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Evonik Launches Young Spirit School Campaign to Re-awaken Interest in Science

24 June 2017 Dubai, United Arab Emirate – Evonik, one of the world's leading specialty chemicals companies, recently launched in the Arabian Peninsula a school campaign aimed at re-awakening the interest in science. “We always look for ways to contribute to the communities that we operate in. This was the reason we ......Read More

Saturday, June 24, 2017

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Launches Humanitarian Accelerators

Accelerators dedicated to improving financial efficiency of humanitarian organisations; adapting advanced technology to serve the humanitarian sector. Dubai, UAE: 24 June, 2017: UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum today launched the Humanitarian Accelerators, a first ......Read More

Saturday, June 24, 2017

Dubai Customs salutes UAE's 1st global customs efficiency ranking

Dubai, UAE, 21th June 2017: Sultan bin Sulayem, DP World Group Chairman & CEO and Chairman of Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation highly applauded the UAE’s achievement of topping the world’s Efficiency of Customs Procedures Index at the annual report of the Global Competitiveness of 2017. The book is issued by the ......Read More

Wednesday, June 21, 2017

Al Rawdah donates over 70 tonnes of products to Dar Al Ber Charity

Marks Dubai’s Year of Giving by helping feed families throughout 2017 Dubai, UAE – June 21, 2017: Emirates Modern Poultry Co., also known as Al Rawdah, has donated over 70 tonnes of food products since the start of the year to Dar El Ber Society – an NGO that looks after families in need across the Middle East and ......Read More

Wednesday, June 21, 2017
Dubai Judicial Institute Strengthens International Ambassador Programme

Latest training course invited 104 MBA students to learn about Business Setup and the UAE’s judicial system in Dubai Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 20 June 2017: Dubai Judicial Institute (DJI) – the governmental entity that provides legal and judicial training in accordance with Dubai Government directives – has strengthened its Ambassador Programme “Safeer” by providing a training course for international students in collaboration with SP Jain School of Global Management. The day-long course was delivered by lecturer Mohammed Al Yafei, Project Manager of the Ambassador Programme and Legal Researcher at Dubai Judicial Institute. The course was attended by ......Read More

Wednesday, June 21, 2017

Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation Organizes Ramadan Majlis on Endowment in Year of Giving

Grand Mufti Dr Ahmed Al Haddad shares insights on maximizing potential of endowments as Guest of Honor at event Dubai-UAE: 21 June, 2017 – As part of its Year of Giving initiatives, the Department of Endowment Development at Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation (AMAF) organized a Ramadan majlis under the theme ‘Endowment and the Year ......Read More

Wednesday, June 21, 2017

G4S, in partnership with UAE Red Crescent, helps distribute free Iftar meals at Jebel Ali tents

DUBAI - June 21, 2017: G4S UAE, the world’s leading integrated security solutions provider, supported the UAE Red Crescent - Dubai to serve a total of 50,000 Iftar meals to labourers at three Ramadan tents in Jebel Ali industrial area during the holy month of Ramadan. The company has provided volunteers to serve free Iftar ......Read More

Wednesday, June 21, 2017

Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation Distributes 400 Iftar Meals Daily to Laborers through Holy Month

Dubai - UAE: 20 June 2017: As part of sustained efforts in line with the UAE Year of Giving and reflecting the spirit of solidarity during the Holy Month of Ramadan, Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation (AMAF) is distributing Iftar meals to laborers in select locations in Dubai in the vicinity of labor camps throughout the month. In ......Read More

Tuesday, June 20, 2017
Dubai Customs announces working hours of its centers during Eid Al-Fitr holiday

Dubai, UAE, 20th June 2017: Dubai Customs announced the official working hours at its customs centers during the Eid Al-Fitr holiday, to help individuals and companies clear their goods without any delay. Air customs centers at Dubai Cargo Village, Dubai Airport Free Zone- gate number (5), and Dubai Flower Center will work ......Read More

Tuesday, June 20, 2017

Dubai to Establish the World's First Collective Endowment Park

June 20, 2017 - Dubai, UAE:: The city of Dubai, which is renowned for interweaving innovation into its economic, commercial and cultural goals, is now blending it into charity. The city is working on the establishment of the first collective-endowment park in the world – the Endowment Park project which will be established by Dubai Municipality & Mohammed Bin Rashid Global Centre for Endowment Consultancy (MBRGCEC). The new park combines the business model of collective outsourcing (a concept that has been successfully used in many economic projects) with the concept of innovative endowment adopted by MBRGCEC. The Endowment Park will be established with the ......Read More

Tuesday, June 20, 2017

Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation Completes Distribution of Mir Ramadan to Underprivileged Familie ...

