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  Abu Dhabi / WAM The UAE economy has quickly survived the economic impact of the Covid-19, with near-term economic growth being strong, underpinned by a rebound in domestic activity, while elevated oil prices support high surpluses in the fiscal and external balances, according to a top IMF official. “Economic growth has been robust this year, led by a strong ...

  Abu Dhabi / WAM The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has launched a Corporate Tax Public Awareness Programme following the issuance of the Federal Decree-Law on Taxation of Corporations and Businesses. The launch of the programme was announced during a media briefing held on Thursday by the ministry to raise public awareness of corporate tax in the UAE and abroad. ...

Sharjah / WAM The Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP) is increasing the investment in 3D printing with the goal of promoting innovation in a number of sectors and industries, including the crucial manufacturing sector. With the UAE becoming a global competitor in the field of 3D printing, Sharjah is steadily moving towards taking a frontline position in this ...

  Abu Dhabi / Gulf Time With over 1.5 million passengers expected over the winter break, Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, will be celebrating the festive season in the sky with a special-themed menu and props for guests on board selected flights. Over the festive period, the classic festive themed menu will be available from December 23-25 ...

  Dubai / WAM Enoc group has announced the opening of its latest compact station in the Al Aqran area of Umm Al Qaiwain. This marks the second compact station opening in the emirate, and the fourth across the UAE this year. The new site has been strategically located to offer greater convenience to motorists, catering to traffic coming to ...

  Dubai / Gulf Time Dubai-based flydubai announced on Thursday that it has enabled more than 130,000 football fans to travel conveniently to take part in the biggest football tournament in the world. The carrier has operated 1,290 flights between Dubai World Central (DWC) and Doha International Airport (DIA) between November 21 and December 19. Passengers from 171 countries travelled ...

Abu Dhabi / WAM The UAE is preparing to host the International Summit of Women 2023, which will take place in Abu Dhabi on February 21-22, 2023, under the theme “Role of Female Leaders in Establishing Peace and Social Integration, and Driving Prosperity”. The event will be held under the patronage of HH Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the ...

  Abu Dhabi / WAM The Mother of the Nation Festival (Motn) will return with more action, shopping and mouth-watering cuisine from December 23 to January 1. The festival is returning by popular demand, to kick off the festive season in style on the Abu Dhabi Corniche. With new and exciting entertainment in store, visitors can expect more fun, more ...

Abu Dhabi / WAM Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) has launched a consumer protection policy to protect the interests of energy and water consumers in the emirate. The policy outlines a regulatory framework and assigns roles and responsibilities to companies that supply energy, water, sewerage, and district cooling services in the emirate. The aim of the new consumer protection ...

  Rabat / WAM During an official visit to Morocco, Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, met with Aziz Akhannouch, Prime Minister of Morocco, and several ministers from the Moroccan government. The meeting was attended by Al Asri Saeed Ahmed Al Dhaheri, UAE ambassador to Morocco. At the beginning of the meeting, Dr Sultan Ahmed ...