UAE News
Dubai Economic Council promotes campaign
Monday, January 19, 2015The DEC campaign started with its board members who represent leaders from public and private sectors in Dubai. Dubai: Shaikha Mona Abdullah Al Moalla, Chief Operating Officer, Strategic Planning & Operations at Dubai Economic Council, (DEC) stated that the UAE stands ahead of many countries in terms of urgent humanitarian initiatives. She also stressed that… Dubai Economic Council promotes campaign
Shaikh Mohammed praises art scene in Dubai
Monday, January 19, 2015Shaikh Mohammed expressed his appreciation for the role of the Shaikha Manal Young Artist Award in enriching the arts and cultural scene of the UAE. Dubai: His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, visited the exhibition of shortlisted works for the 9th… Shaikh Mohammed praises art scene in Dubai
Zayed National Museum to host series of talks
Monday, January 19, 2015First talk to take place on January 27 at Manarat Al Saadiyat Abu Dhabi: A new series of talks programmed around the narrative of Zayed National Museum to chart the journey of the museum before its grand opening, will be launched by the Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority (TCA-AD). The Multaqa Zayed National Museum… Zayed National Museum to host series of talks
Dubai doubles capacity of mega Solar Park
Saturday, January 17, 2015Capacity of Phase II of the Mohammad bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, due in 2017, raised to 200MW Dubai: Saeed Mohammad Al Tayer, Managing Director & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa), has announced that the production capacity of the second phase of the Mohammad bin Rashid Al Maktoum SolarPark will be… Dubai doubles capacity of mega Solar Park
Dubai’s gold trade now aims for business buyers
Saturday, January 17, 2015Targeting markets across the Middle East and Africa will be a natural progression Dubai: When it comes to selling jewellery to consumers, whether domestic or from overseas, Dubai’s built up a stellar standing that is unmatched. Now, it wants to do the same offering its finely crafted collections to business clients in overseas markets. And… Dubai’s gold trade now aims for business buyers
Sharjah International passengers numbers up 11.76% in 2014
Saturday, January 17, 2015Sharjah International had 9.5m passengers use the airport last year Dubai: Sharjah International Airport reported on Wednesday an 11.76 per cent increase in passenger traffic for 2014 compared to a year earlier. The airport, located in the UAE’s third largest emirate, recorded 9.5 million passengers compared to 8.5 million in 2013. Ali Salim Al Midfa,…
UAE Tops Global Sports Sponsorship Investment in 2014
Tuesday, January 13, 2015In 2014, UAE companies, led by Emirates and Etihad, invested $163 million in shirt sponsorship, finds new report. A new report has highlighted the growing reach and depth of Asian and Middle-Eastern investment in top-level sports around the world with no sign of any slowdown. Entitled “Emerging Giants”, the report released by sports marketing research… UAE Tops Global Sports Sponsorship Investment in 2014
Tourists in UAE urged to carry less cash, use credit cards
Tuesday, January 13, 2015It will help tourists maintain their safety and not be subjected to robbery. Abu Dhabi-Lieutenant Colonel Muzeed Al Otaibi, Chief of the Tourism Police Section at the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) at the Abu Dhabi Police, urged tourists against carrying large amounts of money during their travels and to use their credit cards for purchases.… Tourists in UAE urged to carry less cash, use credit cards
DSF 2015 Official Guide offers handy tips for visitors
Monday, January 12, 2015Grab your copy at the airport, hotels, or participating malls Dubai: If you’re looking at ways to maximise your Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) experience this year, grab yourself a copy of the DSF 2015 Official Guide which comes in five languages. The Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an agency of the Department of Tourism… DSF 2015 Official Guide offers handy tips for visitors
Mohammad launches humanitarian strategy, donates Dh1m to IHC
Monday, January 12, 2015Dubai’s IHC provides key link in distribution of aid provided by the UN and other international humanitarian organisations Dubai: His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, launched the 2015-2021 strategy for the International Humanitarian City (IHC). The Vice-President launched the strategy during… Mohammad launches humanitarian strategy, donates Dh1m to IHC