Initiative Helps Families Meet Daily Needs during Holy Month Dubai-UAE: 19 June, 2017 – In line with the UAE Year of Giving and reflecting the spirit of generosity and social solidarity that embodies the Holy Month of Ramadan, Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation (AMAF) has completed the distribution of Mir Ramadan donations to more than ......Read More

Monday, June 19, 2017

Dubai Outlet Mall and the UAE Red Crescent join hands to give free Eid clothing to 50 underprivilege ...

Dubai, June 19, 2017: Dubai Outlet Mall, the UAE Red Crescent Authority and Rawafed Centre joined hands this Ramadan to provide free Eid clothing and other items to 50 underprivileged children in the UAE. This is a part of Dubai Outlet Mall’s commitment to the ‘Year of Giving’ programme of 2017, announced by the UAE ......Read More

Monday, June 19, 2017
Jawaher Al Qasimi Calls on World Leaders to Further Efforts to Restore Peace

Her Highness’ call for action coincides with World Refugee Day 2017 Sharjah, 19 June 2017 Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, UNHCR Eminent Advocate for Refugee Children and Chairperson of the Big Heart Foundation (TBHF), has strongly urged world leaders to escalate all relief efforts to control the unprecedented global refugee crisis, restoring peace and stability in countries and regions affected by war and unrest. Her Highness’s call, which aims to double-up global efforts to end the plight of refugees and associated humanitarian tragedies that threaten the future of younger generations, coincides ......Read More

Monday, June 19, 2017

Khater Massaad's Former Georgian Chief Aide Found Guilty of Fraud in Georgia and Ordered to Return 9 ...

Khater Massaad appointed Gela Mikadze as CEO of Rakeen Georgia while he was CEO of RAKIA (Ras Al Khaimah Investment Authority). Mikadze has now been found guilty of serious fraud in the Tbilisi City Court, Georgia. On 16 June, Judge Maia Svianadze ordered Georgia Golf & Resort LLC, a company connected to Mikadze, to return land that he stole from Rakeen Georgia. The case revolves around 951 hectares of land in Mukhrovani that was bought by Mikadze on behalf of Rakeen Georgia. The land was bought in 2007 from a close associate of Mikadze for approximately GEL 27,200,000 (US$16,451,000), over 10 times the actual value of the land. Mikadze approved this deal and then through a web of ......Read More

Sunday, June 18, 2017

Emirates Youth Council launches Youth Circle forum titled “Youth and Volunteering”

18 June 2017, Dubai, United Arab Emirates: The Youth Circles Forum, held under the title "Youth and Volunteering" on Tuesday night, witnessed the launch of the Meet My Hero Campaign, which was born out of the close cooperation between the Emirates Youth Council and the Moral Education Committee. The forum focused on highlighting the most important topics associated with volunteering, in parallel to the launch by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, of the Year of Giving in 2017. The Meet My Hero Campaign aims to shed light on specific genuine and humanitarian Emirati and Arab values and showcase the importance of these values to society, ......Read More

Sunday, June 18, 2017

Schon Properties and Al Hamad Group of Companies offer Iftar for 700 labourers as part of Year of Gi ...

Dubai, June 18, 2017: Schon Properties, a leading private real estate developer in the UAE, and Al Hamad Group of Companies, the premier construction group, jointly organised an Iftar for 700 labourers working on construction of their joint venture, iSuites – a cluster of 2,550 branded hotel apartments project, with a development value exceeding Dh3.2 billion. This initiative comes part of the partners Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme as they both strengthen their CSR outreach in line with the spirit of the Year of Giving and the UAE government’s vision. The Iftar dinner programme was held at the Al Hamad Labour Camp – where the labourers ......Read More

Sunday, June 18, 2017
Minister of Climate Change and Environment Releasing 30,000 Fish in Marine Protected Areas in Dibba, ...

His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, is releasing several big sized (150 grams) Rhabdosargus sarba (Qabit) and finned black seabream (Sha’am) fish in the waters of marine protected areas in Dibba, Fujairah. The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment is collaborating with "Fish ......Read More

Saturday, June 17, 2017

PCFC organizes its Ramadan Suhur gathering

Dubai – 15 June 2017: The Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation held its Ramadan Suhur gathering to its staff in the presence of Sultan bin Sulayem, DP World Group Chairman & CEO and Chairman of Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation, and senior directors and heads of PCFC’s subsidiaries at Dubai World Trade Centre, ......Read More

Thursday, June 15, 2017

TIME banks on Al Shabab for Ramadan food donation

Dubai, UAE, June 14, 2017: UAE-headquartered TIME Hotels has embraced the spirit of giving by distributing 200 Iftar boxes to the needy through Al Shabab Al Arabi Club. The food bank donation is in line with the UAE’s Year of Giving campaign launched by UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The 200 boxes ......Read More

