Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, has partnered with Big Bad Wolf 2019 in an effort to promote the culture of reading and giving in the UAE. As a charity partner for the world’s biggest book sale, which is taking place between October 10 to 20, Dubai Cares is hosting an on-site […]

Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane and former Dutch football star Clarence Seedorf will headline a stellar cast of speakers at the first Dubai Artificial Intelligence in Sports (DAIS) Conference and Exhibition, which takes place on October 14 and 15 at Dubai World Trade Centre’s Sheikh Rashid Hall with sessions starting 9am. Being organized under the […]

Expo 2020 Dubai and the Ministry of Education (MoE) today announced a collaboration that will provide students of UAE public universities with exceptional opportunities to learn and develop their skills through the Expo 2020 University Visit Programme. The programme provides university students in the UAE with the opportunity to attend The World’s Greatest Show, which […]

Mercedes-Benz Challenge presented by Gargash Group and powered by Rush-A-Way is back with its 8thseason offering power-packed and thrilling challenges on 1st November 2019. The full-day event brings together 100 teams of 2-4 members competing to solve seven exciting challenges that will be located in different hotspots of Dubai. The winners will proudly drive away […]

Dubai Water and Electricity Authority (DEWA) has awarded a contract for construction work of its new headquarters, called Al-Shera’a (Arabic for sail). DEWA awarded the AED 981,960,889 contract to a consortium comprising Ghantoot Transport & General Contracting and Ghantoot Gulf Contracting. Construction is expected to be complete within 30 months. DEWA previously awarded the first phase of construction, worth […]

Over 40 regional and prominent international designers from the Middle East, Europe and Asia will come together once again for the Arab Fashion Week from 9th to 14th October 2019 in City Walk, the design-inspired open-air lifestyle neighbourhood by Meraas. The event celebrates a wide calendar of fashion shows, pop-ups, presentations and trunk shows which […]

Prof Marc Raibert and Dr Christian Guttmann, two of the biggest names in the world of robotics and Artificial Intelligence, will be sharing their authoritative insights at the first Dubai Artificial Intelligence in Sports (DAIS) Conference and Exhibition, which will be held at Dubai World Trade Centre’s Sheikh Rashid Hall on October 14 and 15. Being […]

DAMAC has announced the early completion of the final floor slab of the North tower of its premier London project, DAMAC Tower Nine Elms. The core and floor slabs of the South Tower were also completed in August 2019. Commenting on the progress, Senior Vice President at DAMAC Properties, Niall McLoughlin, said, “Being our premier development in London, and the […]

Downtown Design, the region’s leading design trade fair, will take place from 12-15 November, as part of Dubai Design Week With increased participation from international brands, this year’s edition will be the most varied yet, with representation from 30 countries In anticipation of Expo2020, the fair will house more country pavilions than ever, including presentations […]

H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, inaugurated the world’s first floating Smart Police Station, at GITEX 2019. Dubai Police has partnered with the group behind the innovative Floating Seahorse Villa, Kleindienst, to reveal the world’s first floating Smart Police Station. The announcement was made […]

High-level delegations joined by government officials and business leaders from Brazil, Azerbaijan and Ethiopia visited GITEX Technology Week 2019 in Dubai this week where they participated in 100 bilateral meetings with key stakeholders from the UAE, including 16 promising startups exhibiting at GITEX Future Stars 2019. The roadshows, organised by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and […]

An epic journey of discovery awaits at BMIUAE on Friday 11th October, when Satori presents Maktub – a spiritual experience that collides with musical mastery, where endless dreams and energy meet on the dance floor. Dedicate your spirit to healing practices and good vibes with a day full of atmospheric music and performances that raises the vibration […]

For over two weeks, hundreds of Emirates customers were wowed with fabulous surprises and novel prizes at Emirates Terminal 3. Sharing the joy and creating a buzz among travellers was part of Emirates Skywards’ celebrations on achieving a key milestone: 25 million members. From 22 September to 7 October, Emirates Skywards gave away around 400 prizes, […]

H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, inaugurated the world’s first floating Smart Police Station, at GITEX 2019. Free of any human intervention, the Station will be opened in the sea off Dubai’s World Islands next year. It will help sea users and World Island […]

The QE2 will celebrate the festival of lights with a Diwali Festival of Flavours at the Lido. Friends and families can enjoy an extensive feast of Indian delicacies, live music, a kids’ play area and the option to combine the evening with a night’s stay and breakfast.

GEMS Education and its UniConnect division have partnered with My Path to Uni (MPTU), a new consortium of high-profile education providers offering both online and offline best-practice college and career guidance resources and services to students. This is the first resource of its kind in the region, offering a one-stop-shop for students to access a […]

H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority has inaugurated the second chapter of the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale in Dubai. The ten-day book sale is recognised as the world’s largest and will open its doors to the public from 10th-20th October in Dubai Studio […]

Emirates Post celebrated World Post Day with an awards ceremony in which the UAE winners of the UPU International Letter Writing Competition were honoured. Fittingly, the event was held at the Etihad Museum, which chronicles the birth of the UAE. Since 1969, World Post Day has been celebrated annually on 09 October in more than […]

Meraas is hosting a range of breast cancer awareness activations this month to raise the profile of the most diagnosed cancer in women worldwide, and one that is predicted to affect two million more people every year. With cancer cases forecast to double by 2030 in the Middle East, according to research from the World […]

Sales prices in Dubai are expected to continue to soften for the remainder of the year, by up to 5% in some instances, while rental rate declines appear to be slowing with decreases of just 1% witnessed in Q3 according to the latest research from leading international real estate services firm, Chestertons’ Observer: Dubai Market […]

Dubai Asset Management, the owner and manager of one of the city’s largest portfolios of residential rental communities and a member of Dubai Holding, today announced the launch of a cutting-edge staff accommodation management app. The new interface of the DubaiAM Life platform targets corporate housing clients and accommodation managers across its 10 residential communities. […]

Enjoy a spine-chilling Halloween at Gaucho Dubai, as the ‏ ‏Argentinian style‏ ‏ restaurant celebrates Halloween with its gruesome double brunch on Friday 1st November 2019. ‏ ‏The food will be devilishly good – diners can sink their fangs into Braised beef back ribs glazed in hoisin and chilli orange sauce, Ancho ribeye or Black truffle risotto. […]

A breath of fresh air in the middle of a buzzing city, Key West Bar & Grill is the ideal spot to enjoy island style flavors in a laidback beachside setting. You’ll be transported to dreaming of holidays and good times as you kick-back and enjoy a vibrant mix of flavours at Key West – the […]

The UAE ranked first in the Arab World and 25th globally in the Global Competitiveness Report, 2019, released by the World Economic Forum, Davos, on Wednesday. According to the report, which assesses the competitiveness landscape of 141 economies, providing unique insight into the drivers of economic growth, the UAE gained two positions since the last […]

Bringing back the nostalgia, the trinity of 90s playback singing , Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik and Kumar Sanu will be performing live in Dubai on Friday, October 18, 2019 at Sheikh Rashid Hall, Dubai World Trade Centre. This would be the Asia premier of the “Legends Forever” show which brings together the popular singers on […]

Fourteen Dubai Government entities have successfully reduced their consumption of paper by 74 million pieces a year, saving 3.5 million hours and AED335 million in the process, as they implemented the Dubai Paperless Strategy 2021. Launched by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the […]

‘Tis the season to be spooky’ and there’s no better place to celebrate with the little ones than at Dubai’s favourite family-friendly edutainment destination – Mattel Play! Town. This Halloween, the award-winning attraction located at City Walk will be pulling out all the stops to ensure the kiddos have some spooktacular fun with “A Not […]

ENOC Group today launched ENOC Link, an innovative digital venture that enables refuelling services to businesses and fleet owners across the UAE. ENOC Link is a fully owned subsidiary of ENOC Group, created as part of ‘Next’, the Group’s digital accelerator programme announced earlier this year. ENOC Link introduces a revolutionary business model that provides […]

Dubai , the Silicon of Oasis Authority (DSOA), Signed of a Memorandum Of Understanding ( the MoU) With of Mashreq Bank to On The Sidelines Of the GITEX Technology Week 2019, The 39 Th Edition Of The Biggest tech ‘s Event In The Middle East and North Africa. The two-year agreement names Mashreq Bank as […]

