There is the potential for an USD 18 trillion (AED 66 trillion) boost to trade according to DMCC’s latest Future of Trade 2020 report released today. The application of technology to trade, the growth of cross-border services, innovation in trade policy, and trade-related infrastructure development can act as the catalysts to boost trade. DMCC’s flagship thought leadership […]

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai, one of the most rapidly evolving public transport systems in the world, has implemented a brand-new audio strategy across its network created by international creative music agency, MassiveMusic. The work also recently won Silver at the Transform Awards MEA for ‘Best use of audio brand.’ The journeys that […]

ENOC Group has announced it recently opened a new marine station in Umm Suqeim, and will open a second station at Dubai Harbour, an integrated lifestyle development set by the Arabian Gulf, in November, marking ENOC’s sixth marine station in the UAE. Speaking on the occasion, Saif Humaid Al Falasi, Group CEO of ENOC, said, […]

Safe Dynamics has announced the opening of its international headquarters in Dubai. The new location will serve as a hub to expand the company’s future operations in the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region. The company is planning to capitalize on the Dubai Expo 2020 and UAE Smart City Summit as a way to […]

The Dubai International Financial Centre will be buzzing with activity this Friday as more than 400 runners from over 40 countries take part in the 2020 Mai Dubai City Half Marathon, the first mass-running event to be staged in Dubai and the UAE since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Being organised under the auspices […]

Golfing superstars are not usually associated with acts of courage and determination but this year’s OMEGA Dubai Moonlight Classic will feature a line-up of golfers who have played an extraordinary role in terms of setting a sporting example, particularly when it comes to female empowerment. In what has been a difficult and uncertain year for […]

According to studies, the average age of diagnosis is ten years younger in the UAE than anywhere else in the world, rendering early testing and treatment crucial.  For this year’s Pink October, Dubai based business setup advisory firm, Creative Zone, Al Jalila Foundation and the Dubai Business Women Council teamed up to raise the importance […]

UAE-headquartered hospitality company, TIME Hotels, has added the Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry (Dubai Chamber) CSR Label Award for H1 2020, to its growing list of accolades, for the sixth year in succession. TIME Hotels was recognised for initiatives such as its ‘Sanitised& Ready’ campaign, which includes a range of new intensified cleaning measures […]

Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Minister of Finance and President of the Dubai Health Authority, DHA, the 6th edition of the annual Dubai International Nutrition Congress, DINC, will take place from October 22-24, 2020. The three-day event will be held under the theme “Your immunity […]

The Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award, HIPA, has announced it concluded the September edition of the Instagram Photo Contest themed ‘Your Office’. Five winners were announced for the competition, which received submissions under the hashtag #HIPAContest_YourOffice. The contest winners hailed from Indonesia and the Philippines. HIPA Secretary-General Ali bin Thalith […]

The Dubai Financial Market, DFM, today introduced equity futures trading, as part of its new Futures Trading Platform, amid unprecedented participation from the brokerage community. This step provides further impetus to DFM’s strategy to diversify product offerings and attract more investments. The DFM has developed a robust regulatory framework, in line with international best practices, […]

A line-up of experts, change-makers and industry leaders will join forces with Expo 2020 Dubai for Expo’s Climate and Biodiversity Week, taking audiences on a virtual journey towards urgent, decisive action on climate change and preserving biodiversity. Expo 2020 Dubai, which opens on 1st October 2021, aims to provide a global forum for discussion, collaboration […]

Each time Google updates its algorithm, it is moving a step forward in making the search experience easy and more relevant to the users. It is imperative to stay up-to-date with the latest features and updates by Google. As a part of the Search On 2020 event, Google made several announcements related to its search […]

Dubai Economy brought together major stakeholders in the cashless economy ecosystem at its latest Future Economy Lab hack (workshop) as part of its efforts to address the COVID-19 challenge and design the best approaches to optimising the opportunities presented by the new normal in the post-pandemic phase. Globally, COVID-19 has been a key accelerator of […]

Field inspectors from the Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) Sector in Dubai Economy continued their visits to a number of open markets and shopping centres across the emirate yesterday to make sure that commercial establishments commit to the precautionary measures against COVID-19. Remarkably, all 454 businesses inspected yesterday across open markets and shopping centres […]

Emirates is rolling out a redesigned onboard experience. The celebrated A380 Onboard Lounge and Shower Spa have resumed operations with the introduction of additional health and safety measures. The airline has also enhanced its offering, introducing a nutrient-rich welcome drink for the winter season. The A380 Onboard Lounge, which serves First and Business Class customers, […]

waslproperties, one of the largest real estate development and management companies in Dubai, announced the release of ‘wasl nadtower’, a new projectfacing Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road,thatis part of the 11million sq. ft.NadAl HammarGardensmaster development. The vision behind ‘wasl nadtower’ is to offer an exemplary variety of apartments at the centre of a growing and […]

Town Square Dubai by Nshama opened its doors to its latest residential concept, UNA Apartments, which merges the best of contemporary design and modern practicality all under one roof. Town Square Dubai marked the occasion with a handover ceremony with its partners, Engineering Contracting Company LLC, with Mr. Fred Durie, Chief Executive Officer of Nshama […]

This October, Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), one of Dubai’s most sought-after lifestyle destinations, has announced an exciting array of offers in honor of breast cancer awareness month. With more than 200 shops and restaurants available at the Centre, guests can shop, dine and play at DIFC to help increase awareness surrounding breast cancer.   Here are the retailers and culinary outlets participating, visitors can think pink this PINKtober. Vibe DIFC Offer: Enjoy […]

Landmark Group brands partnered with Dubai Cares, in support of the UAE-based global philanthropic organization’s nationwide fundraising campaign –‘Education Uninterrupted’. This initiative was launched to tackle the impact of COVID-19 outbreak on the education of children and youth in the UAE. “Education Uninterrupted” initiative was launched earlier this year jointly by Dubai Cares and the […]

Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate and Dubai Municipality today signed a Memorandum of Understanding to install the new Makani unique numbering system at Dubai Festival City, the first in the region. The system is an extension of the current Makani geographic addressing system, with the new system expanded to include all types of in-building units: residential, […]

Emirates SkyCargo worked swiftly to restore its international cargo connectivity during the coronavirus, COVID-19, pandemic; growing its network from just around 35 destinations on its freighter aircraft at the end of March to more than 130 destinations by early October on its freighter as well as passenger aircraft. Currently, around 500 tonnes of food items […]

Shuaa Capital has approved the issuance of non-convertible bonds valued at US$150 million in one or more tranches in a private placement. These bonds will be listed on a market outside the UAE, the company said in an announcement on the website of the Dubai Financial Market where its shares are listed. During the company’s […]

Welcome to The Guild, 15,000 sqft of an elegantly electric dining destination in the ICD Brookfield Place, opening this 2021. With a long-standing love affair of contemporary dining, having worked in some of the world’s top restaurants such as Vue de Monde in Melbourne, Tom Arnel, Managing Director of Bull&Roo brings his experience to life, […]

In-person events are a great way to network, make contacts, and distribute content. As businesses and governments look to tackle the impact of the pandemic, digital alternative for events has been the go-to option to manage the fallout from event cancellations. A virtual event is an online event that often features webinars and webcast. It […]

The real estate and properties transactions valued at AED 2.7 billion in total during the week ending 15 October 2020. The sum of transactions was 1,014. 38 plots were sold for AED 204.99 million, 654 apartments and villas were sold for AED 1.36 billion. The top three transactions were a land in SaihShuaib 4 sold […]

This World Food Day, Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC), one of the world’s largest airline catering providers, announced that it has committed to reducing food waste by 35% across its central operations in Dubai. To reach its ambitious goal, EKFC has engaged Winnow to gradually roll out an advanced food waste management system in its state-of-the-art […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has released the first units of its Park Avenue project, located on Meydan Avenue, for sale. Park Avenue is Azizi’s newly launched low-rise lifestyle community in MBR City, Dubai’s most popular residential destination by sales transactions, move-in requests and property prices. The residential community is worth […]

