Dubai /Emirates Business The 11th edition of The World Retail Congress began at Madinat Jumeriah for the second time on Tuesday, under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The three-day World Retail Congress brought together global retail leaders, providing them with an …
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Dubai / Emirates Business Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) partnered with Careem, the region’s leading ride-hailing app, leveraging technology to provide efficient ground transportation services that would offer a seamless visitation to the DWTC’s Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, the leading venue for the MICE sector in the region. Through the partnership, Careem will optimise their presence at …
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ABU DHABI / WAM UAE stock markets rose on Monday, led by a higher real estate sector, amidst high sentiments among companies and individuals alike. The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) rose for the second straight session supported by a hike in a number of real estate shares and Etisalat’s share which rose to AED17.95, thus edging towards the …
Read More »SHARJAH / WAM The aviation and tourism industry in the Middle East is set to be a driving force for the region’s economy, according to the 6th Arab Aviation Summit’s white paper report released on Monday. The region is expected to deliver a 5 percent growth, and connect an extra 258 million passengers to and from its airports by …
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Sharjah / WAM The Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), the FDI office operating under the Government of Sharjah, has announced the emirate’s total foreign direct investment is expected to exceed a record AED 1 billion by the end of the year – an anticipated growth of 15 percent on 2016. The figures are a massive testament to Sharjah’s focus …
Read More »Sharjah /Â WAM A report published by Explori, an exhibition industry insights provider, showed the United Arab Emirates has ranked 1st in the MENA region for organising and hosting exhibitions. The report results were revealed during a meeting held by the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry (UFI) at Expo Centre Sharjah. The meeting was presided by Saif Mohammed Al-Midfa, …
Read More »Dubai / WAM In yet a new sign of the stability of the UAE realty market, the 13th edition of the International Property Show (IPS) the Middle East’s biggest real estate sales platform, started in Dubai, showcasing property worth AED1 trillion, according to real estate sources. IPS is an innovative event held annually in Dubai for international and local companies …
Read More »Dubai / WAM The Council of Arab Economic Unity, a body of the Arab League, will organise the first Digital Economy Conference at the Dubai International Convention Centre, promoting the theme ‘Seamless e-Commerce’, on May, 1-2, under the patronage of HH Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior. It will provide …
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Dubai /Â WAM Expo 2020 Dubai unveiled on Monday the last major design in Al Wasl Plaza – an open space that combines breathtaking design, innovative technology and an intricate domed trellis incorporating a huge immersive projection experience. The plaza will be a unique space at the centre of the 4.38-square kilometre site that will make a dramatic impression on …
Read More »Abu Dhabi /Â WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, reviewed the achievements of the Presidential Camel Racing Team at Al Shahaniya Festival in Qatar and Al Wathba Festival 2017. This came when His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed received on Monday at Al …
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