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Dubai Health Authority officials to get leadership training

Second cycle of ‘Health Pioneers’ programme launched United Arab Emirates, Dubai, September 19, 2018: The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) launched today the second cycle of the ‘Health Pioneers’ training programme. The eight-month leadership programme will take place in collaboration with GE Healthcare. The previous cycle took place last year in collaboration with Mohammad Bin Rashid School of Government and more than 400 officials benefitted from the programme. HE Humaid Al Qutami, Director-General of the DHA, said: “In line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and ......Read More

Wednesday, September 19, 2018

Abu Dhabi Takes Top Spot in 2018 Safest Cities in the World Ranking

International indices place Abu Dhabi as the safest city in the world Abu Dhabi, 19, September 2018: Abu Dhabi has been named the safest city in the world for the second year running by Numbeo, a website that curates and collates data to develop the world’s largest user-contributed database about cities and countries ......Read More

Wednesday, September 19, 2018

New retirement visas likely to drive long-term inheritance planning for UAE expats

DIFC Wills Service Centre expects significant increase in Will registrations as residents protect their property and investments after retirement September 19, 2018 - Dubai, UAE: The head of the DIFC Wills Service Centre says he’s expecting a significant increase in the number of foreign residents registering new Wills as a result of the Government’s recently announced 5-year retirement visa. Sean Hird, Director of the WSC, says the retirement visa is the latest in a series of carefully calibrated Government legal initiatives to ensure that the UAE remains the GCC’s top destination for overseas investment. He believes that foreign residents and business owners who ......Read More

Wednesday, September 19, 2018

Dubai to host 13th IAMRA conference in 2018

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, September 19, 2018: Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, UAE Minister of Finance and President of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), the 13thInternational Association of Medical Regulatory Authorities (IAMRA) conference will take place from October 6-9 in ......Read More

Wednesday, September 19, 2018
The Dubai Business Women Council meets with the UN Assistant Secretary-General to discuss cooperatio ...

Dubai – 18 September 2018 The Dubai Business Women Council held discussions with HE Yannick Glemarec, UN Assistant Secretary-General and Deputy Executive Director for Policy and Programme in UN Women, who headed a delegation consisting of 20 representatives of various cultural and economic sectors, during a meeting Yesterday at the ......Read More

Tuesday, September 18, 2018

Volunteers from the UAE join hands with the community in Tasset Peulh village in Senegal to build a ...

Thirteen UAE-based volunteers join school-building mission in Senegal United Arab Emirates, Dubai, 17 September 2018: 60 Senegalese school children welcomed the promise of a new school in their community which is in the process of being constructed in the local community in Tasset Peulh village in Senegal, under the ......Read More

Monday, September 17, 2018

Sharjah's Recognition as ‘Accessible City for Physically Disabled' Hailed as Historic Step Towards E ...

Emirate to Be Declared ‘accessible City for Physically Disabled’ on October 31 at United Nations by World Federati0n of Disabled Dubai, UAE, September 15, 2018: Top officials and heads of various government entities have welcomed steps being taken by the United Nations recognising Sharjah as the “Accessible City for the ......Read More

Saturday, September 15, 2018

Sheikh Zayed, the First Falconer and Nature Protector

11th September, 2018-ABU DHABI-The first edition of the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) was hosted in Abu Dhabi in 2003, with the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, former UAE president honoring the event by visiting the exhibition. Sheikh Zayed then ordered that ADIHEX becomes an annual event and ......Read More

Tuesday, September 11, 2018
DHA launches 3rd edition of Bekom Naftakher (You Are Our Pride) initiative

The program aims to motivate DHA employees to excel in their jobs and join the authority’s drive in creating a first class medical system in Dubai. Employees who take part and excel in this program will be awarded. In 2017, DHA facilities served more than 4 million customers. UAE, Dubai, September 11, 2018: The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) launched the 3rd edition of Bekom Naftakher (Your are our Pride) initiative. This year’s initiative will focus on increasing employee satisfaction and happiness, the initiative includes more award categories to ensure a wider participation of DHA employees. It aims to encourage all DHA employees from ......Read More