Dubai has launched a unique new programme that enables overseas remote working professionals to live in Dubai while continuing to serve their employers in their home country. The move offers remote workers – and their families – the opportunity to re-locate, on an annual basis, to one of the world’s leading tourism and business destinations. […]

Despite a clear quarterly rise in property sales during Q3, Dubai’s real estate market is expected to face further challenges in both the rental and sales market, according to the latest Observer: Dubai Residential Report Q3 2020 from Chestertons. Research released by the leading international real estate services firm highlighted that increased sales activity in […]

Emirates is proud to support It’s a Penalty’s campaign’s newest global film “What is Human Trafficking?” launched in collaboration with actor Liam Neeson. The short film is designed to educate the world about the misconceptions and the reality of human trafficking and exploitation happening globally. By airing this special message on its ice inflight entertainment system on all flights from October, […]

Emirates Delivers, the e-commerce delivery platform developed by Emirates SkyCargo has successfully completed its first year of operations delivering many a smile and cheer to its customers in the UAE. A fast, reliable and cost-effective international e-commerce shipping solution, Emirates Delivers has been well received in the market. Emirates Delivers is targeted both at individual […]

The homepage is a company’s virtual show window. When visitors come to your website and do not like what they see, they will leave. A good homepage is not only designed well, it is free of clutter and addresses questions that the target visitor would have. It will also have a call-to-action directing the visitors […]

Union Properties PJSC, the leading real estate development group, with a portfolio of diversified subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the three-month period ended on 30th September 2020, with a net profit of AED 509.2 million (approximately 12 fils per share), while the profit for the nine-month period of the current year reached to AED […]

Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) is back for its 26th edition from 17 December 2020 until 30 January 2021, with over six weeks of family fun and entertainment, live concerts, unique markets, art installations and stage shows plus super sales, unmissable promotions and chances to win life-changing prizes planned for residents and visitors to enjoy across […]

His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Sports Council, has issued Decree No. 4 of 2020, which makes it mandatory for all government clubs of Dubai to appoint an Emirati assistant coach for all their first teams, in all team sports, starting with the current 2020-21 season. His Highness […]

Dubai Economy and Zoho, a global technology company with a wide portfolio of products, today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to make enterprise-level technology available and affordable for all businesses in Dubai and help them in their digital transformation journey. The MoU, signed by Omar Bushahab, CEO, the Business Registration and Licensing sector (BRL) […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region has announced that the Centre is now a fully accredited member of the Global Privacy Assembly. The appointment follows the enactment of the Data Protection Law, DIFC Law No 5.of2020 which underscores DIFC’s commitment to […]

The Dubai Health Authority, DHA, announced that residents can now book an appointment to get a COVID-19 PCR test in malls across Dubai. The PCR testing stations, which are located in Mall of the Emirates, City Centre Mirdif and City Centre Deira are receiving customers seven days a week from 11 am to 6 pm […]

Under the framework of the national efforts to implement the ‘Designing the Next 50’ project launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the Ministry of Education, MoE, announced the launch of the “50×50 Initiative.” ‘Designing the Next 50’ aims to unify minds and visions […]

H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and First Deputy Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai has stressed the importance of constantly improving the quality of integrated government services as part of the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and […]

Dubai recorded AED551 billion worth of non-oil external trade in the first half of 2020. The emirate’s ability to minimise the impact of the pandemic-induced global economic slowdown on its trading sector reflects its exceptional logistics infrastructure, which enabled it to maintain uninterrupted trade flows and a streamlined supply chain. Imports accounted for AED320 billion, […]

The worldwide web is the best and the most effective way to promote and market your business. What is most important is not just developing a website, but to update it to keep it relevant, fast, and safe. Trends in web design are always evolving so are the trends in the products and services you […]

PaRus International Music Fest is headed back to Dubai on 3-5 November 2020 for the fourth edition featuring some of the most interesting, on trend names in popular music, among international virtuosos. A three-day event will feature some of the finest award-winning performers who create a truly festival ambience, such as the first performance in […]

Dubai recorded AED551 billion worth of non-oil external trade in the first half of 2020. The emirate’s ability to minimise the impact of the pandemic-induced global economic slowdown on its trading sector reflects its exceptional logistics infrastructure, which enabled it to maintain uninterrupted trade flows and a streamlined supply chain. Imports accounted for AED320billion, exports […]

Gate Avenue at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has announced the opening of the Grand Mosque. The striking mosque now completes the sequence of buildings on Gate Avenue’s promenade. Designed by leading architectural firm RMJM, DIFC’s vision was to create a modern facility for up to 500 worshippers. The design incorporates tradition by reinterpreting the […]

Dubai’s real estate market has seen some promising signs of stability with most commercial activities resuming across the emirate. As per Bayut and dubizzle’s combined market report for Q3 2020, prices have remained competitive, with most established neighbourhoods reporting minor declines of under 5% in both rental and sales markets. The number of transactions have […]

Finland at Expo 2020 Dubai has confirmed90 per cent of the construction of its pavilion, Snow Cape, has been completed. Following the announcement of the postponement of Expo 2020 Dubai, the structure has been prepared to withstand the extension period and the remaining construction activity, including the interior fit-out works, is scheduled to resume in […]

Having delivered three weeks of non-stop comedy already, ‘Viu Comedy Box Office’ is bringing yet another ultimate live comedy night to Dubai residents, featuring the very popular stand-up comedian ‘Aakash Mehta’. The show is scheduled for Friday, October 16, 2020 from 9:30 pm onwards at Joker Street, Orchid Vue Hotel, Bank Street, Bur Dubai. Mehta […]

dnata, a leading global inflight retailer, iFLEAT, an airline innovation and technology leader, and Thuisbezorgd.nl (part of Just Eat Takeaway.com), one of the world’s leading food delivery providers, have joined forces and successfully launched a revolutionary pre-order inflight retail initiative in The Netherlands. The three companies’ innovative solution will be gradually introduced in new markets, bringing high-end, creative […]

Dubai Investments – the leading diversified investments company listed on the Dubai Financial Market has signed an agreement with C1 India to accelerate the procurement progressions across the company’s diversified businesses. The signing ceremony was attended by Khalid Bin Kalban, Vice Chairman and CEO, Dubai Investments, Suresh Nanda, Chairman, C1 India and Downtown Investments Management, […]

Even if you are not driving much these days, you shouldn’t neglect the maintenance of your car. Keeping your car well-maintained not only ensures that it remains in good condition and doesn’t break down, but also helps with improving its resale value. CarSwitch.com, an online marketplace for selling and buying certified used cars in Dubai, […]

The She Leads Accelerator, an initiative of Creative Zone and Dubai Business Women Council, held the first of the twelve webinars. The session titled ‘Business Launchpad’ was conducted by Humaira Ali, Director, Intuitive change and covered all-important tenets for a successful business launch. The one-hour session centered around the two most crucial and often overlooked […]

The Ministry of Health and Prevention, MoHAP, recently held the first international virtual forum under the theme “A Forward-looking vision on the nursing profession post-COVID-19”, to explore the future of the nursing profession post-COVID-19, in the presence of 640 specialists and experts from all over the world. The forum, which was held under the auspices […]

With support from the Office of the Commissioner of Data Protection at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), PwC Middle East has launched an innovative online solution to help organisations comply with the recently a­­­­nnounced DIFC Data Protection Law. The DIFC data privacy assessment provides organisations with bespoke reports outlining their current status against the key requirements of […]

Dubai ushered in a new era of fully immersive interactive art today, as Her ExcellencyHala Badri, Director General of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), officially inaugurated the emirate’s all-new Theatre of Digital Art (ToDA), a permanent addition to Souk Madinat Jumeirah which will officially open to the public on Tuesday October 13. The […]

