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Smart Dubai launches citywide implementation of blockchain
The Smart Dubai Office, a government body responsible for implementing innovative technologies in the emirate, has officially launched a citywide implementation of blockchain, it announced at a press conference on Tuesday.
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Dubai Culture Commissions Locally-based Artists to Design its Evocative, Heritage-Inspired Stand for Art Dubai
Dubai Culture has enjoyed a longstanding and fruitful partnership with Art Dubai, which is now into its eleventh successful edition.
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US Flight Cancellations due to winter storm Stella
Due to the potential impact of winter storm Stella on flight operations at US East Coast airports, several Emirates flights scheduled to operate on 14 March have been delayed or cancelled.
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SICO UAE becomes Member of Nasdaq Dubai’s expanding market to trade equities
Securities & Investment Company UAE (SICO UAE) has joined Nasdaq Dubai as a Member to trade equities, in order to provide its clients with new investment opportunities on the region’s rapidly expanding international exchange.
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Dubai Cares urges community to empower underprivileged children and young people with education
As part of its future plans, Dubai Cares will increase its focus on funding interventions in areas where governments have limited resources or are unable to provide services in situations of conflict, natural disasters and epidemics to support the most vulnerable children and young people.
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Dubai Culture Sheds Light on the Iconic Etihad Museum Architecture and Design
Visitors at the recently opened Etihad Museum will find the Dubai waterfront to have been completely transformed; it is now home to the nation’s newest and most sensational landmark, which is proudly managed by Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture).
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DEWA shares best experiences and practices in energy with Schneider Electric
In response, the delegation presented their latest line of smart solutions, which relies on artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), open and big data, cloud systems, and smart grids.
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DXB Wows passengers with the world’s fastest free airport Wi-Fi
Dubai Airports has unleashed the world’s fastest free wi-fi connection at an airport to millions of passengers that travel through DXB each month. Aptly named WOW-Fi, the service provides internet connection up to a staggering 100mbps surpassing all other airports.
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Dubai Future Academy Launches ’Future Design’ Executive Education Program for Executive Leaders
The Dubai Future Academy has concluded its Future Design executive education program, which seeks to train executives from both the public and private sectors and prepare them to adapt to the technologies of the future, such as robotics, artificial intelligence, Blockchain.
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Dubai Customs welcomes 1,000 seamen and boat commanders to "Sufrat Al Khair (Feast of Giving)
Dubai Customs organized "Sufrat Al Khair (Feast of Giving) initiative which targeted more than a 1,000 seamen, boat commanders and owners of dhows at Dubai Creek.
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Emirates launches flights to Newark via Athens
Emirates has commenced daily passenger service between Newark Liberty International Airport and Dubai International Airport, via Athens International Airport.
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RTA’s innovation lab discusses Blockchain Technology, impact on RTA Strategy
"Holding this lab is in line with Dubai Digital Strategy (Blockchain) launched by HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai Crown Prince and Chairman of the Executive Council; the first of its kind worldwide.
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Dubai Culture and ArtintheCity Announce the Selected Artists for the Eleventh Edition of ArtBus 2017
Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, has selected three UAE-based artists - Dina Saadi, Safiya Mohammed and Sultan Al Ramahi - to design the artwork which will be showcased on ArtBus 2017.
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A One-Stop Shop for a Unique Cultural Experience at Al Marmoom Heritage Village
Banking on the success of last year’s attendance that saw thousands of visitors flock to the venue, organisers of the Al Marmoom Heritage Village are preparing to welcome residents and tourists from March 20 to April 18 this year.
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Dubai Taxi rents 119 smart school buses to Nasser Al Razooqi Group
The Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC), Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has inked an agreement with Nasser Al Razooqi Trading Group whereby the DTC would rent out 119 smart school buses to support the Group in this vital field; enabling the serving of two private schools.
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Dubai Chamber highlights Dubai’s strong trade links with Africa at global conference in London
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently participated in the Investing in Africa conference in London, which was organised by the Wall Street Journal and attended by global investors, businessmen, government officials, and decision-makers.
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UAE Gender Balance Council discusses initiatives for 2017 and showcases its achievements for the year
Other topics discussed during the meeting included the action plan for the Gender Balance Index, the Council’s key achievements in early 2017, as well as the Council’s strategy and plans for the next three months.
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Expo 2020 Dubai teams up with DEWA to develop sustainability
Expo 2020 Dubai has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) to become an Official Sustainable Energy Partner.
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GRI invites DEWA to join the Standards Pioneers program
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has been invited by the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) to be part of the Standards Pioneers programme, which brings together the leading global organisations in sustainability.