Tuesday, September 11, 2018

DIHAD Offers a Ray of Hope to Syrian Children at ‘Mrajeeb Al Fhood' Refugee Camp in Jordan

Dubai – United Arab Emirates, 11 September 2018: Dubai International Humanitarian Aid and Development Conference and Exhibition – DIHAD, in cooperation with the UAE Red Crescent Authority and the support of the UAE Embassy in Jordan, launched earlier a humanitarian initiative to support the Syrian refugees in the Emirati- ......Read More

Tuesday, September 11, 2018

Majid Al Futtaim and UNICEF Partner to Help Send 1 Million Children to School by 2020

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 9 September 2018: Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) have announced their partnership to help send one million children to school by 2020. The two parties have ......Read More

Sunday, September 9, 2018

P&O Marinas Signs MoU with Dubai SME

Dubai – Sat. 8 September 2018: Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) subsidiary P&O Marinas signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Dubai SME. The agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, to boost mutual cooperation in introducing ......Read More

Saturday, September 8, 2018
Sharjah Authorities Vow Effective Steps to Check Accidents Involving Children in High-Rise Buildings

Call for Public-private Partnership to Enforce Greater Safety of Children; Stricter Compliance of Building Norms Dubai, UAE, September 05, 2018: Top Sharjah officials and heads of various government entities and departments who met Wednesday to discuss the recent tragic accidents of children falling off high-rise buildings ......Read More

Wednesday, September 5, 2018

The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi achieves Investors in People accolade

Abu Dhabi, 5 September 2018: The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has been awarded Investors in People (IIP) accreditation after achieving the standards set by the international people management organisation. In addition to the main IIP award, DCT Abu Dhabi also achieved Health and Wellbeing Silver ......Read More

Wednesday, September 5, 2018

UAE Visa-Free Entry Announced for Citizens of El Salvador

Dubai, UAE, August 30, 2018: Effective immediately, citizens of El Salvador are eligible for visa-free entry into the United Arab Emirates for stays of up to 90 days. Effective immediately, citizens of El Salvador are eligible for visa-free entry into the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for stays of up to 90 days. Travellers will receive an entry stamp upon arrival. Previously, nationals of El Salvador had to apply for a UAE visa prior to travel. How Fragomen can assist? Fragomen will continue monitoring the situation and will revert with additional information as developments occur. ...Read More

Thursday, August 30, 2018

Malabar Group offers INR 7 Crore to Kerala flood relief

Dubai, UAE, August 29, 2018: Malabar Group has announced a contribution of total 7 crore Indian rupees to the Kerala flood relief. The flood that swept away almost half of Kerala has cost many life and property. The overall loss is yet to be estimated, however honourable Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and government is leading a very ......Read More

Wednesday, August 29, 2018
Sharjah Xposure Unveils New Competition Categories

International Photography Festival Allocates Category For Government Staff, Says SGMB Director Allay SHARJAH, Sharjah Government Media Bureau, Aug 29, 2018 – Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB) has unveiled the details of the 2018 Xposure International Photography Festival, to be held from November 21-24, 2018 at Expo ......Read More

Wednesday, August 29, 2018

Emirati Women's Day

HE Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi: Dubai, UAE, August 28, 2018: We congratulate Emirati women on this occasion which has become a national day for celebrating their many achievements in all fields. Women have been essential in the establishment of the UAE and in its continuous ......Read More

Tuesday, August 28, 2018

Dubai Islamic Bank donates AED 5 Million for Kerala Flood Victims

Dubai, UAE, August 28, 2018: In response to the directives of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy ......Read More

Tuesday, August 28, 2018

Al Mazrouei: The UAE has provided women with all elements of support and opportunities

Sharjah, 28, August 2018: On the occasion of Emirati Women’s Day, HE Saud Salim Al Mazrouei, Director of Sharjah Airport International Free Zone Authority and Hamriyah Free Zone Authority, stated that the UAE has provided women with all elements of support and opportunities that has enabled them to attain remarkable achievements and expand their participation in the development of the UAE. Al Mazrouei said: “The Constitution of the UAE, the UAE vision 2021, the local government strategies, and the Emirati Citizen's Code of Values and Conduct have all focused on empowering women, developing their capabilities, and continuing to build on the achievements ......Read More

