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Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the General Directorate of Dubai Civil Defense (DCD), with an aim to promote cooperation, integration ... Read More

Salem Al Shamsi: “We look forward to further developing economic relations and enhancing cooperation between the business communities in Dubai and Mexico.” Dubai, UAE – Dubai ... Read More

Khaled Al Bustani: Obtaining ISO quality certifications enhances trust in the FTA's services and systems  The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has received two new accreditations in Internation ... Read More

New office launched as part of ‘Dubai Global’ initiative to attract foreign investments and support international expansion Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah: “The expansion of our gl ... Read More

WAM The official visit of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to the United States of America represents a significant milestone in the longstanding history of bilateral relat ... Read More

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dubai Police and Dubai Customs to enhance their joint cooperation in preserving, protecting, and sa ... Read More

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment (MBRHE) has achieved a remarkable milestone by obtaining 18 international ISO certifications, reflecting its unwavering commitment to implementing the hig ... Read More

H.E. Abdullah Ahmed Al Saleh, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy, held a meeting with Jeroen Douglas, Director General of the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA), to explore opportunities ... Read More

  New countries represented will include Austria, Australia, Canada, Greece, Ireland, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Malaysia and Singapore.   Dubai, UAE – Preparations are i ... Read More

  The Family Development Foundation (FDF) launched the first edition of the ‘Little Inspirers Forum’ recently, and it will continue until September 14, with the participation of ov ... Read More

As part of its efforts to enhance agricultural production and increase its contribution to strengthening national food security in the UAE, the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has ... Read More

 During the 14th BRICS Trade Ministers Meeting, attended by His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, the UAE renewed the call for enhanced trade coopera ... Read More

The Government Experience Exchange Programme (GEEP) of the UAE Government launched an achievement report as part of the UAE’s delegation participation at the UN High-Level Political Forum on Sus ... Read More

Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), honoured Lieutenant General Mohammad Ahmad Al Marri, Director General ... Read More

  The Family Development Foundation (FDF) collaborated with the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre to conduct an interactive session titled ‘Sustainable Integration and Partnerships Forum&rs ... Read More

  DXB Live, the integrated event management and experiential agency of Dubai World Trade Centre, announced the adoption of latest sustainable solutions to encourage sustainable operations in t ... Read More

In a move to enhance the city’s appeal and ensure a high quality of life for residents and visitors, Dubai Municipality has announced that all the public beaches affiliated will be exclusively r ... Read More

In a statement marking World Food Safety Day, Her Excellency Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, underscored the critical importance of ensuring food safety as ... Read More

 The General Secretariat of the Supreme Legislation Committee in the Emirate of Dubai (SLC) held its Annual Legislative Audit Meeting under the theme ‘Towards Achieving Effective Legislativ ... Read More

  Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) recently conducted a meeting with human resources managers and executive directors from several government entities in the Emirate, which w ... Read More

The UAE and the State of Qatar have signed an agreement to avoid double taxation and prevent fiscal evasion of income taxes. The agreement was signed by His Excellency Mohamed Hadi Al Hussaini, UAE ... Read More

Dubai World Trade Centre Authority (DWTCA) has officially expanded its jurisdiction to include within its Free Zone, One Za’abeel, the iconic landmark developed by ICD (Investment Corporation of ... Read More

Dubai Future Foundation has released a new report highlighting the importance of enhancing food security for communities by leveraging scientific and research advancements in alternative protein. It n ... Read More

His Excellency Dr. Abdulrahman Al Awar, Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation, recently visited the headquarters of AW Rostamani Group in Dubai. The Minister was accompanied by distinguished o ... Read More

  The American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) and Ras Al Khaimah Police HQ have signed a wide-ranging, five-year cooperation agreement to foster a permanent and advanced partnership for ... Read More

  The Parliamentary Assembly of the Mediterranean honoured H.E. Dherar Belhoul Al Falasi, Executive Director of Watani Al Emarat Foundation in the category of “Best Youth Suppo ... Read More

GEMS Modern Academy has been presented with the prestigious NAFIS Award for Education in acknowledgment of its focus and dedication in supporting the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council, a flagship ... Read More

Building on the phenomenal success of its inaugural 2023 edition, the second Saudi Food Show - the largest global F&B sourcing event in the Kingdom - promises to surpass the first on every level. ... Read More

Al Masaood Power Division, part of a renowned Abu Dhabi business conglomerate, Al Masaood Group, recently announced the successful completion of the first year of its Mechatronics Apprenticeship Progr ... Read More

His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, delivered the keynote address at the opening of the 13th edition of the AIM Congress today in ... Read More

Travel & tourism experts from across the industry convened at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024 Future Stage this morning to discuss the complexities of navigating the transformation of hospita ... Read More

Dubai Municipality (DM) has intensified its efforts to control pests that endanger public health through comprehensive strategies and programs. These initiatives include spreading of approved chemical ... Read More

Dubai Municipality has kicked off today April 29, its Health and Safety week event on Monday, April 29, in conjunction with the World Workplace Health and Safety Day, which is ... Read More

 The Ministry of Economy (MoEc) organized a forum titled ‘National Forum for SMEs - Government Procurement’ to help Emirati entrepreneurs maximize their benefit from tenders and contr ... Read More

Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) and Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), establishing a roadmap for cooperation. The partnership ... Read More

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police General Headquarters announced changes to the timings for truck movement on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road. The adjustment of timing ... Read More

  The International Center for Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA) organized today a special ceremony to celebrate International Women’s Day and the graduation of the third cohort of fellows of ... Read More

His Excellency Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, held a meeting with Her Excellency Amina Mohamed, Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, at the Ministry ... Read More

The region’s unemployment rate is expected to remain high at 9.8 per cent in 2024, above pre-pandemic levels, reflecting various factors that affect the region’s labour markets s ... Read More

  His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, delivered an inspiring opening address on the first day of the 15th International Worksho ... Read More

  Bain & Company is proud to announce that it has been awarded with the prestigious UAE Parent-friendly Label (PFL) by the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA), an entity under the pa ... Read More

The Financial, Economic, and Industrial Affairs Committee of the Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) has discussed ways to stimulate investments in the Emirate and enhance tourism infrastructure throug ... Read More

  Held under the patronage of H.E. Mohammed bin Mubarak Fadel Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Defence Affairs, the National Search and Rescue Centre (NSRC) successfully ... Read More

  Al-Futtaim Group, a leading diversified and progressive, privately held regional family business headquartered in Dubai, has surpassed its Emiratisation target of 10 per cent to achieve an i ... Read More

  VFS Global, market leader in the outsourced visa and consular services space for governments,  has entered an agreement with the Ministry of Commerce, Saudi Arabia, to provide visa ... Read More

  Dubai Police’s special edition of their famous Esports Tournament has kicked off in conjunction with the UAE SWAT Challenge, which is held in Al Ruwayyah Training Facility between 3rd ... Read More

  The National Search and Rescue Center, under the umbrella of the National Guard Command (NGC), will host the third edition of the International Search and Rescue Exhibition (INSRC) 2024, a p ... Read More

Dubai Customs reinforces transparency and efficiency with the release of 13 customs policy announcements in 2023. These updates inform stakeholders about the latest customs procedures, covering econom ... Read More

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has announced the successful completion and opening of the “Link Bridge” today, as part of its ongoing commitment to strengthen the connectivity ... Read More

Affirming Dubai Customs' prominent position both locally and globally in corporate social responsibility, and its commitment to excellence in implementing diverse methodologies for sustainable dev ... Read More

  Dubai Municipality has hired nearly 140 Emiratis from a range of disciplines, including engineering, technical, and administrative, as part of its ‘Our Human Resources, Our Pride&rsquo ... Read More

  Emirates Post, has signed a cooperation agreement with the Ras Al-Khaimah Department of Economic Development that will enable the provision of the Department’s services through Emirate ... Read More

In a continued commitment to enhancing customer happiness and satisfaction, Dubai Customs hosted its monthly recognition ceremony to honor distinguished clients across various categories. The December ... Read More

  In a groundbreaking move to address the escalating health crisis in Lebanon, the Ministry of Social Affairs, led by Minister Hector Hajjar, joined forces with the private sector, exemplified ... Read More

Salik Company P.J.S.C., the exclusive toll gate operator in the Emirate of Dubai, is expanding its partnership with Careem, the region’s leading Everything App, to enable the delivery of Salik t ... Read More

Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah: “We are proud to spearhead the initiatives of the Dubai Centre for Family Businesses and remain committed to increasing awareness of the important role of governan ... Read More

  Amazon UNIVERSITY Esports, the foremost esports and education initiative, and Deliveroo, the award-winning delivery service, have unveiled a pioneering collaboration agreement. This strategi ... Read More

Dubai Integrated Economic Zone recognized for its pioneership in digital transformation   The Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), an authority that consolidates and integrates ... Read More

  “The conference supports the UAE’s goal of becoming a global leader in the Global Food Security Index by 2051, demonstrating the municipality’s efforts to create a sustaina ... Read More

  VFS Global, which has been a trusted partner for the UK Government since 2003, has won the global contract for overseas UK visa and Citizenship services. This award is the latest in a long l ... Read More

  Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences unveiled its new corporate identity during an event held today, December 7, at the Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum M ... Read More

 The Pearl Initiative, a business-led non-profit organisation focused on promoting corporate accountability in the Gulf Region, has partnered with the Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF ... Read More

 The Ministry of the Economy will host a Sustainable Trade Forum on December 4 during the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), in Dubai’s Expo City. The event has been designed ... Read More

- "The UAE Net Zero Strategy 2050" leads the momentum of the post-COP28 climate narrative. - The nation’s climate narrative is heavily influenced by the private sector in promoting ... Read More

  The General Secretariat of the Supreme Legislation Committee in the Emirate of Dubai (SLC) successfully concluded the 5th edition of the Legislative Week, an event held recently at the ... Read More

  Dubai Municipality has achieved a remarkable regional distinction by winning the ‘Best Waste Transfer and Reduction Initiative (Government Sector)’ accolade for the year 202 ... Read More

  Dubai Municipality has launched a robust safety campaign aimed at enhancing compliance with safety standards and norms to create a safer working environment at every construction site throug ... Read More

Senseable Dubai Lab, an initiative by Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Senseable City Lab, hosted an event at Dubai Future Labs, together with the Consulat ... Read More

  H.E. Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment and COP28 Food Systems Lead spoke at the Global Food Summit, a global event hosted in partnership betwee ... Read More

  Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah: “These workshops form a vital part of our commitment to supporting Dubai’s dynamic business community. We provide Dubai-based companies with an ove ... Read More

H.E. Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, Director General of Dubai Customs, CEO of Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation, emphasized that Dubai Customs is keeping up with the outstanding performance of the tour ... Read More

Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences celebrated the UAE Flag Day. The event, annually celebrated on the third of November, witnessed the participation of senior ... Read More

Nakheel, the world-leading master developer, today joined the Nation to celebrate the 11th UAE Flag Day by holding a flag-hoisting ceremony at the company’s Dubai headquarters at 10:00 AM. As ... Read More

Today, GEMS Al Barsha National School UAE celebrated Flag Day, showcasing the nation's unity and pride, with vibrant morning songs setting the tone for a day marked by non-uniform flag colours. St ... Read More

Flag Day is a national occasion to reaffirm our allegiance to the United Arab Emirates and its wise leadership, led by the President, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and the members o ... Read More

The new workspace will support the company’s double-digit performance trajectory and large client portfolio in the capital   Grant Thornton, one of the UAE’s largest professiona ... Read More

 Dubai Customs is deeply committed to bolstering its regional and global prominence in advancing customs operations. They achieve this by nurturing partnerships with customs administrations world ... Read More

The Dubai Airshow 2023, scheduled to take place from 13-17 November, is set to make waves in the aerospace, space and defence industry with a comprehensive conference agenda featuring nine thought-lea ... Read More

The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE), the World Food Programme (WFP), and the Food Tech Valley signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen innovation in food systems and agri ... Read More

Masdar City and Huawei signed an MOU at GITEX to power knowledge-sharing, enhance information systems, promote carbon-conscious information and communication systems, and promote Huawei's Net Zero ... Read More

  H.E. Matar AlHemeiri: The 04 Platform serves to deliver the customer’s voice to decision-makers, which enhances satisfaction levels, in line with the vision of the wise leadershi ... Read More

The UAE is promoting a unified, solutions-based approach to the cross-border issue of food insecurity • “Climate action needs to be designed and delivered by all, for the benefit of all. Be ... Read More

  S&P Global Ratings, the largest of the Big Three credit-rating agencies, has revised its assessment of Ras Al Khaimah’s economic outlook, from ‘Stable’ to ‘Positi ... Read More

  The International Council on Archives (ICA) Congress – Abu Dhabi 2023 was successfully concluded recently with the participation of over 6,000 visitors, experts, and specialists, who j ... Read More

  Dubai Municipality, in collaboration with the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) Office – Abu Dhabi of the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), organized a panel discussion fe ... Read More

The Government of Bihar, India, has achieved a significant milestone by successfully organizing its maiden Investors Summit in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The summit, which took place on October 11, ... Read More

  Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences announced that Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum Center for Giftedness and Innovation has been accredited by the STEM ... Read More

His Excellency Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, today chaired the main session of the 108th meeting of the joint World Bank Group (WBG)/International Monetary Fun ... Read More

12,000 new trademarks registered in the UAE in the first eight months of 2023   The Ministry of Economy (MoEc), represented by the Intellectual Property (IP) sector, participated in the Int ... Read More

While the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) has among the highest levels of per capita adoption of social media networks globally, a majority of Arab youth say they are struggling to disconnect, and ... Read More

• Al Hajri: “We offer integrated projects and services dedicated to people of determination aiming to provide them with the essentials to live a quality life, in line with Dubai’s vis ... Read More

  The Family Development Foundation (FDF) organised the 6th Forum for Senior Citizens and Residents 2023, under the slogan ‘Towards Sustainable Social Welfare for Senior Citizens and Res ... Read More

  Her Excellency Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, affirmed that the UAE is committed to boosting collaboration between countries of the Middle Eas ... Read More

  The UAE Circular Economy Council today reviewed the UAE Circular Economy Landscape Report for 2023 and evaluated the experience of the private sector in driving the circular economy. The mee ... Read More

The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) has partnered with the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (Nafis) to launch 4 trainings under ‘The Industrialist Program’. Unde ... Read More

Dubai Industrial City, a member of TECOM Group PJSC and one of the largest industrial ecosystems in the region, will highlight advanced food manufacturing in Dubai and the UAE’s food security ag ... Read More

A high-level delegation representing Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) and the Abu Dhabi Exports Office (ADEX) recently visited NAFFCO, a global leader in fire safety solutions. The purpose of thi ... Read More

The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) has announced a collaboration with Etihad Credit Insurance Company (ECI) to provide innovative incentives and enablers that enhance industrial ... Read More

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, the first edition of the Fujairah International Conference on Bee Research, organized by the Fujairah ... Read More

  On the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly’s meeting held in New York, the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) was honored for its robust ties with ... Read More

The events contribute towards enhancing direct communication with clients and improving their happiness and quality of life   Dubai Municipality organized 38 diverse customer forums since t ... Read More

Meetings highlight economic incentives and advantages offered by the UAE to investors H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, met with the executives, investors and CEOs of major Frenc ... Read More

  Her Excellency Mariam Bint Mohammed Almheiri, the UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, called upon global nations to leverage the significant opportunity offered by COP28 in the U ... Read More

  Dubai Municipality has successfully completed the beautification works for four prominent roundabouts in the Emirate of Dubai. The roundabouts, including Al Raqa roundabout, Nad Al Sheba rou ... Read More

Tadweer (Abu Dhabi Waste Management Company) announced its participation in the second edition of the Liwa Date Festival and Auction as an official sponsor.  The event will be held from 21 to 30 ... Read More

  Dubai Municipality conducted over 60 immediate interviews for applicants under its ‘Future Talents’ program for scholarships, and the ‘Pioneers’ initiative for qualif ... Read More

  Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) held the annual gathering in the presence of H.E. Dr. Mansoor Alawar, HBMSU Chancellor, and members of the academic and administrative staff on t ... Read More

  Dubai Municipality won the gold titles in the categories of ‘Best Benefits, Wellness and Well-being Program’, as well as ‘Best Use of Blended Learning’, presented by ... Read More

