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ABU DHABI / WAM Aldar Properties announced on Wednesday the launch of Nouran Living, a boutique mid-rise residential address in Saadiyat Island’s Marina District, the latest residential and leisure destination that is being activated within the island’s masterplan. The construction of Nouran Living is scheduled to commence in Q4 2024, with handovers expected in Q4 2027. Nouran Living is also ...

DUBAI / WAM Visa, a global leader in digital payments, has joined the Dubai FinTech Summit (DFS), organised by Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) as a Founding Partner & Co-Host, underscoring its dedication to supporting innovative and future thinking businesses on a global scale. Visa has cemented its partnership with DFS through a strategic three-year agreement, demonstrating a solid commitment ...

DUBAI / WAM In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, issued Decree No. (13) of 2024 on the Unified Digital Platform for establishing companies in Dubai. The Decree forms part of Dubai’s efforts to enhance its business environment and advance economic growth. The ...

ABU DHABI/ WAM President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today welcomed a delegation from the Federal National Council (FNC). During the meeting, which took place at Qasr Al Bateen in Abu Dhabi, His Highness exchanged Ramadan greetings with FNC members, officials, citizens and other guests, along with His Excellency Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council, ...

DUBAI/ GULF TIME Estonian ingenuity in food technology is gaining global recognition, particularly in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, where the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has acknowledged the innovative solutions offered by Estonian companies. This acknowledgement culminated in the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the MOCCAE and the Ministries ...

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ABU DHABI/ WAM His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, chaired the Ministerial Development Council meeting. The meeting, which took place at Al Bateen Palace in Abu Dhabi, reviewed initiatives, projects and policies aiming to support the government work ecosystem in the UAE. The Council discussed the outcomes ...

DUBAI / WAM Enoc Group, the leading integrated global energy player, announced a series of community activities designed to benefit over 600,000 people across the UAE during Ramadan 2024. The group’s annual humanitarian endeavours are meticulously organised in collaboration with ZOOM and local charity associations, aimed at nurturing a profound sense of solidarity and fostering the spirit of compassion amongst ...

DUBAI / WAM Total spending using international cards in the UAE witnessed a growth of over 25% during the year 2023. JK Khalil, General Manager, Mena East, Mastercard, told Emirates News Agency (WAM) that digital payments continue to experience remarkable growth in the UAE, with more users and companies opting for them due to the convenience and security they offer ...

DUBAI / WAM DP World has inaugurated the latest in a string of more than 100 freight forwarding offices across the world, marking a significant expansion aimed at supporting customers navigating the complexities of global trade. In response to increasing disruptions to global trade — from climate change, geopolitics and macroeconomic challenges — DP World has embarked on a bold ...