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Minister of Economy urges investors to support the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the UAE

Abu Dhabi, 22 May, 2017: In partnership with the Ministry of Economy, the 3rd Annual Angel Rising Investor Education Symposium organized by startAD and VentureSouq saw local and global experts come together to discuss Global vs. Local Investing Perspectives in the context of creating a robust and flourishing entrepreneurial ecosystem in the ......Read More

Monday, May 22, 2017

Businesses Could Face Penalities for Missing Health Insurance Renewal Deadline, Guardian Wealth Mana ...

One-year anniversary of introduction of mandatory health insurance looms for Dubai companies GWM’s Corporate Solutions team highlight five considerations when taking out policies to avoid incurring fines or visa restrictions 22nd May 2017, Dubai: Dubai businesses could face penalties for failing to comply with the looming renewal deadline on mandatory health insurance, the financial planning firm Guardian Wealth Management (GWM) has warned. Almost one year has passed since the Dubai Health Authority made it mandatory on June 30th 2016 for business-owners to introduce health insurance for their employees. With the deadline to renew fast approaching for many businesses, ......Read More

Monday, May 22, 2017

Emirates Foundation launches Volunteering Mobile App

Encouraging Emirati youth to give back during the holy month of Ramadan Takatof, the nation’s leading youth volunteer network launches the largest volunteering campaign during the holy month of Ramadan, providing compelling opportunities for youth to volunteer for self- and community development. ABU DHABI, 22 May 2017: Emirates Foundation, an independent philanthropic organi-zation set up by the Abu Dhabi government to facilitate public-private funded initiatives to improve the welfare of youth across the UAE, announced the launch of its ‘Volunteering Mobile App’ as part of its 10th annual Ramadan Campaign led by Takatof volunteering ......Read More

Monday, May 22, 2017

Dubai Police Partners with 360VUZ to Make the Dream of 5 Children Come True

- An exceptional experience with a viral 360 Virtual Reality Video showcasing some of the top destinations of Dubai - Dubai Police supercars participated included a Ferrari, Bentley, BMW i8, and AMG Dubai, UAE, 22 May 2017: Dubai police partnered with 360VUZ, the leading Virtual Reality ......Read More

Monday, May 22, 2017
Dubai Customs showcases latest projects to DM delegation

Dubai, UAE, 21 May 2017: In exchange of expertise and to enhance cooperation between Dubai government department, Dubai Customs received a delegation from Dubai Municipality. The visitors were received by Juma Al Ghaith, Executive Director of Customs Development Division at Dubai Customs, Ahmed Al Yaqoubi, Projects Delivery ......Read More

Sunday, May 21, 2017

Bodour Al Qasimi Named Chair of WEF's MENA Regional Business Council

Announcement made at World Economic Forum on the Middle East and North Africa in Jordan Dubai, May 21, 2017 The World Economic Forum (WEF) has named Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), as the Chair of the World Economic Forum's Regional Business Council (RBC) for the Middle East and North Africa. Sheikha Bodour’s appointment was announced by Professor Klaus Schwab, Founder and Executive Chairman of WEF, in the presence of a number of government officials and senior business leaders at the World Economic Forum on the Middle East and North Africa, which took place May 19-21 at the ......Read More

Sunday, May 21, 2017

Emirates Post Group awards Imdaad AED6 million FM contract

Dubai-based company to provide integrated FM services for branches of Emirates Post Group throughout the UAE Dubai, UAE, May 21 2017: Imdaad, the GCC’s leading integrated facilities management (FM) company, based in Dubai, has signed a AED6 million deal with Emirates Post Group (EPG). The one-year contract, with the option to extend by another two years, will see Imdaad deliver specialized integrated FM services in EPG’s branches throughout the UAE. This includes: maintenance of buildings and facilities, encompassing civil works, electrical and HVAC and mechanical operations. Jamal Abdulla Lootah, Group CEO of Imdaad, said: “This partnership illustrates our ......Read More

Sunday, May 21, 2017

Ramadan Labour Community Donation with Swimwear to Works by COEGA Sunwear & Dubai Mums Helping Hands

Swimwear to Workers this Ramadan Celebrating the Spirit of the Holy Month Dubai, UAE, May 21 2017: Home-grown swimwear brand COÉGA Sunwear joined volunteers from across Dubai to distribute swimwear and other goods to workers in the labour communities in the run up to the Holy Month of Ramadan. The donation drive, an initiative ......Read More