The Abrahamic Family House has announced its upcoming programme of panel discussions and events on the themes of peaceful coexistence and the role of faith in fostering culture, inspiring the arts, an ... Read More

  Nakheel, the world-leading real estate master developer, underlined its commitment to supporting the UAE’s Emiratisation programme during Ru’ya Careers UAE Redefined 2023 taking ... Read More

Session discusses analysis of money laundering risks, supervision & inspection, enforcement actions, penalties & grievance mechanism The Ministry of Economy, represented by the Anti-Money L ... Read More

  Dubai Municipality has launched an innovative ‘Services 360’ policy digital platform, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and Geographic Information System (GIS), to provide its ... Read More

H.E. Al Zeyoudi leads UAE delegation to GCC ministerial meetings   H.E. Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, led the UAE delegation participating in the 65th ... Read More

  Emirates Post Group launched the ‘Letter Mailbox Art’ competition, a creative initiative aiming to transform the iconic red mailboxes across the UAE into artistic icons, paying h ... Read More

  The Youth Council of the Supreme Legislation Committee in the Emirate of Dubai (SLC), organised, in collaboration with the Legislative Audit Directorate, a panel discussion entitled ‘T ... Read More

  The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Dubai Judicial Institute (DJI) to enhance cooperation and achieve the strat ... Read More

  The Ministry of Economy (MoEc), in cooperation with Al Tamimi & Company, launched the ‘Standard Contracts’ initiative. It is designed to support Emirati entrepreneurs and sta ... Read More

H.E Bin Touq chairs third meeting of the committee The policy committee of the UAE Circular Economy Council held its third meeting for the year 2023, chaired by H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Mini ... Read More

  American University of Sharjah (AUS) and Arada, a prominent real estate company in the UAE, have embarked on a partnership, launching the Manbat farmers’ market at a ribbon cutting cer ... Read More

  H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, led the UAE delegation participating in the 5th GCC Economic & Development Affairs Authority Permanent Ministerial Committee mee ... Read More

The Ajman Department of Tourism Development – ADTD signed a memorandum of understanding with the Ajman Department of Economic Development (Ajman DED) which aims to establish a partnership betwee ... Read More

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, emphasised the pivotal role of public education institutions in bolstering the UAE’s educational sector. His Highness ... Read More

    Qashio, a pioneering Dubai-based Fintech company offering an Award-Winning Corporate Card and Expense Management Solution, is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with Ca ... Read More

Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) ... Read More

Dubai Municipality conducted over 350 field inspections in canteens of public and private educational institutions across Dubai to validate their compliance with the food safety standards of the Emira ... Read More

  We share our country’s great achievement with deep pride as we welcome the Emirati astronaut, Sultan Al Nayadi, back from the International Space Station, successfully completing the l ... Read More

  In its 144th edition, Mahzooz, the UAE’s favourite weekly draw with the biggest and most frequent pay-outs, crowned its 60th millionaire and saw 799 participants take home AED 1,396,50 ... Read More

H.E. Mariam Almheiri Chairs second meeting of 2023  Her Excellency Mariam Bint Mohammed Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change & Environment, chaired the second session of the Emirates Food ... Read More

Dubai Chambers supports the sustainable success of the business community through series of workshops examining the UAE’s Corporate Tax Law and its implications for companies in the emirate. ... Read More

Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (“Yahsat” or the “Group”) PJSC, the UAE’s flagship satellite solutions provider, (ADX trading symbol: YAHSAT), has proudly celebra ... Read More

Dubai Municipality has graduated today the first batch of the ‘Future Talents’ program, which aims to enable and equip the Emirati workforce with the requisite skills for the future. The p ... Read More

His Excellency Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Chairman of the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) congratulated H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak (The Mother of the Nation), Chairwoman of the Ge ... Read More

The 3rd edition featured an all-women drive with 200 women dressed in Abayas in Dubai   The adventure-infused glamorous Abaya Rally flagged off at the Dubai Autodrome Club Circuit in Dubai ... Read More

3D Concrete Building Market Set to Surge from $1.24 Billion in 2022 to $42.32 Billion by 2028 Says Research & Markets   3DXB GROUP, the UAE-based pioneering company specializing in 3D p ... Read More

The Emirates Group today celebrated the contributions of Emirati women in aviation and travel, and their vital role in supporting the UAE’s aspirations and ambitions. A special event was held at ... Read More

In honour of Emirati Women's Day, Media Rotana, Dubai proudly hosted an enriching photography event, in collaboration with Nashama UAE and the Dubai Police General Command's Tourist Police Dep ... Read More

Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah: “The Business Sectors Platform is one of the smart initiatives launched that enables us to provide all the tools business groups and councils need to achieve their go ... Read More

  The Family Development Foundation (FDF) unveils a range of community forums, programs, and cultural events with the Jebel Hafeet Community Centre in Al Ain, in order to bolster its role in u ... Read More

  His Excellency Dawoud Al Hajri, Director General of Dubai Municipality, alongside a delegation from the Municipality’s executive and administrative department, explored best practices ... Read More

Paving the way for future growth, homegrown seafood chain Golden Fork has appointed a number of senior figures to its leadership team in the region. Simon Wosket has joined as Head of Retail Finance ... Read More

  Dubai Municipality intensified inspection and regulatory campaigns for over 500 educational and commercial institutions within Dubai to ensure compliance with safety and public health stan ... Read More

  Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) recently held an open day for the new academic year at the Hatta Community Centre of the Community Development Authority. This comes as part of i ... Read More

  The Statistics Centre – Abu Dhabi (SCAD) has launched the 5th cycle of the Statistical Maturity Index (SMI) project, which measures the readiness of Abu Dhabi government entities towar ... Read More

His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has officially launched the Mawaheb Talent Hub (Mawaheb), buildin ... Read More

EasyCars, a leading dealer management software company in the UAE is proud to announce the launch of its groundbreaking Corporate Tax Guide tailored exclusively for Motor Dealers in the UAE. With a co ... Read More

 In its strategic blueprint, Dubai Customs has embraced the task of amplifying corporate social responsibility, aiming to cast a wider net of involvement. The objective is to partake in social, h ... Read More

  Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah: “China has consistently ranked as the UAE’s biggest trading partner, and we are keen to expand these deeply rooted trade and investment ties furthe ... Read More

Dubai Municipality assigned an integrated rescue crew to beaches across the Emirate of Dubai. The crew consists of 140 people, including 124 highly qualified lifeguards, 12 supervisors, and two assist ... Read More

Ducab Group, one of the biggest end-to-end energy solutions providers and manufacturing firms in the United Arab Emirates, has announced plans to form its own Youth Council on 12 August 2023, with an ... Read More

  Tadweer (Abu Dhabi Waste Management Company) has announced the launch of the “Drive Safely, Save Lives” campaign in collaboration with Abu Dhabi Police. The launch of this campai ... Read More

  “We are proud to commemorate the International Youth Day in the UAE on August 12th each year as we honour the remarkable contribution of the UAE youth to the socio-economic develo ... Read More

 Immerse yourself in the spirit of unity as BurJuman Mall stages joyous celebrations for Indian Independence Day. On the 12th and 13th of August, the mall will transport you on a captivating j ... Read More

Latifa bint Mohammed: 'The youth are the spark that ignites the flame of creativity and are the drivers behind positive change.' Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Makt ... Read More

Experts recommended that the UAE invest further in its youth, as they are the cornerstone of the future and the driving force for sustainable development towards the UAE Centennial 2071 goals. Imparti ... Read More

 Dubai Municipality has added five additional cutting-edge high-tech vehicles to its fleet of automated sweepers used for cleaning highways and external roads. This is part of the Municipality ... Read More

The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) and Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG) today signed a memorandum understanding to enhance collaboration. Under the MoU, MBRSG wil ... Read More

• Young Arabs considering emigration would like to move to Canada, US, Germany, UK and France • Nearly two-thirds (62%) in North Africa and about three-quarters (72%) in Levant say their nat ... Read More

• Over half (54%) of Arab youth say the Arabic language is less important to them than it is to their parents • Nearly two-thirds (62%) say the laws of their country should be based on Shari ... Read More

  Lootah: “We remain committed to achieving the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, ... Read More

  Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem: “We remain committed to achieving our strategic priorities of attracting foreign direct investment to Dubai and supporting our members' trade ... Read More