Dubai Sports Council has announced the addition of an exciting new fun and family event to its community sports calendar: the Aqua Challenge, which will take place at the AquaFun Waterpark in JBR on October 31, the second day of Dubai Fitness Challenge 2020. Being organised by the Council in cooperation with Mohammed bin Rashid […]

Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) has partnered with Electronic Arts, one of the world’s largest gaming companies, to showcase Dubai to a global gaming audience in the VOLTA FOOTBALL mode that takes football back to the streets with enhanced gameplay and new features for fans to enjoy. With the iconic Burj […]

DP World, UAE Region, a premier logistics company and a leading enabler of trade, was a part of the CEO Forum: Challenges and Future Opportunities for Ports and Shipping in the Gulf Cooperation Council. Virtually held on October 6, 2020, the event united industry experts who shared insights on the hurdles faced due to the […]

Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, has marked 20 years of excellence, innovation and unmatched rewards. Over the past two decades – the loyalty programme has continued to grow its membership base by offering value and rich, personalised experiences to its members around the world. The programme has continually invested to […]

This year’s F/W20 campaign is full of super promotions and mega deals on the latest styles. But to make life easier for budding fashionistas searching for the next big looks and trends du jour, Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) has teamed up with some of the city’s biggest influencers, bloggers and social media stars […]

Dubai Entrepreneurship Academy, the educational arm of Dubai SME, organised a virtual programme titled ‘Professional Certificate in Tender Management’ to enable SME owners who are members of the Government Procurement Programme (GPP) to bid successfully for procurement contracts. An initiative of the Corporate Development Department in Dubai SME, the agency of Dubai Economy mandated to […]

DAMAC Properties has awarded Trans Emirates Contracting, LLC a contract worth AED 181,000,000 to start main work construction of Zada, a26-storey building located in the coveted Business Bay neighbourhood. The development is significant given the challenges the property market has faced in light of Covid-19 and a subsequent lockdown. DAMAC views the awarded contract as […]

For the first World Exhibition organised in the Middle East, postponed for a year due to the global health crisis (1st October 2021 – 31st March 2022), the Principality of Monaco has chosen to present the many facets of its national identity inspired by the Rock, in the Opportunity district of the Expo site. With […]

ACE, the leading home improvement and garden and outdoor brand, has long been the destination of choice for decorating enthusiasts during the holiday season. They have officially launched their festive collection that features favourites such as Lemax, Accents, Premier, and 3M. The collection features on-trend themes for a picture-perfect home this season. The range includes […]

As part of initiatives undertaken to implement Dubai Culture and Arts Authority’s Six-Year Strategic Roadmap, Hala Badri, Director General of Dubai Culture, visited the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood and held discussions with prominent creatives. The engagement was focused on understanding the creative community’s needs and challenges amidst the current circumstances, as well as exploring ways […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, affirmed that “private companies operating in the UAE in space industries have qualitative contributions and achievements that contribute to enhancing the country’s position as the leading and most advanced center in the space sector in the region.” His Highness […]

Upon the approval of the His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, International Humanitarian City (IHC) chartered two aircrafts carrying aid to support those affected by the devastating floods in Sudan. An Emirates Sky Cargo B777 bound for Khartoum left Dubai International Airport this morning Saturday […]

World Art Dubai concludes on a high note today, as the fair’s 120-strong international delegation of solo artists and galleries celebrated creative diversity at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). With artists from more than 20 countries across a 2,000-strong collection of diverse works on display at the region’s most accessible and affordable art fair, the […]

The Hamdan Sports Complex, one of the world’s most iconic sports landmarks, is celebrating its 10th birthday following its inauguration on 10-10-2010 by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council. Built on 24-hectares of land, Hamdan Sports Complex is one of the world’s […]

The UAE promotes development and social efforts by providing more support to mental health services for all the community particularly family members, senior Emiratis, people of determination and those categories that have been directly affected by the circumstances imposed by the novel coronavirus-COVID 19 pandemic. As such, the Ministry of Community Development launched sustainable community […]

World Art Dubai 2020, the region’s most accessible and affordable art fair, has celebrated the very best of global art community talent at the World Art Dubai Awards, with multiple accolades recognising the event’ stop artists and galleries. With the emirate’s first international event to restart the exhibitions season running until October 10 at Dubai […]

World Art Dubai 2020, the region’s most accessible and affordable art fair has opened at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). Dubai’s first international event restarts the exhibitions season with galleries and artists from more than 20 countries. With precautionary measures in place, World Art Dubai 2020 runs until Saturday, October 10. The three-day fair features […]

There are now over 800,000 active podcasts with over 54 million podcast episodes currently available worldwide. Because of a low cost of entry, in the first ten months of 2019, a record 192,000 new podcasts have been launched. According to the Internet Advertising Bureau, and PriceWaterhouse, ad revenue is expected to reach $679 million this […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, is calling on everybody wishing to purchase VIP Gold packs for Season 25 to get their packs from the Virgin Megastore Tickets’ website before they sell out. VIP Packs have always been in high demand and this year is […]

The Financial, Economic and Industrial Affairs Committee of the Federal National Council, FNC, has discussed the policy of the Ministry of Economy to support the tourism sector, during a meeting held at the headquarters of the FNC Secretariat-General in Dubai, headed by Saeed Rashid Al Abdi, Committee Chairman. During the meeting, Al Abdi stated that […]

Golfing superstarsMinjee Lee, Georgia Hall and Lydia Ko, will be teeing off under the floodlights at this year’s OMEGA Dubai Moonlight Classic. The iconic Faldo Course at Emirates Golf Club will host three days of golfing action from 4-6 November with 56 players set to compete. Competition for the $285,000 prize fund will be fierce […]

dnata, one of the world’s leading air services providers, has further enhanced its pharma handling capabilities in Singapore by launching cool dollies in its operations. The company’s new, high-tech containers are specially designed to serve the pharmaceutical industry with a closed temperature-controlled system for seamless delivery of temperature-sensitive goods between cargo warehouses and aircraft. dnata is the […]

The Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI), an agency of Dubai Economy, has initiated a series of webinars to connect with potential investors and partners from Japan and highlight opportunities in the vital healthcare, food and agribusiness, and technology sectors in Dubai. The webinars, held in line with Dubai FDI’s virtual engagement strategy for 2020, […]

As part of this year’s hybrid programme, Downtown Design will offer a digital fair for design professionals as well as enthusiasts, to connect with the region’s thriving contemporary design scene. Complemented with a virtual talks programme, the digital fair will feature showcases and latest collections by leading international brands including Arper, Pedrali, Molteni&C, Normann Copenhagen, […]

After the success of “VIU Comedy Box Office – Bring the Funny”, Tall Tales Production and VIU brings to you on popular demand another night of SAFE and LIVE fun, laughter, and entertainment – “VIU Comedy Box Office – Bring the Funny AGAIN”!!! This time we are going bigger with international sensation Saad Haroon headlining […]

The International Property Show, in partnership with Invest in Dubai (IID) Real Estate, is absolutely primed for a remarkable world-class virtual exhibition that will offer a wide array of lucrative opportunities and a one-of-a-kind immersive experience to exhibitors from across the globe. From the 11th to 20th of November, the real estate industry’s largest virtual […]

Have you ever wondered what time of the day most accidents are likely to happen on UAE roads? If you are commuting to work, you would surely expect them to happen during rush hours, in the morning or in the evening, when everybody is out driving, and traffic is often congested. But that may not […]

Due to the high volume of applications, Dubai’s premier fresh food market, The Waterfront MarketandDubai Culture and Arts Authority, will extend the deadline of participation to October 31st 2020 offering a chance to all interested artists to take part in honouring the front line workers who have helped the UAE in its fight against the […]

