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UAE moves weekend days to Saturday-Sunday, makes Friday a half-day
Tuesday, December 7, 2021The United Arab Emirates is slashing its official working week to four-and-a-half days and moving its weekend to Saturday and Sunday in a major shift aimed at improving competitiveness, officials said on Tuesday. The “national working week” is mandatory for government bodies from January 1 and bucks the regional norm of a full day-off on… UAE moves weekend days to Saturday-Sunday, makes Friday a half-day
Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort hosts internationally renowned Chaîne Des Rôtisseurs
Monday, December 6, 2021Celebrating the UAE’s Golden Jubiliee of the country’s 50th anniversary, Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort hosted the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs on Friday, November 26, 2021. Bringing together VIPs, hospitality leaders and key members of the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs guild. The black-tie event paid homage to the UAE and the growth of its sustainable agricultural… Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort hosts internationally renowned Chaîne Des Rôtisseurs
Expo 2020 records 5.66 million visits up to 5 December
Monday, December 6, 2021Expo 2020 Dubai has seen a staggering 5,663,960 visits up to 5 December, since it first opened on 1 October, with recent figures buoyed by the UAE’s Golden Jubilee festivities, as well as a raft of spectacular sport, music and cultural performances. During October and November, a total of 5,383 government leaders, including ministers, presidents,… Expo 2020 records 5.66 million visits up to 5 December
Dubai Watch Week Returns in 2021 as a pivotal platform of the Horology Industry
Sunday, November 21, 2021Under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), Dubai Watch Week will see the global watch industry reunite for the fifth edition of the event from 24th to 28th November 2021. Founded by Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons in 2015,… Dubai Watch Week Returns in 2021 as a pivotal platform of the Horology Industry
Dubai Land Department signed a memorandum of understanding with EMCT
Saturday, November 20, 2021In line with ‘Principles of the 50,’ and its keenness to emphasise the human element as the main engine for future growth, as well as based on its continuous efforts to enhance the high professional and administrative capabilities of its human cadres, Dubai Land Department (DLD) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Emirates… Dubai Land Department signed a memorandum of understanding with EMCT
Abu Dhabi on its way to becoming a world-class tourism destination
Monday, November 15, 2021Executive Director of Tourism and Marketing, DCT Abu Dhabi H.E. Ali Hassan Al Shaiba shared his insight on how do they keep on developing the Emirate to impress foreigners. Abu Dhabi is a truly extraordinary tourism destination. What makes it so unique for travellers? Abu Dhabi is truly one of a kind: we offer a multitude of… Abu Dhabi on its way to becoming a world-class tourism destination
UAE residency visa for retired expats
Saturday, November 13, 2021His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, chaired the Cabinet meeting at Expo 2020 Dubai. “Today, we approved the conditions for granting residency to an expat retiree… We welcome everyone to our country,” Sheikh Mohammed said in a tweet. As per the amendment,… UAE residency visa for retired expats
Open Flame Kitchen leads the way in Dubai’s experiential dining scene
Saturday, November 13, 2021Enjoy internationally inspired grilled dishes from around the world in a contemporary-chic Burj Khalifa ambience with a spectacular outdoor terrace. As we move into the post-pandemic era and cooler winter months, restaurants in Dubai are upping their game for the new season, exploring new ideas and innovations to continue to provide evocative experiences for each… Open Flame Kitchen leads the way in Dubai’s experiential dining scene
Abu Dhabi Awarded Official ‘City of Music’ Status by the UNESCO Creative Cities Network
Wednesday, November 10, 2021Abu Dhabi is being officially designated as a ‘City of Music’ by the UNESCO Creative Cities Network. The designation was announced on 8 November by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s Creative City Network, an initiative launched in 2004 to promote cooperation among cities which recognise creativity as a major factor in their… Abu Dhabi Awarded Official ‘City of Music’ Status by the UNESCO Creative Cities Network
Russia Pavilion hosted “Russia: Mindful Brain” Forum at EXPO 2020 Dubai
Sunday, November 7, 2021Russia: mindful brain forum has gathered the leading neuroscientists and contemporary philosophers to discuss the future of neuroscience and the development of neurotechnologies. The conversation has extended the theme of the Russia Pavilion main exposition “Mechanics of Wonder” created by Simpateka Entertainment Group and dedicated to the human brain. Moderated by famous Russian journalist Vladimir Pozner, the… Russia Pavilion hosted “Russia: Mindful Brain” Forum at EXPO 2020 Dubai
