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UAE: Emirate issues new laws to regulate real estate sector

UAE: Emirate issues new laws to regulate real estate sector

The laws aim to help in the development and implementation of plans to drive growth across Umm Al Quwain’s real estate sector

DCAI Accelerator Programmes attract 615 global startups Image Dubai Media Office

Dubai Centre for AI: Accelerator Programmes attract hundreds of global startups

Successful applicants will be invited to Dubai to work closely with government agencies to develop their projects and prepare for their implementation

ADNOC Group to invest in Habshan carbon capture

UAE’s ADNOC Group to invest in Habshan carbon capture

The project will triple the company’s carbon capture capacity to 2.3 million tonnes per annum

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‘From Earth to Space and back’: Sultan AlNeyadi in good health after splashdown

The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre is yet to announce the date of the astronaut’s return to the UAE

Mohammed bin Rashid witnesses signing of agreement between Masdar and DEWA Image DEWA

Masdar, DEWA ink deal to deliver 6th phase of world’s largest single-site solar park project

The sixth phase of the project, set to be operational in stages starting from Q4 2024, will power over half a million residences while reducing carbon emissions by 2.36 million tonnes annually

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Air Arabia launches three weekly flights to Sri Lanka from Abu Dhabi

The new direct flights will connect Abu Dhabi International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport starting January 2024

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UAE announces $4.5bn initiative to support deployment of clean energy in Africa

 The landmark initiative brings together Abu Dhabi Fund for Development , Etihad Credit Insurance, Masdar and AMEA Power among others

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UAE to plant 10 mangrove trees for every COP28 visitor

Mangroves will be planted during the last quarter of this year using innovative methods such as drone dispersal

Dubai property transactions value grew 43% YoY in August

Dubai property transactions value grew 43% YoY in August

The city recorded 11,818 real estate transactions last month, a 25 per cent increase in volume compared to 9,450 transactions in August 2022.

UAE investments in space sector surpass Dhs22bn

UAE investments in space sector surpass Dhs22bn

The country has emerged as a regional hub for space services, events, and specialised educational programmes in the space domain

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UAE introduces new end-of-service gratuity system for private sector employees

Sheikh Mohammed announced the new law which aims to protect workers’ savings while promoting investment

UAE sets up federal authority ‘commercial gaming”

UAE sets up federal authority for commercial gaming

The new authority will coordinate regulatory activities and manage licencing nationally

UAE astronaut Sultan AlNeyadi sets historic milestone

UAE astronaut Sultan AlNeyadi sets historic milestone

AlNeyadi and three other astronauts returned to earth from the ISS early Monday morning, splashing down off the coast of Florida

Dubai Fitness Challenge

Dubai Fitness Challenge 2023: Key dates announced

Dubai Fitness Challenge encourages the emirate’s residents to embrace a healthier lifestyle by committing to 30 minutes of exercise every day for 30 days

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Watch: UAE’s Sultan AlNeyadi, Crew-6 splashdown on Earth in SpaceX Dragon capsule

The Crew-6 safely splashed down on Earth in the early hours of September 4

Dubai Summer Surprises

Dubai Summer Surprises final sale: Get 90% off deals on the last day

Shoppers have one last day to enter into a multitude of contests to win cash prizes, luxury cars, or even Share points

Sultan AlNeyadi with other crew members

UAE’s Sultan AlNeyadi begins return journey home: Watch live stream

The Emirati astronaut has begun his return journey home to Earth after spending six month aboard the International Space Station

UBS says UAE economy to grow by 3.5% in 2023

UAE economy to grow by 3.5% in 2023

The country’s non-oil economy is projected to grow by a robust 4.5 per cent this year

Here’s how Yardi is revolutionising UAE property market

How Yardi is revolutionising the Middle East’s property market

The growth in the Middle East’s property market is creating opportunities for proptech companies such as Yardi to provide innovative solutions that meet the needs of investors, sellers and end-users

UAE, New Zealand enter preliminary talks on CEPA

UAE, New Zealand enter preliminary talks on CEPA

The two countries already share a productive trade relationship, with non-oil trade reaching $805m in 2022

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UAE: Sultan AlNeyadi’s return to Earth delayed, new date released

The Emirati astronaut will begin his journey back to Earth from the International Space Station on Sunday, September 3

W Al Marjan Island will feature 300 rooms (Image: Supplied by Marjan)

Marriott confirms second property for Al Marjan Island

W Al Marjan Island will include 300 rooms and is slated to open in Ras Al Khaimah in 2027

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Abu Dhabi: Road closure on Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Street

This road closure will come into effect on August 31 and will be in place until September 4

Flydubai first UAE carrier to operate direct flights to Mombasa (Image: Supplied by flydubai)

Flydubai first UAE carrier to operate direct flights to Mombasa

With the launch of this route, flydubai will grow its network in Africa to 11 destinations in 10 countries

Automobiles partners with Tabby

Arabian Automobiles, Tabby partner to advance after-sales experience

The partnerships will offer enhanced convenience and flexibility when it comes to vehicle maintenance and repair costs

EGA expects demand to drive aluminium prices

Top Middle East aluminium maker sees prices rising with demand

The company expects its full-year sales volume to be in line with 2022 even as prices have declined over the last 12 months

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Emirates cancels flights due to Super Typhoon Saola

The airline notified that customers flying or connecting to Hong Kong will not be accepted for travel at the point of origin until further notice

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Borouge shareholders approve multimillion dollar dividend

The interim dividend will be paid to shareholders who have purchased Borouge shares as of September 7

How Basma Ashry revolutionised the UAE business landscape

Basma Ashry: A trailblazing young force in the business landscape

Under her guidance, Business Incorporation Zone has helped more than 2,500 entrepreneurs launch their businesses in the UAE

UAE announces petrol, diesel prices for September 2023

UAE announces petrol, diesel prices for September 2023

The fuel price committee increased the retail rates for Super 98, Special 95, and E-Plus 91 by as much as 28 fils per litre in September