Dubai Municipality launched the 'A Safer Summer' campaign to create public awareness on the importance of taking necessary health precautions that ensure the well-being of society during the s ... Read More

Dubai Municipality concluded the Summer Environmental Education Program 2023, organized under the theme ‘A Fun and Sustainable Summer,’ with the participation of 45 children of municipal e ... Read More

  Dubai Government Workshop’s volunteers participated in the Summer Activity for People of Determination 2023, which was hosted by the Dubai Club for People of Determination under the th ... Read More

The UAE Ministry of Finance today announced the enablement of the UAE Pass digital identity for all its services across systems, in line with the UAE’s efforts to enhance digital quality of life ... Read More

Dubai Government Workshop recently concluded the summer camp ‘Learn a Skill for Tomorrow,” which targeted youth aged 15 to 20 years old. Participants attended a series of workshops curated ... Read More

The celestial stage is set for an awe-inspiring spectacle as Sharjah's Mleiha Archaeological Centre gears up to host the much-anticipated Perseids Meteor Shower Watching Event. To be held on 12 Au ... Read More

The Regulation aims to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information in government entities. The new version builds on the success of ISR Version 2.0, which recorded notable ... Read More

  Since its inception, the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) has promoted youth development and participation in the UAE’s knowledge and education sectors. The M ... Read More

  "Jassas" system was developed by a team of Emirati experts from the Ministry's Information Technology Department. The system has over 90% accuracy rate. The system was d ... Read More

Dubai Customs supports the International Road Transport (TIR Carnet) system, the global customs transit procedure that enables goods to move under customs control from a country of origin, through tra ... Read More

Aligned with its commitment to prioritising safety on the roads across the UAE, Security Service Support Authority – Ajman Government, and ENOC Group joined forces to improve vehicle inspection ... Read More

The National Central Cooling Company (PJSC) - Tabreed, the world’s leading district cooling company, yesterday released its consolidated financial results for the first six months of 2023, repor ... Read More

The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) will open up online requests for clarifications related to Corporate Tax registration via its EmaraTax digital tax services platform starting Tuesday, 1 August 2023. ... Read More

  Nepalese expat Mekgh became Mahzooz’s 50th millionaire when he won the AED 1,000,000 guaranteed raffle prize at the 135th live Mahzooz draws. On Saturday, 1 July 2023, Mahzoo ... Read More

The Dubai Customs Consultative Council (DCCC) stressed the importance of enhancing fruitful partnerships and constructive collaboration between the public and private sectors to achieve the economic g ... Read More

 In its ongoing commitment to combat transnational organized crime, Dubai Customs assisted Japanese customs authorities in intercepting a significant quantity of illicit drugs. Up to 700 kilogram ... Read More

Dubai Municipality has launched today the second season of the entertainment ‘Summer Rush’ Event at Al Mamzar Beach Park, which commenced on June 26 and will run till to July 9, 2023. The ... Read More

Dubai Customs conducted a practical field training for employees of the General Department of Protective Security & Emergency in Dubai Police, who are enrolled in the Professional Diploma Program ... Read More

  Dubai Municipality announced its preparations for the Eid Al-Adha holiday through several equipment, service, and control procedures, technical work programs, and plans, as well as intensifi ... Read More

The Ministry of Finance held a public awareness session on Corporate Tax for Free Zones today to explain and discuss the latest Cabinet and Ministerial Decisions relating to the implementation of the ... Read More

The UAE Ministry of Finance held a public awareness session on Critical Corporate Tax Decisions today in Sharjah to explain and discuss the key features and implications of the most important Cabinet ... Read More

In its second meeting of 2023, chaired by HE Mariam Almheiri, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 21, 2023: The National Committee for Biosecurity, under the leadership of UAE Minister of Climate Cha ... Read More

The certificate is a new international accreditation highlighting the efficiency standards of the FTA’s systems. The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has become the world’s first govern ... Read More

The Centre’s first session provided a comprehensive overview of the Federal Decree-Law No. 37 of 2022 concerning family companies and Law No. 9 of 2020 regulating family ownership in Dubai. ... Read More

The Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG) – the first research and teaching institution focusing on governance and public policy in the Arab world – has signed a memorandum of u ... Read More

The Authority held seven tours in five months, bringing together various tax system stakeholders. Organised by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) to ensure direct and constant communication with ... Read More

Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) organised an interactive seminar to familiarise members of its vibrant business community with the latest trends in the UAE's federal corporate tax. During ... Read More

Clients in India and the UAE can benefit from the highest quality legal counsel and representation at courts in both the countries Shaikh Sultan Legal Consultancy, one of the UAE’s leading le ... Read More

Al Olama: The UAE’s advanced digital ecosystem has accelerated the development of the entrepreneurship sector and contributed to significant growth in its activity. Al Olama: The results in ... Read More

Abulhoul: The opening of the Representative Office is the next step in a long journey of mutual cooperation and prosperity between the Emirates and the UK Lootah: Inauguration represents another ... Read More

The Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre – Abu  Dhabi (ADCMC) awarded 15 entities with certificates of compliance for adhering to the Guidelines of Operation Rooms Stand ... Read More

Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia hosted the tenth session of the Arab-China Busi ... Read More

Lootah: Today’s In Focus event represents the first stage in our overarching plan to encourage greater bilateral trade between Dubai and the featured African countries. The event&n ... Read More

H.E. Bin Touq: We are keen to strengthen partnerships and exchange expertise and experiences with our global partners   The Ministry of Economy organized a training workshop, held jointly b ... Read More

Trailblazing gender equality in the region, WILD’s event is aimed at transforming communities. Female networking platform WILD, returns to KSA for its next trailblazing event in Riyadh on Mon ... Read More

Her Excellency Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, the UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, told delegates at a United Nations Security Council ministerial open debate that the UAE plans to intr ... Read More

The Ministry organised a lecture titled ‘Be part of the event’, hosted by the General Women’s Union. As part of its continuous efforts to enhance political awareness and spre ... Read More

  Dubai International Chamber will focus on its target of assisting 100 SMEs to expand internationally by 2024. Lootah: Our participation in SAITEX is aimed at helping our members expand ... Read More

 Dubai Municipality has launched a series of training programs in collaboration with Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG) to develop the skills and competencies of its young leaders. ... Read More

Dubai Chambers recently hosted a webinar for its members on the implementation of the new Corporate Tax regime. The webinar was held in partnership with Eman Alrifai Advocates and Legal Consultants ah ... Read More

Dubai Customs celebrated the graduation of participants from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime program, in line with the UAE's commitment to combat drugs and crime. This initiative foll ... Read More

His Excellency Omar Sultan Al Olama: “The initiative reflects the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dub ... Read More

Dubai Municipality successfully completed the beautification works of four playgrounds in popular parks in Dubai in collaboration with international sports and entertainment companies. The initiative ... Read More

PFC International organized on Wednesday an event at the University of Saint Esprit de Kaslik (USEK) to mark the official launching of three vibrant economic clusters: Beauty Hobb, From I To I, and Me ... Read More

On World Ocean Day, 8th June, Waterfront Market, Dubai’s premier fresh food and fish market and the largest in the region reaffirms its unwavering dedication to sustainable fishing and farming p ... Read More

Dhows were ditched and abras abandoned this morning as the Dubai Creek skyline was dominated by an enigmatic, eye-catching, emoji. Visitors to the heart of Old Dubai today found themselves gaping in c ... Read More

Groundbreaking study involved 36,000 people in 30 countries Study reveals that 44% of respondents across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt and Turkey believe their governments share their values compare ... Read More

 Dubai Customs hosted an awareness session on the updated Government Excellence System, its associated standards, and the assessment tool for the upcoming evaluation cycle in January 2024 in the ... Read More

H.E. Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem: The international offices play a major role in promoting Dubai as a city for business, talent, capital, and companies of all types and sizes. Mohammad Ali Rashed Lo ... Read More

H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, attended the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Fujairah Foundation for Region Development and Emirates Auction ... Read More

The participants are master’s students from the Academy of Public Administration under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The internship allows students to compare and analyse di ... Read More

  Customer Councils initiative showcases in Abu Dhabi opportunities to develop initiatives and services to support and encourage entrepreneurs to comply with tax regulations. The Feder ... Read More