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Jumeirah Central makes international debut at MIPIM 2017, world’s leading property show
At MIPIM, Jumeirah Central will be showcasing its complete masterplan at Stand C16.A and presenting investment opportunities in a bouquet of products including premium, Grade A international-style office buildings.
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Dubai’s Nakheel descends on MIPIM with USD1.6 billion worth of real estate
Dubai-based master developer Nakheel is heading to France with USD1.6 billion worth of real estate to target international investors at MIPIM, the world’s premier real estate summit.
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Hamdan bin Mohammed approves low-income housing policy for Dubai
Present at the meeting was Second Deputy Chairman of the Executive Council Sheikh Ahmad Bin Saeed Al Maktoum and members of the council.
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Al Tayer & Al Marri attend opening events of Gulf Traffic Week in City Walk
Al Tayer and Al Marri toured the traffic awareness stand of the RTA, which included several sections, where they were briefed by Hussain Al Banna, Executive Director of Traffic, Traffic & Roads Agency, RTA.
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DEWA organises workshop in cooperation with Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership
HE Saeed Mohammad Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA, expressed his sincere thanks and appreciation to CISL for their continuous and fruitful cooperation with DEWA in establishing global leadership models and promoting sustainability as a corporate and social culture.
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Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2017 Comes to a Successful Close
The annual Emirates Airline Festival of Literature rounded off nine days of literary excitement with a number of authors sharing anecdotes of their Festival journey.
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Jumeirah Central makes international debut at MIPIM 2017, world’s leading property show
At MIPIM, Jumeirah Central will be showcasing its complete masterplan at Stand C16.A and presenting investment opportunities in a bouquet of products including premium, Grade A international-style office buildings.
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Dubai Land Department is a strategic partner for the Middle East Facilities Management Conference (MEFMA)
Dubai Land Department (DLD) will provide support for the Middle East Facilities Management Conference (MEFMA) through its strategic partnership with the Middle East Facilities Management Association (MEFMA).
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Dubai’s Nakheel descends on MIPIM with USD1.6 billion worth of real estate
Dubai-based master developer Nakheel is heading to France with USD1.6 billion worth of real estate to target international investors at MIPIM, the world’s premier real estate summit.
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Dubai Culture Commissions Young Emirati Designers to Create its Stand for Design Days Dubai
Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, has commissioned two young Emirati interior designers to create its stand for Design Days Dubai 2017 - the Middle East and South Asia’s only collectible design fair.
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Dubai Cares’ 3rd community engagement initiative during the ’Year of Giving 2017’
Speaking on this latest edition of Volunteer Emirates, Tariq Al Gurg, Chief Executive Officer at Dubai Cares said: "Dubai Cares is working towards ensuring that children have the caliber of education that shapes their future, by providing them with an environment that inspires their curiosity.
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Expo 2020 Dubai and Jafza up to offer Emirati youth more work training opportunities
Expo 2020 Dubai’s successful Apprenticeship Programme is being integrated with a corresponding scheme at Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) to give even more young Emiratis the chance to take a positive first step on the career ladder.
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27.7% Increase in Net Profit of Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority in 2016
The organization registered AED518 million in recurring revenue by end-2016, representing a 9.4 percent increase compared to 2015. DSOA also earned AED234.7 million in net profit, in 2016, achieving a 27.7 percent growth over the previous year.
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RTA hoists flag of Hamdan bin Mohammed Program for Smart Govt. for second time
Several CEOs and Directors of RTA as well as officials of the Dubai Executive Council attended the flag-hoisting event.
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DEWA launches Shams Dubai Solar Rollers competition for high school students in Dubai
In line with the directives of the UAE’s wise leadership to promote innovation and creativity in the clean and renewable energy sector.
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Chevron Readers’ Cup Winners Crowned at Emirates Airline Festival of Literature
Avid readers battled it out at the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature yesterday to be crowned reading champions. The Chevron Readers’ Cup wrapped up a successful sixth edition after the fiercely contested preliminary rounds saw more than 2000 students from schools around the GCC participating.
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DEWA hosts visit and participation of Dr. Fred Kofman in workshop on leadership development
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) welcomed Dr Fred Kofman, Vice President of Leadership and Organisational Development at Linkedin, who recently took part in a special workshop at the Raffles Dubai, about Executive Leadership Transformation.
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RTA names 3 more centers for testing classic vehicles as of March 15
"This step conforms to RTA’s strategy aimed to streamline the movement of these vehicles on roads in accordance with the approved technical standards.
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DWC welcomes the first Korean Air’s flight
Dubai World Central (DWC), Dubai’s second international airport, achieved a new milestone on Wednesday when it welcomed its first scheduled A380 passenger flight - Korean Air’s flight KE9951 from Incheon International Airport in South Korea.
