Visitors
A colony of honey bees that set up home on the Expo 2020 Dubai site has been safely relocated, thanks to a team effort by the World Expo’s Sustainability department, the Beekeepers Association and the quick-thinking construction worker who uncovered the insects.
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Al Tayer Explores Cooperation With Indian Consul In Dubai
Al Tayer praised the excellent relationships between the UAE and the Republic of India in economic and tourism sectors; which have yielded an increase in trade exchange between the two countries and the flow of tourists.
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Nasdaq Dubai Launches Futures Trading On MSCI’s Index Of UAE Equities In Latest Market Expansion
Nasdaq Dubai today launched futures trading on the MSCI United Arab Emirates (UAE) equity index, in the latest expansion of the exchange’s futures market. The contracts are designed to appeal to international and regional investors seeking exposure to leading UAE companies.
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Dubai Customs Launches IPR Award 2018-2019
Dubai Customs, in cooperation with the Ministry of education, launched the 11th edition of its IP Award for Schools and Universities 2018-2019, in line with its IPR Department’s plan to encourage full community engagement in IPR protection and to educate students on their intellectual rights.
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Noura Al Kaabi Inaugurates Zayed University Urban Satellite Space
Noura Al Kaabi, Minister of Culture and Knowledge Development and President of Zayed University, has inaugurated the Zayed University Urban Satellite Space (ZUUSS), a partnership with Alserkal Avenue, that aims to support students’ talents and sharpen their artistic abilities.
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Nasdaq Dubai Expands Futures Market, Launches Trading On MSCI UAE Index
In a press statement, the exchange explained that the contracts are designed to appeal to international and regional investors seeking exposure to leading UAE companies.
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World’s First ISO Accreditation For Halal Food Testing Obtained By Dubai Municipality’s Central Lab
Dubai Municipality’s Central Laboratory, DCL, has announced that it has received international accreditation in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 in the field of Halal food testing. The first of its kind accreditation in the world covers specialised tests including animal gelatin products.
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du Announces its first health blockchain solution to ensure Patient Safety in UAE
Not only is Blockchain used for data integrity over a decentralized network, but it also ensures high security and transparency of data that allows a patient-centric approach to Blockchain in healthcare.
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US Real Estate Delegation Begins Its Tour In Dubai Reviews Most Prominent Real Estate Projects
Dubai Land Department (DLD) welcomed a US real estate delegation yesterday comprising several governmental and private institutions in response to an invitation sent to brokers, developers, licensed real estate agents, and a large number of investors to visit Dubai.
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Bigger, More Exciting Innovations At Dubai Maker Faire 2019
The Organizing Committee of the Dubai Maker Faire promises this year’s edition to be bigger, more exciting, and with more innovations to be featured. Among the categories for Dubai Maker Faire 2019 are engineering, industrial, scientific, technical, education, recreational, and several others.
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Emirates NBD And Emirates Skywards Define New Standards For Loyalty In UAE
Emirates NBD and Emirates Skywards, the loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai today launched the Emirates NBD Skywards Savings Account and Visa Debit Card, the UAE’s first banking solution to earn Skywards Miles when a customer saves and spends.
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HIPA Announces December Winners Of Its Instagram Photo Contest
The Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award, HIPA, has concluded the December edition of the Instagram Photo Contest themed ’Night Photography’.
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Dubai’s RTA Taxi Bookings Jump 17% To Record 12mln In 2018
Taxi bookings carried out by the Booking and Dispatch Center at the Public Transport Agency of Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has touched 12,367,866 bookings in 2018, recording in the process a 17% rise compared to the figure reported in 2017 that was 10,573,855 bookings.
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Dubai Taxi Bookings Jump 17% To Record 12 Million In 2018
Taxi bookings carried out by the Booking and Dispatch Center at the Public Transport Agency of Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has touched 12,367,866 bookings in 2018, recording in the process a 17% rise compared to the figure reported in 2017 that was 10,573,855 bookings.
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RTA And Permanent Committee For Labour Affairs Agree On Promotion Of Traffic Awareness
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Permanent Committee for Labour Affairs in Dubai to promote the traffic awareness efforts and coordinate traffic safety events.
