Dubai / WAM A high-level business delegation from the UAE, led by Minister of State, Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, visited Finland on Tuesday to strengthen ties between the two nations. The team of government, business and Expo 2020 Dubai officials met Juha Sipila, Prime Minister of Finland, and Mika Lintila, Finland’s Minister of Economic Affairs. Dr. Al Jaber was …

Abu Dhabi / Emirates Business More than 9.8 million people were employed in the renewable energy sector in 2016, according to a new report from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). Renewable Energy and Jobs – Annual Review 2017, released at IRENA’s 13th Council meeting, provides the latest employment figures of the renewable energy sector and insight into the factors …

ABU DHABI / Emirates Business Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council (UPC) held a workshop with stakeholders on Monday to discuss approaches that will transform Hudayriat Island – a 3,000-hectare area, southwest of Abu Dhabi Island. In line with the Abu Dhabi Plan, Hudayriat Island Master Plan will comprise of a complete sustainable community with a diverse range of facilities. This …