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SCTDA participates in International Russian Travel Market, OTDYKH, Leisure 2016 Exhibition

25 Sep 2016

WAM -- Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority, SCTDA, has concluded its participation at the International Russian Travel Market, OTDYKH, Leisure 2016 exhibition for the 14th time. The exhibition took place at the Expocentre Fairgrounds in Moscow from September 21st - 24th.

The authority headed a delegation from Sharjah which included government departments from the emirate, including the Sharjah Environment and Protected Areas Authority, Sharjah Airport Authority, and... Read More

Dubai Police launch smart app to combat human trafficking

25 Sep 2016

WAM--Dubai Police have launched a smart app, the first of its kind in the region, to combat human trafficking through helping victims and monitoring these crimes.

Brig. Dr. Mohammed Al Murr, Director-General of the General Directorate of Human Rights at Dubai Police, said that the service will help human trafficking victims to report, using the smart app, so that police officials could reach out and provide them with assistance, including legal support.

He added that the UAE... Read More

Leading Chinese artist Shi Dachan to showcase ink and calligraphy works in the UAE this week

25 Sep 2016

For the first time in the UAE, leading artist Shi Dachan will be showcasing his ink paintings and calligraphic pieces at the Emirates Palace from the 29th of September to the 2nd of October 2016 and from the 5th to the 7th October at St. Regis Hotel, Dubai.

Shi Dachan combines ink art, traditionally from Chinese culture to express ways to co-exist with one's surroundings in harmony. Inspired by nature and calligraphy, Shi Dachan introduces classic and timeless pieces of contemporary... Read More

A Long Weekend Is Around The Corner!

25 Sep 2016

Eid al-Adha holidays in September seem so far away already and many of us in the UAE have returned to our daily work and life routines. However despite such a long time, we are again on the threshold of an upcoming public holiday. Starting Friday, September 30th, citizens and residents of the UAE can look forward to a three-day long weekend to celebrate Al Hijri, the Islamic New Year.

Though the official public announcement has not been done yet, the national holiday for state... Read More

Expo Centre Sharjah to host 41st MidEast Watch and Jewellery Show from 27th Sept. to 1st Oct. 2016

25 Sep 2016

WAM – The Expo Centre Sharjah will host, with the support of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the 41st edition of the MidEast Watch and Jewellery show from 27th Sept. to 1 Oct. under the patronage of H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah.

Expo Centre Sharjah organises this show twice a year, with more than 500 exhibitors from 20 countries representing the most prestigious watch and Jewellery houses and manufacturers... Read More

Air Arabia Group Chief Executive Officer honoured as 'Airline CEO of the Year'

25 Sep 2016

WAM -- Adel Al Ali, Group Chief Executive Officer of Air Arabia, has won the 'Airline CEO of the Year' award at the 10th CEO Middle East Awards 2016.

Al Ali, who was instrumental in overseeing the launch of the first low cost carrier in the Middle East and North Africa, was recognised for his efforts in further strengthening Air Arabia’s leadership position in the region, as well as his role in delivering outstanding results for the airline.

The award was presented to Al Ali at... Read More

Leading Jewellery Retailer Damas Launches Premium Line Sama with Penelope Cruz as Ambassador

25 Sep 2016

Damas, the leading jewellery retailer in the GCC, launched luxury jewellery brand - SAMA - at a spectacular gala event in the Armani Hotel, Burj Khalifa last Thursday. The launch of this premium line and its association to A-list Hollywood celebrity, Penélope Cruz, marks a significant milestone in Damas’ rich history driving the brand to greater heights and further strengthening its position as a leading player in the market.

Derived from the Arabic word ‘Sumou’ meaning elevation or... Read More

Fashion Forward Dubai (8 season)

22 Sep 2016

Fashion Forward Dubai (FFWD), the region's progressive fashion platform, endorsed by Dubai Design and Fashion Council (DDFC) and with Dubai Design District (d3) as Strategic Partner, announced yesterday its full program for the Spring / Summer 2017 edition in its eighth season.

Being one of the highly anticipated events in the region's fashion calendar and following Dubai’s national mandate to become a hub for creativity, FFWD is set to showcase, during four days, 31 regional ready-to... Read More

Huawei takes customer experience to a new level

22 Sep 2016

Continuing with its efforts to delight consumers, Huawei Consumer Business Group has announced a series of customer care service initiatives for its Flagship Service Center on Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai. Huawei now offers personalized services to customers including a hotline number for complimentary pick-up and drop-off of devices and a 48 hour repair turnaround time for select devices under warranty.

By simply calling the Huawei hotline number 800-66600 customers can... Read More

Leading Chinese technology company Tecno Mobile expands into ME

22 Sep 2016

Over the past decade, the mobile phone penetration rate in Africa has risen from 6% to 80%, and Tecno Mobile is already delivering to 31 African countries with the largest market share currently in Tanzania and Nigeria.

And now Tecno Mobile has turned its focus to penetrating the Middle East market.

“We believe that emerging markets are where the future growth is for smartphones,” said Arif Chowdhury，Transsion Vice President at Tecno Mobile. Across Africa in 2015, the sales of... Read More