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Princeton Digital Group, Tata Power join forces for renewable energy supply to Indian data centre

The partnership aims to provide eco-friendly electricity to PDG’s data centre in Mumbai for a period of 25 years

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UAE, Qatar embassies resume operations

Both parties emphasised that this move reflects the determination of the leaderships of both nations to strengthen Arab cooperation

Eid Al Adha 2023

Eid Al Adha 2023: Public holidays announced for UAE private sector

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has announced a public paid holiday on the occasion of Arafat Day and Eid Al Adha

Abu Dhabi bourse, CASE join hands to boost cooperation

These 13 UAE-listed private joint-stock companies have Dhs8.3bn in capital

The inclusion of private joint-stock firms in the local markets helps companies access a large capital base

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Dubai Customs announces customs policies following trade deals

The customs authority has set up specialised customs centres and departments to ensure smooth flow of good and services

Sheikh Mohammed inaugurates phase 5 of Dubai solar park

Sheikh Mohammed inaugurates phase 5 of Dubai solar park

The fifth phase of the Dubai solar park is expected to power 270,000 homes and offset 1.18 million tonnes of carbon emissions per year

eid al adha

Saudi Arabia confirms dates for Hajj, Eid Al Adha 2023

Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court announced that June 19, will mark the first day of Dhul Hijjah, after sighting the new crescent moon in the kingdom

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Dubai esports and games festival 2023 to start on June 21

The second edition of the festival will feature five days of action-packed events and activities

UAE pledges $15m to UN Women to advance women's empowerment Image credit WAM

UAE pledges $15m to UN Women to advance gender equality

The UAE is currently serving on the UN Women Executive Board from 2023 until 2025

Female engineer at UAE construction site

UAE construction sector open to state-monitored playbook

The adoption of a monitored playbook approach is expected to drive earlier stakeholder engagement and team collaboration

Dubai Chamber forays into the EU

Dubai Chamber inaugurates first European office in London

The chamber said the new office is aimed at strengthening relationships with key public and private sector stakeholders

ESG's Century Village Project

Emirates Stallions Group, Q Holding joint venture for Century Village project

The project will develop a co-living, multi-purpose community able to house 5,000 residents

Valeo and ADDED mobility deal

ADDED inks deal with Valeo to boost Abu Dhabi’s automotive sector

The deal is expected to enhance smart and sustainable mobility in Abu Dhabi, and contribute to the development of the city’s transport sector

Sheikh Hamdan launches third phase of Dubai 10X initiative Image Twitter_ Dubai Media Office_ hamdan.ae

Sheikh Hamdan launches third phase of Dubai 10X initiative

The Dubai 10X initiative has played a pivotal role in the development of 42 key projects aimed at elevating government services

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Millennium Hotels partners with Watermelon on UAE food sustainability initiative

Watermelon has a dedicated team that sources and partners with local farmers and fishermen across the UAE

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Dubai’s DET hosts year’s first ‘City Briefing’, key tourism milestones highlighted

The event, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre, highlighted the crucial role assigned to the city’s tourism sector in driving the success of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33

MASHREQ

Mashreq’s global HQ is UAE’s first commercial building to achieve LEED Zero

LEED Zero is the highest category under the green building certification programme and represents a new level of achievement in the Middle East

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Dubai completes Dhs93m facelift of public beaches

Dubai Municipality said it will continue to carry out regular maintenance of its beaches and amenities as part of an annual plan valued at over Dhs15m

ILOE deadline

UAE Unemployment Insurance Scheme: Registration deadline extended

The extension has been granted for a period of 90 days

Dubai flying taxi capabilities

Dubai Airshow 2023 to focus on $110bn flying taxi market

Dubai Airshow said advanced aerial mobility will be an integral part of the upcoming edition international aerospace event

Cyclone Biparjoy-ISS

Cyclone Biparjoy to make landfall between India and Pakistan’s coasts, UAE to remain unaffected

Cyclone Biparjoy’s path shows it heading north and northeast towards the India-Pakistan coast

TECOM Group's Dubai Internet City

TECOM Group secures $2.1bn refinancing deal for existing facility

The unsecured loan facility is expected to have a positive impact on the company’s cash flow profile while providing funds to execute growth strategy

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Etihad to increase frequency of flights to Rome

The airline will raise the number of weekly services it operates between Abu Dhabi and the Italian capital from seven to 11

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Dubai Taxi deploys 600 motorbikes to provide delivery services for private sector

Dubai Taxi has deployed the fleet to provide delivery services for commercial enterprises in the private sector.

Relief, Recovery and Peace Day

UAE to introduce ‘Relief, Recovery and Peace Day’ during COP28

The UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment chaired the event, which examined the impact of climate change on the responsibilities and operations of UN peacekeeping and special political missions

UAE, Qatar central banks maintain key interest rates

UAE, Qatar central banks keep interest rates steady, tracking US Fed move

The move by the Fed to leave its benchmark rate unchanged suggests that higher borrowing costs have made some progress in slowing inflation

UAE banking sector savings deposits

Savings deposits in UAE banking sector hit $71.6bn in March

The central bank said savings deposits in the UAE banking sector jumped 4.7 per cent year-on-year compared to Dhs251.3bn in March 2022

Commercial Bank of Dubai green bonds issuance

Commercial Bank of Dubai raises $500m from debut green bonds

The proceeds from debut green bonds will be used to finance projects eligible under CBD’s Sustainable Financing Framework

Massar Solutions

UAE-based fleet management firm Massar Solutions launches operations in Saudi Arabia

The decision to expand into Riyadh aligns with the company’s vision of providing vehicle leasing, rental, logistics and automotive technologies to government and consumer markets

Veolia-led consortium secures funding for hazardous waste treatment plant

Veolia-led consortium secures funding for hazardous waste treatment plant

Veolia will lead the waste management operations, leveraging its comprehensive expertise in hazardous waste treatment chain