Sunday, May 21, 2017
Dubai Customs honors winners of IPR Awards at CIFF 2017

Dubai, UAE, 21 May 2017: “Piracy Full Stop” won the best international movie in the latest version of the Children's International Film Festival (CIFF) 2017 which concluded recently at the Higher Technology College in the academic city. Yousef Ozair Mubarak, Director of IPR Department at Dubai Customs, awarded the ......Read More

Sunday, May 21, 2017

Dubai Customs: The Newest EXPO 2020 Official Sponsor

Dubai – 20 May 2017: Dubai Customs signed a memorandum of understanding with EXPO 2020 office that aims at developing means of cooperation between the two sides. As per the agreement Dubai Customs has become the newest official sponsor of Dubai EXPO 2020 and will participate in promoting the exhibition’s brands in different ......Read More

Saturday, May 20, 2017

Emirates Post Group Appoints Chief Happiness & Positivity Officer

Acting CEO of Emirates Post Group Mr. Abdullah Alashram has issued a decree appointing Mr. Yousuf Alkhaja as Chief Happiness and Positivity Officer, in addition to his current position as Acting Executive Director of Network Operations. In his new role, Mr. Alkhaja will seek to spread the awareness and knowledge of happiness and positivity as ......Read More

Saturday, May 20, 2017

Emirates Post Group Holds First ‘Change Retreat' in Ras Al Khaimah

The Emirates Post Group held a ‘Change Retreat’ on Coral Island in Ras Al Khaimah to discuss strategic plans and future challenges. The retreat was inaugurated in the presence of the Group’s Acting CEO Abdullah Mohammed Al Ashram, the executive managers, other managers, and customer service employees. Abdullah Al Ashram said ......Read More

Thursday, May 18, 2017
Emirates Post Upgrades Public P.O. Box Service to Handle E-Commerce Deliveries at All Post Offices

Public P.O. Box is meant for those who don’t have their own P.O. Box DUBAI, May 17, 2017: Emirates Post has upgraded its Public P.O. Box service, which allows residents and visitors to have a common P.O. Box address for receiving mail through any of the post-offices in the UAE. The move to encourage people to use the Public ......Read More

Wednesday, May 17, 2017

DLD Triumphs at Ideas Arabia Competition 2017 with Double Win

- The department scoops first place in ‘Happy Customers’ and ‘Technologies’ categories Dubai, United Arab Emirates 17th May 2017: Dubai Land Department (DLD) has won two prestigious titles at the Ideas Arabia Competition 2017, which was launched by the Dubai Quality Group in 2006 to celebrate ground-breaking innovations that have been implemented by institutions over the past year and achieved qualitative results. DLD won first place in the ‘Happy Customers’ and ‘Technology’ categories for its ‘Real Estate Services Trust’ and ‘Rental Disputes Center’ initiatives respectively. His Excellency Sultan Butti ......Read More

Wednesday, May 17, 2017

Qatari customs delegation visits Jebel Ali Customs Center

Trade with Qatar grow 92% between 2011 and 2016 Dubai, UAE, 17th May 2017: DP World Group Chairman & CEO and Chairman of Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) Sultan bin Sulayem received a Qatari delegation at Jebel Ali customs centers during their visit to Dubai to learn more about Dubai Customs experience in developing and ......Read More

Wednesday, May 17, 2017

Dubai Customs receives delegation from Qatari General Authority of Customs

Dubai, UAE, 16th May 2017: Dubai Customs received a delegation from the Qatari General Authority of Customs. Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, Director of Dubai Customs met with his Qatari counterpart Ahmed Abdullah Al-Jamal, Chairman of Qatar Customs Authority who was accompanied by a number of senior customs officials. The meeting was attended by ......Read More

Tuesday, May 16, 2017
Aldo Solemates Red Crescent event - 17th May, 2017

Aldosolemates charity event has been scheduled for Wednesday 17th of May. Be gifter a free pair of shoes from ALDO by donating your shoes to the Red Crescent between 10am - 12pm and get 50% off on every purchase after 12pm. Event will be at Sahara Centre. ...Read More

Tuesday, May 16, 2017

The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment Assures that the Withdrawal of Sadia Chicken is the S ...