In celebration of the successful opening of Dubai Safari Park, the park will be hosting a series of live performances, free of charge, until October 10th. Visitors can enjoy spectacular performances from traditional African drummers, at the African Tribal show, and watch as the performers dance along to the rhythm of the beat and show […]

marhaba, one of the world’s leading airport hospitality brands, continues to expand its network to provide world-class hospitality and ensure a safe and smooth travel experience for more passengers globally. In addition to its popular facilities in Dubai, Melbourne, Karachi and Singapore, marhaba opened another airport lounge in Manila in the Philippines and now offers […]

Hesham Abdulla Al Qassim, Chairman of Emirates Islamic and Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Emirates NBD Group, rang the market-opening bell today to celebrate the listing by Emirates Islamic of a US$500 million Sukuk on Nasdaq Dubai. The Bank achieved a profit rate of 1.827%, the lowest for a Sukuk issued by a UAE […]

Identifying the most valuable brands in the region, the inaugural BrandZ™ Top 30 Most Valuable Emirati and Saudi Brands 2020 ranking was released today by WPP and Kantar.With a combined value of $50 billion, the ranking includes consumer-facing brands from across a range of categories, from food to energy,which reflect the changing lifestyles and attitudes […]

Dubai Economy revealed the preliminary results of evaluating businesses for their consumer friendliness for the first time. The evaluation, conducted on the basis of the region’s first-of-its-kind Consumer-Friendly Standards, launched last year by the Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) Sector in Dubai Economy, seeks to establish an integrated system for businesses to develop the […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) announced the launch of the DubaiCollection, an innovative initiative to collect, promote and exhibit artworks that convey the spirit of the emirate. Developed […]

Dubai’s art scene will enter a new dimension when Theatre of Digital Art (ToDA) Dubai, a multi-sensory, multi-media immersive exhibition, opens its doors on Thursday, 13October at Souk Madinat Jumeirah. Having sparked a city-wide art renaissance in recent months through a series of curated virtual masterclasses with acclaimed UAE-based artists, the team behind ToDA is […]

Emirates Airline’s Aviation X Lab, situated in AREA 2071 within the Dubai Future District, has selected six finalists from Finland, USA, Scotland, and the UAE in its virtual competition which aims to nurture market-ready product solutions that can help to reinvigorate and enhance wellbeing in the consumer travel industry. More than 107 submissions were received […]

Set to be one of the greatest conservation institutions across the globe, the highly anticipated Dubai Safari Park re-opens its doors today, with an array of spectacular new experiences for visitors to enjoy. With a full range of interactive, educational and entertainment experiences for audiences of all ages, Dubai Municipality has adopted many changes, in […]

The Dubai Sports Council, in cooperation with Dubai Police’s General Department of Punitive and Correctional Institutions, organised a sports nutrition certification course for inmates under the title “Nutrition for Athletes”. The certification course was organised as part of Dubai Sports Council’s sports program for correctional centres in Dubai, which seeks to provide a healthy sports […]

In a regional first-of-its-kind initiative, Dubai Real Estate Institute (DREI) in Dubai Land Department (DLD), with the cooperation ofBloovoMiddle East, a company specialised in developing employment technologies and systems supported by artificial intelligence (AI) and smart learning,launched the employment and real estate training portal, MASAR, supported by AI technology to match resumes and job descriptions. […]

UAE-headquartered upscale residential, hospitality and commercial property developer SevenTides has rebranded its AED 1 billion development in Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) from Seven City JLT to Golf Views Seven City, to fully appreciate its stunning views over Emirates’ renowned Faldo and Majlis golf courses and its iconic clubhouse. Launched in May 2018, Golf Views Seven City […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, stressed today that the Museum of the Future is an Emirati architectural marvel aimed to build human capabilities better equipped to utilize the Museum in the future. His Highness, during his visit to the Museum to […]

Rainmaking, a corporate innovation and venture development firm, and parent company of Startupbootcamp, today announces that it has secured an exclusive partner in United Arab Emirates to rollout ASPIRE – its virtual accelerator focused on enabling corporates to empower their departing talent to build their own startups. The partnership has been agreed with Dubai International Financial […]

Emirates has announced it will resume flights to Budapest (from 21 October), Bologna (1st November), Dusseldorf (1st November), Hamburg (1st November) and Lyon (4th November), expanding its European network to 31 destinations, and offering customers around the world convenient connections via Dubai. The addition of these five destinations takes Emirates’ global network to 99 destinations, as the airline continues […]

SHUAA Capital has launched three Sharia compliant funds and already secured US$ 75 million of commitments. The SHUAA High Yield Sukuk Fund, Nujoom Aggressive Fund and Nujoom Balanced Fund – the first Sharia-compliant funds within an ICC umbrella to launch in the Abu Dhabi Global Market, ADGM – are breaking ground as part of SHUAA’s […]

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai Crown Prince, and President of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre, MBRSC, said that the UAE continues to strengthen its global standing in the field of space exploration by launching exceptional projects that help create a brighter future for the region and a better quality […]

Do you want to build, grow, and scale your business by hosting a virtual event? Marketing events are now becoming virtual events with over 52 percent of the marketing leaders claiming that marketing events drive more business than other marketing channels. What is a virtual event? A virtual event is an organized interactive event that […]

The Pointe, Dubai’s premier lifestyle and dining destination by Nakheel Malls, is gearing up to launch the world’s largest fountain. ‘The Palm Fountain’, Palm Jumeirah’s latest waterfront attraction, will attempt to break a Guinness World Records™ (GWR) title on Thursday, 22 October during its inaugural launch event, and the public is invited to witness the […]

Dubai SME, the agency of Dubai Economy mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, launched a specialised business incubator for innovative British projects in cooperation with the British Centres for Business (BCB) in Dubai. The new incubator, as well as the partnership between Dubai SME and BCB, will contribute to strengthening Dubai […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region has welcomed Africa Reinsurance Corporation (Africa Re) Group. The business will operate as Africa ReUnderwriting Agency Limited (Africa Re)and the DIFC presence is their first office outside Africa. Over the last 44 years, Africa Re […]

marhaba, dnata’s airport hospitality brand, has further enhanced its offering to help travellers in Dubai enjoy a safe, seamless and worry-free travel experience throughout their journey, from a quick and easy home check-in process to the delivery of their disinfected baggage at their destination airport. In addition to its popular Chauffeur, Airport Meet & Greet and Lounge Services, marhaba now […]

The 50-year Development Plan Committee, in partnership with the General Women’s Union, GWU, has launched several discussion panels for the preparation for the next 50 years plan under the title “Planning for the Fifty-Fifty … Women are Support for the Homeland”. The discussions, under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, said Saturday that the Museum of the Future is a global monument of urban excellence and a quintessential Emirati contribution to delivering a brighter future. “A universal architectural icon, the Museum of the Future combines between our authentic Arab […]

Dubai Land Department, through its Real Estate Promotion and Investment Management Sector, in cooperation with Strategic Holding, launched the ‘Invest in Dubai Real Estate’ initiative, the virtual destination for the real estate industry and the latest and most prominent real estate promotion initiatives in Dubai. The initiative is set to unveil unprecedented interactive features from […]

Dubai Sports Council has announced the opening of registrations for the eighth edition of Sheikha Hind Women’s Sports Tournament, which is scheduled to take place from November 8 to 22. Held under the patronage of the wife of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler […]

The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts has launched a new Arbitration Working Group, the first court in the region to introduce such an initiative. The panel of experts will be tasked with reinforcing and sharing developments and best-practices, encompassing an advisory team of arbitration professionals, bodies, centres, educational institutions, and industry-related organisations. Since its […]

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Dubai Airports today marked the 60th anniversary of the official opening of Dubai International (DXB). The occasion celebrates a remarkable success story driven by Dubai Airports’ ‘future forward’ thinking that has seen DXB emerge as the world’s leading airport. Since opening on 30 September 1960, DXB has served 1.115 billion passengers travelling on more than […]