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Winners of Fourth Qasidah par Coeur Performance Poetry Competition Declared During UAE 2017 Month of Reading
Students from across the UAE participated in the finals of the fourth annual Qasidah par Coeur Performance Poetry Competition at the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature, with a winner in each language declared after an intense judging session.
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DEWA to implement second consecutive Carbon Neutral Emissions initiative for Earth Hour 2017
"DEWA has consistently supported Dubai’s efforts to raise public awareness on various environmental issues by adopting and launching several relevant initiatives and projects.
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Dubai Culture and Emirates Airline Festival of Literature Bring Poetry to the Desert with fifth Edition of ’Desert Stanzas’
Saeed Al Nabouda, Acting Director General of Dubai Culture & Arts Authority, commented: "The desert will forever remain a resonant symbol of Emirati heritage and culture, which was born among the sand dunes.
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RTA gears up for Gulf Traffic Week, holds creative events at City Walk and workers quarters
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai is all set for the start of the Gulf Traffic Week (12-16 March 2017) under the theme: ’Your Life is A Trust.’ RTA’s events will focus on pedestrian safety in line with its yearlong strategy targeting all road users.
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Nasdaq Dubai and Bourse de Tunis sign MoU for collaboration on listings and Islamic finance solutions
Nasdaq Dubai and Bourse de Tunis have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore collaboration possibilities, including initiatives regarding existing and future issuers and listings on the two exchanges.
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151 million riders used public transport in Dubai in 2016
The Public Transport Agency, Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai revealed that its public buses had lifted 151.1 million riders last year. The sector is witnessing steady growth and increasingly becoming important in the daily movement of people between their workplaces & homes.
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Crown Prince visits interactive exhibition
Sheikh Hamdan toured the exhibition’s pavilions and was briefed by exhibitors about their exhibits that includes innovative programs and projects that were originated by students from different educational institutes.
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GE to set up shop at the newly opened Dubai South Aerospace Supply Chain
The Aerospace Supply Chain facility at Dubai South’s Aviation District is also in line with the focus of the Dubai Industrial Strategy, launched last June, by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
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flydubai celebrates International Women’s Day
flydubai today celebrated International Women’s Day with an all-female crew operating flights FZ001/FZ002 between Dubai and Doha.
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Emirates Group Marks International Women’s Day
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Emirates Group Chairman and Chief Executive, HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, expressed his appreciation to the women in Emirates’ and dnata’s workforce for their dedication and contribution.
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Dubai students discover ’Treasures of Hatta’
Students worked together with international experts to connect with locals from Hatta and learn first-hand through stories and experiences. The programme focuses on improving life-skills and continues until March 18.
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Women enjoy a secure, stable and encouraging environment at DEWA
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) celebrated International Women’s Day 2017 under the theme "Women in the Changing World of Work: Planet 50:50 by 2030." Women enjoy a secure, stable environment, which allows them to grow their skills and abilities.
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RTA offers exclusive services to female employees marking International Women’s Day
HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has attended RTA’’s celebration of the International Women’s Day, corresponding to March 8 each year.
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Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2017 Officially Welcomes Authors to Dubai
The official Emirates Airline Festival of Literature Welcome Ceremony took place yesterday at the recently launched Etihad Museum. The special event Love Letters to the UAE welcomed the majority of the 184 attending authors at this historic venue who then had the chance to tour the museum.
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Dubai Customs celebrates International Women’s Day
Sultan bin Sulayem, DP World Group Chairman & CEO and Chairman of Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation congratulated UAE women on the International Women’s Day which is celebrated worldwide today, 8 March.
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Trading Technologies Connects to Dubai Gold & Commodities Exchange
This new connection to DGCX also provides TT’s current customers with access to the leading derivatives exchange in the Middle East and the only exchange-traded Indian Rupee options product offered outside India.
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MBRF, Emirates Islamic sign agreement
The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation, MBRF, has signed an agreement with Emirates Islamic Bank, whereby both parties will collaborate to support efforts to mark the Year of Giving 2017.
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Dubai Future Foundation hosts "Keynote 2017" World Blockchain Forum
The Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) held the second annual World Blockchain Forum along with Keynote conferences on Monday, March 6, 2017, at Dubai’s Burj Al Arab, attracting scores of high-profile speakers.
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RTA opens registrations for Hamdan Bin Mohammed Award for Innovation in Project Management
The Award targets the international business community, including specialists and experts in project management, as well as individuals, teams and institutions involved in project management, programs or project portfolios.
