DUBAI/WAM H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, today opened the 32nd edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), a leading global event for the travel and tourism industry, being held from 28 April to 1 May at the Dubai World ...

DUBAI/ WAM Issam Kazim, CEO of the Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DCTCM), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), said that Dubai tourism has enjoyed a 3% year-on-year growth during Q1 2025. “Whereas we have already come back in 2023 with record numbers, and it was a great year for us, 2024 saw a ...

DUBAI/ WAM Dubai has officially gained recognition as the first Certified Autism Destination in the Eastern Hemisphere – a designation which underscores a citywide effort to make the tourism proposition more accessible and inclusive for all residents and visitors. This achievement aligns with key priorities of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, by championing talent development, social inclusion, and quality of ...

DUBAI/ WAM The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), in cooperation with Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank, has launched the “Digital Wallet” as part of its digital services package aligned with the UAE’s strategy for comprehensive digital transformation of government services. The “Digital Wallet” allows corporate customers to make payments for MoHRE’s services and settle fees and financial obligations instantly. ...

ABU DHABI/WAM Elmer Schialer Salcedo, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Peru, emphasised that the relations between Peru and the UAE stand as a successful model of joint efforts to expand cooperation across vital sectors. In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), Salcedo highlighted that bilateral relations began in the 1990s and have since seen significant growth, ...

ABU DHABI/ WAM Borouge Plc on Monday announced a series of strategic asset expansion projects to accelerate its growth, contributing annually between $165 million and $200 million (AED600 million – AED730 million) in EBITDA. The company has awarded two major contracts aimed at boosting the nameplate capacity of its second ethane cracker (EU2) and the fourth and fifth polyethylene units ...

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE ADNEC Group has delivered the highest economic impact in its history, contributing AED8.5 billion to the UAE economy and surpassing the AED7.4 billion achieved in 2023. This milestone highlights the group’s growing role in driving economic growth and supporting the UAE’s strategic objective of building a diversified, knowledge-based economy. Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing ...

ABU DHABI / GULF TIME In a significant move towards sustainability, Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi has officially launched its in-house water bottling plant, which has been approved by the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA). Opened in January 2025, the new bottling room is set to eliminate 1,097,328 single-use plastic bottles per year from the hotel’s operations. The ...

SAUDI ARABIA / GULF TIME Step into the season of elegance with ECCO’s latest Ramadan collection — a perfect fusion of style, comfort, and timeless craftsmanship. Designed to accompany you through every occasion during the holy month, this beautifully curated collection blends contemporary aesthetics with ECCO’s signature innovation, ensuring comfort in every step. For women, the spotlight shines on the ...

DUBAI / GULF TIME In honor of Women’s Day, Arjaan by Rotana Hotel, in collaboration with JoinMe-Empower Her, organized The Giving Iftar, a tribute to exceptional women that blended empowerment with generosity. Held in collaboration with Thukhr Al Watan Charity Organisation, a non-profit organization committed to supporting vulnerable communities, the heartfelt gathering brought together 25 accomplished women from the community ...