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Now catch up on some winks at DXB International’s 'sleep ‘n fly' lounge

31 May 2017

Passengers flying through Terminal 3 at Dubai International (DXB) now have more options to get some rest with the launch of the sleep ‘n fly lounge, offering a total of 27 pods and cabins. Scandinavian-designed for comfort and style, DXB’s new sleep lounge features 20 state-of-the-art ‘igloo’ sleep pods, plus seven premium double cabins with pull-out children’s beds.

Inspired by nature, sleep ’n fly provides an oasis of relaxation for a one-hour power nap, an entire night, or any... Read More

This summer, explore Dubai for less with My Emirates Pass

31 May 2017

Emirates’ customers can explore more of Dubai this summer by enjoying exclusive offers and discounts across the city with My Emirates Pass, which turns the Emirates boarding pass into an exclusive membership card.

Those flying to or through Dubai between 1 June and 31 August 2017 can take advantage of a range of offers at some of Dubai's best known hotspots by simply showing their Emirates boarding pass* and a valid form of identification.

My Emirates Pass gives customers... Read More

Dubai’s smart city accomplishments take centre stage at Smart Cities NYC Conference and Expo

30 May 2017

WAM -- Dubai’s progress towards its smart city goals took centre stage recently as Smart Dubai participated in panel discussions at New York City’s Smart Cities NYC conference. Smart Dubai was on board as strategic partner for the event, the first conference that tackles the intersection of technology and urban life.

Dr. Aisha bint Butti bin Bishr, Director-General of the Smart Dubai Office, Younus Al Nasser, Assistant Director-General of the Smart Dubai Office, and Wesam Lootah, CEO... Read More

Dubai to host golf tournament, European Tour until 2020

29 May 2017

Golf lovers in the UAE are assured of having one of the world’s most prestigious tournaments on their doorstep for another three years after it was revealed that Jumeirah Golf Estates will remain the host venue of the European Tour’s season-ending DP World Tour Championship, Dubai, until 2020.

News of the extension coincides with DP World’s commitment as title sponsor to the tournament, also until 2020, with the top 60 European Tour players set to tee it up at Jumeriah Golf Estates... Read More

VP and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince welcome heads of diplomatic missions, representatives of international organisations

29 May 2017

WAM -- Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, today received, at Al-Mushrif Palace in the capital Abu Dhabi, several Arab, Islamic and foreign heads of diplomatic delegations and representatives of international organisations, who presented to Their Highnesses their greetings and blessings for... Read More

UAE and Kyrgyzstan seek to revitalise bilateral trade

29 May 2017

WAM -- Prospects of lifting trade and industrial cooperation between UAE and Kyrgyzstan to a higher level have been discussed at the UAE - Kyrgyzstan Businessmen Forum in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

The forum is aimed at exploring investment vistas for the private sector in the two countries and the best ways to exchange knowledge and expertise. The UAE delegation to the forum is headed by Mohammed Sharaf, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation for Economic and... Read More

Zayed Fund for Innovation and Entrepreneurship launched in Chechnya

29 May 2017

WAM -- The Zayed Fund for Innovation and Entrepreneurship was inaugurated in Grozny, the capital of the Republic of Chechnya, in the presence of Ramzan Kadyrov, President of Chechnya.

The fund was created upon the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and to implement the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin... Read More

HH Sheikh Mohammed calls on UAE to intensify humanitarian efforts in Ramadan

28 May 2017

Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has congratulated UAE President HH Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and the people of the UAE on the occasion of Ramadan, calling on everyone to embrace the generous spirit of the month by continuing to support those in need.

"We encourage all government and private-sector entities to launch initiatives to establish the value of giving in the UAE during Ramadan. We invite... Read More

HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed receives Special Olympics flag

28 May 2017

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, accompanied by Austrian Chancellor Christian Kern, met with the UAE team of 32 athletes who participated in several competitions during the Special Olympics World Winter Games.

His Highness expressed his appreciation to Chancellor Kern and his country that succeeded in hosting this international event, adding that this success will continue and develop as... Read More

Khalifa Foundation-funded Zayed advanced health centre inaugurated in Serbia

25 May 2017

WAM -- The Serbian Minister of Health, Zlatibor Loncar, has inaugurated the Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Medical Diagnostic Centre in Novi Pazar, a city located in the Raska District of western Serbia.

The project is part of the charitable initiatives to mark 2017 as the Year of Giving, as launched by UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

The opening ceremony was attended by Rasim Ljajic, Serbian Minister of Trade, Tourism and Telecommunications, Nihat... Read More