As Dubai gears up for the Dubai Fitness Challenge that kicks off in just 10 days, Dubai Holding today announced its contribution to this highly anticipated month of fitness, with the return of Dubai’s official vertical race: Dubai Holding SkyRun 2019. Held in partnership with Dubai Sports Council (DSC), International SkyRunning Federation, Vertical World Circuit, Talise […]

With more than 13 years’ experience in touring around the globe, playing at some of the biggest electronic-dance music parties the world has seen, Audiofly will be taking the stage at Dubai’s after-hours hotspot, Mantis, on the 13th October. Running every other Sunday, HABITAT at Mantis welcomes some of the biggest names in electronic music culture […]

Who says weekdays can’t be fun? Emaar Entertainment is making sure that your weekdays are as much fun as the weekends with fantastic value-added offers across its entertainment attractions. Enjoy real-world experiences, where learning and fun is rolled into one with KidZania’s After School Mania! Offered at both its Dubai and Abu Dhabi locations, visitors […]

Ahead of its inaugural flight to Mexico City via Barcelona on 9 December, Emirates is offering travellers in the UAE a chance to book early and discover one of most fascinating and vibrant cities in the Americas.* Families and solo travellers can also take advantage and venture to a new destination this winter. Economy Class […]

IT spending in the UAE is expected to grow by a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8% to reach AED 23.1 billion by the end of 2019, new analysis from Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has revealed. The analysis, based on recent data from Fitch Solutions, was released on the sidelines of GITEX […]

DP World, the official Premier Global Trade Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai, has revealed the design of its pavilion, which will be one of the largest at the Expo site. The pavilion will be centered around the concept of ‘Making Trade Flow’, and demonstrate how DP World enables trade across the world so people have […]

Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, has reiterated and strengthened its commitment towards Early Childhood Development (ECD) by announcing a new partnership with Save the Children in support of integrated ECD services in crisis and conflict settings, as well as participating at the MIT Solve ECD Challenge Finals 2019, on […]

Emirates Literature Foundation will host award-winning novelist Lisa O’Donnell at an intimate evening event on Tuesday 15 October, where she will discuss the art of storytelling and the tension between imagination and realism in fiction. Acclaimed novelist Lisa won the Commonwealth Book Prize-for her debut The Death of Bees.  Her second novel, Closed Doors was […]

We’ve been thrilled by the public response to Expo 2020 Dubai’s One Year to Go event in Burj Park, Downtown Dubai. Tickets have been fully booked in less than two hours, with people from 76 nationalities reserving their place to celebrate this nationally-significant moment. The Dubai event will feature live performances by global superstar Mariah […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region and home to the largest, most developed FinTech ecosystem in the region has been awarded ‘FinTech Hub of the Year’ in the FinX awards. This accolade reflects DIFC’s achievements as a global hub for innovation […]

Smart Dubai has launched 27 new services across several important sectors via its flagship DubaiNow application – a one-stop shop for all smart services in the emirate – to further ease access to these services and expand their scope. The launch took place as Smart Dubai takes part in the 39th annual GITEX Technology Week, […]

Etisalat is pushing boundaries of innovation with its impressive digital showcase, signaling the new future of mobility at this year’s GITEX Technology Week. This is in line with Etisalat’s continuous efforts to boost the Dubai Government strategy to raise the share of autonomous transport to as much as 25% of the total transportation in the […]

Dubai Economy has announced its move to a Unified Business Registry Platform (UBRP) hosted on the innovative Blockchain Platform as a Service (BPaaS) of Dubai Pulse, a joint initiative of Smart Dubai and du.  The UBRP will enable local and federal entities to provide a unified and transparent outlook of business in Dubai and establish […]

Qindeel Printing, Publishing and Distribution, the publishing arm of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF), has revealed details of its agenda for the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale 2019, taking place in Dubai Studio City on October 10-20, 2019. Qindeel organised an event to launch the exhibition at Dubai’s Al Safa Library, […]

Have you always dreamt of meeting your fitness idol or, better yet, working out with them? Well, Dubai Active is here to make your dreams a reality! World renowned fitness trainers, Kayla Itsines and Kelsey Wells are all set to take the stage at Dubai Active, which is held in collaboration with Dubai Sports Council, on […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry hosted visiting delegations from Brazil, Azerbaijan and Ethiopia on the sidelines of GITEX Technology Week 2019 joined by business leaders and government officials, while it facilitated over 100 bilateral business meetings taking place throughout the week. Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of Dubai Chamber, organised the visits in cooperation […]

As the final quarter of the year approaches, Dubai’s property market presents good conditions for buyers, investors and renters, as per Bayut’s latest Q3 2019 market report. This is also reflected in the Dubai Land Department’s (DLD) report, which confirms that the value of real estate transactions in Dubai has grown by 12% in 2019 […]

Former DP World Tour Championship winner Jon Rahm returned to the summit of the European Tour’s Race to Dubai Rankings after successfully defending his Mutuactivos Open de España title with a dominant display in Madrid. The 2018 Ryder Cup rookie, who secured a record third Rolex Series title earlier this year at the Dubai Duty […]

dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, has extended its partnership with Terminal One Group Association (TOGA) in New York through to 2023. The extension will see dnata continue to provide quality ground and passenger handling services to over 20 airlines including Air France, Japan Airlines, Korean Air and Lufthansa, ensuring smooth and […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, was awarded the rating of ‘BB-’ with a stable outlook by Fitch, one of the highly esteemed big three global credit rating agencies. This was the first time the developer went through Fitch’s rating process since its inception. The rating reflects Azizi Developments’ financial stability, its […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) is proud to possess strong cooperative relationships with several local partners, primarily banks in the UAE — including Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB) — to support its directives and initiatives in its real estate registration and regulation processes, such as the Mollak system. On 18 September 2019, DLD, represented, by the […]

Global superstar Mariah Carey and acclaimed Emirati artist and Expo 2020 Ambassador Hussain Al Jassmi will perform live for the UAE on 20 October 2019, kick-starting the One Year to Go countdown to Expo 2020 Dubai, the World’s Greatest Show. The entire nation is invited to join in free, family-friendly festivities in every emirate from […]

Passionate about supporting and nurturing the Middle East’s fashion talent, ESMOD DUBAI is hosting two events this month that will give fashion hopefuls the opportunity to speak with industry experts, explore their talents, and turn their fashion dreams in to a reality. See below for ESMOD DUBAI’s upcoming events this October. ESMO DUBAI Open Day […]

In the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, Expo 2020 Dubai, the UAE Ministry of Education and private educational groups in the UAE have signed commitment agreements that place school students at the heart of the next World Expo. The signing was also […]

Dubai’s hottest underground nightclub, Analog Room, will be buzzing with action-packed events three days a week this month! Bursting with local and international DJs and brilliantly-curated resident acts, activities kick off from Wednesday to Friday at this electronic nightclub. Wednesday: Cozy up every Wednesday with Analog Room’s jazz night. Catch a mind-blowing performance by resident […]

World Architecture Day is on 7 October and to celebrate, Expo 2020 has released a selection of new images from the site. Expo 2020 Dubai will be the World’s Greatest Show, bringing together the cream of world architectural talent in the field in one place, and continuing a proud lineage of architectural wonders at World […]

After the launch of ONLY WATCH earlier this week, the newly refurbished Christie’s Dubai office will be showcasing from 7 to 10 October, 25highlights from the upcoming Islamic and Indian Worlds auction, which will be taking place in London on 24 October.  Over the past two years Christie’s London has become the home of the […]

Due to overwhelming high demand, Broadway Entertainment Group and Dubai Opera are pleased to announce yet another extension to the Dubai premiere of the multi-award-winning show. Five more shows will be added to the UAE debut of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA meaning musical theatre fans and Phantom aficionados will have five more opportunities to […]

Emirates Literature Foundation and Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) announced today the signing of a new agreement which sees DEWA become the Official Sustainability Partner for the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature, the largest and best-loved celebration of the written and spoken word in the Middle East. HH Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, […]

Bringing back the nostalgia, the trinity of 90s playback singing , Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik and Kumar Sanu will be performing live in Dubai on Friday, October 18, 2019 at Sheikh Rashid Hall, Dubai World Trade Centre. This would be the Asia premier of the “Legends Forever” show which brings together the popular singers on […]