Dubai, UAE: May 14, 2017 – Majd Mohamed Al Herbawi, Director of Food Safety Department at the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, said that the ministry has coordinated with Dubai Municipality, as the regulatory body in Dubai, with regards to the withdrawal of Sadia chicken by the Union Cooperative Society. She confirmed that the withdrawal of the Sadia Chicken product by the Union Cooperative Society in Dubai is an internal procedure by the Cooperative Society, which solely bears the responsibility of withdrawing the product and the announcement that has been circulated across the media. Al Herbawi also called on community members not to be swayed by ......Read More

Monday, May 15, 2017

Delegation of Emirates Post's 1st Postal Zone Visits Wahat Al Karama Martyrs' Memorial in Abu Dhabi

A delegation from Emirates Post Group’s 1st Postal Zone recently visited the ‘Wahat Al Karama’ Memorial in Abu Dhabi, which has been constructed as a tribute to the sacrifices made by UAE people to position the country as an international symbol of tolerance, coexistence and hospitality, in line with the vision of HH ......Read More

Monday, May 15, 2017

Sharjah Leadership Program delegates visit headquarters of the UAE Space Agency

With over USD 5.5 billion in investments, UAE is largest investor in the region’s space industry UAE, May 13, 2017: Delegates of the Sharjah Leadership Program; an initiative of the Sharjah Tatweer Forum, a part of the Rubu’ Qarn Foundation for Creating Future Leaders and Innovators, recently visited the headquarters of ......Read More

Saturday, May 13, 2017
Dubai Customs carries out 2.33m transactions in 1st Q 2017

Dubai, UAE, 13th May 2017: Dubai Customs carried out 2.329 customs transactions during the first quarter of 2017 compared to 2.241 customs transactions in the same period in 2016. This reflects a healthy continuity of growth and a better performance of external non-oil trade sectors. The growth supports the diverse national economy and helps ......Read More

Saturday, May 13, 2017

Ministry of Climate Change and Environment Denies Lifting Ban on Import of Vegetables, Fruits from J ...

Ban to continue until safety requirements are met, pesticide residues cleared Dubai-UAE: 11 May, 2017 – The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has denied the information that the UAE lifted the ban on the imports of certain fruits and vegetables from Jordan that has been circulating among Jordanian media outlets, saying that no such decision has been taken. Last month, the Ministry announced a decision to ban imports of fruits and vegetables from select countries with effect from May 15, 2017, as those products have been found to contain pesticide residues in excess of permissible limits. The countries impacted by the ban – Jordan, Egypt, ......Read More

Thursday, May 11, 2017

World Green Economy Organisation (WGEO) Launches Three New Platforms to Encourage Youth and Society ...

The newly launched platforms include - Youth, Academia and Organisations & Civil Society Platform Dubai, UAE, 10 May 2017: The World Green Economy Organisation (WGEO) launched by HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai in October 2016 and supported by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP),launched three new platforms – Youth, Academia and Organisations & Civil Society Platform. These platforms were launched in conjunction with a two day international workshop for Solar Decathlon Middle East (SDME), created through an agreement between the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Dubai ......Read More

Wednesday, May 10, 2017

Dubai Land Department develops action plan to regulate lease registrations in freehold areas

Dubai Investments Park awards certificates of appreciation to Rental Affairs Sector employees Dubai, 10th May 017: Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced that it will be developing an action plan through its Rental Affairs Sector to regulate lease registrations in Dubai’s Freehold and Free Zone areas. The step is being taken to facilitate services in all of these areas for customers from all categories. The Rental Affairs Sector is cooperating with a number of developers to coordinate the successful implementation of the new plan, which promises to provide ease of service to customers. The regulated action plan has the support of Dubai Investments Park (DIP) - the ......Read More

Wednesday, May 10, 2017
Dubai Electronic Security Center Takes Part of IEEE Seminars on Future Technologies

IEEE Seminars on Future Technologies was launched today (10th of May, 2017), organized by IEEE UAE section and Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC). The partnership aims to bring great interaction and exchange of knowledge and experience between the participants. The one-day event that took place in The Meydan Hotel from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM ......Read More

Wednesday, May 10, 2017

ESMA Authorizes Emirates Metrology Institute as National Metrology Institute

His Excellency Dr Rashid Ahmad bin Fahad: Authorization is key step towards developing federal measurement infrastructure to serve industry sectors Abu Dhabi-UAE: 9 May, 2017 – In line with the directives of the visionary leadership of the UAE to enhance collaboration, coordination and integration among federal and local government entities, Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA) and Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (QCC) today signed an agreement to authorize Emirates Metrology Institute as the national institute of measurement in the UAE. The agreement was signed by His Excellency Dr Rashid Ahmad bin Fahad, Minister of State and Chairman ......Read More

Tuesday, May 09, 2017

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid to Award Winner of Arab Hope Makers on May 18.