Tuesday, August 28, 2018
McDonald's UAE raises AED 320,000 for Emirates Red Crescent

As part of their joint cooperation Dubai, UAE, August 27, 2018: McDonald’s UAE has announced that it has raised AED320,000 from its Ramadan children’s books campaign in association with the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC). The sum includes the proceeds from the sales of children's social awareness and entertainment books, as ......Read More

Monday, August 27, 2018

Al Owais: the UAE's approach to empowering women is the ideal standard

Sharjah, 27 August 2018: HE Abdulla Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), stated that the UAE’s approach to empowering women in various fields is the ideal standard that helps women achieve their goals and reflects the cultural level that the UAE has achieved under the vision of the wise ......Read More

Monday, August 27, 2018

Dr. B. R. Shetty donates INR 4 Crores for the welfare efforts of the Kerala-flood-affected victims

Dubai, 25 August 2018: Dr. Bavaguthu Raghuram Shetty, Founder Finablr Group, and Chairman of Unimoni, UAE Exchange and NMC Healthcare met with Shri Pinarayi Vijayan, Honourable Chief Minister of Kerala, at Thiruvananthapuram today and handed over a cheque of INR 4 Crores in support of the ongoing relief and rehabilitation efforts in ......Read More

Saturday, August 25, 2018

Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University launches Smart Advising System based on technological innovatio ...

UAE, 11 September 2018 - As part of its pioneering efforts to adopt technological innovation and promote creative thinking for smart learning and the knowledge industry, Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) celebrated the launch of the Smart Advising System for its learners starting fall of 2018, reinforcing its position as the first university in the Arab World to adopt a new smart and innovating learning system that represents a key step in the path of smart learning, especially in the move to advise learners and helping them in a 24/7 interactive electronic environment. The university is the first in the region to create a smart learning system that will help learners choose the ......Read More

Tuesday, September 11, 2018
Group of HBMSU learners represent UAE in the largest global gathering of youth leaders in New York

UAE, 09th September 2018 - The Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) posted a new achievement in its quest for excellence and to provide the best opportunities for learners to acquire international expertise. Four of its learners recently took part in the 22nd session of ‘The Youth Assembly,’ which was recently held at the United Nations (UN) Headquarters in New York City to discuss the United Nations Sustainable Development Agenda 2030. The successful participation of the learners in ‘The Youth Assembly’ reflects the university's leadership in the move to invest in qualified human resources and to be a major contributor to the leadership of global ......Read More

Sunday, September 9, 2018

Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development successfully conducts Innovation Management Certification tr ...

Abu Dhabi, September 8, 2018: The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) successfully organized a two-day Innovation Management Certification (IMC) training course that ran from September 5 to September 6, 2018 at the Khalifa Innovation Center in Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi. The training program, which included three key modules that touched on various topics concerning innovation, was attended by 25 selected employees trained and coached to act as Innovation champions in Khalifa Fund. According to Khalifa Fund’s senior officials, the training program demonstrates their continuing support in the UAE's thrust towards innovation. The Fund maintains its belief that ......Read More

Sunday, September 9, 2018

Dubai FDI signs agreement with the city of Los Angeles to drive foreign direct investment

8 September, 2018 - In light of the growing focus on the Americas as a major source market for investment and trade into the UAE and in line with its commitment to strengthening cooperation between business communities to drive foreign direct investment (FDI) by reinforcing existing trade relations, the Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI) - the investment development agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai - announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the city of Los Angeles. The MoU was signed by Fahad Al Gergawi, CEO of Dubai FDI, and Stephen Cheung, President of World Trade Center Los Angeles on behalf of Los Angeles City for ......Read More

Sunday, September 9, 2018

UAE-Ghana Business Forum discussed opportunities for commercial and investment cooperation

Abu Dhabi, 6 September 2018: The UAE-Ghana Business and Investment Forum was held in Ghanaian capital of Accra recently, in the presence of representatives of several government agencies, investment entities, economic officials and businessmen from both countries. The forum, which represented an important step in furthering ties between the UAE and Ghana, discussed ways to strengthen existing relations and expand cooperation in key economic sectors of mutual interest. H.E. Abdullah Bin Ahmed Al Saleh, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy for Foreign Trade Affairs, who led the UAE delegation, said at the forum that the UAE-Africa bilateral relation is a crucial one, linked to ......Read More

