February, 2024

• 7 February

  GovTech Prize honours global solutions for challenges at WGS

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM The ninth edition of the GovTech Prize 2024, part of the World Governments Summit (WGS), presents a unique model that celebrates the contributions of technology pioneers in providing service solutions that anticipate future challenges and enhance the quality of human life. The prize, managed by the Emirates Government Service Excellence Programme (EGSEP) at the UAE Prime ...

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• 7 February

  EAD recognises its achievements in environmental preservation at forum

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) hosted its annual stakeholder forum, celebrating its achievements in the field of environmental preservation while acknowledging its fruitful cooperation with key partners that helped strengthen Abu Dhabi’s global environmental conservation leadership. The forum was attended by Dr Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri, Secretary-General of EAD, alongside a number of dignitaries, ...

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• 7 February

  Botim becomes first Fintech Platform to offer CBUAE’s Aani Solution Via Al Etihad Payments

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM Astra Tech, the leading consumer technology holding group in the Mena region, announces its partnership with Al Etihad Payments (AEP), a subsidiary of the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), for the launch of Aani — an advanced instant payment platform. Operated by Al Etihad Payments, Aani will allow digital payments to be processed instantly, on ...

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• 7 February

  GPSSA: Social Protection Fund in Oman has made revisions

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM The General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) announced that the Social Protection Fund in Oman has made revisions to the contribution rates for Omani citizens employed in the UAE and covered by the unified extension protection system. As of January 1, the new contribution rate for Omanis covered by the extension protection system has become ...

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• 7 February

  Multiply’s net profit excluding fair value changes hits AED1.1b

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM Multiply Group on Wednesday reported full-year 2023 results with a net profit excluding fair value changes of AED1.1 billion, 2.4x last year. Robust underlying profit growth was led by strong operational performance, higher investment income and increased share of profit from Kalyon JV. The reported net profit, including unrealised fair value changes on the market volatility ...

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• 7 February

  Abdullah bin Zayed receives UAE astronauts and MBRSC team

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, on Wednesday received UAE astronauts Dr Sultan Al Neyadi, Minister of State for Youth, Hazzaa AlMansoori and the team of the “Zayed Ambition 2” mission from the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), led by Salem Humaid AlMarri, Director-General of the Centre. During the meeting, ...

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• 7 February

  Mohammed bin Rashid attends graduation ceremony of Zayed II Military College

  

  ALAIN / WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on Wednesday attended the graduation ceremony of the 48th cohort of cadet officers of the Zayed II Military College in Al Ain, in the presence of HH Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of ...

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• 7 February

  Mohammed bin Rashid meets with high-ranking military officials in the UAE

  

  DUBAI/ WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, today met with a number of high-ranking military officials from the UAE and other nations, who attended the graduation ceremony of the 48th cohort of cadets of the Zayed II Military College. During the meeting, held at the College’s headquarters in Al ...

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• 7 February

  Centrepoint: Shaping the future of retail

  

  DUBAI/ GULF TIME The all-new Centrepoint store boasts a wealth of features that position it as the ultimate customer-centric retail experience that brings together the best of the online and offline worlds, and where convenience is paramount. The aim is to encourage customers to “shop different” at their favorite store. The interior design boasts a modern and fresh layout with ...

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• 7 February

  Danube Properties sponsors CCL); the first five cricket matches to be played in the UAE

  

  DUBAI/ GULF TIME Celebrity Cricket League (CCL) sponsored by Danube Properties is set to make history by hosting its opening matches in the UAE for the first time, marking a significant milestone for the renowned sportainment spectacle. The 10th season of CCL, known for its unique blend of sports and entertainment, will kick off the Opening weekend in the United ...

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