  Dubai Municipality organized a series of initiatives and events on World Environment Day, which is observed on June 5 every year. Through these events, the Municipality aimed to highlight th ... Read More

H.E. Omar Sultan Al Olama: Positioning Dubai as a global capital of the digital economy is a top priority both now and in the future. Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy organised 10 interactive wor ... Read More

As the deadline for the 16th cycle of the Arabia CSR Awards fast approaches, public and private sector organisations and social entrepreneurs across the region are being urged to submit their app ... Read More

The UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment held the fifth meeting of Farmers' Council - chaired by Her Excellency Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and Environment. ... Read More

Setting out the process of claiming Corporate Tax relief on transfer of assets and liabilities between members of a Qualifying Group. Clarifying conditions for carrying out business restructuri ... Read More

Dubai Municipality has opened the registration for the 13th edition of the Dubai International Best Practices Award for Sustainable Development, which will remain open till the end of August 2023. The ... Read More

Clarifying conditions for resident entities under common ownership to form a Tax Group and be treated as a single taxable entity for Corporate Tax purposes. Offering details on the General Intere ... Read More

The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) will begin implementing Cabinet Decision No. (7) of 2023 amending certain provisions of Cabinet Decision No. (65) of 2020 on Fees for Services Provided by the FTA, whic ... Read More

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy has successfully concluded a roadshow to Hong Kong, the Philippines, South Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, and Japan to scout for startups to participate in the Expand ... Read More

H.E. Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri inaugurates new headquarters of International Islamic Food Processors Association in Dubai The UAE’s strategic location, world-class infrastructure, advance ... Read More

  Dubai Municipality has achieved a score of 97 per cent in the International Customer Experience Standard (ICXS) from the British Standards Institute, highlighting its accomplishmen ... Read More

The Emirate’s estimated real GDP increased by 6.3% in 2022, surpassing the 3.3% growth recorded in 2021 Positive Outlook built on strong foundations of solid fiscal metrics; the benefits o ... Read More

The UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, Her Excellency Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, called for urgent global action to tackle food insecurity and climate change at Securit ... Read More

  In its 129th edition, Mahzooz, the UAE’s favourite weekly draw with the biggest and most frequent pay-outs, crowned its 44th millionaire and saw 1,645 participants take home AED 1,601, ... Read More

  The Supreme Legislation Committee in the Emirate of Dubai (SLC) organised a workshop titled ‘Self-evaluation of the Proper Implementation of Legislation’ as part of its commitmen ... Read More

 As part of the Year of Sustainability initiative and in line with efforts to enhance the quality of life for better community health and welfare, the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment ( ... Read More

  Large delegation visits UAE on fact-finding mission to internationalise trade. Lootah: “The trade visit was a great success, with the signing of an MoU heralding a new era in clos ... Read More

The Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG), the research and teaching institute focused on public policy and public administration in the Arab world, has signed a memorandum of understanding ... Read More

The event included the signing of a cooperation agreement between the Fujairah Emiri Court in and the Prime Minister’s Office. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Pri ... Read More

The Decision supports the growth of small businesses and startups The Decision avoids bringing non-business income for natural persons (individuals) into the scope of Corporate Tax, including wag ... Read More

The nomination underlines the positive impact of Dubai Chamber’s Intelligent Certificate of Origin (ICOO) project, a key step in developing Dubai’s Blockchain trade capabilities that ha ... Read More

The new initiative is part of the FTA’s transformational projects. 319 Tax Agents have been classified under the initiative, accounting for more than 70% of the total number of registered a ... Read More

National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) and Presight (ADX: PRESIGHT), a G42 company and the region’s leader in big data analytics powered by artificial intelligence ( ... Read More

IWG, a leading global provider of flexible workspaces, is consolidating its presence in the UAE with the debut of the Spaces brand in a central location in Dubai CommerCity and the opening of two new ... Read More

  Red Sea Global, the developer behind the world’s most ambitious regenerative tourism projects, The Red Sea and Amaala, has released the findings of one of the world’s largest env ... Read More

Non-oil trade between the UAE and the rest of GCC exceeded AED 281 billion in 2022   H.E. Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, held a meeting with GCC Secretary General Jassim M ... Read More

  The Ministry of Economy (MoE) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Presight, the region’s leading data analytics company powered by artificial intelligence, to drive foreign ... Read More

Dubai Municipality announced the beginning of development of the Deira Clocktower roundabout. The project involves renovation of the roundabout to improve its aesthetic appeal by integrating hard floo ... Read More

Her Excellency Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, participated in a series of bilateral meetings and panel discussions organised in collaboration between th ... Read More

  IFS, the global cloud enterprise software company announced the appointment of Jamal Alamer as the new Regional Sales Director for the MENA region. A highly accomplished professional, his ex ... Read More

The Ministry of Economy (MoE) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Presight, the region’s leading data analytics company powered by artificial intelligence, to drive foreign direct in ... Read More

The Guide provides an article-by-article explanation of the meaning and intended effect of the provisions of the Corporate Tax Law and its implementing decisions. The Explanatory Guide ref ... Read More

  Workshop attended by 13 officials representing the commercial interests of EU Diplomatic Missions in the UAE. Lootah: “Today's workshop is important, as it enables us to conne ... Read More

Al Ghurair: These announcements mark a strategic turning point in achieving mutually beneficial trade deals between our city and the great nation of Australia. Sydney office expands Dubai Interna ... Read More

Global Village, the UAE and wider region's leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, announced today its achievement of the Middle East Award for the best ... Read More

 Dubai Customs organized an appreciation ceremony for its partner including government and private entities, volunteers, and employees, to recognize their contribution and support towards the suc ... Read More

Dubai Municipality's mobile air quality monitoring vehicle obtained the ISO 17025 certificate concerning general requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories. It is the ... Read More

Investment commitments grew to over 13 billion dollars for innovative agricultural systems and projects. The Aim4C initiative now has over 500 partners worldwide. Argentina, Fiji, Guatemala, I ... Read More

Dubai Municipality launched the ‘Food Safety Hero’ program for schools at the International Centre for Culinary Arts (ICCA) in Dubai Knowledge Park. The program aims to teach students safe ... Read More

Winning the award reflects H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi’s vision to develop the sports sector. Ahmed Hamdan Al Zeyoudi: We dedicate this achievement to H.H. Sheikh Hamad ... Read More

Robin Linn, Senior Director and Creative Talent Acquisition at Activision Blizzard, a leading company in the digital gaming industry, has stressed that the debut edition of the Sharjah Animation Confe ... Read More

 Dubai Customs showcased its pioneering experience in innovation to a delegation from Imdaad Group. Ahmed Abdul Salam Kazim, Director of Strategy and Corporate Excellence Department, emphasized t ... Read More

  Al Ghurair: We focus on achieving strategic priorities that are consistent with the objectives of Dubai Economic Agenda D33 Al Ghurair: One of the main responsibilities of the Advisory ... Read More

Discussions addressed various topics, including but not limited to energy transition, renewable energy, carbon removal solutions, enhancing the resilience of adaptation systems, preserving biodiversit ... Read More

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, the Fujairah Fine Arts Academy has inaugurated the School of Gilding and Ornamentation in a ceremony ... Read More

  Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chambers will underscore the role played by the emirate's private sector worldwide and expand its global networks, bilateral trade and business reach during the ... Read More

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai, has officially inaugurated Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023, marking the start of the 30th edition of the Mi ... Read More

“One trend that needs our immediate attention is sustainability, most importantly the impact of the book industry on the environment. It is also an opportunity to raise discussions on the book i ... Read More

Supporting global expansion of Dubai companies Trade mission implemented under New Horizons; a programme spearheaded by Dubai International Chamber to drive expansion of Dubai businesses into ne ... Read More

Requests can be submitted on the EmaraTax digital tax services platform. The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has begun accepting refund requests for Value Added Tax (VAT) incurred on operating mos ... Read More

  The project follows directives from H.H. the Ruler of Fujairah and is under the supervision of Crown Prince H.H. Mohammed Al Sharqi. H.H. Mohammed Al Sharqi: The support that H. ... Read More

Dubai Customs pulled out all the stops for the 2023 World Intellectual Property Day celebration, rallying under the banner of 'Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity'. The gala e ... Read More