Wednesday, June 14, 2017

57 Young People of Determination Became du Volunteers to Mark

Zayed Humanitarian Day this Ramadan du invited students from the Rashid Centre, Mawaheb Centre, and the Tender Hearts Arena to experience the joy of giving at its Mawaed Al Rahman initiative #KindnessLivesOn Dubai, UAE, 14 June 2017: In celebration of Zayed Humanitarian Day in the Year of Giving, du invited young people of determination ......Read More

Wednesday, June 14, 2017
96 Takatof Volunteers bring joy to Children with Terminal Illnesses

Sponsored by Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation ABU DHABI, 14 June 2017: Emirates Foundation, an independent philanthropic organization set up by the Abu Dhabi government to facilitate public-private funded initiatives to improve the welfare of youth across the UAE, concluded its annual Ramadan Charitable Football Championship in ......Read More

Wednesday, June 14, 2017

Mohammed bin Rashid: UAE National Climate Change Plan Consolidates Efforts and Assures UAE's Role in ...

Cabinet Endorses the UAE National Climate Change Plan 2050, the 1st in the Region, Dubai-UAE: 14 June, 2017: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, announced on his Twitter account that the UAE Cabinet has endorsed during its meeting yesterday the National Climate Change Plan 2050, which aims to emphasize UAE’s proactive approach towards sustainable development, raise the quality of life across the country and identify priorities. It also aims to integrate efforts to bridge gaps and strengthen cooperation between the public and private sectors. His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, ......Read More

Wednesday, June 14, 2017

Dubai Electronic Security Center Signs a Memorandum of Understanding with University of Dubai

13 June, 2017 Dubai, UAE Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with University of Dubai to promote research in information security, telecommunications and information systems. The MoU was signed by H.E Yousuf Hamad Al Shaibani, Chief Executive Director of DESC and H.E Dr. Essa Mohammed Al ......Read More

Tuesday, June 13, 2017

EPG Offers Buses to Transport Iftar Meals This Ramadan in Sharjah

June 12, 2017 - Dubai, UAE Emirates Post Group, on its fifth year of participation in providing Iftar meals for the Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation's Ramadan Project, will provide transportation for collection and distribution Iftar Meals in Emirate of Sharjah. Mr. Sultan Al Midfa, CEO of the Postal Operations said: "EPG is ......Read More

Monday, June 12, 2017
Dubai Chamber Conference Marks UAE's Year of Giving

11/06/2017 Annual Dubai Dialogue conference highlights the role of public-private partnerships in supporting the UAE’s Year of Giving H.E. Al Mansoori: We are developing a more systematic CSR methodology through incentives, monitoring, and measurement indicators H.E. Buamim: Positive impact of CSR policies and strategies could be ......Read More

Sunday, June 11, 2017

In-line with Initiative of the Year of Giving

Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre visits Dubai Hospital to draw a smile on the faces of children June 11, 2017 Dubai United Arab Emirates In line with the initiative of the Year of Giving and its social responsibility, Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre employees and engineers visited the Pediatric Department at Dubai Hospital, aiming to ......Read More

Sunday, June 11, 2017

UAE-IAA Promotes Excellence in Internal Audit Practices in Government and Private Sectors

Nominations open for 3rd cycle of UAE-IAA’s ‘Best Practice in Internal Audit Award’ for all government and private sector entities Winners to be announced at the 7th Chief Audit Executive Conference in November this year Award encourages sharing best practices among organisations facilitating a better governed business ......Read More

Sunday, June 11, 2017

Dubai Outlet Mall celebrates Environment Day 2017 by planting saplings with kids from the community

To celebrate Environment Day 2017, the Dubai Outlet Mall (DOM) invited children from various schools to plant saplings along with the Mall Management around DOM to contribute towards conserving the environment. ...Read More

Sunday, June 11, 2017
Saudi Arabian Ministry of Commerce seizes fake printing supplies for HP printers in four raids

Intercepted counterfeits deliver setback against manufacturing and distribution of fake printing supplies Dubai, June 8, 2017: HP has announced multiple seizures of counterfeit printing supplies destined for HP printers. The company supported Saudi Arabian Ministry of Commerce officials, alongside the local police force, who confiscated more than 145,000 illicit items in separate actions. Between December 2016 and February 2017, the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Commerce conducted several raids at both warehouses and showrooms of four major counterfeiting syndicates. Some of those distributors were also involved in manufacturing counterfeit print supplies. In total, the ......Read More

Thursday, June 8, 2017

Dubai Customs organizes “Path of Happiness” training

Dubai, UAE 8th June 2017: Training Centre at Dubai Customs organized a training workshop entitled “Path of Happiness” which aims at raising awareness around happiness amongst Dubai Customs staff. Dr Shaikha Al Ghafiri, acting director of Dubai Customs' Training Centre pointed out that the training workshop is part of the ......Read More

Thursday, June 8, 2017

Salma Humanitarian Relief Program Launches Ramadan Campaign in Collaboration with TECOM Group, The D ...

