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ABU DHABI / WAM The United Arab Emirates’ tourism sector witnessed significant growth in 2024, aligning with the goals of the “UAE Tourism Strategy 2031.” The country ranked first regionally and 18th globally in the World Economic Forum’s 2024 Travel & Tourism Development Index (TTDI). The UAE leads the world in travel and tourism data provision and air transport infrastructure, …

SHARJAH / WAM The Sharjah Archaeology Authority (SAA) successfully concluded the “Mleiha: An Arabian Kingdom on the Silk Road” exhibition, held from July 6 to December 15, 2024, at Miho Museum in Japan. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the exhibition attracted over 100,000 visitors, …

DUBAI / WAM Dubai Customs has organised the first edition of the Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Connect 2024 forum to exchange ideas, share insights, and explore opportunities to develop the programme and strengthen cooperation between customs and the business sector. Dubai Customs aims to enrich the experience of companies participating in the AEO programme and drive trade growth through the …

GULF TIME Vapiano is set to introduce breakfast for the first time in its history across its UAE outlets, marking an exciting new chapter for the international dining brand. The new Vapiano Breakfast Menu has been created to bring a fresh, social, and relaxed international lifestyle experience to the morning dining scene, offering guests a new way to begin their …

NEW WEST ZONE SUPERMARKET LLC, the registered and exclusive owner of the trademark “WEST ZONE” in the United Arab Emirates, hereby declares that  the company has no procurement or marketing branch operating in any of the Emirates in the UAE except “ Dubai”. The public, customers, and suppliers are hereby cautioned not to deal with any entity claiming to represent or belong …

ABU DHABI/WAM The Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) is calling on investors to collect their dividends through First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the paying agent appointed to handle the process. This comes as a part of its ongoing efforts to protect the rights of shareholders in companies listed on the UAE stock exchanges and ensure they claim any outstanding entitlements …

DUBAI/WAM Capital.com, the high-growth global trading platform and fintech group, has announced it is now offering its customers access to the principal UAE stock markets – becoming one of the first major trading platforms to do so. In a move that reflects the growing interest in the region’s economy, Capital.com is providing full coverage of the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange …

ABU DHABI / WAM The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), the second-largest exchange in the Middle East, on Tuesday welcomed the successful listing of Alpha Data, a leading digital transformation provider and systems integrator in the UAE. This marks the UAE’s first IPO and the exchange’s second offering in 2025, reinforcing the exchange’s commitment to broadening the market and offering …