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Dubai establishes network of tourism industry stakeholder forums
Sunday, February 15, 2015Increased communications and knowledge sharing will enhance existing partnerships and build new relationships geared towards driving tourism growth Dubai, UAE, 12 February, 2015: Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) has concluded the first in a series of stakeholder engagement committees designed to increase communications and knowledge sharing between key sectors of the emirate’s… Untitled
UAE announces $1 million award for best robot invention
Thursday, February 12, 2015In a major announcement, the UAE government has revealed plans to reward innovations in artificial intelligence and robotics. Announcing a prize of $1 million for the best innovators, the government is inviting individuals, companies and students to participate in the award. “Innovation is the future. Either you innovate or disappear eventually. Wherever we are today,… Untitled
Dubai To Rank Among World’s Top Happiest Cities In 10 Years
Thursday, February 12, 2015Dubai’s smart city agenda will help it become of the happiest cities in the world within the next 10 years, a senior official said during the Government Summit on Tuesday. Ahmed Bin Byat, CEO of conglomerate Dubai Holding, said that he is confident the city’s drive to provide smart services will help make it happier… Untitled
Dubai To Become Centre Of The World By 2100
Thursday, February 12, 2015A population boom in Asia and Africa will make Dubai an important global hub by 2100, an expert predicted. Dubai is set to become the centre of the world by 2100, a position that is currently held by London, according to an expert at the Government Summit in Dubai. Population booms in Asia and Africa… Untitled
Dubai Mall Sees 80m Visitors in 2014
Thursday, February 12, 2015Around 60 per cent of mall visitors last year were UAE residents and other GCC tourists while the remaining 40 per cent were tourists from across the world. The Dubai Mall saw almost 80 million visitors last year, up almost seven per cent from 75 million visitors in 2013. Visitor numbers also exceeded the footfall… Untitled
“Perceptions of Dubai” by DXB3
Thursday, February 12, 2015The exhibition “Perceptions of Dubai” by DXB3 is taking place from January 28 to February 28, 2015 at Sofitel JBR, in partnership with Alliance Française Dubai. DXB3 is an original initiative founded by Isabelle Viallaneix, artist photographer and Valerie Ward, journalist, to witness the creative essence of a vibrant place and pay tribute to the… Untitled
Uzbekistan Government presents economic strategy for 2015
Thursday, February 12, 2015The Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan convened for an extended meeting on January 16 to discuss the outcomes of socio-economic development in the country in 2014 and the crucial priorities of economic program for the year 2015. President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov delivered a keynote speech at the session.… Untitled
Working towards an energy-efficient future
Wednesday, February 11, 2015The World Future Energy Summit (WFES) is the Middle East’s largest gathering on future energy and one that drives actionable solutions to the world’s energy challenges. Now in its eighth edition, WFES 2015 was held in Abu Dhabi at ADNEC from 19 – 22 Jan 2015, and attracted upwards of 30,000 delegates from 170 different… Untitled
Government Summit kicked off on 8 Feb 2015
Wednesday, February 11, 201560 high-profile speakers to address the annual summit, 2,000 officials to participate Dubai: Top governments officials from across the country will gather at Madinat Jumeirah for the third Government Summit, starting from Monday. More than 60 high-profile speakers, including world leaders, decision-makers, ministers, CEOs, leaders in government innovation, government officials and experts will share ideas,… Untitled
Astrakhan team visits Saif Zone to boost investment
Wednesday, February 11, 2015The delegation led by Sergey N. Krzhanovskiy, deputy chairman of the government and Minister of Industry, Transport and Natural Resources of Astrakhan region, met Saud Salim Al Mazrouei, director of Sharjah Airport International Free Zone Sharjah — A high-level delegation from Astrakhan region of Russia visited Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (Saif Zone) with a… Untitled