His Excellency Tayeb Al-Rais: Endowment model is a viable solution to help victims of conflicts and natural disasters Dubai-UAE: 08 June, 2017: The Salma Humanitarian Relief Program, an initiative of the Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC) executed by Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation (AMAF), has announced the launch of its ......Read More

Thursday, June 8, 2017

UAE Research Program for Rain Enhancement Science meets leading researchers and influential policyma ...

Alya Al Mazroui, Manager of the UAE Research Program for Rain Enhancement: “Our meetings demonstrated that our Program has helped position the UAE as an international hub for the next generation science and technology needed to ensure our common water security” Dr Lawson, founder, SPEC Incorporated: “The UAE Research Program for Rain Enhancement Science is playing a major role in catalyzing the growth of the international networks needed to identify new frontiers in weather research” Abu Dhabi-UAE: 8 June, 2017: The UAE Research Program for Rain Enhancement Science has hosted a series of high level meetings with leading researchers and ......Read More

Thursday, June 8, 2017
Emirates Post Group stops all types of postal services to Qatar

Dubai, UAE, June 8, 2017: Emirates Post Group, upon instructions of the Government of the United Arab Emirates, has suspended all postal services to Qatar in all its postal offices in the UAE from June 6, 2017, or until further notice. This decision also includes advising all customers that apart from temporarily stopping the delivery of mail items to the State of Qatar, all undelivered items will also be returned with corresponding postal fees according to the procedures and regulations. ...Read More

Thursday, June 8, 2017

Abu Dhabi Fund for Development Launches ‘My Community' Volunteer Programme

His Excellency Mohammed Saif Al Suwaidi: Programme is in line with the objectives and pillars of the Year of Giving ‘My Community’ programme aims to foster culture of volunteerism Abu Dhabi-UAE: 7 June, 2017: Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD), in a bid to enhance civic responsibilities, and instil a spirit of social solidarity and volunteerism within the community, today launched its ‘My Community’ programme, as part of the Fund’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) mandate. In addition to strengthening the principles and values of volunteerism across the Fund’s departments, the ‘My Community’ programme also aims ......Read More

Wednesday, June 7, 2017

Customs World showcases Dubai Customs experience to Ghani Vice-President and Officials

Customs World takes part in Port Efficiency Conference in Ghana Dubai, UAE 7th June 2017: In a step to develop relations with Ghana and to build up more momentum towards an official business partnership, a delegation from Customs World, a subsidiary of Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC), has recently visited the Republic of ......Read More

Wednesday, June 7, 2017

Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry Reaches a Record of 66 Thousand Registered members by End o ...

1607 new registers in the first quarter Sharjah, June 7th, 2017: Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry has revealed that the the number of its registered members has reached a new record of 66,295, after registering 1607 new companies in the first quarter of 2017. The new record is a new testimony of the attractive investment environment Sharjah offers. Total number of new and renewed memberships has reached 16,799 by the end of the quarter, compared to 16,132 year-on-year, recording a growth rate of 4%. His Excellency Abdullah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, commented that the new registration reflects the confidence investors ......Read More

Wednesday, June 7, 2017
Choithrams partners with Unilever to celebrate World Environment Day on June 5

This year’s awareness drive will focus on water conservation and protection of the environment Dubai, UAE, June 6, 2017: Choithrams in association with Unilever celebrates World Environment Day on June 5 for the 4th consecutive year.With rapid development and change in the UAE, awareness on sustainability has become more important ......Read More

Tuesday, June 6, 2017

Dubai Free Zones Council Approves Joining Taqdeer Award, Supports 10X Initiative

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum Chairs Sixth Council Meeting Dubai-UAE: 6 June, 2017: In his capacity as Chairman of the Dubai Free Zones (DFZ) Council, His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and Chairman of Emirates Group, presided over the sixth council meeting, held at the Executive Council Office in the Emirates Office Tower. The meeting approved proposals for DFZ Council to join the Taqdeer Award and support the Dubai leadership’s 10X Initiative. The session kicked off with a brief about the Taqdeer Award that recognizes companies for their progressive labor policies and seeks to inspire them to ......Read More

Tuesday, June 6, 2017

Proven Saudi Arabia Advises on the Political Withdrawal from Qatar

Dubai, UAE, June 6, 2017: Proven Saudi Arabia, the leading business support provide for the KSA provides insight to businesses operating within Saudi on the effect to working processes after the announcement of the diplomatic withdrawal from Qatar. Proven SA confirms that Qatari nationals in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, will now need to take actions to leave the country within 14 days. Despite the severance of ties, Saudi Arabia, according to Al-Arabiya English, said it would provide all facilities and services needed by Qatari pilgrims who are currently in the Kingdom. The 14-day directive asking Qataris to leave does not affect Qatari pilgrims currently in the ......Read More