Commenting on the occasion of China’s 71st National Day H.E. Hamad Buamim, President & CEO of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said that UAE-China relations continue to develop and flourish after the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries ushered in a golden era for bilateral economic cooperation. He described China as a market […]

DP World, UAE Region and Jafza joined hands with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) as event partners for the Auto Resurgence Summit 2020 that shed light on how the automotive sector can respond positively to the global pandemic. Speakers highlighted the significance of creating a self-reliant, sustainable and stable market, emphasising the need to adopt measures […]

Jumeirah Living – Jumeirah Group’s luxury brand of serviced residences – has won a series of accolades for its World Trade Centre Residences in Dubai. The luxury retreat set in the heart of the city’s business district was named the Best Luxury Hotel Apartment on a Global Level, the Best Apartment Hotel in the United […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, has announced their health and safety measures for Season 25. Customer safety and comfort have always been of utmost importance for Global Village and this year is no different. Through close consultation and alignment with leading international and local […]

World Art Dubai 2020, the region’s most accessible and affordable retail art fair, will embrace its status as the first major event of the season by uniting a brave global art community at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from 8-10 October. The opening act in Dubai event season, World Art Dubai 2020 will celebrate art […]

Nikki Beach Dubai is pleased to welcome guests back to its Pearl Jumeirah location on Thursday, October 1st. Following all government and industry standards for health, cleaning, sanitizing and use of personal protective equipment, Nikki Beach Dubai will continue to update protocols as recommendations evolve. Utilizing Nikki Beach’s ample and idyllic outdoor setting, tables and beds […]

Sobha Realty, the leading premium real estate developer, has launched Sobha Hartland Tranquility, featuring exclusive waterfront and Forest Villa plots for buyers to design a unique living space in Sobha Hartland, the eight-million-sq.-ft luxury freehold master development in the heart of Dubai in Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum City. Facing the waterfront and surrounded by […]

With the cooler weather just around the corner, now’s the ideal time to plan the perfect winter wardrobe for the long-awaited pleasant days and chilled evenings. Luckily for the city’s retail lovers, this year’s Fall/Winter season in Dubai will see the launch of a host of exclusive end of year collections, new looks, on-trend designs […]

Emirates has introduced self check-in and bag drop kiosks for a more seamless airport experience at Terminal 3, Dubai International Airport. The service is now available to customers travelling to all destinations except to the US, Canada, China, India and Hong Kong due to additional requirements from these destinations. The 16 new self-service bag drop […]

His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Sports Council, has congratulated the stakeholders for the scintillating start and organisational success of the 13th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) in the UAE. Organised by the Board of Control for Cricket in India in cooperation with the Emirates Cricket Board […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD), in cooperation with Property Finder, launched the sixth edition of Mo’asher, Dubai’s official sales price index. The base year for Mo’asher is 2012 and the base month for the monthly index is January 2012, with the base quarter for the quarterly index being Q1 2012. In July 2020, DLD recorded a […]

After a super exciting start last weekend with their fully sold out show, ‘Viu Comedy Box Office’ is all set to bring yet another ultimate live comedy night to Dubai residents, featuring the very popular ‘Rajat Chauhan’. The show is scheduled for Friday, October 2, 2020 from 9:30 pm onwards at Joker Street night club, […]

The International Chamber of Commerce and the World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies agree to step up collaboration. John W.H. Denton, AO, Secretary General of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), and Fahad Al Gergawi, President of WAIPA and CEO of the Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI)recently held an online discussion to explore enhanced synergies […]

HalaBadri, Director General of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, “Dubai Culture”, emphasized the important role that creative productions that employ modern technologies in a meaningful and responsible manner play in achieving the advancement of societies and creating common spaces for understanding between people regardless of the cultural differences, pointing to the authority’s keenness to support […]

The clay courts are back in action and Emirates is back in the game at Roland-Garros 2020 as the Official Airline and Premium Partner of the Paris tournament. With the resumption of its daily flights to Paris and the return of the iconic A380 to French skies, Emirates is committed to offer customers in France the […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, is collaborating with the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA-Dubai) to facilitate visa processing for its exhibitors and partners ahead of the Season 25 launch. The partnership forms part of the ongoing preparations ahead of […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, organised an interactive online workshop in collaboration with Arthur D. Little, one of the largest global management consultancies; on Digital Transformation, its challenges and the new rules of digital business strategies as well as the best ways to transform from traditional ways to innovation at large organisations. Saeed Mohammed […]

Held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture & Arts Authority, Dubai Design Week returns for its sixth edition,9-14 November 2020 This year, Dubai Design Week turns its spotlight on the regional design scene under the theme of redefining and reimagining the way we will […]

Emirates today has announced it will restart services to Entebbe, Uganda (1 October) and Muscat, Oman (2 October), bringing the total number of cities served by the airline to 94. Emirates is gradually resuming operations and rebuilding its network to provide more opportunities for travel, sparing no effort to ensure the highest standards of health […]

Dubai South announced that EZDubai, its fully dedicated e-commerce zone strategically located in the heart of Dubai South’s Logistics Districtis now 20% operational as part of its first phase where 27% is under development. The free zone which was launched in January 2019 by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime […]

Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), the leading business and logistics hub in the UAE, has entered into a strategic agreement with Etihad Export Credit Insurance Company (ECI), the UAE’s Federal export credit company, to support local businesses, advance exports, and drive the UAE economy during the current economic climate. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was […]

JLL Capital Markets announced today that it has arranged a Shariah-compliant joint venture equity partnership and $22.9 million indebt financing forthe acquisition of a five-property industrial portfolio with more than 557,000 square feet of light industrial and flex space in Michigan, Minnesota, Illinois and Iowa. JLLworked on behalf of Chicago-based Brennan Investment Group(BIG) to arrange […]

Curtains came down on a successful Women’s Shuttle Time Dubai Program at the weekend, with Roudha Al Hajeri emerging triumphant among Emiratis and India’s Irene Eisa Alexander winning the expatriate title in the Shuttle Time Dubai Women’s Championships. Organised by the Women’s Sports Committee of Dubai Sports Council in association with UAE Badminton, the tournament […]

Dubai Harbour Marina has welcomed Gulf Craft, the Emirates’ based yacht manufacturers to be the first to experience the marina’s services and facilities, before it fully opens to the public. The tri-deck Majesty 120 superyacht and the next-generation Oryx 379 both sailed into Dubai Harbour Marina and officially became the first boats ever to enter […]

As part of its broader efforts to empower Emiratis, drive forward employee skilling in the government and achieve central goals of the Dubai Strategic Plan, the Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) is partnering with Microsoft, bringing together their respective skilling programmes. A virtual online ceremony saw an MoU signed byH.E. Abdulla Ali Bin Zayed […]

Residents of Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) can apply for visas to Italy at the new Visa Application Centre jointly launched by the Consulate General of Italy in the UAE, and VFS Global, the world’s largest visa outsourcing and technology services specialist for […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, has earned a position amongst the most popular travel and tourism destinations in the world. Held every year by TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel platform, the Travelers’ Choice award program celebrates the favourite hotels, restaurants, airlines and destinations among […]

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An innovative platform provided by Dubai SME, the agency of Dubai Economy mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, in partnership with Beehive is giving individuals the opportunity to invest in SMEs and reap remarkable returns while also enabling entrepreneurs and small businesses to consolidate their gains and aim for sustainable growth. […]

More than a month after the Beirut blasts left behind devastated communities, Emirates continues to do its part to help turn its customers’ collective generosity from all corners of the globe into essential humanitarian cargo to support recovery efforts on the ground and help those affected rebuild their lives. Contributions are continuing to pour in […]

The first winners of the Middle East edition of the Voices of Future Generations, the inspiring global writing competition for children, were announced today at a digital award ceremony streamed from the Zabeel Ladies Club, Dubai. The unique writing initiative, held under the patronage of UNESCO, was created to promote sustainability awareness and the UN […]

