DUBAI / WAM A report issued by the Business Registration & Licensing sector of Dubai Economy states that the emirate of Dubai has 401 companies in fisheries sector. This reflects Dubai’s focus on strengthening the marine and aquaculture wealth as one of the pillars of economic, social and environmental development that contribute significantly to supporting national food security. The companies ...

DUBAI / WAM The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced that Route 2020, the extension of the Dubai Metro line from Jebel Ali Station to Expo 2020 station, would start commercial operations on January 1, 2021. Mattar Mohammed Al Tayer, Director-General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the RTA said, “The initial operational phase would cover four stations, ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The UAE cabinet announced the national holidays for both the public and private sector for the years 2021 and 2022. Holidays for 2021: January 1: New Year. Ramadan 29 to Shawwal 3: Eid Al Fitr. Zul Hijjah 9: Arafah Day. Zul Hijjah 10,11,12: Eid Al Adha. August 12: Islamic New Year. October 21: Prophet Mohammed’s (PBUH) ...