Union Coop, the largest consumer cooperative in the UAE, has been awarded the Dubai Chamber Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Label for the seventh consecutive year. This is a recognition of the retail pioneer’s distinguished efforts in the field of corporate social responsibility and its commitment to develop responsible practices, its role in supporting vital sectors […]

Mercedes-Benz Challenge presented by Gargash Group and powered by Rush-A-Way is back with its 8thseason offering power-packed and thrilling challenges on 1st November 2019. The full-day event brings together 100 teams of 2-4 members competing to solve seven exciting challenges that will be located in different hotspots of Dubai. The winners will proudly drive away […]

An epic journey of discovery awaits at BMIUAE on Friday 11th October, when Satori presents Maktub – a spiritual experience that collides with musical mastery, where endless dreams and energy meet on the dance floor. Dedicate your spirit to healing practices and good vibes with a day full of atmospheric music and performances that raises the vibration […]

SAE, the world’s leading education provider in the creative media industry, continues its support for film students by providing them a platform to display their skills. SAE hosted the 4th edition of Film Festival on October,1 at the Dubai Knowledge Park Auditorium and Conference Centre, where its exceptionally creative students were honoured with several awards […]

Preparations for Smart Dubai’s pavilion at the 39th edition of GITEX Technology Week 2019, to be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 6th to 10th October, 2019, are underway. Under the theme “From Paper to Paperless,” Smart Dubai’s pavilion showcases Dubai’s strategies, services and initiatives that expedite the shift towards a paperless government […]

Join world-renowned celebrity chef Jamie Oliver as he embarks on his latest travel adventure, a vegetarian food adventure across the globe in his latest show ‘Jamie’s Ultimate Veg’.  The show airs exclusively in the Middle East on FOX Life on October 6 at 8pm UAE time/7pm KSA time. In this brand-new series, Jamie takes us […]

Dubai Economy will be at the Gitex Technology Week being held at the Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre (DICEC), 6-10 October 2019, with the recently launched ‘Virtual Commercial City’ initiative as the centerpiece of its participation. Launched in line with the 3rd article of the 50-Year Charter of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid […]

Dubai CommerCity (DCC), first dedicated e-commerce free zone in the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia (MENASA), will participate in the 39th GITEX Technology Week, being held from October 6-10 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. In line with the recent announcement by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince […]

Dubai Internet City (DIC), the Middle East’s leading technology business community, is exhibiting several immersive and cutting-edge solutions from its business partners at GITEX Technology Week, the region’s biggest tech trade show, from October 6 – 10. Its participation is testimony to its vision to contribute towards Dubai’s technological growth and evolution. Under the theme […]

Dubai Sports City’s ICC Academy, the only global cricket facility with world class facilities for local and international players, hosted Johnny Bairstow as part of his first visit to the UAE on Tuesday, 1st October 2019 in the indoor cricket centre. Jonny Bairstow is England’s leading wicketkeeper batsman, who plays internationally for England and domestically […]

Dubai International Financial Centre, the leading financial hub in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region, is continuing to prioritise digital adoption and transformation to enhance connectivity and accessibility in and around the financial hub. The new introductions to the infrastructure will further enable ease of doing business to and from the centre, […]

The UAE is reinforcing its efforts to become a leading global centre of 3D printing by 2030. On 23rd May 2016, the UAE inaugurated the ‘Office of the Future’, the world’s first fully functional 3D printed building. Earlier this year, the Ministry of Health and Prevention unveiled a plan to use 3D printing technology in […]

Emirati astronaut Hazza Al Mansoori has returned to Earth following his eight-day mission on board the International Space Station, ISS. Al Mansoori touched down safely in the Soyuz MS-12 descent module in Kazakhstan on Thursday.

Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) continues to inspire future technology leaders within the tourism industry at GITEX Future Stars 2019, the Middle East, North Africa & South Asia’s biggest start-up event and part of the GITEX Technology Week.  Hosted from 6 to 9 October at Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai Tourism will be hosting […]

The UAE is ranked first in the Arab Region and fourth globally in the launch and use of 5G networks, according to the Global Connectivity Index, The Connectivity Index, issued by Carphone Warehouse, which specialises in technology benchmarking. The UAE is also the third globally in the overall ranking of the index, which measures the […]

The stage was set, and there was palpable excitement among the graduates, their families and friends as VIPs and senior leaders arrived to celebrate Emirates Group Security’s 14th graduation earlier today. The ceremony, held at the Emirates Group Headquarters, honoured the achievements of the latest cohort of 109 graduates from 35 nationalities – 72 received the Diploma in Aviation Security […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD), organised a gathering of real estate developers, in collaboration with Reed MIDEM SAS, to participate in the 31st edition of MIPIM France on 10 – 13 March 2020 under the theme ‘The Future is MIPIM.’ The meetup was held under the theme ‘Dubai at MIPIM,’ and encourages real estate developers to […]

Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural festival Parks and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, announced that all the VIP packs of the new season – Platinum, Gold, and Silver – have been sold out in record time in the face of extraordinary customer demand. To meet customer demand, Global Village […]

The Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) and a high-level European delegation yesterday (Wednesday) discussed ways to foster mutual cooperation and develop networking mechanisms with business communities. The business delegation, which involved 11 businessmen and women representing some of the most prominent startups in Europe, including France, Germany, Russia, the United Kingdom, Estonia and Italy, was […]

Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) and the UAE’s premier telecom provider Etisalat offered a glimpse of how 5G technology can revolutionise the way companies operating in Jafza will do business in the future. The next-generation technology was demonstrated onboard through an Etisalat-Ericsson co-branded bus for DP World Officials, business leaders and employees. The guests experienced […]

ENOC Group, the Official Integrated Energy Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai, today unveiled its plans to present one of the most compelling pavilions at the Expo 2020 Dubai, designed to inspire and intrigue visitors over the six-month mega event, which opens on 20 October 2020. Uniquely conceptualised, the pavilion will underline ENOC’s industry leadership through […]

Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) and Naseba announced the dates for HITEC Dubai 2019, the Middle East’s largest hospitality technology show for hotels, at the first advisory council meeting that took place today at the V Hotel Dubai, Curio Collection by Hilton. Endorsed by Dubai Tourism, HITEC Dubai will be held this year on […]

Emirates has won the Aviation 100 ‘Middle East & Africa Airline of the Year’, awarded by Airline Economics magazine. The Aviation 100 awards distinguish the most outstanding performers in commercial aviation, as well as the most innovative and successful finance and leasing deals closed over the last 12 months. The awards were held during the […]

Nasdaq Dubai has welcomed the listing of a US$500 million Sukuk and a $500 million conventional bond issued by global trade enabler DP World. DP World is the largest UAE debt issuer by value on the region’s international exchange, with Sukuk and conventional bond listings now totalling $9.09 billion. The organisation operates a geographically diverse […]

Dubai FDI, the investment development agency of Dubai Economy, and the Dubai Future Foundation held the ‘Impact FDI Forum’ on 1st October, 2019, at Emirates Towers. The forum was part of a programme of the Hamdan Centre for the Future of Investment, focused on helping stakeholders transform the targets of the Sustainable Development Goals into […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) Sector in Dubai Economy has started receiving applications from businesses wishing to participate in the Consumer Friendly Standards evaluation announced earlier this year. The initiative is part of the efforts of Dubai Economy to develop the customer experience and merchant-consumer relations in the local market, thereby strengthening business […]

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) marks a significant moment in the 15-year history of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) this week by registering the 500th firm conducting financial services in or from the DIFC. The firm is Kotak Mahindra Bank of India, which will conduct a full suite of commercial banking activity. Saeb Eigner, Chairman of the DFSA, said: […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted a high-level business delegation from Europe which is currently visiting the UAE to explore business opportunities in key sectors and fields related to Expo 2020, including food and beverage, healthcare, ICT, energy, environment, construction and circular economy. As part of the visit, Dubai Chamber facilitated nearly 300 […]

Emirates’ award-winning A380 made its debut at Cairo International Airport (CAI) today as the airline brought its popular aircraft to Egypt for the first time. The landing demonstrated the airport’s readiness to accommodate the A380, the world’s largest commercial passenger jet. Welcomed with a ceremonial water cannon salute, the A380 flight was led by Egyptian […]

Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, The Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature will return for its 12th edition with new dates and a fresh format. Set to take place 4-9 February 2020 at InterContinental Dubai – […]

The Outlet Village, Dubai’s Tuscan inspired indoor shopping and leisure destination, hosted free yoga and Pilates sessions on Friday and Saturday, featuring popular local yogis Allaoua Gaham and Dina Cassir to kickstart the new season. Yogini Dina Cassir began the session with Vinyasa Flow and guided participants on a journey of movement during her tranquil […]

Pepsi® this week joined forces with global pop group Now United to introduce Pepsi black®, a new “Bold Taste, Bold Flavor” cola to countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The popular band, made up of 14 singers and dancers from across the world, celebrated the debut of Pepsi black with a high-energy […]

Following a successful launch last month which saw over 400 cyclists on the track at the first ride of the season, the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge Build-Up Ride 2 is around the corner, taking place on Friday, 11 October. Held once again at Al Qudra Cycle Track, registration for the 65km event is closing on Friday, […]

Dubai’s ‘THINKLIGHT’ conference – a major trend forecaster for the full spectrum lighting industry – is this year expected to identify huge growth opportunities in the region’s smart lighting sector. The free-to-attend conference, which is integral to the Light Middle East exhibition and networking programme, will examine trends within a sector forecasted to register 25% […]

Being healthy and active isn’t just about moving; it’s about educating and challenging ourselves to maintain the healthiest lives that we can possibly live by focusing on our emotional, physical and mental wellbeing. Whether you are just starting out on your health and exercise journey or you are a devoted fitness enthusiast, then the Dubai […]

The second season of the Dubai Festival City Half Marathon will take place on November 1. Dubai Festival City, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate’s fully integrated mega project, will host the run which is being organised by RaceME. The first race is scheduled to start at 6:30am and participants can register on or before October 25th. […]

Swede Joakim Bjorkman and American Chad Pfeifer are the final two EDGA golfers confirmed for the EDGA Dubai Finale, the new 36-hole tournament for Golfers of Determination that will run alongside the season-ending DP World Tour Championship, Dubai at Jumeirah Golf Estates in November. The EDGA Dubai Finale will be staged on Friday November 22 […]

His Excellency Li Xuhang, Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Dubai, has celebrated China’s National Day by ringing the market-opening bell at Nasdaq Dubai. The ceremony reflected the strong and rapidly growing links between China and the UAE, which include Chinese bonds being listed on Nasdaq Dubai. As the MENA region’s business hub, the UAE plays […]

Taking place annually throughout the month of October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month aims to raise awareness in countries across the world, helping to increase attention of the disease, inform about early detection signs and educate people about treatment and best care of the disease. Support women around the world this Breast Cancer Awareness Month and […]

Over 15,000 dnata employees around the world teamed up and took part in the company’s unique fundraising activity, ‘dnata runs the world’, to make a positive difference to the lives of others. Across the continents, from Sydney to San Francisco, teams from 26 countries joined the challenge to run the combined distance of the circumference […]

Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC) held its third board meeting for 2019, chaired by His Excellency Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of DIEDC. The board members reviewed the progress of the DIEDC 2017-2020 Strategy, and discussed ways of aligning it with the priorities highlighted in the Letter of the […]

Emirates is celebrating a milestone in its operations to South Africa, marking 10 years of service to the port city of Durban. The first Emirates flight between Durban and Dubai operated on 1, October 2009, and the airline has since carried over two million passengers on the route. “The past 10 years have been both […]

The Pearl Initiative, a business-led non-profit organisation promoting corporate accountability in the Gulf Region’s private sector, recently rolled out the second ‘Theory of Change’ workshop in Dubai, following the success of the first in the series held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, earlier this year. Held as part of the Pearl Initiative’s Governance in Philanthropy programme, […]

The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah will host a spectacular live performance by Dua Lipa, the record-breaking, award-winning global music superstar and New Rules hitmaker, on Friday, 15 November 2019. (Watch promotional video here). Dua Lipa will wow crowds with a live concert on a purpose-built stage on the water at the stunning seafront destination, with […]

Expo 2020 Dubai has named Al Ain Farms, the UAE’s largest integrated dairy company – formed under the vision of the nation’s Founding Father, His Late Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan – as the Official Dairy Provider of the World’s Greatest Show. Founded in 1981, Al Ain Farms is a celebrated dairy brand, […]

BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, the first and only theme park in the Middle East showcasing an authentic Bollywood experience, is offering guests a chance to watch the biggest action-entertainer Indian movie of the year ‘WAR’ starring Hrithik Roshan, Tiger Shroff and Vaani Kapoor. Guests can explore the magic of Bollywood with this special offer on one-day park tickets priced […]

Following the immense success of previous editions, the festive season’s most anticipated ‘dine- around’ is back.Atlantis, The Palm’s Cirque de Cuisine is returning for The Frozen Edition, and following a sell-out status in 2018, this one is not to be missed. Taking place in The Avenues at Atlantis, The Palm on 5th December, 7pm until 11pm, early […]

The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) today announced the launch of the Green Barjeel research project that aims to leverage innovative methods to grow microalgae biomass with a high lipid content in tower-shaped structures. Run in cooperation with American University of Sharjah (AUS) and Khalifa University (KU), the project involves collecting algae from […]

The Dubai Mall is celebrating China’s 70th National Day with a spectacular showcase of activities to mark ‘Golden Week,’ the national holiday that brings families together and a time when Dubai witnesses a surge in Chinese visitors. From October 1 to 7, the mall’s Waterfall Atrium and Souk Atrium will be adorned with motifs and […]

As the end of 2019 approaches, now is the perfect time to book a winter break or tick off a bucket list holiday destination before the new year begins. Why not feel the sand between your toes, admire mesmerising sea views or explore new destinations on an action packed city break on your next getaway […]

Victor Perez booked a maiden appearance in the season-ending DP World Tour Championship, a Rolex Series event, after surging up the European Tour’s Race to Dubai Rankings with a thrilling victory at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship. The Frenchman, who graduated from the European Challenge Tour last season, was tied at the top with Englishman […]

Today Emirates, the UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention and Pfizer Upjohn announced the launch of a multifaceted patient education campaign designed to increase health literacy and public awareness about the global health threat of non-communicable disease (NCDs). Today, NCDs, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, depression, and smoking-related disease are considered the leading cause of […]

Dubai has risen up the ranks of the Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI) to number eight position, representing its highest ever ranking. The city is the only financial centre within MEASA to appear within the top 10 rankings, placing it alongside other pivotal financial hubs such as London, New York, Hong Kong and Singapore.  Dubai […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has honoured 18 companies for their corporate social responsibility and sustainability efforts for the first half of 2019 during a special ceremony held at its premises earlier today. The Dubai Chamber CSR Label was presented to Alpen Capital (ME) Limited for the eighth time; Union Coop and Six Construct […]

Hannah Cheryl Alan is set for a date with one of the top 50 players on the European Tour’s Race to Dubai at this year’s DP World Tour Championship Rolex Pro-Am after being crowned the champion of the ‘Junior Luckiest Ball on Earth Presented by Zurich’ Grand Final. Some of the UAE’s finest junior golfers […]

DP World, UAE Region walked away with another industry-leading honour – this time for its Contribution to the Development of the Regional Maritime Cluster Award – at the Seatrade Maritime Middle East Awards 2019, sustaining its reputation as a top winner at the prestigious industry event. Commended for its multi-faceted excellence in port development performance, […]

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) is participating in the International Organization of Securities Commissions’ (IOSCO) third annual World Investor Week. The global campaign, beginning today, aims to promote investor education and investor protection as well as highlight global securities regulators’ initiatives in these two critical areas. As a full member of IOSCO, the Dubai […]

In recognition of its partners’ support for maintaining smooth and safe maritime traffic in Dubai, the Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) recently organized an annual meeting of partners to discuss navigational aids at Raffles Hotel. The meeting highlighted the importance of unifying efforts to ensure increased implementation of navigational aids in accordance with the international […]

Being healthy and active isn’t just about moving; it’s about educating and challenging ourselves to maintain the healthiest lives that we can possibly live by focusing on our emotional, physical and mental wellbeing. Whether you are just starting out on your health and exercise journey or you are a devoted fitness enthusiast, then the Dubai […]