Arab Hope Makers Award Ceremony to be Held at Dubai Studio City; Honours Arab World’s Most Inspirational People Dubai, UAE: 9 May, 2017 UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has announced that the winner of the Arab Hope Makers initiative will be honoured ......Read More

Tuesday, May 09, 2017

Emirates Post Group Launches First Customer Happiness Centre

Emirates Post Group has opened its first "Customer Happiness Center" in Al Bada’a off Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, as part of community happiness initiatives in the UAE. Apart from postal and non-postal services, the centre will provide VIP services, a recreation area for the elderly and a fun corner for kids. Commenting on ......Read More

Tuesday, May 09, 2017
Abu Dhabi Fund for Development Honours Internal Excellence Award Recipients

Abu Dhabi-UAE: 8 May, 2017 – His Excellency Mohammed Saif Al Suwaidi, Director General of Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD), has announced the recipients of the second cycle of the Internal Excellence Award that honours employees for their meritorious achievements in different categories. His Excellency Al Suwaidi distributed the honorary plaques and certificates of appreciation to the winners of each of the six categories during ADFD’s annual ceremony. During the event, several team-building exercises and entertainment activities were held to enhance relations between employees and reinforce the culture of team-work. In addition, an informative video ......Read More

Monday, May 08, 2017

Jordan Standards and Metrology Organization Signs MOU with Global Safety Science Firm UL

Dubai, 7 May 2017: - The Jordan Standards and Metrology Organization (JSMO) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with global safety science firm UL The agreement signifies cooperation in the areas of standardization, measurement, conformity evaluation, testing, management systems and other relevant fields, and is aimed towards enhancing product quality, leading to bolstering the economic ties between Jordan, the UAE - UL’s Middle East base and the US where the firm has its Headquarters. The MOU was signed by Dr Haydar AlZaben, the Director General of JSMO and Mr. Hamid Syed, the UL, Vice President & GM for UL Middle East. The signing ceremony took place ......Read More

Sunday, May 07, 2017

Dubai Chamber Hosts Series of Workshops for Dubai Smartpreneur Competition Participants

07/05/2017 - Workshops covered the basics of building a business, effective sales strategies, and useful tips for investor pitches -Al Zaabi: Dubai Smartpreneur Competition has received a plethora of innovative ideas that support the UAE's strategic vision and Dubai’s transformation to a global smart city Dubai, UAE: The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently organised and hosted a series of workshops for the top 50 participants who qualified for the next round of the Dubai Smartpreneur Competition. The workshops provided participants with the knowledge and support needed to help them turn their innovative business ideas into a reality. Topics covered by ......Read More

Sunday, May 07, 2017

Emirates Post Group Provides RTA Services Through Post Offices

Dubai, May 7, 2017: As part of a strategic partnership with Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), Emirates Post Group is providing various RTA services to customers through all post offices in the country, including purchasing parking cards, payment of RTA traffic fines through a direct electronic link, and sale of Nol cards (only in Dubai post offices) which enable commuters to use multi-modal transport of RTA. Emirates Post Group also offers Dubai parking cards at all outlets in denominations of AED 30, AED 50 and AED 100. Acting Chief Commercial Officer of Emirates Post Group, Mr. Obaid Al Qatami, said: “We are pleased to strengthen our partnership with the Roads and ......Read More

Sunday, May 07, 2017
Emirates Post Begins Project of Giving New Look to All Post Offices Under ‘We Deliver Happiness' The ...

