Abu Dhabi: 14 December, 2015, Mubadala Petroleum and China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) have signed an agreement, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, to foster greater co-operation between the two companies in the oil and gas exploration and production sector.
The non-binding strategic co-operation agreement was signed during a ceremony in Beijing by His... Read More
14 December 2015 – Emirates today announced that it will expand its services in mainland China with four weekly flights to Yinchuan (INC) and Zhengzhou (CGO) utilising a Boeing 777-200LR aircraft, starting from 3rd May 2016. These services will offer new international connectivity for two of China’s fastest growing cities, and expand Emirates’ destination offering on the mainland to five, including: Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou.
Yinchuan, the capital of Ningxia, lies to the West... Read More
14 December 2015
Etihad Airways has crowned a momentous 2015 by collecting the coveted World's Leading Airline award for the seventh consecutive year at the annual World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2015. Last night's red-carpet event was held before an audience of the industry's leading luminaries and international media at the exclusive Mazagan Beach and Golf Resort, located in the Atlantic port city of El Jadida in Morocco.
The airline added to its winning streak... Read More
14 December 2015
Leaders from across the world have welcomed the new climate change agreement signed by 195 nations in Paris on Saturday.
United States President Barack Obama called the agreement "the best chance we have to save the one planet that we've got."
Speaking at the White House, he said: "The Paris agreement establishes the enduring framework the world needs... Read More
Three critical pillars - economics, politics, and culture - will help UAE improve ties with China and build its post-oil future, according to Foreign Minister Shaikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
The Foreign Minister has said that the UAE, as a vital political, economic, and cultural hub between East and West, and the gateway to the Middle East, considers its... Read More
14/12/2015
ABU DHABI, 14th December, 2015 (WAM) -- Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s official visit to China at the invitation of President Xi Jinping marks a further strengthening of the already-robust relations between the two nations, commented a UAE daily.
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Foreign Minister, has also mentioned that the UAE, as a vital political, economic,... Read More
Two weeks of live performances by local and regional artists to celebrate the festive season
Dubai Marina, the destination for stylish and sophisticated living, will be celebrating the festive season with a fortnight of evening music performances, from December 17 to 31, 2015.
As the sun sets, the Marina’s promenade and walkway will resonate with the sounds of an eclectic mix of global musical talent, showcased across three stages:
THE STAGE
Enjoy live music from... Read More
DUBAI: Under the patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein, Wife of Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the landmark 10th edition of the Omega Dubai Ladies Masters came to an end on Saturday, announcing Shanshan Feng, who strolled to a record 12-shot victory, as this year’s tournament winner.
Princess Haya attended the prize giving ceremony to present the winner’s trophy.
"I am really... Read More
Private and public sectors to get holiday to mark the birthday of Prophet Mohammad
13 December 2015
Dubai: The UAE public sector will have a holiday on December 24 to celebrate the birthday of Prophet Mohammad (PBUH).
The private sector will also have a holiday on the same date, the Ministry of Labour announced on Sunday.
Read MoreThe Infiniti Mega Raffle, one of the most awaited attractions at the annual Dubai Shopping Festival, has received an overwhelming response even before the start of the festival’s 21st edition.
Since ticket sales commenced on 1 November, Infiniti Mega Raffle ticket kiosks at key locations in the... Read More