Dig It, Emaar Entertainment’s incredible kids play environment based on a real-life construction site, has introduced monthly creative interactive workshops for children to learn something new in a fun and engaging way. Little ones can explore their artistic and aesthetic skills with exciting workshops such as slime making sessions, clay activities, cookie and cupcake decorating […]

The constantly shifting and evolving IT landscape requires the industry and its professionals to co-create, connect and collaborate on new and emerging trends every day. While training and upskilling are woven into the very fabric of the Emirates Group, its IT division recently took it up several notches. At the packed IT Transformation Summit held […]

The Oman Insurance Corporate Challenge 5.0 powered by LivFit and Rush-A-Way ended on a high note on September 28th 2019 where 50 organizations competed against each other to win the coveted title. During the fun-filled and thrilling competition, 94 teams with 4 members each participated in 7 action-packed challenges that were in different hotspots around […]

P&O Marinas, a DP World company, has showcased Dubai’s position as a growing and highly sought-after destination for the global yachting community at the Monaco Yacht Show, superyacht enthusiasts and the leisure tourism industry at large. The Dubai-based marina operator attracted sustained interest from visitors and leisure business leaders at the annual Monaco Yacht Show […]

Dubai Land Department’s (DLD) participation this year has further reinforced its accumulated successes in previous editions of Cityscape global, especially as it achieved all of its predetermined goals. One of the most important success factors for DLD’s participation at Cityscape Global was in attracting large numbers of visitors to the exhibition to learn about the […]

Emirates will be operating its A380 service to Cairo International Airport on 2 October 2019, making it the first scheduled commercial airline to operate an A380 flight into Egypt. With the intent to make the world’s largest commercial passenger jet a part of the airline’s scheduled service to Cairo, this inaugural flight will re-affirm the […]

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council, said that the significant growth in foreign direct investment (FDI) into Dubai is a testament to global confidence in Dubai’s economy. “Dubai is among the top three global FDI locations thanks to the vision of His […]

University students across the UAE will be immersed in the heart of Expo 2020 Dubai thanks to a series of inspiring and educational tours that will offer students the opportunity to make new connections and acquire real-life knowledge. The Expo University Visit Programme will invite all 140,000 students studying full-time at the UAE’s 120-plus universities […]

UAE’s triumphant launch to space continues to be celebrated across the country and this time, winner of the 2018 ‘The Filipino Times Awards Artist of the Year’, Nathaniel Alapide has created a dedicated work of art to commemorate the country’s momentous occasion. “Alapide created a sand art in the image and likeness of UAE’s first […]

Annual Investment Meeting (AIM), world’s leading investment platform, an initiative of the UAE Ministry of Economy, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, is gearing up to mark its 10th edition at Dubai World Trade Centre on 24-26 […]

Cementing its commitment to support the development of rugby in the UAE, Emirates has presented two Emirati rugby youth players with the opportunity of a lifetime to lead out the teams competing in the bronze final on Friday 1 November in Tokyo Stadium during Rugby World Cup 2019. The initiative is part of the airline’s […]

The Board of Trustees of the Emirates Literature Foundation was delighted to attend the signing ceremony for an agreement signalling a new chapter of the Foundation’s partnership with Emirates NBD. The long-standing partnership enters a new phase with the signing of a multi-year agreement making Emirates NBD the Official Banking Partner. The bank has been […]

A Norwegian programme to swap plastic waste for financial reward, an online software from Bhutan that calculates healthy, cost-effective school meals sourcing ingredients from local farms, and a Cameroonian project to build sustainable refugee camps are among the 25 projects selected in Expo 2020 Dubai’s Global Best Practice Programme. The 25 success stories – all […]

Philippine Senator Manny Pacquiao thrilled the sizeable Filipino crowd with his offensive prowess but it was the Dubai All Stars-DJMC who had the last laugh, scoring a thrilling 99-96 overtime win Friday night in the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League’s Dubai Invasion 2019. The 40-year-old Pacquiao, the only eight-division world champion in boxing history, showcased his […]

ACL – A Cimenteira do Louro, a Portuguese brand will return to Dubai this year and showcase its innovative flooring and wall tile solutions at the Downtown Design, taking place between 12 – 15 November, 2019 at Dubai Design District, part of Dubai Design Week. 11 – 16 November, 2019. ACL will return to Dubai […]

Dubai Real Estate Institute (DREI), the educational arm of Dubai Land Department (DLD), today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with UAE-based regional law firm BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates LLP (BSA), at Cityscape Global 2019. The MoU aims to develop professional skills in the real estate industry to promote Emiratisation and was signed […]

UAE shoppers are being urged to show their support for living in a tolerant and inclusive society. The Tolerance Pledge campaign was launched by Procter & Gamble and Carrefour in July of this year, and so far more than 6,000 of the UAE’s consumers and residents have already recorded videos pledging their commitment to be […]

One magical ghaf tree, two intrepid Emirati siblings and three helpful robo-guardians have been revealed as the mascot family for Expo 2020 Dubai, embarking on a thrilling adventure through time and space to discover the meaning behind the next World Expo. Latifa is an inquisitive eight-year-old girl who dreams of becoming one of the world’s […]

Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for Small and Medium Enterprises (SME), one of the integrated divisions of Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai strengthens its partnership with ‘Union Coop’ – the largest Consumer Cooperative in the UAE by renewing the cooperation agreement. The corporate agreement aims at supporting the presence of Dubai SME’s Members in the […]

UAE-based electronics retail giant ECity, which is part of Albatha Holding, one of the largest conglomerates in the UAE, opened the Bigbox Consumer Electronics Store, the company’s latest state-of-the-art store at Ibn Battuta Mall in Dubai, one of the largest themed families shopping malls in the world. The formal unveiling ceremony of the store at […]

Emirates, in partnership with Emaar, is gearing up to debut a range of immersive experiences for mallgoers including a newly relocated and refreshed Emirates A380 Experience, sponsorship of Kidzania with aviation inspired elements, and new Emirates Official Store retail spots across three locations in Dubai Mall. Emirates is joining up with Emaar and enhancing its presence […]

Watch out, crooks! LEGOLAND® Dubai, part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, is set to unveil its latest 4D Movie, LEGO® City 4D-Officer in Pursuit, alongside a whole host of fun crime-fighting activities at the park. The special LEGO City Days event will take place over two […]

Sobha Realty, the leading premium real estate developer, announced today the launch of Creek Vista Reservé, its latest residential tower taking shape in the verdant Sobha Hartland, the eight-million-square-foot luxury freehold master development in Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City. Creek Vista Reservé epitomises Sobha Realty’s vision of re-imagining new-age living through flawless craftsmanship and […]

As part of the strategic partnership between Dubai Land Department (DLD) and the 18th edition of Cityscape Global 2019, which was inaugurated today by HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, DLD offered a range of applications and services […]

Staged in partnership with Dubai Design District (d3) and supported by Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (DCAA) and Audi Middle East, the fifth edition of Dubai Design Week will spotlight the design identity of the UAE through diverse representations of local and international creative efforts. With its hub in d3, Dubai Design Week has been […]

Hala China, the joint initiative by Meraas and Dubai Holding, today announced it will host the second China Film Week at Roxy Cinemas at City Walk and The Beach from 29 September to 5 October. Some of Chinese film’s biggest movie stars and directors are expected to fly in for the glamourous red-carpet opening night […]

Canon, a provider of imaging technologies and services, has partnered with Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) for the second consecutive year to support its celebrations of the milestone 10 Year Anniversary of the Dubai Metro, which ran for a ten-day period from 9 September 2019. To mark the occasion, Canon ran a series of promoter […]

Everyone knows that at Bagatelle an epic party is guaranteed! Lovers of ‘joie de vivre’ descend upon this exhilarating, multi- faceted restaurant- knowing, that a night of pleasure will certainly ensue. The frolicking maestros at Bagatelle have created a new weekly night – Studio Bagatelle that caters to disco fans who love to sing and […]

Watch Hazza Al Mansoori make history today as he becomes the first Emirati astronaut in space. We are broadcasting the live launch of the Soyuz spacecraft on the screen next to Hub Zero at City Walk between 4pm – 8pm today, with countdown starting at 5.30pm. Hazza Al Mansoori will be the first Emirati astronaut […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently held a workshop at its premises which examined key issues of the UAE Labour Law and provided an overview of existing requirements and policies of the UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation. The workshop, organised in cooperation with Clyde & Co. LLP, was attended by Dubai Chamber […]