Tuesday, June 6, 2017

Americana Foods and Ekhaa Society collaborates on 2,000 Iftar meals to orphans in Ramadan

Jeddah, KSA, 6 June, 2017: Americana Foods, is distributing 2,000 Iftar meals and gifts to underprivileged children during the holy month of Ramadan to orphanages around Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, as part of the charitable partnership between Americana Foods and Ekhaa for Orphans Care Society. Every Friday, during the Ramadan period, over ......Read More

Tuesday, June 6, 2017
Al Manar Model School Students join McDonald's UAE and the Emirates Environment Group in an effort t ...

Dubai, UAE - 05 June, 2017: McDonald’s UAE, with the support of the Emirates Environmental Group (EEG), continues its efforts to implement its ‘Planting a Greener Future’ campaign in order to build a more environmentally conscious community. McDonald’s UAE and EEG have partnered with Al Manar Model School in Sharjah ......Read More

Monday, June 5, 2017

Statement Attributed to His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Climate Change and ...

(June 5, 2017) On the occasion of World Environment Day, celebrated on June 5 every year, His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, said: “The changes in people’s relationship with nature in recent decades, including the intensive exploitation of nature’s resources beyond its ......Read More

Monday, June 5, 2017

#I'mWithNature - Green Hope's campaigns for World Environment Day

Our youth organisation, Green Hope Foundation, celebrated World Environment Day with a multitude of youth actions showing our support for the environment. As Future Generations, we believe that it is our responsibility to take actions, TODAY, and create a future that is equitable and sustainable . We need to celebrate World Environment Day ......Read More

Monday, June 5, 2017

Dubai Sat-2 captures satellite image of The Great Mosque of Mecca

Celebrating the Holy Month of Ramadan Dubai, UAE, June 4, 2017: Celebrating the Holy Month of Ramadan, DubaiSat-2, a satellite owned and operated by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) captured a satellite image of The Great Mosque of Mecca in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. DubaiSat-2 captures high resolution satellite images (1 ......Read More

Sunday, June 4, 2017
Climate outcast Trump surrenders US global leadership - Greenpeace

Amsterdam, June 4, 2017: Denouncing Trump’s decision to abandon the Paris Climate Agreement, Greenpeace International said the decision would cost the US its global leadership position and its share of the economic benefits of the clean energy transition. Jennifer Morgan, Greenpeace International Executive Director, said: “Withdrawing from the Paris Agreement will turn America from a global climate leader into a flat earth society of one. It is a morally-bankrupt decision that Trump will come to regret. Global climate action is not a legal or political debate, it is an inescapable obligation to protect people and planet. “Trump is surrendering US global ......Read More

Sunday, June 4, 2017

OMO and Comfort launch the 8th year of “Share a Touch of Love this Ramadan” Initiative in partnershi ...

Dubai, UAE, June 3, 2017: OMO and Comfort have been global household names for decades, helping mothers care for their families by ‘sharing an extra dose of love’. This Ramadan, the iconic brands are back again with their annual community clothes donation drive, for the eighth year in a row, across the UAE in partnership with ......Read More

Saturday, June 3, 2017

Tips for a Safe Ramadan 2017 from Ministry of Interior

Our Safety in Ramadan The Home is the most important place where the family members feel more safety and stability. But, there are several possible hazards that may lead to the occurrence of accidents for many reasons such as ignorance and not taking care of prevention and safety measures in the houses in general, and during the holy month ......Read More

Wednesday, May 31, 2017

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum Launches Dubai Smart City Accelerator at Dubai Silico ...

Aims to accelerate 40 ventures over three years at total cost of AED18.4 million Accelerator will be operated by world-renowned Startupbootcamp DSOA, du, Smart Dubai, Dubai Chamber, Visa, Orange Business Services, and RIT join hands to fund accelerator Dubai-UAE: 31 May, 2017 – His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), today launched Dubai Smart City Accelerator – the first of its kind in the MENA region – within DSOA’s wholly owned Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Centre (Dtec), the largest hub of its kind in the Middle East. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed also launched the ......Read More

Wednesday, May 31, 2017
Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre Announces Record Progress Across 75% of Initiatives in H1 2 ...

His Excellency Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri: Updated Islamic economy strategy foresees changes and promotes a sustainable investment culture Board approves new 2017 initiatives Dubai-UAE: 31 May, 2017 – His Excellency Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of the Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC), announced that remarkable progress has been achieved in three strategic sectors of Islamic economy – Islamic finance, halal trade and industry, and Islamic lifestyle. He noted that among the objectives of DIEDC’s updated strategy for 2017-2021 are consolidating Dubai’s status as the global capital of Islamic ......Read More

Wednesday, May 31, 2017

Al Noor Alumnus, Received an Award at the Dubai Government Excellence Program Awards in the Category ...

