Dubai / Emirates Business Dubai Trade, the single window for cross-border trade and a DP World company, is gearing up for its 10th E-Services Excellence Award (ESEA) by featuring four new categories to recognise users of LogiGate, the innovative logistics marketplace that enables cargo owners to book warehouses and competitive transportation services online or using a smart phone. The event …
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Abu Dhabi / WAM The UAE total non-oil foreign trade volume of Q1 2017 reached approximately AED401 billion against AED388 billion during the same period last year, a growth of 3.2 percent, according to statistics released by the Federal Customs Authority. Direct foreign trade, which represents 68 percent of the UAE’s total trade volume, was valued at AED272 billion during …
Read More »Dubai / WAM Governments of India and the UAE, through various agencies and departments are closely working to substantially augment the trade and investment relations between the two countries. The relations between the two countries are at an upswing following the exchange of visits at the highest levels in the past two years. Prime Minister Modi paid a historic visit …
Read More »Abu Dhabi / WAM The 9th edition of the Al Ain Book Fair (AABF), held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi Ruler’s Representative in the Eastern Region, will celebrate a selection of Emirati titles and authors through a rich cultural programme. Organised by Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority, TCA Abu Dhabi, from …
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Dubai / WAM Dubai Customs has been nominated in six main categories of the ‘Ideas UK and Ideas America 2017’ awards. The categories in Ideas UK 2017 are the best safety and environment solution, and in Ideas America 2017, the best innovation, the best safety and environment solution, the best ambassador and communication director. Dubai Customs is participating in ‘Ideas …
Read More »Abu Dhabi / Emirates Business Bloom Properties, a Bloom Holding business specializing in the development of integrated and sustainable communities, announced its participation in the upcoming edition of Cityscape Global and its launch of Phase II for two of its Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) developments — Bloom Heights and Bloom Towers. At the event, Bloom is set to highlight its …
Read More »Beijing / WAM The preparatory meeting of the 6th UAE-China Joint Economic Committee was held in the Chinese capital, Beijing on Tuesday. The main meeting of the committee will be held on Wednesday and will be led by Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, Minister of Economy, and Zhong Shan, Minister of Commerce of China, with the participation of senior officials …
Read More »Dubai / WAM Officials from the Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services and a delegation from the Abu Dhabi Police Ambulance Department discussed ways of cooperation, especially through joint coordination, to prepare for the opening and plan the security of Expo 2020 Dubai. The discussion took place during a meeting held by both sides at the headquarters of the Dubai Corporation …
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Dubai / Emirates Business A UAE Space Agency delegation, led by Chairman Dr Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, met the President of the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), Dr Jean-Yves Le Gall, to discuss a range of opportunities for collaboration in space science, research and education. Al Falasi also highlighted the UAE’s interest in hosting the International Astronautical Congress in 2020, coinciding …
Read More »Dubai / WAM To support and develop young Emirati talent, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), has completed its summer training programme this year for 197 school and university students. As part of DEWA’s strategy, the course was aimed at promoting Emiratisation, and preparing a generation that acknowledges the importance of professional work in the sustainable development. The programme included …
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