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Mohammed bin Rashid receives economic ministers at AIM 2017

03 Apr 2017

WAM -- His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has received several economic ministers participating in the Annual Investment Meeting forum, AIM 2017, organised by the UAE Ministry of Economy this morning at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

His Highness welcomed official guests, led by Rustam Minnikhanov, President of the Republic of Tatarstan, who praised the social and economic development achieved by the UAE.

UAE to Experience Macbeth In a Modern, Immersive Interpretation

02 Apr 2017

Shakespeare Under the Stars returns in 2017 with an immersive production of Macbeth, the classic tragedy of ambition and power. Like 2016’s Romeo+Juliet on the roof of Mall of the Emirates, this is much more than sit-and-watch, standard theatre. Macbeth is a modern interpretation, set in the UAE, where the cut-throat world of corporate politics replaces the Shakespearean regal politics. The board members of the powerful Scotland Corp., a security and surveillance company, find themselves in... Read More

Dubai’s five-year trade performance asserts Emirates' economic resilience

02 Apr 2017

WAM - Dubai’s trade performance has shown steady and sustainable growth over the last five years, with non-oil trade volumes in metric tonnes registering a compound growth rate of 6.1% according to figures from Dubai Customs.

Despite a challenging macroeconomic environment which impacted global trade, Dubai's trade volumes grew a healthy 8.2% in 2016, compared to the previous year, reflecting the resilience of the Emirate's economy, and reinforcing its reputation as a global trading... Read More

Under the Inkas protection

02 Apr 2017

Inkas Vehicles LLC is a worldwide leader in the production of top-of-the-line armored vehicles, certified as per international standards and based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, since 2012. Its range of vehicles include luxury armored SUV’s, armored sedans, armored busses, APC’s and Cash-in-Transit vehicles, tailor-made to your needs with 24/7 assistance, flexibility, competitive rates and quick delivery. Its 110,000 sq. ft. facility includes four workshops, glass and laser facilities along... Read More

Endangered Hawksbill Sea Turtles return home to Saadiyat Island for nesting

02 Apr 2017

WAM -- The Environmental Services team at the Tourism Development and Investment Company (TDIC), master developer of major tourism, cultural and residential destinations in Abu Dhabi, has concluded preparations on Saadiyat Island for the Hawksbill sea turtle nesting season.

The critically endangered turtles are due to begin returning soon, and will be under the careful observation of TDIC’s experienced Environmental Services team throughout the nesting season, which extends through... Read More

Dubai’s economy continues to show growing levels of buoyancy despite challenges says Report

02 Apr 2017

WAM -- The Emirate of Dubai continues to show growing levels of buoyancy in different business sectors, boasting growing demand and increasing returns thanks to its highly sophisticated industrial base and rising foreign investment quotas for its property and financial markets. The impressive economic success story, according to recent business reports, is attributed to a number of factors, primarily well-thought out planning that carefully takes into consideration recovery and deceleration... Read More

Abu Dhabi sees further growth in hotel guests following record-breaking year

02 Apr 2017

Following a record-breaking year for hotel guests in Abu Dhabi, the emirate has recorded impressive growth in the first two months of 2017, seeing a 5.5% rise in hotel guests.

According to figures from Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority (TCA Abu Dhabi), 749,650 hotel guests have checked into the emirate’s 170 hotels and hotel apartments in January and February – an increase of more than 40,000 guests over the corresponding period last year.

More than 4.4 million hotel... Read More

The Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge 2017

02 Apr 2017

The Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge is taking place under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, the Ruler’s representative in Al-Dafra region, and has invaluable support from Al Dafrah Region Municipality, Abu Dhabi Municipality, the UAE Army, Abu Dhabi Police, National Ambulance Service, Yas Marina Circuit, ADNOC, Abu Dhabi Aviation, Al-Ain Water, Abu Dhabi Waste Management, Rotana and Centro Hotel – Yas Island, the Qasr Al-Sarab Resort and Al-Forsan Circuit.

Le Chocolat revealed special edition Ramadan truffle in Dubai

30 Mar 2017

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 28 March 2017: Boutique Le Chocolat has announced the launch of a brand-new special edition Ramadan truffle created exclusively for the homegrown chocolate destination at City Walk as part of a two-day masterclass in partnership with luxury Swiss chocolatier, Du Rhône.

The unique handmade truffle has been created by Du Rhône master chocolatier Jean-Pascal Sérignat live at Boutique Le Chocolat on 29 March 2017 and it is already available exclusively at the... Read More

The Big Clearance Sale kicks off today at DWTC!

30 Mar 2017

The Big Clearance Sale kicked off in style on Thursday (30 March) with large crowds rushing to the Dubai World Trade Centre to shop for a wide range of apparel, shoes, bags and fashion accessories at incredibly low prices.

The Big Clearance Sale, which is open from 11:00am to 11:00pm over the weekend, features over 100 of the world’s most famous fashion, lifestyle and beauty brands offering discounts of over 80%. Organised by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an... Read More