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DUBAI / WAM The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) highlighted the notable efficiency of the voluntary ‘Savings Scheme’ — an alternative end-of-service benefits system for private-sector workers — and its effectiveness in enhancing ease of doing business. The ministry explained that the new scheme boosts private sector companies’ ability to attract and retain talent, while protecting workers’ financial …

DUBAI / WAM Zayed University hosted the 7th Explorance Bluenotes Mena conference at its Dubai Convention Centre, welcoming educators, heads of Institutional Research/Effectiveness, researchers, and technology leaders from across the region. The conference, which concluded on Thursday, was themed “Synergising Perspectives: Harnessing Feedback Analytics and AI to Empower Student Engagement and Institutional Excellence,” and explored the transformative role of data …

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE Under the esteemed patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Mother of the Nation and Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union (GWU) and the Supreme Council for Motherhood & Childhood (SCMC), more than 500 pioneering leaders convened at the second annual Remarkable Emirati Women summit. Hosted by PureHealth and the General Women’s Union, …

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 …