DUBAI/WAM Dubai Duty Free completed 2024 on a high, establishing a new annual turnover record of AED7.901 billion ($2.16 billion), buoyed as reported by a big surge in sales towards the end of the year. December set an all-time monthly record with sales of AED821.94 million ($225.19 million), an over 2% increase compared to December 2023, which, until now, was …

DUBAI/WAM The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) organised events for workers across the UAE to celebrate the New Year. Themed ‘Happy Workers, Thriving Business’, the celebrations were held at 18 locations across the UAE and featured various sporting and entertainment activities, competitions, and valuable prizes for participants, including a car raffle. The activities also took place at various …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a Federal Decree appointing Mohammed Hamza Alqasim, as Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education. Alqasim brings a wealth of leadership experience to his new role, having previously served as Director-General of the Emirates Schools Establishment. His distinguished career spans key positions in various government and private …