COVID 19 pandemic has changed the lives and livelihood of many around the globe. Although the full consequences of the pandemic are yet to be seen, the impact of it is visible on the economies of the world. During this period the sales leaders need to adapt to the new normal where they face fearful […]

DIFC FinTech Hive, the first and largest financial technology accelerator in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, revealed the 2020 launch of AccelerateHer, a female-focused career mentorship accelerator programme to empower women in financial services. The programme equips young, aspiring female executives with tools and experience to broaden their knowledge and reach […]

Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), DP World’s flagship Free Zone and the leading business and logistics hub in the UAE, has entered into a strategic agreement with The Federation of Israeli Chambers of Commerce (FICC), in a concentrated effort to support businesses and encourage economic cooperation. Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Group Chairman and CEO of […]

Dubai Airport Free Zone Authority “DAFZA” announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding with the Israeli Federation Israeli Chambers of Commerce“FICC” to define frameworks for bilateral cooperation between the two sides in the field of encouraging and supporting Israeli companies to establish their businesses and take advantage of commercial and investment opportunities and incentives.They […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Tel Aviv Chamber of Commerce, represented by the Federation of Israeli Chambers of Commerce, have signed a strategic partnership agreement that paves the way for bilateral cooperation Under the terms of the agreement, both chambers will produce a joint study identifying synergies and sectors of mutual interest; create […]

Unpredictable markets, economic uncertainty and job insecurity in many sectors due to COVID-19 have reinforced the importance of protecting employee savings in new and flexible ways. At the same time, there is ever-greater appetite for digital tools that make it easier and more transparent for individuals to control their financial future. As a workplace savings […]

Emirates has announced it will resume flights to Johannesburg (1 October), Cape Town (1 October), Durban (4 October) in South Africa; Harare in Zimbabwe (1 October); and Mauritius (3 October). The addition of the five points will expand the Emirates’ global network to 92 destinations, as the airline gradually resumes its operations while prioritising the […]

Saudi Arabia’s National Day is a cause for celebration in the UAE with Dubai’s residents joining Saudi citizens for all the festivities, fun and shopping across the city. For friends and families looking to spread a little joy on this extra special occasion, now is the ideal time to pick up the perfect gift with […]

Home to some of the biggest events in the city, Dubai Festival CityMall constantly bring the greatest experiences to customers and the 2nd edition of DFRE’s Dubai Home Festival is no exception. Customers can enjoy a variety of offers across retailers like ZARA Home, Pan Emirates and IKEA and others as well. This year, the […]

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The Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI), an agency of Dubai Economy organised and hosted a series of four webinars to connect virtually with potential investors and partners from Canada and explore opportunities in the strategic sectors of healthcare, logistics, food and agribusiness, and technology. Aligned to Dubai FDI’s virtual engagement strategy for 2020, the […]

Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates and International Humanitarian City (IHC), the world’s largest hub for humanitarian aid, have signed an MoU to cooperate on humanitarian logistics and crisis relief solutions. The MoU was signed by Nabil Sultan, Emirates Divisional Senior Vice President, Cargo and Giuseppe Saba, CEO, International Humanitarian City. The partnership between […]

In further signs that the top end of Dubai’s real estate market is picking up pace, CK Architecture Interiors – a vertically integrated design and build boutique specialist – has announced it is working on several ultra-luxury projects in some of Dubai’s most sought after addresses. The Dubai-based company is currently working on six ultra-luxury […]

The Dubai Sports Council has reaffirmed its commitment to development plans and programs dedicated to supporting Emirati coaches, young sporting talents and academies, as well as sports at schools, despite the challenges posed by COVID-19 since the first quarter of this year. Empowering Emirati coaches and developing young Emirati talents has been one of the […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has signed an MOU with Dubai Statistics Center (DSC), through which the center provides services for carrying out studies and opinion polls related to the services provided by the Authority and providing it with statistical data that would help it upgrading those services, within the framework of integrating […]

Informa Markets, the organiser of Cityscape’s Real Estate Summit, has signed a strategic partnership for the 2020 event with Dubai Land Department (DLD)to revive real estate confidence and stimulate economic recovery. Cityscape’s Real Estate Summit2020, a non-profit conference and meeting place, will run November from 16–17 at Dubai World Trade Centre to help reinvigorate the […]

The Dubai International Content Market (DICM) announces today the launch of a very exclusive and unique event at the beginning of 2021; the “E-Ramadan Content Market”, an event dedicated for buyers and producers of all media content for the Holy month of Ramadan. The announcement came in line with the new approach for DICM as […]

THE British Council has resumed face-to-face English courses in UAE for the start of the new school term. Classes for secondary students, primary students and adults are now available across Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah and they will be combined with online guided learning that students can do independently at home. This news comes on […]

‘Working from home’ is the hottest topic in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. A large number of companies have implemented work from a home policy which is a new reality, but it takes time to get used to. In the UAE alone, 70 percent of the workforce was restricted to their homes at the […]

Dubai Economy has launched the second cycle of its Future Economy Labs with a series of hacks (workshops) covering sectors critical to life after COVID-19, such as Transport, Healthcare, Cashless Economy, Education Technology (EduTech) and Agriculture Technology (AgriTech), among others. The first workshop in the second cycle, which was held recently, discussed the ‘Future of […]

In an initiative to activate its role as official culture supporter of the Expo 2020 Dubai, Dubai Culture and Arts Authority extracted a time capsule in which wishes of a group of children were enclosed in 2013 before the host country of this global event was announced. The children expressed their hopes regarding Expo 2020 […]

H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, Dubai Culture, and member of the Dubai Council, today visited the ‘Photographs in Dialogue’ exhibition held at the Etihad Museum in Dubai. The first regional joint project undertaken by the Etihad Museum and the National Portrait Gallery, London, the […]

Citizens of Saudi Arabia living in the UAE will feel right at home when they celebrate this year’s KSA National Day in Dubai. To mark the festivities on 23 September, the city’s most iconic and world famous landmarks will light up in the colours of the Saudi flag, and Dubai’s best loved destinations will host […]

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Dubai today announced that its Dubai SafariPark will welcome visitors starting from 5October 2020, with a wide range of new interactive, educational and entertainment experiences for visitors of all ages. The opening follows the completion of a comprehensive renovation and development process aimed at expanding the facilities of the Park and further enriching the visitor […]

Austria reached an important milestone today with the completion of the basic structure of its pavilion for Expo 2020 Dubai. The construction process was taking place under the United Arab Emirate authorities’ health and safety rules for construction sites in Dubai in context of Covid-19. “The postponement of the World Expo until October 2021 made […]

DP World, a global infrastructure-led supply chain solutions provider and Bank Leumi, Israel’s oldest banking corporation and one of the leading institutions in the region, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to work together to enhance trade and logistics in Israel and promote the flow of trade between Israel and the wider region. The […]

As the UAE gears up to host major sporting events, Dubai Sports City (DSC) has signed a hygiene deal with Dabur International in response to Covid-19. As per this year long partnership, DSC will receive Dermoviva range of sanitizers and hand washes from Dabur for one year to cater to the hygiene and sanitization needs […]

In today’s fast-evolving world, it is important for any business to stand out. Webinars are a perfect solution as they help by converting viewers into buyers through engaging content that educates them about the business. With unmatched access to online event hosting platforms, it is time to make the most of it. Webinars not only help […]

Home is where the heart is, and this year’s Dubai Home Festival (DHF) is the perfect opportunity for interior lovers to pour their hearts and souls into a room makeover project or garden redesign, and even enjoy rent-free living in a new apartment. From 24 September to 10 October, the second edition of DHF will […]

Dubai-based airline, flydubai has announced today the resumption of flights to Malé, the capital of the island nation, the Maldives. The service, which the carrier initially operated between 2013 and 2018, will be reinstated from 27 October due to popular demand as the Indian Ocean destination welcomed back tourists of all nationalities earlier this summer. […]