The opening two days of GITEX Shopper 2019 have seen visitors walk away with prizes galore as the region’s favourite and longest-running consumer electronic bonanza kicked off its first round of daily prize draws, a favourite feature of the five-day show. Prize draws hosted daily at 9pm, will select visitors across each of the show’s […]

dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, continues to expand its catering operations in the United States. The company has opened two new, state-of-the-art facilities at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and now offers quality catering services from six airports in the country. dnata’s catering operations in […]

Maritime industry leaders today (Tuesday, 24 September 2019) discussed the key trends in the regional and global trade and shipping insurance industries at Dubai Marine Insurance Conference 2019. Under the theme ‘Risk Management,’ the conference served as a venue for the attendees to identify the best practices in risk management amid the rapidly changing global […]

BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, the first and only theme park in the Middle East showcasing an authentic Bollywood experience, is hosting the biggest Navratri celebration in Dubai from October 10th to 11th. Guests will be able to enjoy live concerts, thrilling rides, delicious street food and live entertainment acts. The festival will feature “Gujarati Dayro”, a […]

The UAE Government today opened registration for the Foodtech Challenge today – an innovation-based food production contest launched recently by H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Organized by the Food Security Office, in partnership with Tamkeen, applications to the competition can be submitted […]

Get ready for a celebration of movement and music featuring energetic dance performances, workshops with international instructors and an adrenaline-charged Afrobeats competition at The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah on Friday, 27 September. The 12 hour event, featuring lively Afrobeats, Dancehall and Coupe Decale genres will take place at Asian District at The Pointe from 11 […]

His Excellency Majid Saif AL Ghurair, Chairman of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, officially inaugurated this year’s GITEX Shopper – the region’s largest consumer electronics shopping spectacular – at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) today. H.E. Majid Saif Al Ghurair was joined by His Excellency Helal Saeed Almarri, Director General, Dubai World Trade Centre […]

Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, highlighted that the Cityscape Global 2019 is an opportunity to see Dubai’s major architectural icons, many of which rely on environmentally-friendly district cooling services. Empower also urged the participants to adopt district cooling technology in their future projects to boost the efforts […]

In the presence of HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), HE Khalifa Al Zaffin, Executive Chairman-Dubai Aviation City Corporation & Dubai South, HE Massimo Baggi, Ambassador of Switzerland to the UAE and Bahrain, Dr. Franco Vigliotti, Project Head and Dean of the […]

District 2020 has announced its collaboration with Shanghai-based Atlas Capital Holding as the latest tenant to join its development project. The partnership was confirmed by Marjan Faraidooni, Chief Pavilions and Exhibitions Officer at Expo 2020 Dubai, during an address at Cityscape Global. Atlas Capital is the latest global company to announce it will be laying […]

Tilal Properties, a joint venture between Sharjah Asset Management and Eskan Real Estate Development, unveiled mouthwatering offers for its flagship project Tilal City, Sharjah’s first master-planned community, during its participation in the Cityscape Global 2019 in Dubai on September 25-27 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. During the three-day exhibition, exclusive onsite deals will be […]

To ensure future readiness and the effective use and application of foresight tools, governments and private organisations need to replace traditional planning with organisational re-engineering. That was the message delivered today by proGective President and CEO, Fabienne Goux-Baudiment during a keynote presentation on her new organisational concept, ‘Governance X.O’, which took place at the Government […]

Emirates Post, in cooperation with Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), issues a series of commemorative stamps on 25 September 2019 to celebrate the UAE Astronaut Programme, which will take the first Emirati astronaut, Hazzaa AlMansoori to the International Space Station (ISS). The series of stamps are launched 55 years after HH Sheikh Rashid bin […]

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Expo 2020 Dubai Higher Committee, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports and CEO and Chairman of the Emirates Group, has chaired the fourth City Readiness Committee for hosting Expo 2020 Dubai, which heard the latest updates on preparations to host […]

Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC) received a senior financial delegation from Indonesia that aimed to learn about the Islamic economy system in the UAE and explore opportunities for cooperation. The delegation comprised senior officials from Bank Indonesia – the central bank of the country – and the Indonesia Halal Lifestyle Center, as well as […]

Emaar Entertainment, the pioneer of innovative entertainment, leisure and retail concepts in the region, is ensuring that birthday parties are even more special with incredible birthday party packages across its entertainment attractions. Be it celebrating the special day with underwater species at Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, watching a movie at Reel Cinemas, challenging reality […]

DMCA has organized a broad-based meeting of all Maritime associations in Dubai on the sidelines of “UAE Maritime Week 2019.” The meeting saw the development of a comprehensive roadmap aimed to bring all maritime associations and partner global communities together under the umbrella of the ‘Global council for maritime clusters.’ This first-of-its-kind initiative aims at […]

Yiannis Kouros, one of the biggest names in ultramarathon and endurance running, will be present here in Dubai to cheer on participants as they take part in the world’s longest desert race, the 300km Al Marmoom Ultramarathon, for a share of the US$100,000 prize-purse from December 9-13. Kouros, 63, is often described as the modern-day […]

 DAMAC Properties is launching an exclusive offer on ready-built property in their 42 million square-foot golf community, DAMAC Hills. As part of the offer, DAMAC Properties is offering ready-to-move-in luxury town houses and apartments in the Loreto cluster starting from AED 600,000 with only five percent initial payment, a four-year post-completion payment plan, and fifty percent waiver of […]

People around the Middle East are unified in their optimistic outlook and see respect and the celebration of diversity as key to unlocking a better future for all, according to a major new global survey. Commissioned by Expo 2020 Dubai, and conducted by YouGov, the world’s first Global Optimism Outlook Survey tracked countries’ priorities for the future, […]

GITEX Shopper 2019, the region’s favourite and longest-running consumer electronic bonanza, officially opens at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) today (Tuesday 24th September). A range of new products, activities and features await more than 100,000 gadget-seekers and consumer technology visitors over five days at DWTC. Running in Sheikh Saeed Halls 1-3 until Saturday 28 September, […]

Supporting the Dubai government’s Smart City vision, Mastercard, a technology leader in the global payments industry, has entered a partnership with the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). The partnership will enhance Mastercard support for RTA in enabling frictionless, faster and more secure public transport tariff payment and simplify the journey for commuters as part of its global digital payments […]

The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale also known as the World’s Biggest Book Sale, is returning to Dubai from 10 October – 20 October 2019, following a successful debut in 2018. Open 24 hours a day for 11 days, Dubai Studio City, will once again be home to three million, brand-new English-language books at discounts […]

Amer Ali, Executive Director of the Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) led the official inauguration of Seatrade Offshore Marine and Workboats 2019 today marking the opening of this key 2-day exhibition and conference for the offshore marine and workboats market. The event, which is being held at the Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai until September 24 […]

The inaugural edition of the three-day Government Foresight Summit was officially opened today, welcoming futurists, digital transformation specialists and foresight strategists sharing best practices to ensure future organisational readiness. The summit, developed to support HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai’s “UAE Strategy […]

Mark the date for an evening full of laughter, witty one-liners and rib-tickling, candid humour as stand-up comedians Rajneesh Kapoor and Gaurav Kapoor gear up to visit Dubai. No stranger to entertainment industry, Rajneesh is well-known as the creator of his comic strip, ‘This is Our Life’ which makes tongue-in-cheek, snide and relatable observations on […]

Reigning DP World Tour Championship winner Danny Willett is set to defend his title at Jumeirah Golf Estates after sealing his spot in this year’s season-ending event by picking up a second Rolex Series title with a thrilling victory at the BMW PGA Championship. The 31 year old, who became only the second Englishman to […]

Dubai Economy has announced the addition of government service centres to its Mystery Shopping programme, conducted as part of the Dubai Service Excellence Scheme (DSES). Accordingly, Dubai Economy has started receiving applications from local government departments wishing to enhance their customer service and continuously adopt best practices in their respective field of work. The addition […]