The entire project will be completed in 2018, to cover all 118 post offices Dubai, May 3, 2017: Emirates Post has started work on a project that is focused on giving its post-offices a more attractive and uniform look, in order to make them customer-friendly under the theme ‘We Deliver Happiness’. Already, as part of the ......Read More

Wednesday, May 03, 2017

Abu Dhabi Fund for Development Organizes Lecture on Principles of Innovation

Abu Dhabi-UAE: 3 May, 2017 – Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) organized a lecture on the principles of innovation. The lecture, hosted in cooperation with the Tafkeer-IVI-Institute of Vocation Innovation, reinforces ADFD’s sustained efforts to foster a culture of innovation among its employees, improve job performance and meet the standards of excellence. His Excellency Mohammed Saif Al Suwaidi, Director General of Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD), said: “ADFD's interest in innovation stems from its keenness to implement the vision of the President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and the wise directives of the UAE leadership that emphasize ......Read More

Wednesday, May 03, 2017

An Alliance of Virtue Peace Route Start Off in Abu Dhabi

The Forum for Promoting Peace in Muslim Societies receives the first American Caravan for Peace. Abu Dhabi has once more continued it’s assiduous efforts in building new models and mechanisms for promoting peace, as the Jumeirah at Etihad Towers hotel welcomed yesterday, on May 2nd, a first of its kind visit by an American peace caravan consisting of clergy men from all Abrahamic religions. The visit was hosted by the President of Forum for Promoting Peace in Muslim Societies, Shaykh Abdallah Bin Bayyah. The caravan included over 30 prominent Muslim, Christian, and American Jewish clergy, from ten different American states to develop new models and action plans that will promote ......Read More

Wednesday, May 03, 2017

Yemini Sustainable Development Foundation Wins First Sharjah International Award for Refugee Advocac ...

Jawaher Al Qasimi: These efforts are a much-needed reminder that the world is still fundamentally a good place with good people. • In recognition of humanitarian efforts to save lives and restore dignity • Foundation cleared mines, provided water, food and education Sharjah, 2 ......Read More

Tuesday, May 02, 2017
Dubai Health Authority Pays Tribute to Workers on Labour Day

Conducts free medical screening for workers at the Authority. Dubai, United Arab Emirates, May 1 2017: The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) marked today International Labour Day by holding an appreciation ceremony to thank labourers working with the Authority for their dedication and for their contribution to the success of the organisation. International Workers Day or Labour Day, takes place on May 1 every year to celebrate and recognise the efforts of the labour force. His Excellency Humaid Al Qatami, Chairman of the Board and Director-General of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) addressed labourers at a felicitation ceremony, which took place at the DHA headquarters. Celebrations ......Read More

Monday, May 01, 2017

Hamdan bin Mohammed Introduces Dubai Font to the World and directs Dubai Government Entities to Ado ...

Created in collaboration with Microsoft, the Font harmoniously and fully integrates Arabic and Latin texts Hamdan bin Mohammed: Dubai Font combines the authenticity of the past and the aspirations of the future The Dubai Font is the first Microsoft font created by a city and named after it The font can be accessed globally by more than ......Read More

Monday, May 01, 2017

DIFC Investments LLC Chairman Essa Kazim Outlines Robust Performance for 2016

• DIFCI reports growth in gross operational profit of 4% • 2016 results contribute to successful growth of DIFC where: - occupancy rate is 98% - key construction projects such as Gate Avenue at DIFC and The Exchange will further enhance DIFC property portfolio Dubai-UAE: 01 May 2017 – His Excellency Essa Kazim, the Chairman of DIFC Investments LLC (DIFCI) and Governor of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia, was pleased to report a ‘robust’ performance as he delivered DIFCI’s audited ......Read More

Monday, May 01, 2017

UAE Students Take Part in “Capture the Flag” Competition

Students in the UAE had the opportunity to participate in a cybersecurity competition, entitled “Capture The Flag!”. The competition aimed to uncover young cybersecurity talents in the UAE, and took place at the OPCDE_ conference on the 27th of April, 2017 in the Emirates Towers. The event was co-organised by Comae Technologies and ......Read More

Sunday, April 30, 2017
ICC-UAE, ICC Secretary General Discuss Future Cooperation

- Meeting focused on organisations’ roles in facilitating global trade and economic development - ICC and Dubai Chamber to host ICC Customs and Trade Facilitation Commission Meeting in Dubai May 17-18th 30 April 2017 - Dubai, UAE: The UAE Chapter of the International Chamber of Commerce ......Read More

Sunday, April 30, 2017

ZonesCorp Launches the "Excellence Forum"

New initiative aims to host winners of the Abu Dhabi Excellence Award for those who received the Executive Council President Award in Government Performance Abu Dhabi, UAE- 30th April 2017: ZonesCorp has launched the Excellence Forum, an initiative in coordination with the Office of the Abu Dhabi Award program for Excellence in Government Performance. The initiative will see ZonesCorp host the winners of the prestigious Abu Dhabi Awards for Excellence in Government Performance and share their professional experiences first hand with fellow government employees. HE Saeed Eisa Al Khyeli, Director General of ZonesCorp commented: "This forum is the first of its kind for ......Read More