Residents of the UAE can now officially ‘Adopt an Animal’ at The Green Planet Dubai, a tropical rainforest home to over 3,000 plants and animals across four indoor rainforest levels. Throu ... Read More

  The meeting covered the Academy’s programmes and projects.    His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, chaired the second meeting for ... Read More

  The Ministry’s certifications included the ISO in Information Technology, Governance of Organisations, and Risk Management. H.E. Tariq Hilal Lootah: Earning the international accr ... Read More

Participants in the trip were mostly students in MBRSG’s Master of Innovation Management programme, including alumni and current students. The Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (M ... Read More

Dubai Customs announced that its customs services, including customs declarations, clearance of goods, and inspection, operate 24/7, 365 days a year, without any interruption, even on holidays and off ... Read More

The foreign trade sector in Dubai is actively pursuing the goals outlined in the Dubai Economic Agenda D33. This initiative was launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice Pre ... Read More

  The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) today launched the first phase of ‘Tamkeen’ initiative to nurture UAE nationals and bolster their role in advancing the co ... Read More

Emirates Council For Food Security Examines Action Plan And Worldwide Agricultural Progress By Editor_wr Last updated Apr 15, 2023  Share Her Excellency Mariam bint Mohamm ... Read More

  Dubai Municipality has won three local and international accolades in the first quarter of 2023. The Municipality received the British Safety Council award and the Royal Society for the Prev ... Read More

Dhamani Jewels, one of the leading Jewellery groups in the region, opted for a traditional and stylish gathering to celebrate Ramadan with friends, customers, and dignitaries. Hosted at the iconic Bur ... Read More

 In a celebration of the holy month of Ramadan, Dubai Customs organized a Suhoor gathering for its clients at the InterContinental Festival City Dubai hotel. The event, which was attended by His ... Read More

Many leading brands including Louis Vuitton, Dior, Cartier, Gucci, Zara and IWC will have a presence in the mall.   Residents and visitors to Bahrain will soon be able to experience the Kin ... Read More

The prestigious German automotive publication and tire tester Auto Bild has awarded Goodyear with its ‘Top Manufacturer: Summer 2023’ award1 for the second consecutive year2. Tes ... Read More

Dubai Customs recently met with the Global Innovation Institute (GInI) to discuss how they can further enhance their customs services and boost returns on commercial operations. Dr. Hussam Jumaa, Dire ... Read More

  Ministerial Decision No. 43 of 2023 clarifies who will be excluded from registering for Corporate Tax.    The Ministry of Finance has issued Ministerial Decision No. 43 ... Read More

  Al Olama: “In hosting this workshop, we are underlining our commitment to involving all relevant parties in building a clear roadmap to stimulate Dubai’s digital industries. D ... Read More

The National Biosecurity Committee, chaired by Minister of Climate Change and Environment Her Excellency Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, convened its first meeting in 2023 to discuss topics aimed at st ... Read More

The meeting was chaired by Her Excellency Mariam Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and Environment. Her Excellency Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, ... Read More

During its mission the chamber facilitated more than 430 B2B meetings between representatives of 24 Dubai companies and their relevant counterparts in these markets. The trade mission bore fruit ... Read More

The Dubai Free Zones Council (DFZC) meeting, headed by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Council, explored the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), which aims to position Dubai a ... Read More

HE Almheiri participated in the interactive dialogue ‘Water for Climate, Resilience, and Environment: Source to Sea, Biodiversity, Climate, Resilience and DRR’ and side sessions ‘Fro ... Read More

Dubai Chamber of Commerce have recently launched 29 new business groups, bringing the current total to 105 with further additions already in the pipeline. Lootah: “Business groups are the ... Read More

UAE’s Minister of Climate Change and Environment is representing the nation at the UN 2023 Water Conference from March 22 to 24 in New York, coinciding with World Water Day.   ... Read More

  UAE's Minister of Climate Change and Environment HE Mariam Almheiri emphasized the UAE’s committment to advancing UN Sustainability Development Goals and accelerating progress t ... Read More

On the occasion of Mother’s Day, we would like to express our profound gratitude to all mothers around the world as well as in our country, for their invaluable contributions to their families, ... Read More

 Dubai Municipality concluded the second edition of Farmers’ Souq Initiative with a total of 33,921 visitors. The event, which was organised at the Nakheel Park between November 19, 2022, a ... Read More

  The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) convened the ‘Customer Council’ to discuss ways to bolster tax culture and meet customers’ expectations, as part of the ‘Customer Coun ... Read More

The report identifies opportunities and challenges for the future of Dubai’s digital economy, focusing on AI as a key component and driver. The launch event for the report included a policy ... Read More

With a total prize pool of more than AED 1.8 million for its customized cars competitions    The Al Wathba Custom Show concluded at the Sheikh Zayed Festival yesterday, March 17, 2023, ... Read More

Leveraging its IoT Technology Listed in the New York Stock Exchange and the Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing Ltd Tuya Smart has over 708,000 registered developers from over 200 countries an ... Read More

His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed, member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office, has attended the Abu Dhabi Government Leadership Retreat. Th ... Read More

For the second consecutive year, 20 entrepreneurs from the UAE participated in an exclusive event on International Women’s Day aimed at developing female entrepreneurs’ business acumen and ... Read More

Her Excellency Mariam bint Muhammad Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, asserted that women are at the forefront of efforts to find innovative solutions to combat climate change and ... Read More

 As part  of the UAE Innovation Month, Dubai Municipality organised a series of interactive sessions, forums and workshops to nurture creativity and innovative ideas while celebrating and en ... Read More

The new manual forms part of the Ministry’s efforts to raise political awareness and promote active participation in the upcoming parliamentary cycle. As part of its ongoing efforts to r ... Read More

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy led discussions on topics surrounding legislation, talent, opportunities and growth in the gaming industry. Bin Byat: We need to gain a holistic understanding of ... Read More

 As part of its agenda for the UAE Innovation Month “UAE Innovates 2023”, Dubai Customs is hosting events and activities from February 22-28, organized this year under the theme &ldqu ... Read More

To support the achievement of the 'UAE Vision 2031' and 'Dubai Economic Agenda D33' targets, Dubai Customs organized the 'Future Foresight Forum' during the UAE Innovation Mont ... Read More

Emirates Post Group (EPG) issued commemorative stamps celebrating the 62nd National Day of the State of Kuwait which falls on February 25, to highlight the robust bilateral relations as well as cooper ... Read More

Dubai, UAE – In response to the continued rapid growth of Dubai's digital industries and the growing start-up culture in the emirate, Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, one of the three chamb ... Read More

The UAE Ministry of Finance held a virtual session as part of its Corporate Tax Public Awareness Programme, with more than 800 business representatives, tax experts, accountants, and company owners fr ... Read More

On the sidelines of the 42nd meeting of Arab Permanent Postal Commission, Emirates Post Group, in collaboration with Egypt Post, announced the issuance of a joint commemorative stamp in celebration of ... Read More

 Saudi Arabia’s smart city NEOM offers a new model for environmentally-friendly and sustainable urban design, both for the Kingdom and the world, Saudi’s Climate Envoy told the World ... Read More

Al Mheiri to enhance the company’s local manufacturing in support of the UAE’s indigenous defense capability ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates – Raytheon Emirates Limited, a Raytheo ... Read More

Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) has announced the largest annual global food and beverage sourcing event in the world, Gulfood, will take place from 20-24 February 2023. Bringing together F&B comm ... Read More

Today, as part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, Masdar City signed an MOU with the municipality of Braga, Portugal, which is a leader in sustainability and use of natural resources. As two pi ... Read More

French multinational Saint-Gobain inaugurates its first Knowledge space in the Middle East at Masdar City, Abu Dhabi’s flagship sustainable urban community. Hady Nassif CEO Saint-Gobain Easte ... Read More

Masdar City Free Zone start-ups will gain access to Amazon Web Services Activate as well as technical support to help build and scale their companies  New program comes as a sequel to previo ... Read More

The event is part of a series of interactive workshops set to discuss challenges and opportunities in various economic sectors. H.E. Omar Sultan Al Olama: The private sector plays ... Read More

The Board of Directors of Sharjah’s ‘Alliance Française’ held its first meeting, at the House of Wisdom (HoW). The meeting was conducted in the presence of HE Shaikha Hoor AlQ ... Read More

