UAE News
UAE government ahead of regional peers
Sunday, February 15, 2015The UAE government is ahead of the curve when it comes to governance among its regional peers, thanks to the leadership of the UAE, said Mari Kiviniemi, Deputy Secretary-General of OECD. Addressing The Government Summit in Dubai on Tuesday, she hailed the role of the government in order to stay ahead of the domain by… UAE government ahead of regional peers
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… Dubai establishes network of tourism industry stakeholder forums
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,… UAE announces $1 million award for best robot invention
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… Dubai To Rank Among World’s Top Happiest Cities In 10 Years
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… Dubai To Become Centre Of The World By 2100
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… Dubai Mall Sees 80m Visitors in 2014
“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… “Perceptions of Dubai” by DXB3
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,… Government Summit kicked off on 8 Feb 2015
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… Astrakhan team visits Saif Zone to boost investment
Dubai to boost ties with 3,000 UAE-based Russian businesses
Wednesday, February 11, 2015The Dubai-Russia trade in the first nine months of 2014 amounted to Dh7 billion, while in 2013, it scored Dh11 billion. Dubai — As part of Irtibat, an initiative launched by Dubai Customs to nurture closer ties with foreign business communities based in the emirate, Dubai Customs received a delegation from the Russian Federation and… Dubai to boost ties with 3,000 UAE-based Russian businesses
