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As early as summer 2017, Dubai skies to feature flying cars

14 Feb 2017

Passenger drones could be seen in the skies above Dubai as early as July 2017, according to the city’s Road and Transport Authority (RTA).

The pilotless drones, designed to carry a weight of 100kg and a small suitcase, will have a range of 30 km, and are on track to take off within months, according to Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman of RTA.

“I am glad to inform you that hopefully we will be able to have these drones available starting July 2017,” he said at the World Government... Read More

Christie’s Dubai March auction to showcase best of modern and contemporary art from region

14 Feb 2017

Running in its 11th consecutive year, Christie’s March auction will be one of the largest to date showcasing the very best of modern and contemporary art from the region, in particular the concurrent themes and images that were tackled across Iran, Iraq, Lebanon and Egypt. A total of 114 artists will have access to the international platform Christie’s has been developing for the arts of the region. Furthermore, two works by Ali Banisadr (Iranian, 1976) will be showcased in London alongside... Read More

OSN unveils new prices and new packs

14 Feb 2017

OSN today reinforced its position as the region’s leading entertainment network, launching new prices and new packs that will bring its unmatched breadth of world-class content to hundreds of thousands more subscribers.

The game-changing prices and packs are the first steps in a customer-first strategy that defines the ambitions of a #newOSN. The company is placing its emphasis on delivering extraordinary value, ensuring customers get affordable access to the latest and exclusive... Read More

HH Sheikh Mohammed attends launch of World Bank’s global education platform

14 Feb 2017

In the presence of Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, World Bank Group President Jim Yong Kim has launched a global education platform that gathers annually during the World Government Summit, with the aim of supporting education worldwide, and support children education among many other objectives.

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai was also present at... Read More

IMF enjoys a strong relationship with the UAE, says MD Christine Lagarde

14 Feb 2017

WAM - Christine Lagarde, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), issued the following statement today at the conclusion of her visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE): "It has been a great pleasure to visit the UAE again and engage with its leaders and people. During my visit, I met with His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai; His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu... Read More

UAE National Sports Day on 16th Feb. key to love and fraternity among its 200 nationalities

14 Feb 2017

WAM -- Several sports and public dignitaries as well as business leaders have voiced the importance of participation in the UAE National Sports Day, on 16th February, as it has shaped into a prominent event that showcases the true sense of national identity and opens the door for all people to contribute civilised images depicting the coherence of various community members.

The day is one of the key initiatives aimed at promoting love and fraternity between more than 200 nationalities... Read More

BMW 540i Sport Line at Abu Dhabi Motors

14 Feb 2017

Offered by BMW Abu Dhabi Motors, BMW’s biggest dealership in the world, the new luxury sedan is making its local sales debut in 540i Sport Line version, which brings a plethora of goodies. Aside from the Sport Line package, it features optional 20-inch BMW Individual two-tone V-Spoke wheels with Pirelli P Zero tires and a Shadow Line treatment for the window surrounds, for example.

BMW is slowly launching the new 5 Series around the world. The model is already available to order in... Read More

Svetlana Kuznetsova eyes 2017 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships trophy

13 Feb 2017

After three finals appearances over thirteen years, tour veteran Svetlana Kuznetsova has set her sights on finally laying claim to the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships trophy.

The 31 year old Russian has fallen just short on three occasions, finishing as runner-up to Justine Henin in 2004, Elena Dementieva in 2008 and Caroline Wozniacki in 2011. But the tour veteran is now playing her best tennis in years and after Wimbledon last year her efforts were rewarded with a return to the... Read More

2016 was a year of sustained growth for Etihad Airways

13 Feb 2017

Etihad Airways delivered another year of sustained growth in 2016, helped by new aircraft, additional frequencies and the introduction of further world-class products. The airline carried 18.5 million guests during the year, up six per cent on 2015.

The airline was also part of the evolution of Etihad Aviation Group, a wider aviation and tourism business which now also includes Etihad Airways Engineering; Airline Equity Partners; Etihad Airport Services and Hala Group. The formation... Read More

HH Sheikh Mohammed says Arab world should comprehend indicators for the future to regain past glory

13 Feb 2017

WAM - In order for the Arab civilisation to regain its past glories, the Arab world should begin by comprehending the indicators for the future, said Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

Sheikh Mohammed made the remarks today while addressing a panel of the World Government Summit, which was attended by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE... Read More