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4th Advanced Conference on Trade Compliance in the Middle East discusses boosting customs practice in the GCC
The 4th advanced conference on Trade Compliance in the Middle East has discussed ways to enhance customs practice in the GCC towards ensuring reduced cost of trading and increased compliance with trade regulations.
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Dubai Airports Celebrates Women in Leadership to Mark International Women’s Day
Dubai Airports today reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating the advancement of women in the workplace and celebrated progress to date to mark International Women’s Day. International Women’s Day (March 8) is a day which globally celebrates the social, economic.
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Emirates Airline Festival of Literature allocates a session to discuss Sheikh Mohammed’s book Reflections on Positivity and Happiness
Reflections on Happiness and Positivity is the latest book by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai.
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Dubai General Secretariat of The Executive Council and Emirates Literature Foundation announce winners of the Librarian of the Year Award
The General Secretariat of The Executive Council of Dubai and Emirates Literature Foundation awarded the 10 winners of the School Librarian of the Year Award for their transformative work in encouraging students to read.
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MBRSC highlights 18 educational initiatives on Space Science, Research and Technology
’MBRSC is making every effort and utilising all its capabilities to develop young people’s skills and qualifications with respect to space science, research and technology,’ Al Shaibani concluded.
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Dubai Chamber announces deadline for Dubai Smartpreneur Competition
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced March 28 as the deadline for receiving applications for the second edition of the Dubai Smartpreneur Competition, which was launched recently in cooperation with the Smart Dubai Office.
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Dubai Culture Supports ’Year of Giving 2017’ with a Cultural Initiative
Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, has demonstrated its support for the ’Year of Giving 2017’ with a cultural initiative that donated books to 200 orphans.
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25 social media influencers visit Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park
The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park is the largest single-site solar park in the world. The total capacity of the solar park will reach 5,000MW by 2030, with total investments of AED 50 billion. By the time the solar park is completed.
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Staff of Passenger Operations Department at DXB build a mosque in Sudan
Falah Khalil Al Sammak, Airport Terminal 2 Senior Manager said these initiatives reaffirm the genuine and great trends of giving adopted by the wise leadership of the UAE.
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DFSA Strengthens Dubai’s Financial Technology Proposition
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) is enhancing its contribution to Dubai’s position as the leading regional leading hub for innovation through the publication of new a FinTech consultation paper.
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Dubai Customs wins El Baz Award for 3rd time
Dubai Customs won The El Baz Award for Excellence in Organizational Sustainability under the public sector category for the third time.
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RTA introduces Smart Yard to test drivers at Dubai Driving Center, Al Khail Br
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the introduction of the Smart Yard for testing light driver license applicants at Dubai Driving Center, Al Khail Branch, Al Quoz Industrial Area. The test will use new technology on board a light vehicle fitted with a manual gear.
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RTA introduces diversions on Umm Al-Sheef, Latifa bint Hamdan and Al-Zomorrud streets
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai announced that several traffic diversions would be undertaken on both sides of Sheikh Zayed Road, between Interchanges 2 and 3 starting Friday, March 10.
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Dubai Culture to Showcase the Emirate’s Flourishing Arts and Cultural Scene on Global Stage at ITB Berlin
His Excellency Saeed Al Nabouda, Acting Director General of Dubai Culture & Arts Authority, commented: "ITB Berlin offers us a unique and valuable platform for promoting Dubai’s flourishing artistic and cultural scene on the global stage.
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DEWA exempts Emirati condolence tents from electricity connection fees and provides 3 free water tanks
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) will exempt Emirati condolence tents from electricity connection fees and will provide one complimentary water tank each day for the three-day mourning period. This is part of DEWA’s efforts to support the Year of Giving initiative.
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Electric car on a zero emissions 34,000 km journey fuels Dubai Airports’ green mobility event
An electric car that is on a 34,000 kilometre zero-emission road trip - from the Netherlands to Australia - and has been driven through 22 countries, stopped by at Dubai International to refuel and support Dubai Airports’ green mobility event on March 2.
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Dubai Customs gears up to launch ’Knowledge Assets Registration Project’
Dubai Customs has finalized preparations for the launch of its Knowledge Assets Registration Project. The ultimate goal is to identify, capture and manage these knowledge assets while protecting the organization’s intellectual property rights for all of its inventions and creations.
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UAE Cabinet launches National Strategy for Year of Giving during extraordinary meeting
For his part, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said: "Dedicating the Year of Giving to the UAE martyrs is the greatest motivation to step up our efforts towards fulfilling its goals. The UAE was established in the spirit of giving and is led by people who love to give."
