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UAE ministry launches third generation e-Dirham system

Abu Dhabi / WAM The Ministry of Finance (MoF) announced the launch of the Third Generation e-Dirham cards (e-Dirham G3), in cooperation with new government entities and national banks across the UAE. According to the ministry, these new cards facilitate the collection of state fees and revenues, make transactions more convenient, and give customers easier and safer e-payment methods when ...

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Emirates NBD signs deal with Israel’s Bank Leumi

Dubai / WAM Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa (Mena) region and Bank Leumi Le-Israel, one of Israel’s leading banks, signed an MoU. One of Israel’s longest-standing banks, Bank Leumi previously served as the central bank of Israel until 1954. It currently holds an approximate 30% market share in the Israeli banking system. The ...

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Growth opportunities within Islamic economy highlighted

DUBAI / WAM The Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (Dafza), has announced that it hosted a webinar to highlight the growth opportunities in the Islamic economy. The webinar took place after the launch of the second edition of the Halal Guidebook entitled ‘Dubai – A Global Gateway for Halal Industry: A Step-by-Step Guide’. The guidebook unveils key trends that will have ...

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SCI mobilises relief mission convoy to Sudan

Sharjah / WAM In implementation of the directives of HH Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, Sharjah Charity International (SCI) launched its Sudan Relief campaign which includes distributing packages of food, tents, and medical aid, to affected families through the Khartoum branch of SCI. The humanitarian campaign entitled “From Sharjah to Sudan” ...

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Abu Dhabi Ports Smart Container Initiative to cut emissions by 50%

Abu Dhabi / Emirates Business As part of its ongoing digital transformation drive, Abu Dhabi Ports has launched the Smart Container Initiative that will house its digital solutions in a resilient, safe and optimised eco-friendly mobile environment. Powered by clean energy, the solar-panelled steel and aluminium smart container uses environmentally friendly technologies such as in-row cooling, renewable energy and efficient ...

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Fewa wins three honours in 17th Stevie Awards

Abu Dhabi / WAM The Federal Electricity and Water Authority (Fewa) won three awards in the international business awards “The Stevies” in its 17th edition 2020, as it was announced on the award’s official website. High-achieving organisations and executives around the world have been recognised as Gold, Silver, and Bronze Stevie Award winners in the 17th Annual International Business Awards. ...

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ERC sends third aid aircraft to Khartoum

ABU DHABI / WAM A third Emirati aircraft carrying aid from the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) arrived in Khartoum to rescue people affected by the floods that hit many Sudanese states, as part of the current Emirati humanitarian aid programme aimed at reducing the effects of the floods. The aircraft carried medicines, medical equipment, food and shelter materials, which will ...

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DP World, Dubai Customs to explore trade links with Israel

DUBAI / WAM DP World, the leading global provider of smart end-to-end logistics solutions, and Dubai Customs will be exploring opportunities to develop trade links between Israel and the UAE, following the signing of a series of memorandums of understanding. Group Chairman and CEO of DP World Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem signed MoUs with DoverTower, a company owned by Shlomi ...

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UAE-Israel peace deal will revive Middle East peace process: FNC

Abu Dhabi / WAM Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of Federal National Council(FNC) has affirmed that the UAE- Israel Peace Accord is a historic step towards reviving the process of peace in the Middle East, and will guarantee the region’s security and stability. In a statement issued by the Council Ghobash said, “FNC stresses that the accord reflects the never-changing principles of ...

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Future readiness key to Dubai’s leadership in wooing FDI

Dubai / WAM Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI) an agency of Dubai Economy, is working closely with investors with the aim of enhancing the absorptive capacity of new quality investments that keep pace with global market trends and support sustainable economic growth in the emirate, said Fahad Al Gergawi, CEO of Dubai FDI and President of the World Association ...

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