UAE News
Dubai Chamber opens first trade office in China
Sunday, October 30, 2016WAM — The first Dubai Chamber of Commerce trade office in China was opened on Saturday in Shanghai. As part of its strategy to reach out to promising markets and promote Dubai as a global business and trade hub, the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry opened its 7th international office in the Chinese city… Dubai Chamber opens first trade office in China
Check out World’s First Audi Sport Center in Abu Dhabi!
Sunday, October 30, 2016The world’s first standalone Audi Sport Center devoted solely to Audi’s high performance sports cars opens on the Corniche in Abu Dhabi. The Audi Sport Center, run by Ali & Son’s, the official Audi distributor for Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, will showcase its most exclusive, high performance and innovative models under one roof… Check out World’s First Audi Sport Center in Abu Dhabi!
Abu Dhabi Global Market Named as “Financial Centre of the Year”
Sunday, October 30, 2016(WAM) — Abu Dhabi Global Market, ADGM, the International Financial Centre in Abu Dhabi, has been named “Financial Centre of the Year (MENA)” by the prominent Global Investor/ISF publication. The award, presided over by a prestigious independent panel of industry judges, was presented at the 2016 MENA Capital Markets Summit and Awards. The publication commended… Abu Dhabi Global Market Named as “Financial Centre of the Year”
National Geographic Abu Dhabi premieres Leonardo DiCaprio’s ‘Before the Flood’ on 30th October, 2016
Thursday, October 27, 2016National Geographic Abu Dhabi is set to premiere ‘Before the Flood,’ a 96-minute commercial free documentary created over a two-year period that captures Academy Award-winning actor and U.N. Messenger of Peace Leonardo DiCaprio’s inspiring journey as he searches for solutions and outlines the real impact of climate change. These include increasing dangers of temperature rise… National Geographic Abu Dhabi premieres Leonardo DiCaprio’s ‘Before the Flood’ on 30th October, 2016
World’s first nature-inspired 2.2 million sq.ft. Cityland Mall set to come up near Global Village in Q2 2018
Thursday, October 27, 2016Key attraction: A ‘Central Park’ in the desert The expansive, 200,000 sq.ft. open-air garden, labelled ‘Central Park’, will be a breathing testament to nature’s rich biodiversity showcased through unique attractions, such as: mini version of the famed Miracle Garden, a mini water park, 300-year old ancient tree garden, Japanese garden, 360-degree rooftop garden, and a… World’s first nature-inspired 2.2 million sq.ft. Cityland Mall set to come up near Global Village in Q2 2018
Landmark judicial cooperation agreement boosts Sino-UAE trade ties
Thursday, October 27, 2016Trade ties between the UAE and China received a significant boost today with the signing of a landmark cooperation agreement between two of the countries’ key commercial courts. The Shanghai High People’s Court, the foremost business court in the commercial and financial centre of mainland China, and the DIFC Courts have agreed to work… Landmark judicial cooperation agreement boosts Sino-UAE trade ties
Etihad Airways virtual reality film starring Nicole Kidman wins ‘Best Original Video’ at 2016 APEX Awards
Thursday, October 27, 2016WAM — Etihad Airways’ virtual reality film, starring Academy Award-winner Nicole Kidman, has won Best Original Video at the 2016 APEX Awards which were presented in Singapore this week. The five-minute feature, ‘Reimagine’, takes viewers on a multi-sensory journey following Miss Kidman through an Etihad Airways’ Airbus A380 on a virtual flight between Abu Dhabi… Etihad Airways virtual reality film starring Nicole Kidman wins ‘Best Original Video’ at 2016 APEX Awards
Abu Dhabi Investment Authority opens office in Hong Kong
Thursday, October 27, 2016WAM — The Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, ADIA, today announced the opening of an office in Hong Kong, marking its first on-the-ground presence in the territory. It also announced the appointment of Dong-Sinh Ngo as Chief Representative, Asia Pacific, based in Hong Kong. ADIA Hong Kong will act as a platform for ADIA to broaden… Abu Dhabi Investment Authority opens office in Hong Kong
Sharjah National Hotels, SNH, has recorded growth of 42 percent
Thursday, October 27, 2016Sharjah National Hotels, SNH, has recorded growth of 42 percent in the third quarter of 2016 compared to the same period last year, after the recent introduction of purchasing initiatives. Ian Phillips, Acting Chief Executive Officer for Sharjah National Hotels, said, “Throughout the third-quarter, the majority of guests staying at Hotel Holiday International, Marbella Resort,… Sharjah National Hotels, SNH, has recorded growth of 42 percent
Dubai billionaire Alabbar plans Middle East messaging app
Thursday, October 27, 2016Billionaire Mohamed Alabbar, one of Dubai’s most prominent businessmen, plans a phone messaging service for the Middle East that aims to compete with services such as WhatsApp, reported Gulfbusiness. Alabbar, who made his fortune as the chairman of Dubai’s largest listed property developer, Emaar Properties, has been moving into other areas, in particular technology. Asked… Dubai billionaire Alabbar plans Middle East messaging app