Sunday, April 30, 2017

Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation Unveils Accomplishments for 2016

• AMAF Offers Financial Support to 33 Organizations in 2016 • Satisfaction Levels Reach 95% • Number of Waqf Units Increases to 1,872 Dubai-UAE: 30 April, 2017 – Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation (AMAF) has announced that it offered financial support to 33 local and international institutions and organizations during 2016. Furthermore, the Foundation expanded the number of endowment units it manages to 1,872 and executed endowment projects worth AED65.7 million, enhancing the status of Dubai and the UAE in the humanitarian and charity fields. Announcing the 2016 results, His Excellency Tayeb ......Read More

Sunday, April 30, 2017

Dubai Health Authority Signs MoU with The Health Bank.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 27 April 2017: The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) signed today a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with The Health Bank with the aim to drive medical tourism in the region. The MoU was signed in the presence of Sheikh Tariq bin Faisal Al Qasimi. This collaboration is in line with the vision of the Dubai Health Experience, which is overseen and implemented by the DHA. DXH was launched in April 2016 by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, as a continuation of ‘Dubai, a Global Destination for Medical Tourism’ project. DXH is a highly integrated programme that aims to promote Dubai ......Read More

Thursday, April 27, 2017
Jawaher Al Qasimi Receives Prestigious 3G ‘Global Good Governance' Philanthropy Award

International accolade bestowed upon Royal Patron and Honorary President of Friends of Cancer Patients 27 April 2017 - Dubai, UAE: Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah and Founder and Royal Patron of the Friends of Cancer Patients (FoCP), was honored with the ......Read More

Thursday, April 27, 2017

Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation Hosts Workshop for 21 Volunteers from Private Sector Companies P ...

Initiative Articulates AMAF’s commitment to promoting volunteerism in Dubai Dubai-UAE: 27 April 2017 – As part of its continued efforts to enhance collaboration with the private sector and promote a culture of volunteerism, Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation (AMAF) organized a special workshop at the Dubai Chamber of ......Read More

Thursday, April 27, 2017

Abu Dhabi Ports Launches Khalifa Port Free Trade Zone to European Market at Hannover Messe

Largest Industrial Global Gathering sees Massive interest in Newly Awarded Free Zone Area in KIZAD Dubai - UAE, 27 April 2017 – Abu Dhabi Ports, the master developer, operator and manager of the Emirate's commercial and community ports as well as Khalifa Industrial Zone (KIZAD), is participating in Hannover Messe Exhibition, the world's leading industrial fair, held in Germany, from 24-28 April, 2017 for the seventh consecutive year. This year, Abu Dhabi Ports chose this global platform to announce the largest free zone area in the Middle East, to the European market. A press conference was conducted on the first day where all participating Abu Dhabi Government ......Read More

Thursday, April 27, 2017

Abu Dhabi Systems & Information Centre Mainstreams Corporate Maturity Framework for Digital Services

Abu Dhabi, April 27, 2017 – The Abu Dhabi Systems & Information Centre (ADSIC), the government entity in charge of overseeing the ICT Agenda in Abu Dhabi, has mainstreamed the corporate maturity framework for digital services in the emirate. The framework is an integrated work system that enables government entities to assess and measure the level of maturity of their digital practices, and to update and develop their services. It compares the current practices in each entity with the best international standards in the sector in order to assess their entity’s performance, identify its readiness to manage and implement the digital transformation strategy, and flag areas ......Read More

Thursday, April 27, 2017
Emirates Post Group Activates Harvard Business Review Arabia's “Knowledge Portal”

Dubai, April 26, 2017: Emirates Post Group (EPG) has signed an agreement with Harvard Business Review Arabia (HBRA) to use the latter’s “Knowledge portal” service to enable the Group’s employees to read HBR’s most important articles and videos produced by experts. “This agreement is an extension of our constant pursuit of innovation in our work and management, as well as developing the ways in which information is presented to the Group’s employees,” said EPG’s Chief Innovation Officer Ahmed Al Badi. “This step reflects our commitment to following the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President ......Read More

