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DUBAI / WAM The Commercial Compliance and Consumer Protection (CCCP) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED) saw a 23 percent increase in consumer complaints during the first half of 2018, compared to the same period last year as more consu-mers came forward and raised their concerns with the authorities as well as the merchants. The CCCP, while continuing ...

Abu Dhabi / Emirates Business The Department of Culture and Tourism — Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Airbnb, the online community marketplace which provides access to millions of unique accommodation and Experiences around the world, have teamed up to promote the UAE capital’s offerings. DCT Abu Dhabi’s already established Emirati Experiences initiative offers visitors to the emirate a selection ...

DUBAI / WAM The Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai has issued the first licence in Chinese and Arabic to one of the investors from the Republic of China. This is in line with the latest strategic partnerships betw-een the UAE and China to strengthen bilateral cooperation in economic, investment and trading sectors. The issuance of the Chinese licence ...

Dubai / WAM The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts have partnered with Smart Dubai to create the world’s first Court of the Blockchain. Building on existing dispute resolution services, the alliance will initially explore how to aid verification of court judgments for cross-border enforcement. The partnership is the first step in creating a blockchain-powered future for the judiciary which ...

Abu Dhabi / WAM The UAE has established its stature as a leading country in terms of spreading the values of humanity and the spirit of giving and peaceful coexistence between communities and has become a driver of cooperation, tolerance, and dialogue between religions around the world. International organisations highlighted the UAE’s international efforts to adopt and promote humanitarian values, ...

SHARJAH / WAM Women Advancement Establishment (Nama), and its entities are currently in preparation for their first large-scale international mission to Brazil, Sao Paulo, starting August 2, with leading Brazilian organisations, entrepreneurs and market leaders dedicated to boosting women’s participation opportunities in economy and society. Nama, along with its three affiliates: the Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC), Irthi Contemporary Crafts ...

Abu Dhabi / Emirates Business Effective October 28, Etihad Airways will increase its flights from Abu Dhabi to Canada’s largest city, Toronto, from three to five weekly services. The flights will be operated by Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, featuring 40 seats in Business Class and 340 in Economy Class. Robin Kamark, Chief Commercial Officer, Etihad Aviation Group, said: “We are thrilled ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The General Authority for Regulating the Telecommunications Sector (TRA), organised a staff security awareness lecture entitled, “We Are All Partners in Our Nation’s Security,” to strengthen the strategic partnership and create security and national awareness among segments of society. The lecture, held in cooperation with Al Ameen Service, detailed the importance of involving citizens and residents ...

DUBAI / WAM Dubai Municipality has won 11 local and international awards during the first half of 2018. Ahmed Al Louz, Acting Director of the Knowledge Management Department, noted that the participation in various local and international forums was part of the municipality’s endeavour to be a leader in the race for excellence and achievements. “The highest participation was in ...

DUBAI / WAM Etisalat Digital on Monday announced its new set of challenges for the 5th cohort of Dubai Future Accelerators (DFA), focusing on creating smart innovative solutions based on emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), and blockchain. The partnership with the government-supported accelerator is part of Etisalat Digital strategy to bring the latest technologies and innovations to enable a ...