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Princess Haya says creating Logistics Data Bank is key to helping those in need
Wednesday, February 15, 2017WAM — H.R.H. Princess Haya bint Al Hussein, Wife of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has called on governments and humanitarian organisations to create a logistics database that will provide specialised data to aid and assist affected individuals on the… Princess Haya says creating Logistics Data Bank is key to helping those in need
As early as summer 2017, Dubai skies to feature flying cars
Tuesday, February 14, 2017Passenger drones could be seen in the skies above Dubai as early as July 2017, according to the city’s Road and Transport Authority (RTA). The pilotless drones, designed to carry a weight of 100kg and a small suitcase, will have a range of 30 km, and are on track to take off within months, according… As early as summer 2017, Dubai skies to feature flying cars
Christie’s Dubai March auction to showcase best of modern and contemporary art from region
Tuesday, February 14, 2017Running in its 11th consecutive year, Christie’s March auction will be one of the largest to date showcasing the very best of modern and contemporary art from the region, in particular the concurrent themes and images that were tackled across Iran, Iraq, Lebanon and Egypt. A total of 114 artists will have access to the… Christie’s Dubai March auction to showcase best of modern and contemporary art from region
OSN unveils new prices and new packs
Tuesday, February 14, 2017OSN today reinforced its position as the region’s leading entertainment network, launching new prices and new packs that will bring its unmatched breadth of world-class content to hundreds of thousands more subscribers. The game-changing prices and packs are the first steps in a customer-first strategy that defines the ambitions of a #newOSN. The company is… OSN unveils new prices and new packs
HH Sheikh Mohammed attends launch of World Bank’s global education platform
Tuesday, February 14, 2017In the presence of Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, World Bank Group President Jim Yong Kim has launched a global education platform that gathers annually during the World Government Summit, with the aim of supporting education worldwide, and support children… HH Sheikh Mohammed attends launch of World Bank’s global education platform
IMF enjoys a strong relationship with the UAE, says MD Christine Lagarde
Tuesday, February 14, 2017WAM – Christine Lagarde, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), issued the following statement today at the conclusion of her visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE): “It has been a great pleasure to visit the UAE again and engage with its leaders and people. During my visit, I met with His Highness… IMF enjoys a strong relationship with the UAE, says MD Christine Lagarde
UAE National Sports Day on 16th Feb. key to love and fraternity among its 200 nationalities
Tuesday, February 14, 2017WAM — Several sports and public dignitaries as well as business leaders have voiced the importance of participation in the UAE National Sports Day, on 16th February, as it has shaped into a prominent event that showcases the true sense of national identity and opens the door for all people to contribute civilised images depicting… UAE National Sports Day on 16th Feb. key to love and fraternity among its 200 nationalities
BMW 540i Sport Line at Abu Dhabi Motors
Tuesday, February 14, 2017Offered by BMW Abu Dhabi Motors, BMW’s biggest dealership in the world, the new luxury sedan is making its local sales debut in 540i Sport Line version, which brings a plethora of goodies. Aside from the Sport Line package, it features optional 20-inch BMW Individual two-tone V-Spoke wheels with Pirelli P Zero tires and a… BMW 540i Sport Line at Abu Dhabi Motors
Svetlana Kuznetsova eyes 2017 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships trophy
Monday, February 13, 2017After three finals appearances over thirteen years, tour veteran Svetlana Kuznetsova has set her sights on finally laying claim to the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships trophy. The 31 year old Russian has fallen just short on three occasions, finishing as runner-up to Justine Henin in 2004, Elena Dementieva in 2008 and Caroline Wozniacki in… Svetlana Kuznetsova eyes 2017 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships trophy
2016 was a year of sustained growth for Etihad Airways
Monday, February 13, 2017Etihad Airways delivered another year of sustained growth in 2016, helped by new aircraft, additional frequencies and the introduction of further world-class products. The airline carried 18.5 million guests during the year, up six per cent on 2015. The airline was also part of the evolution of Etihad Aviation Group, a wider aviation and tourism… 2016 was a year of sustained growth for Etihad Airways
