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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

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

Fujairah Ruler's Court mourns death of Sheikh Hamad bin Saif Al Sharqi

30 Mar 2017

(WAM) – Fujairah Ruler's Court has mourned death of Sheikh Hamad bin Saif Al Sharqi, Deputy Ruler of Fujairah, who passed away on Wednesday.

The funeral prayer will be held on Thursday after Dhuhr prayers at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Fujairah.

H.H. Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah will accept condolences at Al Remailah Palace from Thursday.

A three-day mourning period has been declared in the emirate of Fujairah.... Read More

Dubai deadline for mandatory health insurance

30 Mar 2017

Mandatory health insurance for employees has been phased in over three years by the Dubai Health Authority. The Dubai Health Insurance Law that came into effect in January 2014 introduced a legal liability for every sponsor to provide an essential benefits package, which costs between Dh550 and Dh750 a year, The National reposted.

This week, it was announced that 99 per cent of businesses had employees insured, with the rest scrambling to get cover before the March 31 cut-off or face... Read More

Dubai could become first Blockchain powered city by 2020, IT expert says

30 Mar 2017

WAM -- Dubai is rapidly moving towards implementing Blockchain technology, which offers speedy and cost-effective transactions, and reaching its target of becoming the first Blockchain-powered city by 2020, a senior IT expert said.

Saeed Al Dhaheri, Chairman of Smartworld, spoke while addressing a gathering of decision-makers and experts from across the UAE’s IT sector. "The market size for Blockchain is projected to grow from $210 million in 2016 to over $2.3 billion by 2021, and... Read More