29 May 2017. Dubai, UAE – Recognized for his hard work and unique skills, Mohammed Febin Basheer an Alumnus of Al Noor Training Centre received an award from His Highness Shaikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the U.A.E. and Ruler of Dubai. The Award was from the “Dubai Government Excellence ......Read More

Tuesday, May 30, 2017

Ministry of Climate Change and Environment Confirms 99% Compliance with Regulation on Fishing and Tr ...

Dubai-UAE: 30 May, 2017: The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) confirmed 99 percent compliance of fishermen with the Ministerial Decision No. 501 of 2015 on the regulation of fishing and trading of Arabian sheri (emperor fish) and safi (rabbitfish) during the breeding season. This year, the nation-wide compliance levels improved by one percent overall, compared to 98 per cent in 2016, indicating increased awareness and continued commitment among fishermen to the federal legislation for the protection and development of fisheries and promotion of sustainability. Engineer Saif Mohammed Al-Shara, Assistant Undersecretary of the External Audit Sector at ......Read More

Tuesday, May 30, 2017

Emirates Post Group Launches ISO 9001:2015 Project

May 30, 2017 - Dubai, UAE Emirates Post Group recently launched its Quality Management System (QMS) project in accordance with the ISO 9001:2015 standard, in the presence of the Group's leadership team, as part of its strategy of adopting best international practices in quality management and raising the levels of customer ......Read More

Tuesday, May 30, 2017
Bee'ah Launches New Tech Company EVOTEQ at SAP Innovation Day

Bee’ah Reveals New Ventures and Partnerships at SAP event SMARTTRACK app to combat counterfeit medicines revealed Memorandum of Understanding signed with SAP and EOH Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, May 29, 2017: Bee’ah, Sharjah’s pioneering environmental management company, has announced the launch of a new ......Read More

Monday, May 29, 2017

Selected Post Offices Will Open Until 6 pm During Ramadan

Dubai, MAY 29, 2017: Emirates Post Group announced that the official working hours during the holy month of Ramadan will be from 9 am to 2 pm; however, selected post-offices will observe extended working hours until 6 pm, from Saturday to Thursday, except Friday. The extended working hours in selected post offices are in response to the needs of the public in this holy month and form part of EPG’s efforts to provide postal and non-postal services to customers for longer hours. Among the post offices that will be open until 6pm in the 1st Postal Zone are: Abu Dhabi Central Post Office, Hamdan Post Office, Airport Post Office, Mussafah, Al Falah, Bani Yas, Tourist Club, ......Read More

Monday, May 29, 2017

Dubai Health Authority Adopts Two Smart Technologies That Aim to Protect New-Borns

Dubai, UAE, May 28, 2017: The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has started implementing two state-of-the art technologies that aim to protect the safety of new-borns in Dubai and Latifa hospital. The first system adopted aims to protect the new-borns by technologically linking them with their mothers and the hospital so that if someone attempts to move the baby without authorization the mother and hospital will be alerted. The second system adopted on the other hand aims to monitor the oxygen levels in the child’s blood and alert the mother, and staff if the oxygen levels drop below the normal rate. His Excellency Humaid Al Qatami Chairman of the Board and Director ......Read More

Sunday, May 28, 2017

Dubai Metro and Tram timings during Ramadan 2017

The RTA have announced new timings for metro amd tram services during Ramadan 2017. These timing will be applicable from 27th May to 25th June 2017. The Metro and Tram timing for EID holidays will be published once available. Red Line Metro Ramadan Times 2017 Sunday 5.30am to 12am Monday 5.30am to ......Read More

Saturday, May 27, 2017
UN Under Secretary General discusses Urban Sustainability with UPC

Abu Dhabi, 27 May, 2017: A senior representative from the United Nations (UN) met with Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council (UPC) this week to discuss the global issue of rapid urbanisation and its impact on communities, cities, economies, climate change and policies. H.E. Falah Al Ahbabi, Director General of the UPC, met with Dr. Joan Clos, UN Under-Secretary-General and UN-Habitat Executive Director, to explore possible solutions for challenges faced by urban areas around the world. They discussed the UPC’s best practice on strategies for sustainable urbanisation, such as its successful implementation of the Estidama Pearl Rating System – a mandatory requirement ......Read More

Saturday, May 27, 2017

Bee'ah and Masdar Launch Joint Venture to Develop the First Waste-to-Energy Plant in the Region

Emirates Waste to Energy Company to treat 300,000 tonnes of municipal solid waste (MSW) with its first facility. Signing of waste supply and power purchase agreements for WTE facility witnessed by HE Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, May 27, 2017: Bee’ah, the country’s leading environmental management company, and Masdar, Abu Dhabi’s renewable energy company, have formally established the joint venture Emirates Waste to Energy Company (EWEC) to develop waste-to-energy plants across the region, it was announced today. In line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad ......Read More