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Smart Dubai Office to be official city partner for the World BlockChain forum
Smart Dubai, the government office driving Dubai’s citywide smart transformation with a vision to make Dubai the happiest city on Earth, is announced as the official City Partner for the World Blockchain Forum being held at the Burj Al Arab, Dubai on March 6th, 2017.
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DED and Omniyat launch ’Tarmeem’ to support education for the disadvantaged
The Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai along with Omniyat, a Dubai-based developer, has launched ’Tarmeem,’ an initiative to undertake varied community development projects during 2017, which is the ’Year of Giving’ in the UAE.
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DFM launches trading platform for ETFs
The Dubai Financial Market (DFM) has launched a trading platform for exchange-traded funds (ETFs).
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Dubai Culture Announces SIKKA Art Fair 2017 Programme
Showcasing GCC, Emirati and UAE-based artists, SIKKA Art Fair invites visitors to become part of the region’s cultural mosaic, with the 2017 edition featuring all-new ’SIKKA Around The City’ initiatives and exciting collective ventures for the first time ever.
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Inaugural Dubai International Publishing Conference Begins Today
The programme includes sessions discussing print, digital and audio publishing and examining the importance of access to books for the visually impaired, the Conference is holding a Translation Matchmaking session on the second day.
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Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein visits INDEMAJ School in Ajman
Government of Dubai Media Office- 5 March 2017: 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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DAFZA achieves 16 per cent net profit growth in 2016
The Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) performed strongly in 2016, achieving 16 per cent net profit growth and posting a 2 per cent growth in its total revenue and a 28 per cent increase in its total assets and a 3% rise in EBID.
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RTA marks March as the ’Month of Reading’ with smart app, audio books for the disabled
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is poised to launch several initiatives and events in March this year celebrating it as a ’Month of Reading.’
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Global experts to assess market conditions and outlook for gold at 2017 Dubai Precious Metals Conference
Despite a challenging performance towards the end of last year, precious metals gained 11.71% over 2016, driven by economic volatility and political uncertainty in many regions of the world.
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MD & CEO discusses closer ties with General Electric
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), received a high-level delegation from US company GE, at DEWA’s main office.
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Dubai Customs wins CSR Golden Peacock Award for the 3rd year in a row
Dubai Customs won the international CSR Golden Peacock Award in its third cycle 2016 for the 3rd year in a row. This comes in recognition of Dubai Customs’ distinctive efforts in supporting sustainability around the globe.
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Al Murr, Al Gargawi and Al Tayer honor entities, teams accomplished Etihad Museum
HE Mohammed Ahmed Al Murr - Chairman of Etihad Museum Advisory Committee, HE Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Gargawi - Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Future cum Member of Etihad Museum Advisory Committee.
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DEWA wins four categories at Gulf Sustainability and CSR Awards
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has won four awards at the Gulf Sustainability and CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Awards.
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Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2017 Starts Today
Dubai welcomes authors from 33 nations to Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2017 today. The Festival takes place over nine days from 3-11 March and is held during the UAE’s 2017 Month of Reading.
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DEWA launches fifth phase of Beyond Customers Expectations programme
As part of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority’s (DEWA) efforts to provide customers with services that exceed their expectations, DEWA launched the fifth phase of its ’Beyond Customers Expectations programme’.
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Dubai Municipality discuesses cooperation with Ireland’s Minister for Agriculture
Ireland has voiced its interest in making Dubai the re-export hub of Irish food and dairy products.
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Smart Dubai showcases key smart initiative at Mobile World Congress 2017 in Spain
During the presentation, H.E. Dr. Bin Bishr said: "Our vision is to make Dubai the happiest city on earth with a pledge to ensure the happiness of its people in everything we do.
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Dubai Healthcare City signs MoU with DMCC
The agreement aims to define cooperation mechanisms between the two parties, said the DHCA, which is the governing body of the DHCC free zone.
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Al Futtaim Carillion to build Theme Districts within the Expo 2020 Dubai site
Al Futtaim Carillion, a Dubai-based company, will be the main contractor for the key development of the three Theme Districts at Expo 2020 Dubai.
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RTA to crackdown on malpractices relating to public buses
RTA’s Public Transport Agency confirmed that a number of malpractices amongst public bus riders reduced in January and February of this year compared to the same duration of last year.
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Dubai has made history through its efforts to tackle climate change
Global warming is worsening and urgently requires the attention of the international community. Climate change is rapidly becoming the largest challenge facing the world today, and poses dangerous threats for our future.
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Nasdaq Dubai welcomes listing of USD 1 billion Sukuk by government of Hong Kong
The Hong Kong government’s latest Sukuk listed on Nasdaq Dubai on March 1, 2017.