The Big 5, the largest and most influential construction industry event in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA), lived up to its name for its 2022 edition recording a strong bounce back in ... Read More

 The Ministry of Finance has held the first session of the Corporate Tax Public Awareness Programme in Abu Dhabi with leading officials in attendance, along with representatives of the Ministry o ... Read More

EY expands its MENA Law offering by launching a Saudi law practice in Riyadh EY MENA Law appoints Reema A. Aref to lead a ten-strong team of professionals based in Saudi Arabia to support client ... Read More

An independent panel of diverse and distinguished public figures are meeting this week to continue reviewing nominations for the fourth edition of the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity and decide on th ... Read More

The Sheikh Zayed Festival, currently ongoing at the Al Wathba area in Abu Dhabi until 18th March 2023, welcomes visitors on the first weekend of the new year with a variety of enthralling events. The ... Read More

A recent report by the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) stated that Dubai has topped the list of cities with the highest spending by international visitors this year, pulling ahead internationa ... Read More

During the fourth session of the Arab Council for Population and Development, held in Riyadh in December 2022,  that was chaired by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia represented by the Ministry of Econ ... Read More

Dedicated to supporting and empowering women and girls, NAMA Women Advancement (NAMA)  is celebrating six years of striving to help the next generation reach their full potential. With a strong f ... Read More

AlGargawi: The establishment of the Solar & Renewable Energy Business Group is timely and relevant, highlighting the importance of the country’s Energy Strategy 2050 and Dubai’s Cle ... Read More

The Bureau Business Center (The Bureau), UAE’s first purpose-built female-focused co-working space is now open in Dubai’s Gold & Diamond Park. Co-founded by Dubai-raised sist ... Read More

AlGargawi: The setting up of the cloud computing business group is a pillar of Dubai’s digital infrastructure as it will encourage transparent conversations between its members, supporting th ... Read More

  Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chambers has recently convened representatives of its business groups and councils to the fourth 2022 roundtable discussion aimed at fostering public-private sector ... Read More

Dubai Chambers and the COP28 UAE Presidency have hosted an event to discuss the role of the private sector in achieving the objectives of COP28 It is critical that the private sector stands with ... Read More

The survey forms part of the framework of a nationwide project covering the UAE as a whole. The Dubai Statistics Center (DSC) at Digital Dubai has announced the launch of the Dubai Labor Force ... Read More

The visit coincides with the 2nd Session of the 4th Ordinary Cycle of the FNC’s 17th Legislative Chapter As part of its continuous efforts to raise political awareness, highlight the UAE ... Read More

Dubai Air Navigation Services (dans) has announced that eight new UAE citizens have joined the organisation, after they successfully completed its special programme, which is concerned with developing ... Read More

The session formed part of the FTA’s activities for World Future Day.  As part of the programme of activities to mark World Future Day, the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) organised an ... Read More

  Her Excellency Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi, Minister of Culture and Youth, said: "Commemoration Day is a very significant day in the history of our nation. We dedicate this day to reme ... Read More

 In a virtual ceremony attended by Dubai Customs executive directors, heads of departments and customs centers, H.E. Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, Director General of Dubai Customs, CEO of Ports, Custom ... Read More

Announcement made during the annual Diplomatic Circle Dinner 2022, which was hosted by Dubai Chambers and attended by more than 150 ambassadors, consul generals and commercial attachés. ... Read More

Gewan Hotel Management under Gewan Holding, is a unique hotel management company that operates and manages hotels and actively creates a delicate high-class Lifestyle for guests by casting the elite l ... Read More

Dubai Customs launched an awareness campaign around their digital services and creative projects and systems that facilitate the traffic of tourists and passengers. The aim of the campaign is to educa ... Read More

Dubai Customs protects intellectual property rights through several programs and plans including the trademark registration service, which enables trademark owners to counteract counterfeit goods and ... Read More

The forum aimed at tackling social challenges in Abu Dhabi by co-developing innovative solutions   The Department of Community Development (DCD), Abu Dhabi, organised the Social Sector Busi ... Read More

The Index empowers manufacturers to drive innovation and enhance competitiveness  Provides a clear and easy to follow roadmap for tomorrow’s manufacturers Industry 4.0 a ma ... Read More

The session forms part of the Neighbourhood Majlis initiative.  The Ministry of State for Federal National Council Affairs (MFNCA) held the sixth lecture on the culture of political parti ... Read More

  The Department of Community Development (DCD), Abu Dhabi, in cooperation with UNICEF, the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority, and the Emira ... Read More

  At the invitation of the Cuban government, H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy, visited the Havana International Fair 2022 in the Republic of Cuba. The visit was aimed at ... Read More

 H.E Sarah Al Amiri, UAE Minister of State for Public Education and Advanced Technology, officially opened Hotpack Global’s new AED 250 million manufacturing plant at the National Industrie ... Read More

Enhancing buildings and communities and making them healthier, safer and smarter is a major pillar of the comprehensive and sustainable development pursued by Dubai Land Department (DLD) towards cemen ... Read More

The Emirate’s stand was represented by Ras Al Khaimah Government Media Office, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone, and Marjan   ‘ ... Read More

The forum was organised by the Ministry of State for Federal National Council Affairs, in collaboration with United Arab Emirates University, under the title ‘Sheikh Khalifa and the Political ... Read More

Leading figures, experts from the local and international arbitration community, and representatives from various government and private bodies, came together for a one-day event in Dubai today, organ ... Read More

Taking its customer-first approach to the next level, Géant, part of GMG, is capitalizing on football World Cup fever this month with an exciting in-store customer experience designed  ... Read More

The Minister of Culture and Youth participates on a panel discussion entitled ‘Embedding Culture at the Core of Policies and Cooperation’ at the 5th Edition of the Paris Peace Forum H.E ... Read More

The Department of Community Development (DCD), Abu Dhabi, will organise the third event in its ‘Social Innovation Talks’ series, titled ‘From Here We Begin: Contemporary Family and V ... Read More

His Excellency Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, Director General of Dubai Customs and CEO of Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation, made an evening visit to the Passenger Operations Department, Terminal 3 at ... Read More

 Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, the inaugural Dubai Esports Festival (DEF 2022) was inaugurated today by ... Read More

  Dr. Mugheer Al Khaili: The strategy is a paradigm shift in promoting inclusion and empowerment of people of determination and a model of a collaborative partnership and integrated efforts ... Read More

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Economy and Planning (MEP) has joined Misk Global Forum 2022 (MGF22) as the official Vision Partner to empower youth with new knowledge and foresight to thrive in the ... Read More

The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) has announced that the UAE’s Capital will host the World Islamic Economic Forum in 2024. The World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF) launc ... Read More

The event will offer an integral platform for the media industry The first edition is expected to see over 170 exhibiting brands Global Media Congress sees participation of more than 162 global ... Read More

The number of employees hired in accordance with the international standard grew 51% in 2022.  The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has enhanced its holistic quality scheme, designed to bring ... Read More

The Ministry of State for Federal National Council Affairs (MFNCA) joined nationwide UAE Flag Day celebrations at its headquarters in Abu Dhabi, in line with directives from His Highness Sheikh Mohamm ... Read More

The Ministry of Economy and Planning signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Impact Center, to establish a general framework of cooperation to enable the adoption of evidence-based planning prac ... Read More

Recent workshop, organised in cooperation with BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates LLP, examined practical implications of regulatory changes on the business community. Dubai, UAE: Dubai Cha ... Read More

On the sidelines of her visit to Egypt to mark fifty years of bilateral ties, Noura Al Kaabi met with Egyptian ministers and officials and visited prestigious cultural institutions Her Excellency ... Read More

4th edition of International Conference on Entrepreneurship in Palestine (ICEP) held for first time in Dubai Regional investors and VCs to meet 20 promising Palestinian startups eyeing growth and ... Read More

Emirates Foundation and Occidental have announced the renewal of their partnership for the coming three years with a commitment to continuously empower UAE community members in the areas of volunteeri ... Read More

Developed by Dubai Chambers, Chamber Model Innovation framework has been implemented by 60 chambers of commerce.   Chamber Model Innovation Around the World, series hosted by the Chamb ... Read More

  His Excellency Lieutenant-General Dhahi Khalfan Tamim, Deputy Chairman of Police and General Security in Dubai, Chairman of Board of Governors of Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) ... Read More

