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Modern world in the view of Russian foreign policy
29 Sep 2019
Charge d'affaires of Russia in the UAE Mr. Yuri Vidakas delivered a lecture at the University of Abu Dhabi on the subject “Foreign Policy of the Russian Federation”. During the lecture Mr. Yuri Vidakas highlighted the concept of foreign policy of the Russian Federation, the Russian position on the Middle East burning issues, as well as bilateral cooperation between Moscow and Abu Dhabi.
The World is going through fundamental challenges related to the emergency of a multipolar... Read More
flydubai celebrates five years of operations to Moscow
29 Sep 2019
Dubai-based flydubai is marking the fifth anniversary of its first flight to Moscow’s Vnukovo Airport (VKO). In the last five years, more than 450,000 passengers have flown with flydubai on this route.
The airline expanded its service to the capital of Russia following four years of operations to several other Russian destinations. Russia has been a key market on the flydubai network, and the airline has been flying to Russia since November 2010 when it launched flights to... Read More
Montegrappa launches unique fountain pen to commemorate Emirati Astronaut in space
26 Sep 2019
(WAM) - To commemorate the UAE’s first manned mission to space, Montegrappa, an Italian company of luxury products, has launched a unique fountain pen commissioned for the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre, celebrating Hazza Al Mansoori, the first Emirati Astronaut in space.
MBRSC is also responsible for the development of various projects including the UAE Astronaut Programme and the development of the Mars 2117 vision to build a human colony on Mars.
To celebrate this historic... Read More
Grand Millennium Dubai hosted XPEDITION Annual Gala Awards in partnership with Smile Train
26 Sep 2019
Grand Millennium Dubai, a 5-star property located in Barsha Heights, hosted XPEDITION Annual Gala Awards in partnership with Smile Train, a charitable organization that provides corrective surgery for children with cleft lips and palate.
The hotel was named by XPEDITION Middle East Magazine as the official address for the one and only reigning Miss Universe Catriona Gray during her first ever visit to the United Arab Emirates.
Born and raised in Queensland, Australia, Miss... Read More
Soyuz carrying first Emirati astronaut docks at ISS (Video)
26 Sep 2019
The first Emirati astronaut blasted off to space on Wednesday evening and was heading towards the International Space Station at 13,000kph as his proud his country looked on.
Major Hazza Al Mansouri made history as he climbed the steps of the Soyuz rocket, giving a final wave to relatives and television crews before a 5.57pm take-off from Baikonur, Kazakhstan.
He and fellow astronauts, Russian commander Oleg Skripochka and Nasa’s Jessica Meir, reached the ISS at 11.42pm. A... Read More
Burj Khalifa lights up as UAE readies to enter space
26 Sep 2019
Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building developed by Dubai’s Emaar Properties, lit up on 24 September 2019 ahead of the UAE’s foray into space, which was marked by Emirati astronaut Hazza Al Mansouri blasting off into space aboard the Soyuz MS-15 spaceflight on a mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
The 828m-tall Emaar building featured a digital display “for the UAE’s historical launch” to the ISS.
ISS is a space station in low Earth orbit launched in 1998, and... Read More
Colm McLoughlin Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
26 Sep 2019
Dubai Duty Free Executive Vice Chairman & CEO, Colm McLoughlin was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the eighth Middle East Hospitality Awards (MEHA) held on 18th September at The Ritz Carlton, DIFC.
In conjunction with the 20th edition of The Hotel Show Dubai, and part of the Middle East Design and Hospitality Week, the Middle East Hospitality Awards gathered the region’s hospitality professionals and industry veterans to be recognised and celebrate the most... Read More
Hazza Al Mansouri becomes first Emirati in space
25 Sep 2019
The UAE send its first Emirati to space – Hazza Al Mansouri, an F-16 pilot and father of four with the pride of a nation on his shoulders. At 5.56pm the Soyuz MS-15, with he and fellow astronauts Russian commander Oleg Skripochka and Nasa’s Jessica Meir, blast off into space, reaching 13,000kph on its way to the International Space Station. Shortly after lift-off, the rocket will make what is known as a pitch manoeuvre, altering its trajectory to a different angle of ascent. To understand... Read More
Mohammed bin Rashid briefed on UAE-Uzbekistan government modernisation agreement
25 Sep 2019
(WAM) -- His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has said that the continued improvement and enhancement of government processes and procedures are critical to enhancing the lives of individuals and ensuring better opportunities for future generations.
Governments should have a strong focus on outcomes and seek to find meaningful solutions to current challenges while always being prepared for future developments, His... Read More
Beijing Daxing: China's huge new 'starfish' airport opens its doors
25 Sep 2019
The Daxing International Airport in the capital Beijing was formally opened by President Xi Jinping on Wednesday.
The airport spans 700,000 square metres, or 98 football fields, says state media outlet China Daily.
The new Daxing Airport now has one large terminal, with 268 aircraft parking bays and a total of four runways, three vertical and one horizontal. It aims to reach a total passenger capacity of 45 million by 2022, and this figure is projected to further increase to 72... Read More
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