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Dh40 million observatory to be built in Dubai
Wednesday, February 4, 2015A return to the Islamic golden age of astronomy … A Dh40 million observatory centre has been approved for Mushrif Park in Mirdif, with work expected to start next month. Hopes are high for Al Thuraya Astronomy Centre to become a regional focal point for astronomy. It is being funded by Dubai Municipality and will… Dh40 million observatory to be built in Dubai
Etihad Airways carries 14.8 million passengers in 2014
Wednesday, February 4, 2015Flag-carrier posts 23-percent rise in number of passengers Abu Dhabi: Etihad Airway carried “almost” 14.8 million passengers in 2014, a 23 percent rise on the previous year, the airline said in a statement on Monday. The airlines equity strategy, where it has bought stakes in a number of airlines from Australia to Ireland, added 3.5… Etihad Airways carries 14.8 million passengers in 2014
Strong UAE economy a role model for world
Wednesday, February 4, 2015Country a safe and attractive destination for businesses, trade, says Mohammed Abu Dhabi — The UAE Cabinet on Sunday endorsed the requirements to implement the Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA) of the World Trade Organisation (WTO). The TFA aims to facilitate cross-border trade by simplifying administrative and documentation requirements, as required by the government, on import… Strong UAE economy a role model for world
Louvre Abu Dhabi: Talking Art Series Discussion with Cinema Legend James Ivory held at Manarat Al Saadiyat
Monday, February 2, 2015Abu Dhabi, January 29, 2015: Louvre Abu Dhabi: Talking Art Series returned for 2015 on Wednesday with a discussion on Miniature Paintings and Film led by the world-renowned filmmaker James Ivory, at Manarat Al Saadiyat. Following a lecture about his outstanding collection of 98 Indian miniatures that has been acquired by Louvre Abu Dhabi, James… Louvre Abu Dhabi: Talking Art Series Discussion with Cinema Legend James Ivory held at Manarat Al Saadiyat
Shaikh Mohammed to launch museum of govt services
Monday, February 2, 2015The Museum of Future Government Services includes an exhibition on new technologies that can provide future government services as well as applications that will shape a new generation of future services. Dubai – The Organising Committee of the Government Summit has announced that as many as 87 countries will be participating this year in the… Shaikh Mohammed to launch museum of govt services
Medical tourism insurance soon in Dubai
Monday, February 2, 2015The medical tourism packages, both in-bound packages for residents and out-bound packages for tourists are available for certain medical services and more services will be added shortly. Dubai: Medical tourism insurance packages may soon be available for patients travelling to Dubai for medical treatment, said a top health official on Tuesday. Essa Al Maidoor, Director-General… Medical tourism insurance soon in Dubai
Al Mansouri: Building a knowledge-based economy is a top priority
Sunday, February 1, 2015UAE’s total value of trade in information technology products, covered by ITA, stood at Dh29.6 billion in 2013 Abu Dhabi: Building an economy based on knowledge, innovation and creativity, investment in science, technology and research is a top priority of the UAE, and is in line with the federal government’s ambitious Vision 2021 and its… Al Mansouri: Building a knowledge-based economy is a top priority
Dubai World Central unveils plans for Dh120m aerospace supply chain facilities
Sunday, February 1, 2015Dubai World Central’s (DWC) Aviation District has announced the development of new aerospace supply chain facilities. Located at the DWC Aviation District, the development will include three facilities spread across an area of 45,000 square meters. Estimated to cost Dh120 million, the project will feature a multi-purpose building for tenants that are a part of… Dubai World Central unveils plans for Dh120m aerospace supply chain facilities
Medical tourism insurance soon in Dubai
Wednesday, January 28, 2015The medical tourism packages, both in-bound packages for residents and out-bound packages for tourists are available for certain medical services and more services will be added shortly. Dubai: Medical tourism insurance packages may soon be available for patients travelling to Dubai for medical treatment, said a top health official on Tuesday. Essa Al Maidoor, Director-General… Medical tourism insurance soon in Dubai
Smart Dubai connectivity plans valued at Dh18bn by 2020
Wednesday, January 28, 2015The deployment of technologies utilising the so-called Internet of Everything will be worth Dh17.9 billion to Dubai’s economy by 2020, according to a new report from Cisco in conjunction with the government entity Smart Dubai. Smart Dubai announced yesterday that the opportunities of the Internet of Everything – identified as net revenues, cost savings and… Smart Dubai connectivity plans valued at Dh18bn by 2020