His Excellency Anwar Gargash, diplomatic advisor to UAE President, addressed the audience on the last day of Culture Summit Abu Dhabi, speaking of the importance of such cultural gatherings in the UAE ... Read More

Annual conference organised by Dubai Chamber of Commerce’s Centre for Responsible  and joined by over 150 industry experts, business leaders and academics who shared valuable insights on ... Read More

On the sidelines of the twenty-sixth meeting of GCC Ministers of Culture Abu Dhabi, October 27, 2022: The General Secretariat of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) honoured a group of Emirati creat ... Read More

20 potential unicorns across Fintech, Edtech, Insurtech, AI and Healthtech will meet regional investors for seed and Series A funding    Dubai, United Arab Emirates –   ... Read More

His Excellency Anwar Gargash, diplomatic advisor to UAE President, addressed the audience on the last day of Culture Summit Abu Dhabi, speaking of the importance of such cultural gatherings in the UAE ... Read More

His Excellency Sheikh Sultan bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan: "The founding fathers devoted a solid approach in the field of volunteer work, which enabled the UAE to occupy a prominent global position in t ... Read More

 iGan Arabia is pleased to announce that two of its leading portfolio companies have been selected to present at the upcoming flagship FII conference taking place this week in Riyadh. Over the ... Read More

High-level forum attended by over 100 industry leaders, including board and advisory council members of Dubai Chambers. Participants presented ideas and solutions to support the growth of f ... Read More

Representative offices in India and Ethiopia organised trade missions to Dubai, joined by prominent businessmen, investors and startups who explored market opportunities. The Chamber’s Azer ... Read More

First-of-its-kind scheme in UAE allows socially-driven organisations to obtain branding recognition stamp  27 social enterprises earn accreditation during pilot phase Innovative tool enabl ... Read More

The Ministry of Economy launched the second phase of The Entrepreneurial Nation, the comprehensive and one of a kind national project for the development of the UAE’s Small and Medium Enterprise ... Read More

The Department of Community Development in Abu Dhabi confirms  that the celebration of the International White Cane Day, which falls on October 15 of each year, aims to recognize the achievements ... Read More

The digital initiatives presented are designed to raise political awareness, improve performance, and enable the MFNCA to continue exceling. The Ministry's participation is part of its approa ... Read More

Dubai Courts has completed 629,623 transactions through its smart services this year, following the highest government standards, which reflect its advanced and effective performance that helps all pa ... Read More

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, the Strategic Partner for North Star Dubai, hosted several thought-provoking panel discussions joined by industry leaders who have built thriving startups in Dubai ... Read More

The new platform will be launched later this year following an extensive period of assessment, consultation and development. EmaraTax represents a major milestone in the FTA’s ambition to be a l ... Read More

Meet The Young Visionaries Shaping MENA's Future The 2022 cohort comprises 35 individuals based across eight countries in the Middle East: 12 in Egypt, 10 in the U.A.E., five in Lebanon, and ... Read More

Equevu has made its official debut in Abu Dhabi as the first Emirati-developed workplace savings platform committed to providing businesses and their employees access to world-class savings options. ... Read More

As a strategic partner for North Star Dubai, Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy releases a new report on Dubai's digital economy landscape. The Chamber will host unicorns and international busi ... Read More

The UAE, in cooperation with the Secretariat General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), will host the fourth edition of the GCC Visual Arts Forum from December 20 to 25, 2022. The forum will host ... Read More

The session is organised in collaboration with Majalis Abu Dhabi at the Citizens and Community Affairs Office of the Presidential Court.  In collaboration with Majalis Abu Dhabi at the Ci ... Read More

The Ministry of Culture and Youth is participating in the 42nd edition of GITEX Technology Week, which will be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from   October 10 to 14, 2022. The Ministr ... Read More

H.E. Khalid Ali Al Bustani: Attending the world’s biggest technology event is the perfect opportunity for the FTA to highlight its new programmes and digital services, in line with the &lsquo ... Read More

 Imam Turki Bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve Development Authority (ITBA), the second largest reserve in Saudi Arabia, announced that its pavilion in the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Eque ... Read More

The programme is part of MBRSG’s strategic partnership with Egypt’s National Institute for Governance and Sustainable Development. The Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBR ... Read More

How the Walloon (Belgium) agrifood sector can help increase food security, solve health challenges and improve agro-efficiency in Saudi Arabia With the Saudi Agriculture show coming up this month i ... Read More

E-commerce’s share of UAE retail sales expected to reach 12.6 percent of total market sales by 2026. Local e-commerce websites accounted for 73 percent of total UAE retail sales in 2021. ... Read More

The Saudi Arabia Ministry of Economy and Planning (MEP) and the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance the use of data in the development of ec ... Read More

Over 330 participants took part in a recent workshop hosted by the Chamber, which examined the requirements and processes related to the new corporate tax system. Dubai, UAE – Dubai Cham ... Read More

ARB Emirates’ 13th successive participation in ADIHEX reiterates its commitment to promote and safeguard UAE's authentic culture and traditions   ARB Emirates, which operates unde ... Read More

The International Fund for Houbara Conservation (IFHC), the global leader in pre-emptive species conservation, this year, marks the 40th anniversary of the first hatch of captive-bred houbara chick in ... Read More

Exchange of knowledge and data related to the rental sector in Dubai, market research and joint training workshops are among the key areas of cooperation outlined under MoU. HE Al Ghurair:  ... Read More

Bashir Mraish Consultancy Launches Its New Website Bashir Mraish Consultancy announced the launch of its new website with advanced features and multiple languages, the website www.bashirmraish.com ... Read More

To mark the occasion of the 92nd Saudi Arabia National Day, Emirates Draw shares an endearing story of Karma Zahran’s win. A Saudi Arabian expat who regularly participated in the weekly draw in ... Read More

Lootah will be tasked with leading Dubai Chambers in the stages ahead and overseeing the implementation of its initiatives and strategic plans, as well as its KPIs. H.E. Abdul-Aziz Al Ghurair: Th ... Read More

With 57% of respondents saying the UAE was their model nation, the country’s popularity is at its highest for 11 years The UAE’s growing economy, safety, high salaries and respect for ... Read More

Two-thirds say they have more freedoms because of the Arab Spring, but a clear majority in the GCC, North Africa and the Levant insist democracy in the region will never work Two-thirds of young ... Read More

Two-thirds say they have more freedoms because of the Arab Spring, but a clear majority in the GCC, North Africa and the Levant insist democracy in the region will never work Two-thirds of young ... Read More

Thirty-five per cent of Arab youth identified rising living costs as the region’s biggest obstacle, followed by unemployment (32%) and the Palestinian-Israeli conflict (29%) Nearly half (49 ... Read More

  89% of Arab youth say they shop online, compared with 50% in 2018 Daily use of TikTok has doubled since 2020, while the popularity of Facebook and Twitter has declined Young Arabs say ... Read More

Most young Arabs say preserving their religious and cultural identity is more important than creating a more globalised society 70% of youth in the GCC and 60% in North Africa say that Sharia Isl ... Read More

78% of young Arab men and women believe China is an ally; the US is ranked sixth among allied nations Nearly one third of Arab youth say the US and NATO are at fault for the Ukraine conflict, an ... Read More

  Two-thirds say their best days lie ahead and more than half convinced they will do better than their parents More than nine in 10 GCC citizens say their national economy is heading in ... Read More

H.E. Khalid Al Bustani: The Federal Tax Authority’s network of strategic partnerships supports its efforts to improve its services and facilitate taxpayers’ compliance.  The B ... Read More

ENOC Group reiterates its commitment to support Emiratisation during Careers UAE 2022 by offering more than 80 job opportunities across downstream and corporate divisions within the Group. In 2022, th ... Read More

The MoU, which was signed today at MoF’s headquarters in Dubai, is aimed at boosting cooperation in community initiatives and projects, exchanging internal systems and work procedures, and impro ... Read More

Seatrade Maritime will bring its flagship Middle East conference & exhibition now titled Seatrade Maritime and Logistics Middle East back to Dubai in May 2023, under the patronage of the Ministry ... Read More

Expo Centre Sharjah has announced it will host the International Jewellery Designers Forum, on the sidelines of the 50th edition of the Watch & Jewellery Middle East Show, which will be organized ... Read More