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Dubai Healthcare City Authority To Recognize Nursing And Research With 3rd Edition Of Excellence Awards
Held under the patronage of the Chairperson of Dubai Healthcare City Authority (DHCA), HRH Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein, wife of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
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Emirates Announces Network Updates For 2019
Emirates has announced adjustments to its operational schedules in 2019 to minimise the impact of the closure of Dubai International Airport’s Southern Runway between 16th April and 30th May, 2019, and to respond to global travel demand trends.
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DP World Acquires Leading Ports In Puerto Central (San Antonio) And Puerto Lirquen (Region VIII) In Chile
Pulogsa operates a long-term concession for Puerto Central (PCE) in San Antonio, in Chile’s Central Region V as well as owning and operating Puerto Lirquen (PLQ) in Chile’s Southern Region VIII.
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Mashreq Enables Samsung Pay Transactions Via Its Mobile Banking Application
Mashreq Bank, the UAE’s leading financial institution, has rolled out a service that allows customers to instantly add their credit cards to Samsung Pay via Snapp, enabling them to make easy, fast and secure payments.
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New Licence To Allow Visiting Doctors To Work In Dubai
Dubai Healthcare City Authority has announced the introduction of a new licence which allows international physicians, dentists, and Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) practitioners to enter the UAE, and work in up to three clinical facilities within the Dubai Healthcare City, DHCC.
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Dubai Customs Thwarts Attempt To Smuggle 5 Million Captagon Pills
Cooperation between different customs departments and good planning have led to thwarting an attempt to smuggle large number of captagon pills at Jebel Ali & Tecom Customs Centre, just a few days before 2019 unfolds.
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DMCC Awards Uptown Dubai Super Tall Tower Construction Contract To Belhasa Six Construct
DMCC, the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority, and master developer of Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), announced today that it has awarded a contract to BESIX, through its Dubai-based entity Belhasa Six Construct.
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London Mayor To Explore Fintech, Green Finance Opportunities In UAE
Opportunities in emerging areas such as fintech and green finance will be high up the agenda as the Lord Mayor of London, global ambassador for the UK’s financial and professional services industry, visits Kuwait City, Dubai and Abu Dhabi over the next week to strengthen trade and investment ties.
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DLD Records Growing Demand On Its Smart Applications
Dubai Land Department (DLD) identified an increasing demand on its various applications. DLD monitored the activity of its customers, the number of times customers downloaded DLD applications on Android and iOS platforms.
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Dubai Healthcare City Authority Launches New License To Attract International Medical Talent
Dubai Healthcare City Authority today announced the introduction of a new license which allows international physicians, dentists, and Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) practitioners to enter the UAE.
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Al Tayer Calls Operators Of Taxi Companies To Enhance Passenger Transport Service, Drivers Satisfaction Rating
HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) expressed satisfaction over the indicator of drop in the number of customer complaints amongst taxi riders in Dubai by 86% between 2016 and 2018.
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Mohammed Bin Rashid Inspects Work Progress On Dubai Future Foundation Projects
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai visited the Dubai Future Foundation and was briefed on the development of work at various projects undertaken by the foundation.
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The Call Centre Receives Two Million Calls In 2018
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced that its Call Center had received 2,070,281 calls in 2018, and the targeted response time of 20 seconds per call had covered 86% of total calls.
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DLD Strategic Partner Of Egypt Mega Property Show In Cairo
Dubai Land Department (DLD) announced its participation in the Egypt Mega Property Show in Cairo starting today 10 January till 13 January 2019. Through its stand as a strategic partner, DLD seeks to record unprecedented attendance at the show.
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Holding Events To Promote Employees Health, Safety And Environmental Awareness
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has held an Open Day for Health, Safety & Environment (HSE). Lecturers and speakers from RTA and external parties highlighted the importance of promoting the awareness and supporting RTA’s efforts in this field.
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Emirates NBD Egypt PMI
"The Emirates NBD Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for Egypt is closing the year on a positive note as it climbed to 49.6 in December, compared to 49.2 the previous month.
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Emirates Post Enhances Postal Services In Time For P.O. Box Renewals
Emirates Post has expanded its product offering in the UAE providing its customers enhanced services and experiences.
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Emirates SkyCargo Announces Freighter Services To Bogota, Colombia
Emirates SkyCargo will be operating its Boeing 777 freighter aircraft to Bogota. The aircraft has an overall cargo capacity of over 100 tonnes and has wide main deck doors allowing for the transportation of large and outsized cargo.
