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  Abu Dhabi / EMIRATES BUSINESS Etihad Airways and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) signed a landmark agreement that sees the airline become the Official Airline Partner of ADGM. The agreement harnesses the roles of both entities as ambassadors of Abu Dhabi and key players in delivering on Abu Dhabi’s vision as a world-leading business, tourism, and cultural destination.

  Dubai / Emirates Business There is room in the global market for an official ‘Made-in-UAE’ trademark, one that would play an instrumental role in the growth of the country’s manufacturing sector, according to Erwin Bamps, CEO of Emirates-based yacht and boat builder, Gulf Craft. A government regulated national label would not only lend credibility to the country’s producers through ...

  Dubai / WAM Under the directive of Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai Parks and Resorts will extend its support to the proposed development of a Six Flags theme park in Saudi Arabia. This directive calls for an exception to the destination’s GCC exclusivity clause with American theme ...

  Dubai / Emirates Business The Dubai Hotel Market Overview prepared by JLL for The Hotel Show Dubai 2016 reveals that 621 new hotel rooms opened in Dubai during Q1 2016, and 9,400 additional rooms will be added to the market by the end of the year. New properties opening in the coming months include: W Dubai – Al Habtoor ...

  Abu Dhabi / WAM The Executive Committee of the Executive Council, chaired by Saeed Eid Al Ghafli, Chairman of the Executive Office, adopted the implementation plan of the future vision of Mussafah, which aims to limit the current and future challenges that faces the region by setting a practical steps to address them and enhance development. The Committee adopted a ...

  Dubai / Emirates Business Smart Dubai Office (SDO) held an introductory meeting at the headquarters of Dubai Customs, during which HE Dr Aisha bint Butti bin Bishr, Director General of SDO, showcased the Smart Dubai Happiness Agenda, which follows systematic and science-based methods to enable Dubai City to create the opportunities that would lead to happiness across the city ...

  RITIKA SHARMA / Emirates Business Governments of the GCC nations are being lauded by experts globally for their unwavering drive towards innovation in the segment of financial technology, commonly known as ‘FinTech’. Gauging its long-term rewards and sustainability in the financial sector, UAE is working towards enhancing the FinTech infrastructure by connecting stakeholders to support innovations upto the optimum ...

  SHARJAH / Emirates Business Sharjah is known for its natural beauty and attractive manmade lagoons and parks, making it a favourite destination for families any time of the year, especially during the summer when schools in the region close for summer vacation. As the region celebrates Ramadan, summer this year has become all the more special for visitors to ...

  RITIKA SHARMA / Emirates Business Industry leaders and stakeholders active in the exhibitions industry in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region are playing a major role in stabilising the regional economy by creating thousands of jobs every year, experts emphasise. Figures state that the region hosts around 30,000 exhibitions per year and they typically generate upto 680,000 full-time ...

  Dubai / Emirates Business DIFC Wills & Probate Registry (WPR) has announced a major new partnership with Emirates NBD, one of the leading banks in the region, according to which individuals who want to secure their assets in Dubai can now do so for a manageable monthly cost. The landmark new relationship will see Emirates NBD, one of the ...