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd. announced today that it had been mandated by one of the world’s largest fund managers to source and manage aircraft valued at approximately US$1.4 billion. DAE will acquire the assets and DAE’s best-in-class Aircraft Investor Services (“AIS”) platform will manage the assets on behalf of the investor. The multi-year mandate […]

Dubai CommerCity (DCC), the region’s first dedicated e-commerce free zone, will participate in the 2019 edition of the E-commerce Expo, being held from September 25-26 at Olympia, London. Through its participation, DCC will demonstrate the growing opportunities available to the e-commerce companies within the MENASA region. During the event, DCC will be presenting its vision […]

Emirates Airline has partnered with the Beirut Basketball Club to sponsor its 2019/2020 season. The deal underscores the airline’s long-standing commitment to supporting basketball in the region as well as connecting with the fan base of this popular sport. The sponsorship deal, which starts on 3 October, will see Emirates receive digital and static branding […]

The Expo 2020 Dubai Higher Committee, led by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Expo 2020 Dubai Higher Committee, Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman Dubai Airports and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, has convened to hear the latest updates in preparing to host an […]

A.E.R- An Experience to Remember is truly an experience worth remembering and is set to open its doors on Friday, 27th September 2019. The new luxury lounge and bar is a staggering 20,000 square ft, housing Dubai’s longest bar at 100 ft. Lavish interiors create a spectacular ambience with the lounge separated into various sections, […]

Dubai has risen up the ranks of the Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI)  to number eight position, representing its highest ever ranking. The city is the only financial centre within MEASA to appear within the top 10 rankings, placing it alongside other pivotal financial hubs such as London, New York, Hong Kong and Singapore.  Dubai […]

More than 650 delegates, from over 50 countries, and 30 speakers headlined another thought-provoking and action-packed edition of the aviation security conference – AVSEC Global 2019. The symposium was officially opened earlier today by HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saaed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive Emirates Airline & Group. The event was attended by dignitaries […]

In a sign of continuing investor confidence in Dubai and new opportunities arising across diverse economic sectors, the Department of Economic Development (DED) in the emirate issued 2,650 new licenses for various professional, commercial, industrial and tourism activities in August 2019. According to the Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) sector in DED 65.6% of the […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted its Exporter of the Month ceremony at its head office where 8 member companies were recognised for outstanding export performance during the first 8 months of 2019. GTCS Trading DMCC and DBMSC Steel FZCO were both recognised as companies reaching the highest export value, while Hitech Industries […]

The Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) and Expo 2020 Dubai have revealed that next year’s edition of UAE Maritime Week will be held at Dubai Exhibition Centre, co-located with Expo 2020 Dubai, from December 6 to 10, 2020. Expo 2020 will be the world’s greatest show of human brilliance and achievement, with a focus on […]

Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, the UAE Maritime Week 2019, the pioneering regional maritime event, kicked off today to provide a unified platform for all stakeholders to discuss how to build an innovative and knowledge- and technology-driven […]

Meraas Holding (“Meraas”) is pleased to announce that it has entered a long-term strategic partnership with Brookfield Asset Management (“Brookfield”) to jointly own and operate a retail-focused real estate platform in the UAE with a mandate to explore growth opportunities in the retail sector across the GCC region. This transaction represents a significant investment in […]

“This is an epic concert to Dubai’s calendar; it doesn’t only bring a multi-award-winning artist to the Emirate, we are also honoring her milestone birthday and her 30 years in music, which is absolutely amazing! Lara has been here before but this time around her devoted fans are in for a major celebration “said Aleksandra […]

The 2nd HealthPlus Middle East Fertility Conference recommended to perform a holistic comprehensive evaluation for all infertility cases that are undergoing IVF treatment looking into managing chronic diseases, especially obesity management which increases success rates of pregnancy and limiting miscarriages. During the conference, organised by HealthPlus Fertility Centers, part of United Eastern Medical Services, participants […]

La Mer, the world-class beachfront destination by Meraas, marked Saudi National Day with a memorable musical evening headlined by Emirati singer Shamma Hamdan. Prior to the concert, in collaboration with House of Poetry by Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation, La Mer hosted popular Saudi poets Fahad Al Shahrani, Fahad Bin Fasla, Muthakar Al […]

The Dubai Mall and Downtown Dubai, in partnership with the Dubai Department of Tourism & Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism), is preparing for an impressive line-up of activities to celebrate the 89th Saudi National Day on 23 September. The Dubai Mall will regale visitors with a series of musical performances by Saudi talents from 22-23 Sept., […]

Emirates is once again pushing the boundaries of technology, becoming the first airline outside America to receive approval for biometric boarding from the U.S. Customs Border Protection (CBP). Soon, customers flying from Dubai to any of Emirates’ 12 destinations in the U.S. will be able to choose facial recognition technology at the departure gates, reducing […]

The Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge 10th Anniversary – powered by SKODA officially launched this morning with the first of three Build-Up Rides. Over 450 cyclists took part in the 45km challenge at Al Qudra Cycle track as they prepare for the 100km Cycle Challenge on Friday, 29 November at the Dubai Autodrome. Morne Fourie, GM Marketing Spinneys: “The 10th anniversary of our […]

City Walk, the design-inspired open-air lifestyle destination by Meraas, hosted a gala concert featuring celebrated Emirati artist Balqees Fathi to mark the 89 th Saudi National Day. Balqees kicked off the 90-minute musical evening with an inspiring rendition of the Saudi national anthem, followed by some of her most popular numbers such as Hai Hai and Majnoun that had […]

Majid Al Futtaim has launched a new app-based lifestyle rewards programme, SHARE, which allows customers to earn and spend points at 2,300 outlets in its 16 shopping malls and 11 hotels in the UAE. SHARE was conceptualised from an insight that people get a unique sense of fulfilment from sharing with their family and friends. […]

From 19 to 21 September only, you can earn double Skywards Miles when you spend AED 100 or more across the mall. Simply scan your receipts on The Dubai Mall app within the promo period to be rewarded. And with over 1,300 stores and 200 dining options to choose from – The Dubai Mall is […]

Dubai Cultiv8 Investments Limited, Dubai Cultiv8, a subsidiary of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Fund for SME (an integrated division of the Department of Economic Development), announced a multi-million dollar investment in Wahed Invest (Wahed) through its US$100 million Technology Fund. The New York-headquartered Shariah-compliant digital investment advisor allows savers from all income brackets to invest […]

National Geographic, in partnership with Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), announced today the release of the first long film documenting the UAE’s extraordinary journey into space. The brand-new documentary, which is the first of a 4-part film series, premieres on September 19 ahead of the historic International Space Station (ISS) Mission take-off, with Hazzaa AlMansoori as the first […]

Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, District One – part of the master development Meydan – has announced the launch of its newest tower, Seagull Point, located in its prestigious D1 Residences. Seagull Point comprises of 14 floors featuring contemporary waterfront from 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. These cutting-edge homes are bathed in natural […]

axs, TECOM Group’s smart gateway for integrated services, won the Best Smart Service category at Awards Cx during the Customer Experience Week Middle East 2019. The awards recognise outstanding customer experience across multiple categories. The smart service centre and online platform axs won the accolade for its new approach to business license renewals, using a […]

Etisalat and Ericsson are embarking on an exclusive roadshow – The 5G Experience Bus – showcasing 5G capabilities through innovative use cases. The roadshow will demonstrate how 5G will enhance digital transformation to all UAE consumers and businesses. Saeed Zarouni, Senior Vice President, Mobile Network, Etisalat says: “Etisalat has set a benchmark with the launch of […]

Dubai Maritime City, a leading maritime cluster in the region bringing industry and commercial needs under one umbrella, today announced the start of construction of its Infrastructure for the commercial Phase I development. The purpose of this project is to enhance the infrastructure of DMC to support and enable all the commercial sub-developers to complete […]

Think that speeding up your website isn’t important? Think again. Consider these statistics from a Forrester Consulting study: 47% of consumers expect a web page to load in two seconds or less. 40% of consumers will wait no more than three seconds for a web page to render before abandoning the site. 52% of online […]

Emirates is serving its guests Bavarian specialties on board and in its airport lounges to celebrate Oktoberfest this year. From 21 September to 6 October 2019, customers between Dubai and Germany will be able to enjoy regional food and drinks in all classes of travel on board. Bavarian snacks in the Onboard Lounge First Class […]