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TRA Tweets Receive 64 Million "Impressions" In 2018
These numbers reflect the great importance that TRA attaches to social media due to its important role in educating the public and highlighting their concerns, such as information security updates on WhatsApp and Snapchat.
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Dubai Creek Harbour Launches ’Palace Residences’ By Address Hotels + Resorts For Boutique Waterfront Living, With Spectacular Views
Palace Residences, a five-star waterfront branded residence development, has been launched in Dubai Creek Harbour, described as ’The World of Tomorrow’.
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RTA Commences Exclusive Ferry Route For Emaar’s Visitors And Residents Linking The Dubai Mall And Marina Mall
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) commenced the operation of an exclusive Dubai Ferry route for Emaar’s visitors and residents linking The Dubai Mall, the world’s most-visited retail and lifestyle destination in Downtown Dubai and Dubai Marina Mall.
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Smart Dubai Launches Guidelines On Ethical Use Of Artificial Intelligence
Dubai’s quest to become the world’s smartest city has received a strong ethical grounding with the unveiling of guidelines for the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
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Nasdaq Dubai Launches Futures Trading On Shares Of Saudi Companies In Milestone For Investors In Middle East
Nasdaq Dubai today launched futures trading on the shares of 12 leading Saudi Arabian companies, in a significant step forward for the region’s capital markets.
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dnata Continues To Be Recognized For Achieving Highest Safety Standards
dnata’s operations in Manila have already been ISAGO registered since 2010. The renewal of the ISAGO Registration in the Philippine capital demonstrates the company’s ability to meet the highest safety and security standards.
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Dubai Duty Free Announces Its First Millennium Millionaire And Finest Surprise Winners Of 2019
Dubai Duty Free conducted its first Millennium Millionaire and Finest Surprise draws of the year today with Mr. Casey Bly, a 41-year-old Dubai-based American national, winning US$1 million in Series 290 with ticket number 1435.
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Mohammed Bin Rashid Approves DIFC’s New Expansion Plan
His Highness said that developing the financial sector is a priority that supports the economic future of Dubai, and further enhances investor confidence given the vital contribution it makes to Dubai’s economy mainly through the Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC).
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Mashreq Enables Samsung Pay Transactions Via Its Mobile Banking Application
Mashreq Bank, the UAE’s leading financial institution, has rolled out a service that allows customers to instantly add their credit cards to Samsung Pay via Snapp, enabling them to make easy, fast and secure payments.
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Swim With A View: Nakheel Starts Work On Palm Tower Rooftop Infinity Pool - 210 Metres Above Ground
Master developer Nakheel has started constructing the rooftop infinity swimming pool at The Palm Tower, its 52-storey, luxury hotel and residential complex at the heart of Palm Jumeirah in Dubai.
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Dubai Tourism Releases AED250 Million In Bank Guarantees Of Tourism Companies To Boost Investment In Ecosystem
Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) has initiated efforts to release approximately AED250 million in bank guarantees that have been furnished by tourism-related service providers.
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Microsoft Teams Up With Real Madrid Legend For Open Cloud Innovation Day At Dubai Sports City
The event was organised in co-operation with soccer legend, Míchel Salgado, former Spain and Real Madrid right back and recently appointed Assistant Coach to the Egyptian national team.
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Union Coop And UAE Rare Disease Society Sign MoU
Union Coop, the largest Consumer Cooperative in the UAE signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the UAE Rare Disease Society, to support and sponsor programs.
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The Dubai Business Women Council Ends The Year Of Zayed With A 46% Growth In Total Membership
The new growth in membership during 2018 reflects the diversity of the business community in the emirate of Dubai, in light of the fact that the council’s members belong to 81 different nationalities from all around the world.
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RTA Clinches Two Global Benchmarking, Innovation Awards
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has scooped two reputed international awards amid high local, regional and global competitors.
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DLD Signs MoU With ADIB
Dubai Land Department (DLD) recently signed a banking solutions memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) for the transaction services of the ’Tarweej’ real estate promotion initiative.
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Federal Tax Authority Outlines 4 Methods For Input Tax Apportionment For Businesses Making Mixed Supplies (Taxable & Exempt)
In a press statement issued today, the Authority explained that the guide detailed four methods available for taxpayers on Input Tax apportionment, namely, the outputs-based method, transaction count method, floorspace method, and the sectoral method.
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