The Statistics Centre - Abu Dhabi, SCAD, today issued its quarterly report on non-oil merchandise trade through the ports of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi for Q2 2015, to support decision makers and businesses with accurate and up to date statistics on the non-oil merchandise that entered or exited the territory of Abu Dhabi through the emirate’s ports (including air, sea and land ports) during the reference period, highlighting the relative importance of each component. The report data does not... Read More
Solar photovoltaic module prices, as perhaps the best example of renewables’ new affordability vis-à-vis fossil fuels, have fallen by close to 75 percent since 2008, according to a recent ‘REmap 2030’ report published by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), in conjunction with Masdar Institute and the UAE... Read More
Art Russe announces the first major exhibition of 20th Century Russian and Soviet Art in the United Arab Emirates.
This unique exhibition is being held under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan – Minister of Culture, Youth and Social Development. Opening in Abu Dhabi on October 7th at the prestigious Emirates Palace, which has previously displayed artists such as Pablo Picasso. The exhibition will introduce the audience to the artistic heritage of this... Read More
Dubai, September 16, 2015: Smartworld, an Etisalat and Dubai South joint venture company, has signed an agreement with Keross, a leading international provider of IT solutions, to provide the latter’s bouquet of cloud-based solutions across the UAE.
The agreement brings to the UAE market a high value-added offering, enabling companies across the region to avail of infrastructure and business processes as a single pervasive service backed by two trusted names, as... Read More
Federal Authority for Human Resources and Labour Ministry announce Eid Al Adha holidays for UAE public and private sectors
Published: 15:18 September 15, 2015
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Abu Dhabi: Eid Al Adha holidays for employees of ministries and federal government departments will be from Wednesday, September 23, 2015 and work will resume on Sunday, September 27, 2015, according to a circular issued by the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources.
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The... Read More
Speaking at the EEF, which was held to encourage international investments into Russia’s remote but resource-rich eastern region, Mr. Putin said the Russian government would create the “best conditions for domestic and foreign investors to conduct business – so that in performance and return on capital, the Russian Far East can successfully compete with leading business centers."
During the meeting with Russian President, H.E. Sultan bin Sulayem discussed opportunities for cooperation... Read More
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Dubai Music Week (DMW) 2015 has announced that this year’s Celeb Access will offer music and entertainment fans the opportunity to learn... Read More
Etihad Airways is changing its fare structure from September 14 in a move it says will give passengers more flexibility.
The airline is introducing eight new pricing structures across economy, business, and first class airfares that offer passengers varied baggage allowance, ticket flexibility, frequent flyer points and baggage allowance, according to an emailed statement on Thursday.
All airfares will still include at least one checked in luggage of 23kg.
From September... Read More
DIFC concludes visit to Shanghai and Beijing; Highlighted New Investment Opportunities to the Chinese Financial Community and Investors
DIFC visit, led by HE Essa Kazim, reaffirms the Centre’s commitment to China as a key market in its long term strategy DIFC's strategic visit to China follows a series of briefings in India's financial capital Mumbai, where DIFC management met prospective clients and business partners DIFC’s planned expansion driven by trade & investment in the ‘... Read MoreMinisters and Leaders from across the region come together for the first Global Solar Leaders Summit
Dubai, UAE: 12 September 2015: The region’s first Global Solar Leaders Summit will kick start GulfSol 2015, a three-day event focused on solar technology and the energy-rich region’s drive toward clean energy, on Monday September 14 in Dubai, UAE.
The Middle East and North Africa region, which is expected to attract more than $50 billion investment in solar power over the next... Read More