Saturday, May 27, 2017

Safety Tips from Civil Defense

Safety at Home: When leaving the house for a long time, ensure to close the cooking gas cylinder, turn off all electrical appliances and close the windows and doors tightly. Please close the faucets and open some sources of ventilation to protect the walls of the house from cracking, especially during the summer. Make continuous maintenance of important equipment and devices at home, especially in the kitchen, including gas cylinders, electrical wires, air conditioners and other devices in order to avoid fire breakout. Misuse of gas cylinders may risk your life and the lives of the dearest people to you, so please keep the gas cylinder in a safe place and away from the sun and ......Read More

Saturday, May 27, 2017

DIFC Wills & Probate Registry welcoming the team from the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department

Dubai, UAE, May 27, 2017: DIFC Wills & Probate Registry welcoming the team from the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department tasked with the planning and set up for a wills registry covering assets held in Abu Dhabi by non-Muslims. Discussions focused on understanding how the Dubai Registry could serve as a model for rules, infrastructure, ......Read More

Saturday, May 27, 2017
Abu Dhabi Fund for Development Finances 31 Projects in Jordan Worth AED5.7 Billion

His Excellency Mohammed Saif Al Suwaidi: Funded projects in line with Jordanian government’s development objectives Abu Dhabi-UAE: 27 May, 2017 – Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) and the Government of Jordan have enjoyed close ties dating back to 1974. Their constructive cooperation aims to achieve sustainable development goals in vital economic sectors that benefit the Jordanian population. In a report issued by ADFD to mark Jordan’s 71st Independence Day, the Fund announced that by end-2016, it provided financing for 31 development projects with a cumulative value of AED5.7 billion through government grants and concessionary loans. The projects covered ......Read More

Saturday, May 27, 2017

Dubai Customs Helps 300 Families in Ramadan

Dubai, UAE 27th May 2017: Following the leadership’s wise directives and vision of turning 2017 into a year for giving and selflessness, and as part of its CSR efforts, Dubai Customs’ CSR Section launched Ramadan Giving Initiative, which will help needy families throughout Dubai. The initiative will target 300 needy families in ......Read More

Saturday, May 27, 2017

Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation Organizes Umrah Trip for 11 Orphans

Foundation collaborates with Department of Awqaf – Sharjah, in line with ‘Making Orphans Happy’ initiative Dubai-UAE: 27 May, 2017 – In line with the Year of Giving initiative launched by the UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation (AMAF) ......Read More

Saturday, May 27, 2017

Ministry of Health and Prevention chairs second meeting of Board of Trustees of the pharmaceutical S ...

UAE, June 17, 2017 - H.E. Dr. Amin Hussein Al Amiri, Assistant Undersecretary for Public Health Policy and Licensing of the Ministry of Health and Prevention and chairman of the pharmaceutical board of trustees in UAE, chaired the recently held second meeting of the Board of Trustees of the pharmaceutical sector. Executives from local and international pharmaceutical company attended the meeting, in addition to local drug distributors, executives from private pharmacy chains, Ministry and local health authority’s officials. H.E. Dr. Al Amiri said that the Board of Trustees was formed in pursuant of Ministerial decree No. 158 of 2017. Following the directives of the Minister of ......Read More

Sunday, June 18, 2017
UAE ranked 1st among Arab Countries & 35th worldwide in Global Innovation Index 2017

Jumps six places from 2016, achieves one of the highest growth rates among top tier innovative countries Sultan Al Mansoori: ‘New achievement strengthens status of the UAE as a leading regional and international economic destination’ ‘Result reflects magnitude of ambitious national efforts to make the UAE a global hub for innovation’ ‘Innovation is the focus of national economic development and building strategic partnerships with different countries’ Hussein Al-Hammadi: ‘We adopt the best practices of innovation in education to make the state a platform for scientific research and innovators’ Reem Al Hashimi: ‘The result ......Read More

Sunday, June 18, 2017

‘Art of Giving' Opens Under Kind Patronage of H.E. Sheikha Wafa bint Hasher Al Maktoum at FN Designs

As part of her CSR initiatives, H.E. Sheikha Wafa Hasher Al Maktoum announced the opening of a new exhibition ‘Art of Giving’ at FN Designs. The show not only brings together works of over 20 local artists but also has a special contribution from one of India’s most acclaimed fashion designer Ritu Kumar. The various artists have collaborated together to donate one of their most outstanding pieces to the exhibition and funds raised from the sale of the artworks will be used to provide assistance to people in need. The exhibition will run until July 31, 2017 at FN Designs and the items on display can be purchased by both individuals and corporate companies. H.E. ......Read More

