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Abu Dhabi / Emirates Business Ninety-seven percent of the companies who participated in the previous edition of the International Franchise Exhibition (IFE) are returning for the exhibition’s sixth edition, demonstrating the event’s seminal role within the region and internationally. Organised by Abu Dhabi Chamber, the exhibition is taking place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (Adnec) from October 16-17. ...

Dubai / Emirates Business Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) announced up to 70 percent reduction on licensing and incorporation fees within the DWTC Authority (DWTCA), a free zone offering offshore licenses for businesses, and One Central, the world-class lifestyle development at the heart of Dubai’s Central Business District, to spur business and benefit multi-sector growth. DWTC’s programme will provide highly ...

NEW DELHI / WAM The Arab coalition which is seeking to secure the energy lanes between India and the Gulf through the strategic Yemeni port of Hodeidah will be reaching out to New Delhi for its support. This was stated by the UAE Ambassador to India, Dr Ahmed Al Banna, in an interview to ‘The Hindu,’ a leading newspaper headquartered ...

Abu Dhabi / Emirates Business With its offering of transit visas on arrival, flight updates via social media, efficient and innovative passenger processing systems and an upgraded, stronger Wi-Fi service to ensure great connectivity, Enriching Tourist Experience is at the heart of all initiatives at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) this summer. “Abu Dhabi Airports prioritizes passenger safety above all ...

Dubai / WAM Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa), organised a graduation ceremony for the third batch of the Carbon Ambassadors Programme in Dubai. The programme empowers youth and involves them in sustainable development goals, and develops their skills to become effective in implementing Dubai’s strategies and growth. Partners of the programme supervised teams of delegates and a panel of ...

Dubai / WAM Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), launched its summer campaign, ‘24 C Cool’, which seeks to achieve significant savings in electricity consumption during the summer season. This is part of Empower’s efforts to raise awareness on the importance of adopting sustainable practices and environmentally-friendly district cooling services. The campaign includes tips and guidelines that contribute to reducing ...

DUBAI / WAM The International Institute for Tolerance part of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, has announced the launch of the ‘World Tolerance Summit’, a two-day conference to be held at the Armani Hotel, Dubai, from November 15-16, to coincide with the International Day of Tolerance on November 16. With its theme, ‘Prospering From Pluralism: Embracing Diversity through ...

Abu Dhabi / WAM President HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan issued a number of Federal Decrees on the ratification of international and bilateral agreements between the UAE and a number of friendly countries, as well as establishment of UAE Embassy in the Maldives. The Decrees were published in the latest issue of the Official Gazette. Federal Decree No. ...

CALIFORNIA / WAM A delegation led by Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa), has visited the US. The visit is part of Dewa’s efforts to expand cooperation with international universities, companies and research centres, and review best practices and the latest research in a variety of areas, including renewable energy, water, ...

DUBAI / Emirates Business The food and beverage (F&B) sector based in Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), the UAE’s premier regional business and logistics hub, showed significant growth in 2017 reflecting continuing confidence in the industry in the UAE. The sector’s volume of trade rose to 3.5 million metric tonnes, valued at AED11.1 billion which accounted for 17.85 percent and ...