Since its opening in February this year, The Lounge, Burj Khalifa has hit all the high notes and is today the city’s most sought-after destination to unwind with family and friends – while taking in spectacular views of the city. Now, The Lounge, Burj Khalifa has added another feather to its cap: It has officially […]

Early on Friday, 6 September, a batch of salmon arrived in Dubai in the cargo hold of Emirates flight EK 28 from Glasgow. The shipment of Scottish salmon, destined for restaurants and consumers in the UAE, was the first that was being transported for Seafood Souq, a Dubai based start-up working on transparent and efficient […]

The Dubai Mall and Downtown Dubai, in partnership with the Dubai Department of Tourism & Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism), is preparing for an impressive line-up of activities to celebrate the 89th Saudi National Day on 23 September. Ahead of the celebration, The Dubai Mall will regale visitors with a series of musical performances by Saudi […]

The UAE Government Leaders Program is inviting UAE nationals to register for its 2020 cohort across three categories – Executive Leaders Program, Future Leaders Program, and UAE Youth Leaders Program. UAE citizens employed within local and federal government entities and eligible private sector companies can apply online via www.uaeglp.gov.ae until the end of September 2019. The program […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) reached out to engage a wider public at the Etihad Museum through a new initiative titled ‘Hacking The Museum’. Participants were asked to apply for a series of interactive workshops designed at breaking down the wealth of information available in the museum. More than 100 people registered for […]

More than 100 top drawer companies will be exhibiting their cutting-edge technologies and solutions at GOTECH 2019, the third annual conference of its kind to be held at Dubai World Trade Center from 21 – 23 October 2019. GOTECH 2019 is held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler […]

Six leading EDGA golfers have qualified for the EDGA Dubai Finale, the new 36-hole tournament for Golfers of Determination that will run alongside the season-ending DP World Tour Championship, Dubai at Jumeirah Golf Estates in November. Following on from the success of the inaugural EDGA Scottish Open won by Brendan Lawlor at The Renaissance Club […]

Mark the date for an evening full of laughter, witty one-liners and rib-tickling, candid humour as stand-up comedians Rajneesh Kapoor and Gaurav Kapoor gear up to visit Dubai. No stranger to entertainment industry, Rajneesh is well-known as the creator of his comic strip, ‘This is Our Life’ which makes tongue-in-cheek, snide and relatable observations on […]

The concept of fitness is taking the world by storm and over the past few years, there has been a significant growing movement across the region to encourage people to get active and be conscious of living a healthier lifestyle. With the growing appetite for regular exercise among the Dubai population, and increased awareness in […]

Dreamed of dancing in the rain in Dubai? With BAARISH, you can practice your best Bollywood moves under raindrops at BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, the first and only theme park in the Middle East showcasing an authentic Bollywood experience. Guests can immerse themselves into music, dance and entertainment at the Mumbai Chowk zone near Victoria Station […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection sector in Dubai Economy has set up an awareness platform at Dubai International Airport as part of enhancing confidence among visitors on retailing in Dubai and the UAE. The platform, which will remain at the arrival area of the airport till the 20th of September 2019, falls in line […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) and home to the largest, most advanced financial innovation ecosystem in the region is continuing to drive the future of finance and explore opportunities for strategic collaboration between the Centre and key European hubs to accelerate sustainable […]

The UAE Ministry of Education in collaboration with Messe Frankfurt Middle East are to host the Government Foresight Summit in Dubai from September 23-25, when regional and international government leaders, strategists, planners, futurists and IT specialists will share best practices to ensure future organisational readiness. The Summit, held at Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference […]

Thanks to cutting-edge technology from Beko, Europe’s leading home appliances brand, fruits and vegetables stored in the refrigerator can now remain as fresh and nutritious as the day they were bought. Today at IFA, the world’s largest consumer electronic fair, Beko unveiled their HarvestFresh technology which will be available across a wide range of refrigerators. […]

Ever dreamt of what it would be like to be a zookeeper? Get set for adventure and become a Zookeeper for the Day at one of the most prestigious indoor biodomes in the world – The Green Planet. Home to over 3,000 exotic animals and plants, The Green Planet is a living classroom, transporting visitors […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, and home to the largest, most developed financial technology ecosystem in the region, marks a significant milestone today having registered more than 100 FinTech firms in the Centre. The figures reflect a three-fold growth in […]

The BMIUAE opening weekend electrified Dubai and the party is set to continue with house music maestro and award- winning DJ, Black Coffee, igniting Dubai’s favorite beach club on Friday 20th September 2019 South Africa’s finest DJ export, Black Coffee has set pulses racing since he launched his music career in 2005. He has played at the world’s top music venues and […]

Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) has announced a partnership with Turner Asia Pacific, a WarnerMedia company, to launch a new digital campaign starring the popular Chinese emoticon “Tuzki”, as part of efforts to further increase tourist traffic to the emirate from China. Reaffirming Dubai Tourism’s ongoing commitment to tap into the vast growth […]

PaRUS International Music Fest is committed to curating the best from the best on its immense line-up and is headed back to Dubai on 31 October through 3 November 2019 for the third edition featuring some of the most interesting, on trend names in Russian music, among international legends. A four-day event will feature mixed martial […]

No celebration of the Indian festival of Navratri is ever complete without the dazzling performance of the undisputed Dandiya Queen, Falguni Pathak. The special performance by the popular singer adds an unusual sparkle to the Garba fests across the world. Adding to Navratri Festivities and giving the Indians in UAE a chance to dance to […]

Breaking into the electronic dance circuit in 2004, Neverdogs, have been regularly headlining the globes finest establishments and parties, and 29th September will see them put on a show-stopping set in Dubai’s famed after-hours spot, Mantis. The Italian pair, comprised of Marco De Gregorio & Tommy Paone became a rising act of note touring their native Italy […]

The Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA), the voice of the chemical industry in the Arabian Gulf, today announces its 14th Annual GPCA Forum set to take place on 3-5 December 2019 at the Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai. His Excellency Dr. Mohammed bin Hamad Al Rumhi, Minister of Oil and Gas, Oman, will be inaugurating the […]

Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC) today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFCA), the Dubai Financial Market (DFM), and Climate Bonds Initiative (CBI) to collaborate on growing the green sukuk sector and stepping up the exchange of knowledge and expertise in the field. The MoU signing took place […]

Sergio Garcia secured his 16th European Tour title and booked his spot in the season-ending DP World Tour Championship, a Rolex Series event, after winning the KLM Open on his debut in the tournament with a hard fought one-stroke victory. The Spaniard, who became the Ryder Cup’s all-time highest points scorer in Paris last year, […]

Who says a movie outing cannot be coupled with shopping? Reel Cinemas is making sure that your next movie outing is filled with a dash of retail therapy with an exciting new offer in partnership with noon, the region’s homegrown digital marketplace. Until October 16, movie goers on Sundays to Wednesdays across any Reel Cinemas’ […]

Emaar proudly handed over a Dubai Star to UFC Lightweight Champion, Khabib Nurmagomedov during an exclusive ceremony held at The Dubai. Mr. Ahmad Al Falasi, Executive Director of Group Operations at Emaar, welcomed Nurmagomedov and granted him his star which will soon be placed in Downtown Dubai! Link to video: On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/p/B2R1tedpZko/ Instagram handle […]

Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in cooperation with Area 2071, recently kicked off the fourth edition of its weekly networking series, bringing together stakeholders from the Dubai start-up ecosystem. The 10-week series, hosted at Emirates Towers, will run until 13th November, placing the spotlight on a wide […]

GITEX Shopper 2019 will continue to build on its reputation as the region’s favourite and longest-running consumer electronics bonanza when it returns to Dubai World Trade Centre between September 24-28. Always at the forefront of technology, GITEX Shopper will again host a wealth of products at great prices, with bundled offers and deals for an […]

The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature has announced the return of its eagerly-contested Chevron Readers’ Cup, which gives students the chance to compete against other schools to in a series of heats, with those with the best knowledge of the selected books going through to the grand finale at the Festival. The competition is open […]

Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI), the UAE Federal Export Credit Company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dubai Export Development Corporation, the export promotion agency of Dubai to develop and promote trade linkages and investment opportunities for Dubai-based businesses in high growth markets. The MoU was signed by H.E. Engr. Saed Alawadi, CEO of […]