Wednesday, April 26, 2017

1001 Titles Launches Consultancy Service for Publishers

Aims to establish a legal environment to boost the publishing sector in the UAE Event announced on the side-lines of Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival Sharjah, April 24, 2017 The ‘1001 Titles’ initiative has launched a consultancy service for publishers on the side-lines of Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival ......Read More

Monday, April 24, 2017

Ministry of Climate Change and Environment Bans Import of Vegetables, Fruits from Select Countries

Egypt, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon and Yemen must produce certificates of analysis of pesticide residues for produce not already on list by May 15 Dubai-UAE: 24 April, 2017 – The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has banned imports of certain vegetables and fruits from select countries with effect from May 15, 2017 as those products have been found to contain pesticide residues in excess of permissible limits. The counties that will be impacted by the ban include Egypt, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon and Yemen. The maximum permitted levels of pesticide residues in foods are stipulated by regulatory bodies in the UAE. Exposure of the general population to such residues ......Read More

Monday, April 24, 2017

Dubai Land Department Launches Its Annual ‘Why Do We Keep It?' Campaign

This year's campaign is gaining momentum to coincide with the UAE’s ‘Year of Giving 2017’ initiative Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 24 April 2017: Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced that the ninth edition of its annual charity campaign – ‘Why Do We Keep It?’ – will run for five days from 7th to 11th May 2017 in cooperation with the Dubai Charity Association and the Youth Sports Club. The campaign encourages Dubai government employees, relevant stakeholders, public and private school students, and the public to donate items they no longer need for a good cause. Thanks to its proactive and forward-thinking organisation of the ......Read More

Monday, April 24, 2017
Sheikha Hoor Bint Sultan Al Qasimi: Sharjah Biennial at the Heart of Region's Cultural, Artistic Mov ...

REGION’S MOST POPULAR ART FESTIVAL NOW BOASTS AN INSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORK AND SHOWCASES BEST OF INTERNATIONAL TALENT SHARJAH/Sharjah Government Media Bureau, April 24, 2017 – HE Sheikha Hoor bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Art Foundation, has described Sharjah Biennial as an essential part of the artistic ......Read More

Monday, April 24, 2017

Sharjah Chamber Signs Certificates of Origin International Recognition Agreement

Aims at Enhancing Sharjah Exports Sharjah, 23 April 2017: Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry has signed an agreement with Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry in its capacity as the representative of the International Certificates of Origin Council, according to which CoOs issued by Sharjah Chamber will be awarded international recognition. The agreement aims to allow scaling of international commercial exchange, facilitating investments, and allowing national products to enter international markets. The agreement was signed at Dubai Chamber by His Excellency Khaled bin Butti Al Hajri, Director- General of SCCI, and Atiq Juma Faraj Nasib, Senior Director of Commercial ......Read More

Sunday, April 23, 2017

New Saudi report cites Dubai Courts as benchmark for further development of Kingdom's litigation pro ...

UAE, May 17, 2017- A newly released report from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has hailed Dubai Courts as a benchmark for the country's continuing efforts to further develop its litigation procedures. The report, which is entitled 'Provisions leading the litigants to a delay of the ruling,' was authored by His Excellency (H.E.) Dr. Khalid bin Abdulaziz bin Sulaiman Al Salman, Head Researcher of the Islamic Studies Department of the King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals. The commendation is the result of his recent visit to Dubai Courts to learn the standards, guidelines and mechanisms that it follows to raise the efficiency of its case management system, which ......Read More

Wednesday, May 17, 2017

DAFZA and IMA successfully hosts conference on emerging trends in Accounting, Technology and Leaders ...

UAE, May 17, 2017 - DAFZA (Dubai Airport Freezone Authority) in collaboration with IMA® (Institute of Management Accountants) successfully hosted a conference on emerging trends in accounting, technology, and leadership. The event, which was held at the DAFZA Business Centre, featured more than 10 regional and international experts that brought global and regional perspectives on topics such as digital finance transformation, Blockchain, Islamic and Social Finance, Cognitive Technologies, Corporate Governance, Leadership, and the International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS). The sessions were attended by leaders and key decision-makers from the private sector, ......Read More

Wednesday, May 17, 2017
UAE to participate in 9th International Economic Summit in Kazan