Their Excellences LI Yong, Director General of the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO), and Fahad Al Gergawi, President of the World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (WAIPA) and CEO of Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI) – an agency of Dubai Economy – held an online meeting recently to discuss stronger collaboration between the […]

Abdelali Bouazzaoui of Morocco and Georgia’s Diana Gogitidze have bagged the top honours in the 10km category of the City Centre Mirdif Running Race at the weekend. Organised under the auspices of Dubai Sports Council, Friday’s Run was part of the Indoor Run Series, which has been growing in popularity among Dubai’s running enthusiasts. Being […]

Starting this September, UAE residents will have something super exciting to look forward to as ‘Viu Comedy Box Office’ (Season 2) will grip Dubai in rib-tickling humour, with a large lineup of India’s funniest Hinglish standup comedians, live IPL cricket screening on giant screens and groovy DJ music at Dubai’s top rated carnival theme night […]

Teams from Dubai Sports Council and Dubai Economy have intensified their inspection of sports clubs, academies, and sports and fitness centres in Dubai, and have taken action against nine facilities in the past week for violating COVID-19 precautionary measures and safety guidelines. The DSC and Dubai Economy teams, which visited 124 sports facilities and five […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) is launching the first digital edition of International Property Show (IPS), the Middle East’s biggest property sales platform for local and international real estate markets, on 11– 20 November, in partnership with Invest in Dubai Real Estate. In light of the current conditions that the world is witnessing as a result […]

Emirates has reaffirmed its commitment to growing its operations in Bahrain with the introduction of a second daily flight to the Kingdom. The expanded schedule will offer enhanced connectivity for customers travelling to Dubai and beyond to Emirates’ network of over 85 destinations. The second daily flight will be operated by an Emirates Boeing 777-300ER. […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, has announced the launch date for sales of the highly anticipated Season 25 VIP packs. Beginning Saturday, October 3rd, at 10am, packs will be on offer in limited quantities whilst stocks last exclusively through the Virgin Megastore ticketing website, […]

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The field inspections carried out by the Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) Sector in Dubai Economyacross the emirate have revealed increasing rates of compliance with the COVID-19 precautionary measures. The latest round of inspections found that 820 shops and commercial establishments fully complied with the precautionary guidelines. The inspections are aimed at ensuring commitment […]

Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC), one of the world’s largest catering operations serving more than 100 airlines, has signed an MOU with CCL Holdings founded by Ross Kriel, entering a partnership to set up a dedicated production facility for kosher food at EKFC’s premises in the UAE. The new partnership will be called Kosher Arabia, and […]

Proving that there really is no place like home, Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) has announced the return of the Dubai Home Festival (DHF) for 2020. The exciting second edition of the homeware shopping festival will take place from 24 September to 10 October at malls and home stores across the city. Showcasing the […]

Emirates’ African network will expand to 15 destinations with the restart of Luanda, Angola from 1 October. The airline continues to gradually and safely restore its network, delivering on its health and safety promise as it responds to growth in passenger demand across the globe. Flights to Luanda will initially operate once a week on Thursdays. Emirates […]

Dubai’s economy continued its exceptional performance despite headwinds from a slowdown in the global economic growth due to the coronavirus, COVID-19, pandemic. The number of customs transactions completed by Dubai Customs skyrocketed 38.5 percent in the first six months of 2020 to reach 7.2 million compared to 5.2 million transactions in the corresponding period in […]

The former world boxing champion and Olympic silver medallist, Amir Khan, yesterday confirmed he was moving from Britain to Dubai in the coming months as he looks to bring boxing to the well-known tourist destination in the United Arab Emirates, which was also home to the Special Olympics last year. The well-known sports personality, who […]

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The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) Sector in Dubai Economy continued their field inspection tours across the emirate, as part of their continuous efforts to ensure total compliance with the precautionary measures and guidelines aimed to curb the spread of COVID-19. Following inspections yesterday, Dubai Economy imposed fines on 12 commercial establishments, including retail […]

Dubai Sports Council has announced the opening of registration for the 5km Al Marmoom Dune Run, which will take place on November 13 in Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve. Organised under the umbrella of Dubai Sports Council, Al Marmoom Dune Run is an exciting new addition to Dubai’s sporting calendar and will see participants challenge […]

DP World, the leading global provider of smart end-to-end logistics solutions, and Dubai Customs will be exploring opportunities to develop trade links between Israel and the United Arab Emirates, following the signing of a series of memorandums of understanding (MoUs). Group Chairman and CEO of DP World, HE Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, signed MoUs with […]

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The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre, has announced a variety of remarkable experiences for guests to enjoy this September – from one of the most popular brunches in DIFC at Café Belge and a fancy breakfast offering at Le Cirque to a wheel of fortune at Cake Patisserie. CAKE Indulge and win spa experiences at […]

Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI), an agency of Dubai Economy, is working closely with investors with the aim of enhancing the absorptive capacity of new quality investments that keep pace with global market trends and support sustainable economic growth in the emirate, said Fahad Al Gergawi, CEO of Dubai FDI and President of the […]

Space industry could become one of the UAE’s most promising sectors and a key pillar of economic growth over the next 50 years, according to a new whitepaper released by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The report, titled Space Economy Investment Opportunities for the UAE,identifies10areas of the space economy that offer the most investment […]

The Dubai-headquartered telecom operator du will get AED800 million from selling its 26 percent stake in Khazna Data Centre to Abu Dhabi’s Technology Holding Company. Net revenue from the deal could be about AED521 million. It was last week that the du management confirmed there were moves to divest its Khazna stake. Once the transaction […]

His Excellency Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council, has inaugurated a brand new fitness centre for ladies at Fitness Time in Al Mamzar, Dubai. HE Saeed Hareb inaugurated the premises in the presence of Nasser Aman Al Rahma, Assistant Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council, Sheikh Hamed Ali S Al Saqri, Managing Director […]

Emirates has announced it will resume its A380 service to Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME) – serving market demand and offering customers more travel options. The airline resumed flights to the Russian capital last week and due to strong passenger demand, its iconic Emirates A380 will operate the Dubai to Moscow route starting 18 September. Emirates […]

The pandemic has made the businesses realize that customer engagement is what will help them sail through these times. Customer Engagement is the emotional connection between a brand and its customers. It is a process where customers interact with the brand through various channels to develop and strengthen their relationships. Customers that are highly engaged […]

The Dubai International Financial Centre, DIFC, Courts has signed a cooperation agreement with the Dubai Investment Development Agency, Dubai FDI, an agency of the Department of Economic Development, DED, in Dubai, to support the emirate’s economic ambitions outlined in Dubai Plan 2021. Building on cooperation first initiated in 2015, the terms of the memorandum state […]

In line with its commitment to enhancing foreign direct investment (FDI) into Dubai and enabling investors to grow and expand their business across regional and global markets, the Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI), an agency of Dubai Economy, recently hosted an event during which a Golden Residency was presented to Sun Jiansheng, Chairman of […]

Dubai Economy, in co-operation with the Dubai Sports Council, has shut down a swimming pool in a sports facility that failed to display physical distancing stickers. Inspectors from the Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) Sector in Dubai Economy also imposed penalties on three commercial establishments for their employees’ lack of commitment to wearing masks, […]

Emirates has introduced an exciting new deal that will help international students to see more of their family, and more of the world during the year. Whether it is to travel between home and school, or to see more of the world with friends during school breaks throughout the year, student travellers can enjoy special […]

Get ready to experience amazing as the Middle East’s largest theme park destination Dubai Parks and Resorts™is set to re-open the doors to MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, the largest Hollywood-inspired theme park in the Middle East, and Lapita™ Hotel, UAE’s one-of-its-kind Polynesian-inspired family resort, on 23rd September 2020 with enhanced safety measures, and celebrates its re-opening with […]

The Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) has closed four establishments, suspended the permits of 14 others and issued final warnings to 19 more companies for non-compliance with COVID-19 precautionary measures put in place across all tourism touchpoints. Dubai Tourism stressed on the need to preserve and build on the gains made by […]

With the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic, the trends in technology have evolved at an exponential pace. This has impacted some of the major functions of business primarily marketing, advertising, and lead generation. With this shift, webinars have gained popularity. They provide a suitable platform for a business to establish itself as a thought leader and […]

Dubai Economy intensified its disciplinary measures against those who violate COVID-19 precautionary guidelines, and also reminded that the shut-down period and the fines imposed on violating facilities will be doubled, depending on the nature of the violation. A restaurant in Bluewaters that was found to have violated the precautionary guidelines was ordered closed by Dubai […]

Master-developer, Dubai South Properties, announced that investments in its first leasehold staff accommodation development, Sakany, have reached AED 500 million, helping to position the project as a regional benchmark for safe and secure housing for blue collar workers. The welfare of residents is central to Sakany’s proposition, reflected by its first-rate leisure facilities and well-equipped […]

The region’s most experienced and successful free zone operator, Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), said it has ramped up efforts to support the Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) sector affected by COVID-19. The Free Zone hosted a webinar titled “Empowering Growth During Business Uncertainty” that attracted top industry experts and Jafza associates. Abdullah Alajaji, Founder, […]

India have made a clean sweep of all the titles on offer in the badminton competition of DSC Dubai Sports Community Club’s Tournament, with rising star Tanisha Crasto winning three of them. The 17-year old Crasto, who is India’s top-ranked junior doubles player and has represented the country at the World Junior Badminton Championships, showed […]

Dubai Economy has shut down a café in Karama in co-operation with Dubai Municipality and Dubai Tourism after the outlet was found to have ignored physical distancing guidelines issued as a precautionary measure against COVID-19. The action came following response from the public to the call of Dubai Economy to report commercial establishments and outlets […]

Dubai-based New Media Academy, the first-of-its-kind digital academy supporting a new generation of content creators in the Arab World, is launching a six-day Storytelling Programme delivered by renowned screenwriting guru Robert McKee — with the aim of developing 1,001 storytellers from the Arab region. Robert McKee has had an immense influence on popular culture and […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has reaffirmed its commitment to driving the future of finance by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF). The agreement between the two forward-looking counterparts will advance the innovation agenda […]

Culture is an essential tool for the restart after the coronavirus and the Dubai Expo in 2021, the first global event after the pandemic broke out, will be the ideal occasion to reconstruct relations between countries and for Italy to re-launch itself on a multilateral platform. This was the message that emerged during an ANSA […]

Emirates has announced it will resume passenger services to Casablanca, Morocco from 18 September*. The resumption of flights takes Emirates’ African network to 14 destinations, as the airline safely and gradually restores its network on the continent and across the globe to meet the travel needs of its customers. Flights to Casablanca will operate three times […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) Sector in Dubai Economy is continuing with its field inspections to ensure that all companies, merchants, consumers and the public adhere to the various precautionary measures and protocols announced in the emirate to limit the spread of COVID-19, including physical distancing, wearing masks and gloves, as well as […]

The objective of any business is to extract actionable and commercially relevant information to improve performance. According to Sharad Agarwal, CEO of Cyber Gear, “If you’re able to go into a meeting, and other people have opinions, but you have data to support your arguments and your recommendations, you’re going to be heard.” The Top […]

The Dubai International Marine Club, DIMC, has launched a virtual race that simulates the competition of the modern sailing boats around the world, that will sail under “Virtual Regatta Inshore – Dubai”. The new project targets a modern application fanatic and those who are interested in online gaming. The launching of this project will be […]

Dubai Startup Hub, an entrepreneurship initiative of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and the Chamber’s representative office in India, have officially kicked off the first-ever Dubai Tech Tour, a virtual trade mission joined by 15 promising Indian scale-ups specialising in fintech and healthtech. Organised by Dubai Startup Hub in partnership with Startup India and […]

Trading Enterprises, an Al-Futtaim Automotive company and the official distributor of Ram vehicles in the UAE, is launching “Ram Power-Up Weekend”, an exceptional promotion campaign aiming at encouraging and supporting truck enthusiasts interested in purchasing some exclusive Ram models engineered to deliver outstanding performance in the toughest conditions. Running from 10 to 12 September 2020 […]

The record 100-plus strong cast and crew of ‘7th Sense’ – the highly anticipated debut web-series production of Mumbai-based GaurangDoshi Productions – has successfully started shooting the larger-than-life Hindi crime thriller in Dubai, UAE, after arriving in the emirate from Mumbai, India, last month. Eminent Bollywood producer GaurangDoshi is producing ‘7th Sense’ with a star-studded […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has announced that its much awaited residential and commercial complex Aura, located in Jebel Ali, has achieved the 95% construction milestone despite the current pandemic related disruptions that the real estate market is facing. Aura is a 479-unit and B+G+17-storey development, which comprises 349 studios, 87 […]

A delegation of the Indian Premier League team Rajasthan Royals, led by its chairman Ranjit Barthakur, visited Dubai Sports Council this week to discuss mutual cooperation and ways of promoting and developing cricket in the UAE. His Excellency Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council, received Barthakur in the presence of Nasser Aman Al […]

Hala, the joint venture between the RTA and Careem, has today announced that in line with RTA guidelines, four passengers will be allowed to travel in Hala (Dubai Taxi) Vans booked on the Careem app. Previously, all taxi travel had been restricted to two passengers per vehicle. Due to the two rows of passenger seating […]

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, chaired today a meeting of the Executive Council at The Expo Metro Station, to celebrate the 11th anniversary of Dubai Metro, and the launch of Dubai Metro Route 2020. During the meeting, His Highness said that […]

Emirates will re-start passenger services to Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME) with two flights a week, starting 11 September. The resumption of flights to Moscow will take the airline’s expanding network in Europe to 26 cities – offering Emirates’ global customers with more travel options to Europe, and customers in Russia with renewed connections to the […]

With companies having a global workforce and international clients, it has become increasingly essential to master the art of presenting online through webinars. Organizing a webinar can be a challenging prospect. There are many factors to consider for delivery of an effective webinar that is engaging and gets the message across to your audience in […]

Dubai SME, the agency of Dubai Economy mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector in Dubai, has taken major strides in positioning the emirate as an attractive hub and launch-pad for innovation and enterprise. The Hamdan Innovation Incubator (HI2) in Dubai SME and its pioneering Innovation Attraction Programme – smeiap.com – have […]

Emirates has announced a collaboration with Huawei, one of the world’s top smartphone brands, to promote the Emirates app to Huawei phone users and build a more convenient and rewarding experience for passengers as travel demand recovers in the post-pandemic era. Since January 2020, Emirates passengers have been downloading the Emirates app (Android version) at […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, has celebrated the accomplishments and commitment of its Season 24 partners by announcing the annual Global VillageAwards’ winners for their extraordinary contributions towards sustained success and remarkable 9.1/10 score in Guests Happiness Index. These awards are announced as Global […]

TheGender Balance Council at du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has concluded its first-ever internal webinar, where a range of topics were discussed concerning gender equality and achieving inclusion in the workplace. Held under the theme ‘Defying gender stereotypes through working in gender dominated industries,’ the agenda entailed insights from four guest speakers, followed […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has expanded the applicant criteria for its successful Prescribed Companies regime. The expanded Prescribed Company regime is expected to attract companies to establish structures at DIFC that align with international best practice. DIFC initially introduced […]

Produced by Sisters Grimm and featuring international artists uniting with uture rising stars the epic single ‘The Way Home’ releases today. Filmed on the city’s most iconic stage – Dubai Opera – the music video for ‘The Way Home’ is written by Grammy nominated Composer Ella Spira and DB Gad and features his vocals alongside […]