Abu Dhabi / WAM Yousuf Ali Musaliam, Second Vice Chairman of Abu Dhabi Chamber, has received Dr Ron Malka, Director-General of the Ministry of Economy and Industry of Israel, accompanied by Amir Hayek, Ambassador of Israel to the UAE, and the diplomatic delegation at the chambers tower in Abu Dhabi to discuss boosting economic relations between businesses in Abu ...

  Ajman / WAM Ajman Free Zone reaffirms strong position as investment, business destination with 1,792 new companies in 2021 The Ajman Free Zone (AFZ) announced the results of its operational performance for 2021 and marked an increase in the number of registered companies by 1,792. The four percent growth attained by the AFZ compared to 2020 indicates the growing ...

  Abu Dhabi / WAM Edge, an advanced technology group for defence and beyond, unveiled Scorpio-B – the newest member of its series of unmanned ground vehicles (UGV) – on the first day of Umex 2022 currently underway at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (Adnec) until February 23. Designed to support military troops and security forces in the most ...

  Sharjah / WAM Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, has been named ‘Airline of the Year’ at the 2022 Air Transport Awards that took place in Athens, Greece with the participation of industry leaders. The winners of the Air Transport Awards were voted for by the readers of Air Transport ...

  ABU DHABI / WAM The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation issued a resolution on Monday to form a committee that will assess labour relations grievances presented by parties based on relevant resolutions issued by the ministry. This move is in implementation of a Federal Decree Law to regulate labour relations, ensure transparency and integrity in addressing the grievances ...

  DUBAI / WAM The Ministry of Interior announced an extension of its decision to ban drones and light sports aircraft covering owners, practitioners and enthusiasts until further notice, in coordination with the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA). The ministry stressed the importance of community members’ adherence to relevant instructions to protecting lives and properties from unsafe practices and noted ...

  Dubai / WAM The 21st edition of the Dubai World Dermatology and Laser Conference and Exhibition (Dubai Derma 2022) will be held in-person from February 27 to March 1 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Under the theme ‘Shaping the Future of Dermatology and Aesthetics,’ the event will provide a platform for industry players and professionals from across the ...

  DUBAI / WAM Etisalat announced winners of the second “SMB Awards 2021” at a grand gala event to recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements of small and medium businesses (SMBs) in the UAE. Faisal Al Hammadi, Assistant Under-Secretary for Entrepreneurship and SMEs, Ministry of Economy, attended the prestigious awards ceremony along with senior management from Etisalat joined by more ...

  Dubai / WAM Reducing food waste is the key to a brighter future for humans and the planet, panellists agreed at the World Majlis: The Value of Food session, held at Terra — The Sustainability Pavilion. Thought-leaders, visionaries, and changemakers came together as part of Expo 2020 Dubai’s Food, Agriculture and Livelihoods Week to exchange ideas on how to ...

  RAS AL KHAIMAH / WAM His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, has said that Ras Al Khaimah is taking deliberate steps to enhance its presence as a leading destination for hosting the most important sports competitions. His Highness pointed out that the events witnessed by the emirate during ...