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Ajman / WAM Representatives of the Ajman Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Consulate of Zambia discussed joint economic cooperation and various investment opportunities available to both sides, in a bid to increase the value of trade and promote partnerships between investors from Ajman and Zambia. The chamber was represented at the meeting by Salem Al Suwaidi, Director-General of the ...

Sharjah / WAM A study by the Expo Centre Sharjah on the reality of the global exhibitions sector and the prospects amid the repercussions of the Covid-19 pandemic has shown that 74 percent of those participated in the study underlined that virtual shows are seen as important complementary to the physical exhibitions, while 60 percent said that online exhibitions will ...

Dubai / WAM Dubai’s real estate market witnessed transactions worth AED72.5 billion in the first half of 2020, despite the impact of the global Covid-19 outbreak, according to a report issued by the Dubai Land Department (DLD). The figures indicate that Dubai’s real estate sector is gradually returning to normal, driven by the stimulus packages and initiatives launched by the ...

Abu Dhabi / WAM Inspired by the UAE Leadership’s vision and commitment to overcome the pandemic through a global collaborative effort, the Abu Dhabi Health Services (Seha) has started conducting new clinical trials for phase III of inactivated vaccine to combat Covid-19. The trials are being conducted under the supervision of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, and in ...

DUBAI / WAM The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) and Siemens have organised a technology talk titled “Scenario 2030” where both sides discussed innovations and technologies of the future in the energy sector. These included energy storage, artificial intelligence, smart grids, and energy efficiency among other topics. The meeting supports long-term strategic partnership between Dewa and Siemens for over ...

DUBAI / WAM Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) in collaboration with the Dubai Future Council for Transportation, launched a report spotlighting the future of the transportation sector. The report makes a business case for investing in autonomous driving, advanced transport infrastructure, and strengthening cargo delivery through leveraging cutting-edge technology and innovation. Furthermore, the report underscores the importance of enhancing the human ...

ABU DHABI / WAM Aldar Properties announced the opening of Soul Beach, a new leisure destination at the Mamsha Al Saadiyat community for UAE residents and international visitors alike. Overlooking the blue waters of the Arabian Gulf, Soul Beach will feature a 1km beach with pristinely manicured sands, a 400m swimming zone, 400 parasol-flanked sunbeds and a unique refreshment concept ...

Dubai / WAM A report issued by the Business Registration & Licensing sector of Dubai Economy highlighted the most popular areas across the city for setting up new business. As per the report, five areas account for 43.7 percent of the total new business licences issued during the first half of this year. Dubai Economy had issued 16,826 new business ...

Dubai / WAM Sharjah Charity International (SCI) distributed 9,200 meals to workers in July, of which 5,200 meals were distributed, as part of SCI’s many projects that it implements. Abdullah Sultan bin Khadim, Executive Director of SCI, highlighted that this project is one of the many humanitarian initiatives, in which SCI carries out its supporting role in the community by ...

Dubai / WAM Dubai Customs has completed 452,300 insurance refund requests with a value of AED3.2 billion in H1 2020, according to the latest statistics from the Refund and Maqasa Department at Dubai Customs. The smart Insurance Refund Portal helps clients submit their claims 24/7, which saves their time and reduces cost on them. Dubai Customs has gone far in ...