Thursday, September 6, 2018
DMCA showcases Dubai's competitiveness at SMM 2018 in Germany

05 September 2018. Dubai, UAE: The Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) demonstrated the pioneering experience of Dubai and the competitive strengths of the local maritime community during its participation at the Maritime Shipbuilding, Machinery and Marine Technology (SMM) Exhibition, one of the largest technology and marine equipment exhibitions in Hamburg, Germany. Dubai was one of the world's top five in the International Shipping Centre Development Index (ISCD), making it the first Arab city to achieve this position in the maritime sector. The DMCA participated alongside the Dubai Chamber, the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), and government and private maritime ......Read More

Thursday, September 6, 2018

Dubai FDI announces India to be Dubai Investment Week 2018's guest nation

Dubai, 4 September 2018: Building on the UAE’s longstanding historical ties and robust bilateral relations with India, Dubai FDI - the investment development agency of Dubai Economy (DED) - announced that the South Asian country will be the guest nation of the upcoming fourth edition of the premier Dubai Investment Week (DIW), set to take place from October 7 to 11, 2018 in the emirate. In 2017 alone, 28 Indian projects worth USD 127.73 million were launched in the UAE, focused on retail and wholesale trade (25.0 per cent); accommodation and food services (14.3 per cent); software publishers (10.7 per cent); educational services (7.1 per cent); and administration and support ......Read More

Tuesday, September 4, 2018

Ministry of Health & Prevention announces Visiting Doctors Program for September 2018

UAE, 30 August 2018 - The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) announced the Visiting Doctors Program for September 2018, which provides consultation, diagnostic and therapeutic services to patients. Under the program, doctors will visit Fujairah, Khorfakkan, Saqr, Dibba, Al Dhaid, Masafi, Kalba, Al Qassimi hospitals to provide medical services in their various fields of expertise, which include shoulder bone surgery, pediatric cardiology, obstetrics and gynecology, neurosurgery, spine surgery, natural therapy, plastic surgery, interventional cardiology, pediatric neurosurgery, nephrology, pediatric nephrology, pediatric lung diseases and embryonic medicine. Dr. Hafeez Rehman, a ......Read More

Sunday, September 2, 2018

Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development celebrates Emirati Women's Day

Abu Dhabi, 28 August 2018: Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development celebrated the Emirati Women’s Day which is themed this year, ‘Women on the Course of Zayed’, coinciding with the Centennial of Zayed and the declaration of 2018 as the Year of Zayed by the UAE President His Highness Shaikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The UAE takes the 28th of August of each year as an occasion to celebrate UAE women in recognition of their achievements and significant contribution and effective role in the development of the society. Mrs. Mouza Al Nasri, Executive Director of Entrepreneurship Development at Khalifa Fund, delivered a speech and hailed the UAE women’s important ......Read More

Wednesday, August 29, 2018
Ministry of Health & Prevention celebrates Emirati Women's Day

UAE, 28 August 2018 - In recognition of Emirati women's contributions in the sustainable development and to appreciate and honor the active roles played by them in the nation's progress, the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) organized a celebration of the Emirati Women's Day under the theme ‘Women on the Course of Zayed.’ The event forms part of nationwide celebrations that recognize the success and achievements of Emirati women in all fields, thanks to the constant support and encouragement from the wise leadership. The event was attended by His Excellency Abdul Rahman bin Mohammed Al Owais, the Minister of Health and Prevention; Dr. Mohammed Salim Al Olama, ......Read More

Wednesday, August 29, 2018

Quote of Fahad Al Gergawi CEO of Dubai FDI

“The UAE has always placed a strong emphasis on equipping Emirati women with the knowledge and skills required to further add value to the nation's development. Women empowerment in the UAE began with the establishment of the union, with unlimited support from the Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who was a strong supporter of women. Through the introduction of exemplary women empowerment initiatives, the UAE aims to be among the top 25 countries in the world for gender balance by 2021. Women's participation in the UAE workforce today makes up 66 per cent of public sector employees with 30 per cent of them in leadership positions, while 46.6 per cent ......Read More