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DMCA launches ’Shorkum’ initiative
The Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) has launched’Shorkum’initiative targeted at enhancing communication and motivating point of views related to appropriate maritime affairs.
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Dubai Municipality launches Smart Flower solar panel
A flower-shaped solar panel that can reorient itself to face sunlight has been announced by Dubai Municipality.
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3000 people participate in a walk organised by Dubai Sports Council in Hatta
More than 3000 people participated in a walk organised in Hatta by Dubai Sports Council as part of the Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Community Sports Initiative. People of various age groups from Hatta and its outlying areas took part in the walk held on Tuesday 28 February.
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Dubai Parks and Resorts premieres special rate for UAE residents
The UAE Resident Rate tickets will give friends and family across the UAE the chance to experience more rides, attractions and shows than anywhere else in the Middle East.
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INJAZ UAE and Tejar Dubai kick off new cycle of the Annual Company Program
INJAZ UAE and Tejar Dubai, joined forces to kick off the annual global Company Program Competition cycle at the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s head office on Tuesday, launching high school teams as part of an entrepreneurship accelerator event.
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DEWA gets CERs accreditation for L Station TESTIAC project
"The project is the first of its kind in the region, and adheres to the clean development mechanism of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.
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RTA auctions off distinctive plates on March 11
In its 94th Open Auction, the first in 2017, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is offering a galaxy of striking licensing plates comprising two, three, four and five-digit codes.
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Dubai Islamic Bank rings bell to celebrate listing USD 1 billion Sukuk on Nasdaq Dubai
DIB is the UAE’s largest Islamic bank and a pioneer globally in promoting Islamic financing solutions. This issuance carries the additional accolade of being the largest ever such transaction by an Islamic bank in the history of Islamic capital markets.
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Crown Prince tours Dubai International Boat Show
Crown Prince of Dubai Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, toured today the 25th edition of Dubai International Boat Show at the Dubai International Marine Club.
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HBMSU becomes 1st in Middle East and Africa region to be recognized for ISO 22301 compliance
Dr. Al Awar said: "The certifications are the latest addition to the string of awards and recognitions HBMSU continues to receive from internationally-accredited organizations.
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Emirates NBD Backs Dubai SME to breathe new life into water sustainability
One of the UAE’s biggest banks has signed up with a Dubai SME to provide four-year, interest-free payments for buyers of revolutionary machines which literally convert air into water.
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DSP And Sanofi Announce Partnership to Tackle Rare Diseases in the Middle East
The MoU will bring together DSP, the region’s leading community for research and innovation in the sciences, and Sanofi-Aventis Groupe to cooperate, collaborate, and help shape the environment of rare diseases in the Middle East region.
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Dubai Real Estate Institute Advances the Region’s Real Estate Markets
Dubai Real Estate Institute (DREI), the educational arm of Dubai Land Department (DLD), has made essential contributions towards spreading knowledge and culture all across the real estate market.
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Dubai Customs launches Jawab service on social platforms
Musabih thanked the Customs Development Division for launching this innovative service.
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DEWA launches Innovators Series to develop its human resources and instil a culture of innovation
DEWA announced the launch of a new project titled ’Innovators Series’, as part of efforts to develop the abilities of human resources, to instil a culture of creativity and innovation and improve government work in all fields.
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Union National Bank is the first partner to join the Environment Endowment Fund
Earlier this month, the launch of the Environment Endowment Fund (EEF) initiative was announced in light of 2017 being declared the ’Year of Giving’ in the UAE.
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Ahmed bin Saeed Lays Foundation Stone of Silicon Park Project
Hosted under the patronage and presence of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the unveiling ceremony was attended by Dr Mohammed Alzarooni, Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of DSOA, and senior management from DSOA.
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RTA announces completion of 29 smart initiatives
HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced that the RTA had accomplished 29 initiatives as part of the Smart City project.
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Dubai Chamber briefing highlights growth prospects for UAE food and beverage sector
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry hosted the Gulfood Breakfast Briefing at its premises on Monday, which was attended by 250 delegates from 36 countries, as well as several ambassadors and representatives from Dubai’s business community.
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DEWA receives European Specification Certificate from Lloyds Register for its Innovation Management Systems
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) received the European Specification Certificate on Innovation Management Systems (CEN / TS 16555-1-2013), from British organisation Lloyds Register, for its preparation and application of an integrated system for innovation management.
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France confirms commitment to join growing band of nations to sign up for Expo 2020 Dubai
France, which gave the world one of the most enduring symbols of World Expos - the Eiffel Tower - has confirmed its commitment to Expo 2020 Dubai, joining a growing number of nations who have publicly announced their participation.