Abu Dhabi, 14 May 2017: The UAE will be participating in the 9th International Economic Summit in Kazan to be held in the Republic of Tatarstan from May 18 to 20, 2017 along with countries of the Russian Federation and Member States of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. The UAE delegation will be headed by H.E. Rashid bin Fahd, Minister of State, and will include H.E. Abdullah Al Saleh, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy for Foreign Trade and Industry Affairs, along with officials and representatives of various federal and local authorities. The Kazan summit is a leading international platform for facilitating economic dialogue between Russian and Islamic states. Over the ......Read More

Sunday, May 14, 2017

Dubai Courts reports 92 per cent rise in 2016 Customer Happiness Index

UAE, May 13, 2017- In yet another achievement, the Dubai Courts has reported a 92 per cent improvement in the level of happiness of its customers according to the ‘Fourth Generation of Government Excellence System’ recently released by the Dubai Government Excellence Program. The latest results are the outcome of the long-standing and painstaking efforts of the Dubai Courts to provide a comprehensive portfolio of high-quality initiatives. Such initiatives are aimed at quickening the process of smart transformation, paving the way to a more efficient case management system, better enforcement of judgments, and improved customer service quality. This is in line with the strategic ......Read More

Sunday, May 14, 2017

Expedition to scale live volcanic mountain in Tanzania to raise ‘epilepsy awareness'

Team from UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait are taking part in this initiative to help the cause of 65 million people suffering from this challenge around the globe, it is the 4th most common neurological condition Dubai, UAE, May 9th, 2017: Epilepsy warrior and adventure enthusiast, Medina Ilyassova, will lead a group of 12 people to Tanzania on a ‘Wild Lion Expedition’. In addition to many hikes, the group will be hiking to the summit of Oldonya Lengai “The Mountain of God” – a live volcano in Tanzania. It the only active volcano known to erupt carbonatite lava, a sensational discovery scientists made as recently as in the 1960s. Team from UAE, Oman, ......Read More

Tuesday, May 09, 2017

Dubai Courts receives newly introduced ‘Happiest Work Environment 2016' award at Dubai Government Ex ...

UAE, May 9, 2017- Dubai Courts’ successive achievements are a reflection of its steady commitment to excellence and keen determination to bring happiness to its customers and stakeholders. This has led to it winning the ‘Happiest Work Environment 2016’ award during the 20th Dubai Government Excellence Program (DGEP) recently held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Winning the newly introduced category demonstrated Dubai Courts’ unwavering effort to establish a work environment that promotes the spirit of innovation, creativity, happiness, and positivity. This move is in ......Read More

Tuesday, May 09, 2017
Ministry of Health & Prevention Undersecretary visits Shees Health Center in Sharjah

UAE, May 4, 2017- Dr. Mohamed Salim Al Olama, Undersecretary of the UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP), was accompanied by Dr. Youssif Al Serkal, Assistant Undersecretary for Hospitals Sector at MOHAP, on a recent visit to Shees Health Centre in Khorfakan, Sharjah. The visit aimed to determine the level of health services provided to the community and discuss their needs, in adherence with the ministry’s strategy to provide excellent health services while improving work systems and developing its facilities according to the best international standards. Al Olama was received by the Centre’s director and staff members. He noted his satisfaction with Shees Health ......Read More

Thursday, May 04, 2017

Ministry of Economy's Commercial Attaché office in Washington releases report featuring emerging com ...

Abu Dhabi, May 2, 2017: The Ministry of Economy's Commercial Attaché office in Washington, USA, has announced the release of a detailed report covering the growth of emerging companies in the UAE. The report, which was developed with the cooperation of the US - UAE Business Council, throws the spotlight on the opportunities, successes and attractions currently being offered in the UAE market--which includes attractive incentives, facilities and the most strategic places to invest in business. Also, featured in the report are success stories of companies established in the UAE that have managed to prove their mark in the global markets. The report, which is entitled ‘The ......Read More

Tuesday, May 02, 2017

DAFZA signs strategic MoU with Arab Federation of e-Commerce

UAE, April 29, 2017– The Dubai Airport Free Zone Authority (DAFZA) has revealed its participation as a key sponsor at the 2017 Seamless Middle East Summit, which will run from May 1 to May 2, 2017 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Center (DICEC). The event is a global platform that brings together the giants of e-commerce, e-payment and retail leaders. More than 10,000 officials, experts and 350 companies from 100 countries will participate in the event. The agenda of the event will include a series of seminars and round tables that will be conducted by DAFZA to review and discuss best practices and solutions in the e-commerce sector, particularly across future ......Read More

Sunday, April 30, 2017

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