Wednesday, June 14, 2017

DED- Ajman seizes 158,415 counterfeit auto parts in Al Helio

UAE, June 13, 2017 - The Department of Economic Development – Ajman’s (DED – Ajman) Directorate Control and Consumer Protection recently seized a total of 158,415 counterfeit car parts from 14 international brands in Al Helio area. The DED- Ajman and Ajman Police discovered the fake auto parts in a joint operation carried out to secure consumer markets, combat commercial fraud, and protect consumer rights. Aside from the confiscation of the counterfeit products, legal action is being pursued against the violators. Mohammed Al Kutbi, Director of DED – Ajman’s Directorate Control and Consumer Protection, said: “The Department is fully committed to taking ......Read More

Tuesday, June 13, 2017

Sharjah Youth Engage in tree plantations for World Environment Day, 2017

Our Earth is being ravaged under constant stress from the ever increasing population and pollution. Planting trees is still one of the best ways for people to overcome environmental hazards. The youth possess a great potential and spirit to change society. They can change any calamity into an opportunity. All they need is proper guidance and encouragement. A group of environmental enthusiasts under the leadership of Humaid Habeeb's, engaged in a tree planting activity with the support of hotel Holiday International Sharjah and Marbella Resorts Sharjah. The event saw over 80 students from different schools actively planting nearly 150 saplings in the hotel premises. The event was ......Read More

Monday, June 5, 2017
Senior delegation led by Brazilian Agriculture Minister successfully completes four-nation visit to ...

UAE, June 5, 2017- His Excellency (H.E.) Blairo Maggi, Brazilian Minister of Agriculture, successfully completed his visit to the GCC, throwing the spotlight on the high quality of Brazilian goods, especially agriculture and livestock, as well as drawing interest from potential investors. Maggi was accompanied by a delegation composed of senior government officials, multinational companies, and leading private sector organizations such as the Arab-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce (ABCC). The Brazilian delegations stops included Kuwait, followed by Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar. According to recent statistics, Saudi Arabia emerged the fourth biggest importer of agriculture and livestock ......Read More

Monday, June 5, 2017

The Ministry of Economy raise awareness of the private sector on European's General Data Protection ...

Abu Dhabi, May 29, 2017: The Ministry of Economy has emphasized its commitment towards raising the awareness of the UAE’s private sector regarding the latest policies, legislations and administrative procedures adopted by the international community and trading partners. Through this, the Ministry aims to develop a new and integrated outlook on international markets inclusive of their current challenges and opportunities. This supports the declaration set by the European Union (EU) regarding competent authorities, in addition to the European Parliament, the Council of the European Union, and the European Commission, to protect public data and enforce the General Data ......Read More

Tuesday, May 30, 2017

Supreme Legislation Committee organizes workshop to address legislative challenges and opportunities

UAE, 27 May 2017- The General Secretariat of the Supreme Legislation Committee in the Emirate of Dubai (SLC) hosted a workshop titled ‘The Legislative Laboratory’ attended by representatives from the Dubai Government. The event was in line with the General Secretariat’s efforts to enhance government integration and support the development of a consolidated legislative system according to the emirate’s sustainable development policies. The workshop was held under the supervision of Mr. Omar Khalifa Al Suwaidi, Acting Assistant Secretary General and Director of the SLC’s Strategy and Organisational Excellence Office, along with General Secretariat ......Read More

Sunday, May 28, 2017

Ajman's Department of Economic Development & Municipality & Planning Department collaborates to stan ...

UAE, May 27, 2017 – The Department of Economic Development – Ajman’s (DED – Ajman) Directorate of Control and Consumer Protection recently held a meeting with the Municipality and Planning Department – Ajman (MPD – Ajman) and advertising companies to adopt a unified and clear mechanism for organizing advertising activities that supports the emirate’s sustainable development. The gathering gave approval to the formation of the working group to determine the requirements, policies and standards to regulate advertising activities and develop proposals that reflect positive image of Ajman. Mohammed Masood Al Kutbi, Director of DED – ......Read More

Sunday, May 28, 2017
DAFZA hits 62 per cent of total annual sales target and posts 31 per cent growth in registered compa ...

UAE, May 27, 2017– The Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) performed exceptionally well in Q1 2017, achieving 62 percent of its total annual sales target. This was accompanied by an increase of 7 per cent in sales revenues over Q1 2016. The freezone also posted a significant 31 per cent growth in the number of its registered companies, as compared to the same period in 2016, noting a 16 per cent rise in the number of multinational businesses, such as Fujikura, Global Sources, Armasal, Blue Star, Markolin and others. The positive financial results showed a significant increase in the demand for office space. The growth of leased office space reached 35 per cent with leased light ......Read More

Sunday, May 28, 2017

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