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DEWA to build 97 new 132/11kV substations to meet future energy demand
DEWA plans to build 97 new 132/11 kilovolt (kV) substations over the next three years, at a projected cost of AED 10 billion. This supports the directives of the wise leadership, and shows DEWA’s commitment to meeting growing demand for energy in Dubai.
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Careem app activated to run online taxi booking service in Dubai
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announces the start of the online taxi booking service in Dubai via Careem app. 10 thousand vehicles operated by six franchised companies that run the service.
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Dubai Customs Bags International Award In CSR
"This award is one of many accolades and recognitions Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) already has. It’s a clear indication of how important CSR to us is. We are an integral part of the national economy and this reflects in us contributing towards a better society as well.
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Dubai Chamber forum seeks to strengthen UAE-Latvia ties
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry hosted the UAE-Latvia Business forum at its premises on Sunday, which focused on enhancing trade relations and economic cooperation between the two countries.
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Dubai Silicon Oasis Receives Golf GTE hybrid models from Volkswagen Dubai
Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), the regulatory body for Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the integrated free zone technology park, has today received two Golf GTE plug-in hybrid models from Al Nabooda Automobiles, the official distributor of Volkswagen in Dubai and the Northern Emirates.
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Tariq Al Gurg receives the PAM Award in recognition of his commitment to quality education for all
During the 11th Plenary Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Mediterranean (PAM) held in Porto city, Portugal, from 23-24 February 2017, Tariq Al Gurg, Chief Executive Officer at Dubai Cares, received the 2016 PAM Award in recognition of his strong and visible commitment.
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Dubai Customs showcases its innovations at Cargo and Personnel Screening Conference
Experts from law enforcement organizations and the private sector took part in the event. The participants highlighted the importance of electronic linkage between the GCC customs administrations, being members of a federal customs union.
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Jafza participates at Gulfood Exhibition
Jafza will be participating at the Gulfood Exhibition from 26 February to 2 March at Dubai World Trade Centre, meeting some of the leading companies from the F&B sector who are planning to locate in the region.
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Africa Finance Corporation carries out USD 150 million Sukuk transaction on Nasdaq Dubai Murabaha platform
Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) has carried out a 150 million US dollar Islamic financing transaction on the Murabaha platform of Nasdaq Dubai, the international financial exchange serving the Middle East and Africa.
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DEWA’s Rammas AI service scores highest response rate on DEWA’s smart app, website and Facebook
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) launched its Rammas artificial intelligence service on 18 January 2017. Rammas engages with customers through real-time conversations, to answer their inquiries and assist them.
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Dewa dicusses cooperation with Chinese companies in energy sector
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) received H.E. Ms. Li Ling Bing, the Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Dubai.
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RTA succeeds in renewing ISO Quality Management System Certificate 2017
"Renewing ISO 9001:2008 Certification of Quality Management System epitomizes RTA’s commitment to the principles and management systems of quality, and its keenness to implement the highest standards in this regard."
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Mansoor bin Mohammed opens DEWA’s Innovation Centre
HH Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Higher Committee for the Protection of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, has opened DEWA’s Innovation Centre at the premises of the Dubai Rehabilitation Centre for Disabled (DRCD) in Al Qusais, Dubai.
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RTA discusses with Ericsson advancing technological services
At the start of the meeting, Abdullah Al Madani, CEO of Corporate Technology Support Services Sector at the RTA commended the key role of Ericsson in telecommunications & smart technologies as a long-standing business boasting of global expertise in this regard.
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Expo 2020 to serve the world a taste of UAE
This is the second of up to 40 licensed product categories put out to tender by Expo following the launch last month of a campaign to find its manufacturers of souvenirs.
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Mohammed bin Rashid tasks MBRSC to lead Mars 2117 project
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai has issued directive to The Mohammad Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) to lead the Mars 2117 project and prepare a 100-year plan for its implementation.
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Hamdan bin Mohammed inaugurates Zabeel Healthcare Center
The Zabeel Primary Healthcare Centre recently received a Joint Commission International accreditation with excellence and zero findings.
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Dubai Future Academy Launches Its First Training Program
The Dubai Future Academy has launched its first training program - the Future Design Diploma - in its Office of the Future in Dubai, the world’s first 3D-printed office. The program is designed to develop participants’ future forecasting and planning skills.
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Nayif-1 transmits its first message from space in Arabic a quote by Mohammed bin Rashid
The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) announced that Nayif-1 has transmitted its first message in Arabic from space - a quote by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
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DEWA’s Smart Centre achieves remarkable results in strengthening adoption rate of smart services
DEWA’s Smart Centre aims to involve customers in improving services, designing future services, and to increase the adoption of smart services.
