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Real estate in Saudi will temporarily slow before growth in the long-term – Savills

Government stimulus packages and previous experience with coronavirus will allow for quick and effective measures to combat slump, says real estate consultancy

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Saudi reports 1,088 new cases, its highest ever daily increase

The total number of those infected with the new strain of the virus across the country has now reached 9,362

UAE fuel delivery service Cafu to provide free fuel to DHA workers

Last month, Cafu committed free fuel for all ambulances operated by Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services (DCAS) for a period of two weeks

UAE announces 479 new Covid-19 cases, four deaths

The total number of cases reported in the country now stands at 6,781, with the death toll at 41

Dubai trade event Arabian Travel Market cancels 2020 edition

The next edition of the region’s largest travel fair will be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from May 16-19, 2021

‘We made plans if occupancy hit zero. That hasn’t happened’ – Dubai property broker

Four experts in the UAE property sector weigh in on the opportunities that short-team leases are providing in Dubai

Dubai schools can deliver textbooks now – KHDA

Parents can also collect the books as long as strict safety and health guidelines are adhered to

UAE banks not allowed to lay off nationals in response to virus

The order does not include those Emirati employees who have resigned or breached job duties that require letting them go

Saudia operates 40-hour flight to and from Los Angeles to repatriate 187 Saudi citizens

The kingdom has been bringing back stranded Saudi citizens from around the world

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UAE launches Covid-19 tracing app

The app which uses the Bluetooth function on smartphones allows users to detect and identify another device with the same installed app

Free parking in Dubai extended until April 25

The announcement followed a decision by the emirate to extend the ongoing 24-hour sterilisation programme

Three ways Fintech is transforming everyday life

How fintech is revamping the financial landscape amid Covid-19 outbreak

Technology and digitisation of businesses is no longer ‘nice to have’, but is a necessity in a business capacity as well as for personal banking and trading

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UAE reports 477 new cases, total tally at 6,302

The death toll from the virus in the country has also risen to 37

How private equity can help regional economies weather the Covid-19 tide

PE can work with governments to setup bespoke investment funds to select and support well managed SMEs and mid cap businesses that are adversely impacted by the Covid-19 crisis

Dubai extends 24-hour sterilisation drive for another week, restrictions to remain

Dubai residents, excluding employees of vital sectors, will continue to require movement permits to leave their homes

Covid-19: UAE announces 460 new cases, 2 deaths

The total number of those infected in the country tallies 5,825

Dubai’s DIFC offers three-month rent waiver to retailers

From April to June 2020, retailers of all types based in Gate Avenue, Gate Village and Gate District will not be required to pay basic rent

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GCC Update: Saudi reports 518 new Covid-19 cases, 4 deaths; Kuwait registers 119 additional cases

The total number of Covid-19 infections in Saudi Arabia tallies 6,380 while as many as 1,524 people are infected in Kuwait

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Update: Dubai residents can get only one movement permit every three days

Employees of vital sectors do not need to apply for the movement permit, but instead will require a letter from their employer confirming their necessity to commute

UAE’s GEMS Education to cut school fees by up to 50% for families impacted by virus

Parents who have experienced income reductions, lost their jobs or businesses, or been placed on unpaid leave can avail the discounts

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Etihad to commence limited passenger services from May 1

The announcement is subject to the UAE government’s decision to lift passenger travel restrictions

Dubai Police smart helmets

Watch: Police in the UAE use smart helmets to screen for Covid-19 symptoms

The helmets can monitor a person’s body temperature and are capable of night vision too

Saudi reveals new measures to support the private sector due to Covid-19 impact

The kingdom has allocated an amount of SAR50bn to expedite the payment of dues to the private sector

Dubai extends closure of hotels, restaurants, events, until further notice

A disinfection programme is underway in the emirate and was expected to end on April 18

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Covid-19: UAE reports 432 new cases, 5 deaths

The total number of deaths in the UAE has now reached 33

Air Arabia announces new repatriation and cargo flights

All passengers are expected to wear gloves and face masks in order to board the flight

Emirates rapid Covid-19 testing

Emirates begins on-site rapid Covid-19 testing at Dubai airport

The results of the blood test are made available in 10 minutes

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GCC Update: Saudi reports 493 new Covid-19 cases, 6 additional deaths

The total number of those infected in the kingdom tallies 5,862

Dubai completes first genome sequencing of Covid-19 virus

The genome of the virus causing Covid-19 consists of 30,000 genetic bases or letters

Abu Dhabi offers 20% rent refund to restaurants in the emirate

This refund applies to contracts signed between Oct 1, 2019 – March 31, 2020, or renewed between April 1 – September 30, 2020