Tuesday, August 28, 2018

Abu Dhabi Government Contact Center carries out 3 million cases this year

Abu Dhabi, August 27, 2018: The Abu Dhabi Government Contact Centre has handled more than 900,000 calls this year, and its employees have successfully completed more than three million procedures that involve managing cases in the system, achieving 88 per cent of customer satisfaction. The Abu Dhabi Government Contact Centre, Abu Dhabi Government’s first integrated communication platform for its customers, has also achieved 100 per cent Emiratisation rate. The contact centre managed by Abu Dhabi Smart Solutions and Services Authority (ADSSSA) is one of the few governmental centers of its kind that offers a range of services and unique procedures in case management and quality ......Read More

Tuesday, August 28, 2018

Ministry of Health and Prevention successfully ends second edition of ‘Junior Chef' initiative on a ...

UAE, 19 August 2018 - The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) revealed that its ‘Junior Chef’ initiative successful completed its second phase on a high note—receiving overwhelming public response for its efforts to promote health awareness among children. Spearheaded by the Ministry’s Education and Health Promotion Department, the ‘Junior Chef’ program aims to stress on the importance of eating healthy food and educating the public, children most especially, about health alternatives. The activities related to the initiative were held in the presence of media and popular Emirati artists Abdullah Bouabid and Abdullah Al Juffali, from July 23 and ......Read More

Thursday, August 23, 2018

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Dubai Health Authority officials to get leadership training

Abu Dhabi Takes Top Spot in 2018 Safest Cities in the World Ranking

New retirement visas likely to drive long-term inheritance planning for UAE expats

Dubai to host 13th IAMRA conference in 2018

The Dubai Business Women Council meets with the UN Assistant Secretary-General to discuss cooperatio ...

Volunteers from the UAE join hands with the community in Tasset Peulh village in Senegal to build a ...

Sharjah's Recognition as ‘Accessible City for Physically Disabled' Hailed as Historic Step Towards E ...

Sheikh Zayed, the First Falconer and Nature Protector

DHA launches 3rd edition of Bekom Naftakher (You Are Our Pride) initiative

DIHAD Offers a Ray of Hope to Syrian Children at ‘Mrajeeb Al Fhood' Refugee Camp in Jordan

Majid Al Futtaim and UNICEF Partner to Help Send 1 Million Children to School by 2020

P&O Marinas Signs MoU with Dubai SME

Sharjah Authorities Vow Effective Steps to Check Accidents Involving Children in High-Rise Buildings

The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi achieves Investors in People accolade

UAE Visa-Free Entry Announced for Citizens of El Salvador

Malabar Group offers INR 7 Crore to Kerala flood relief

Sharjah Xposure Unveils New Competition Categories

Emirati Women's Day

Dubai Islamic Bank donates AED 5 Million for Kerala Flood Victims

Al Mazrouei: The UAE has provided women with all elements of support and opportunities

McDonald's UAE raises AED 320,000 for Emirates Red Crescent

Al Owais: the UAE's approach to empowering women is the ideal standard

Dr. B. R. Shetty donates INR 4 Crores for the welfare efforts of the Kerala-flood-affected victims

Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University launches Smart Advising System based on technological innovatio ...

Group of HBMSU learners represent UAE in the largest global gathering of youth leaders in New York

Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development successfully conducts Innovation Management Certification tr ...

Dubai FDI signs agreement with the city of Los Angeles to drive foreign direct investment

UAE-Ghana Business Forum discussed opportunities for commercial and investment cooperation

DMCA showcases Dubai's competitiveness at SMM 2018 in Germany

Dubai FDI announces India to be Dubai Investment Week 2018's guest nation

Ministry of Health & Prevention announces Visiting Doctors Program for September 2018

Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development celebrates Emirati Women's Day

Ministry of Health & Prevention celebrates Emirati Women's Day

Quote of Fahad Al Gergawi CEO of Dubai FDI

Abu Dhabi Government Contact Center carries out 3 million cases this year

Ministry of Health and Prevention successfully ends second edition of ‘Junior Chef' initiative on a ...