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PCFC seeks role model in global corporate communication and industry specialized media
This diligent and very focused communication enterprise has yielded not only increased visibility for PCFC in the global media, but also and most importantly strong engagement and interaction with a wider global public.
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Dubai Free Zone Council Approves Strategic Plan, Reviews Achievements of 2016
In his capacity as Chairman of Dubai Free Zone (DFZ) Council, His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and Chairman of the Emirates Group, presided over the fifth council meeting.
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RTA completes Phase I of Smart Parking Project at Al Rigga, Trade Center localities
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has unleashed the initial phase of the Smart Parking Project covering controlled parking at Al-Rigga and the World Trade Center areas on the Sheikh Zayed Road.
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Al Ramz Capital becomes market maker for Nasdaq Dubai equities and equity futures
Al Ramz Capital, one of the most active brokerages in the UAE, has become a market maker on Nasdaq Dubai for equities and equity futures, in the latest expansion of the trading infrastructure of the region’s international financial exchange.
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Dubai Police exhibit smart services at IDEX 2017
The Dubai Police General HQ, represented by the General Department of Smart Services, is participating in "The International Defence Exhibition and Conference, IDEX 2017", which is held from 19-23 February 2017, at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre-ADNEC.
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Borse Dubai, Nasdaq Sign Landmark Market Technology Deal
Borse Dubai and Nasdaq, Inc. (Nasdaq: NDAQ) today announced a new landmark agreement to bolster the technological infrastructure of Dubai’s stock exchanges, Dubai Financial Market (DFM) and Nasdaq Dubai, and further improve post-trade practices.
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Financial Audit Department signs agreement with Morgan International to help local employees prepare for CPA
The move is part of the Department’s efforts to implement programmes to realise the leadership’s objective of enhancing the efficiency and capabilities of staff, and supporting the development of UAE national youth.
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London Court of International Arbitration awards full victory to DP World in Djibouti dispute
The international tribunal was composed of distinguished arbitrators Lord Leonard Hoffmann, Sir Richard Aikens and Peter Leaver QC.
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Al Tayer receives high-level delegation from Siemens
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), received a high-level delegation from German company Siemens, as part of efforts to strengthen cooperation with strategic partners.
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Al Tayer receives French Consul in Dubai
HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has recently received in his office HE Majdi Abed, Consul General of France in Dubai.
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Etihad Museum Receives Vast Numbers of Government and Diplomatic Representative Following its Inauguration to Public
The Etihad Museum has announced that it has received a vast number of government and diplomatic representatives from all across the UAE, following its opening to the public.
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DFM Company launches Investor Relations Smart Phone Application
The App will further enhance investor communication; further reinforce transparency level and provides investors with instant access to necessary information to take well-informed investment decisions.
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VP inaugurates UAE-made Baynunah-class corvette Al Hili
After he commissioned the new 72m-long corvette into service by raising the UAE flag on the deck, he toured the command-and-control unit and discussed the vessle’s advanced combat capabilities with Navy officers.
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Leading logistics expert, Giuseppe Saba, named CEO of International Humanitarian City
For more than a decade, Saba served as head of the UNHRD, which has aid depots in Italy, Malaysia, Ghana, Panama and Spain, in addition to the IHC, which is the largest member of the system.
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2016 represents a Year of Firsts for DIFC
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading financial hub in the $7.4 trillion Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region has celebrated a ’year of firsts’ as it today reported a strong performance for 2016.
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Dubai implements Mohammed bin Rashid’s directions to propel the city 10 years ahead of others
"Building the future and preparing for the rapidly changing times require our immediate action," said His Excellency Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, UAE Minister of Cabinet Affairs and the Future, Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees and Managing Director of the Dubai Future Foundation.
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Nakheel receives construction bids for Deira Mall
Construction proposals have been received for Deira Mall, Nakheel’s new retail, dining and entertainment hub to be built at Deira Islands in Dubai.
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VP meets Abu Dhabi Crown Prince at IDEX 2017
As they toured IDEX 2017, both H.H. Sheikh Al Maktoum and H.H. Sheikh Al Nahyan hailed the large turnout of national and foreign visitors, including members of the Gulf Cooperation Council and other Arab countries.
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Dubai Culture Hosts ’Britain Takes Shape’ to Support the 2017 UK- UAE Year of Creative Collaboration
The Authority to host the British Contemporary Design Exhibition at Design Days Dubai, a Key Event of Dubai Art Season
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Dubai Holding launches DHx to support the development of young innovative businesses in MENA region
DHx will leverage Dubai Holding’s networks, assets and strategic regional position to enable new businesses to access capital, and specific industry expertise to grow their enterprises from smaller operations into larger, global entities.
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