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Saudi And UAE Join US In Launching First Strikes In Syria

The United States has been building a coalition to combat Islamic State, which has seized large areas in Iraq and Syria.

Dubai Has Too Many Property Brokers – RERA CEO

Dubai’s Real Estate Regulatory Authority will be introducing four new measures next year to regulate the sector.

Dubai Urged To Build More Affordable Houses For Expats

The government needs to introduce incentives- similar to those initiated in the hospitality sector- to boost the number of affordable homes in Dubai, an expert says.

Abu Dhabi Bourse In Talks Over Four Potential IPOs, Two This Year

New flotations on the bourse had been held back by low investor confidence after the index slumped in the wake of the global financial crisis and a local real estate crash.

Etihad Launches Massive Recruitment Drive For Cabin Crew gulf business

Recruiting will take place in 12 cities across five countries including Italy, Germany, Japan, Morocco and Tunisia.

Nakheel CEO Says Emaar Unit IPO Success To Encourage Listing Plans

“Should we decide to list shares, the market will receive it well,” said Sanjay Manchanda.

Dubai’s Deyaar Reveals Dhs3.5bn Midtown Project

The 5.5 million sq ft mixed-use development will include a total of 27 buildings.

Dubai’s Amlak Finance Postpones Shareholder Meeting

The meeting was called to inform shareholders of the details of a $2.7 billion restructuring plan.

Phase One Of Dubai’s Mall of the World Project Slated For Completion By 2020

The first phase, anticipated to include retail and hospitality elements, will be completed in three years.

Damac Launches New Paramout Hotel In Dubai

The hotel, which will consist of 1,250 luxury rooms and suites, is scheduled to open by 2018 and will be located in the downtown area

Dubai’s Limitless Holds “Positive” Talks On Debt Restructuring – CEO

The discussions were centred on re-negotiating the terms of the debt, the chief executive said without giving any further details.

Dubai Unlikely To Introduce Fees On Off Plan Sales – Expert

The government might not introduce any fees on off-plan property sales if the property market self corrects, an expert says.

Dubai’s Meraas Launches New Mixed-Use Project in Jumeirah

Spread across 9.5 million square feet, La Mer will feature commercial, leisure, residential and hospitality components.

LIVE: Updates From Cityscape 2014

All the latest news from the region’s biggest property event taking place in Dubai.

Dubai Bourse To Rise on Drake & Scull Contract Win

Stock markets around the world closed nearly flat on Friday but a major source of uncertainty is now gone after Scotland voted ‘No’.

Damac, Trump Plan New Golf Course In Dubai Within AKOYA Oxygen

The 18-hole championship-standard course, ‘Trump World Golf Club Dubai’, will include a club house, restaurants and pro shop.

Exclusive Interview: Emirates NBD CEO Shayne Nelson On Dubai’s Boom

Shayne Nelson says he is confident that the lender’s legacy problems are now finally over.

Dubai, The World’s Hospital?

The UAE’s amended visa policy is a step forward in Dubai’s goal of attracting 500,000 medical tourists per year by 2020.

Flexing For Success: Nitesh Seebran, COO, Gold’s Gym

Ever keen for a workout, COO Nitesh Seebran explains how he hopes to lift the Gold’s Gym brand to the top of the GCC fitness market.

UAE’s Ithmar Capital Picks Credit Suisse, Deutsche Bank For $436m Dubai IPO

The proceeds will be used to invest in healthcare and education assets, according to sources.

Etihad Airways To Raise $2bn In 2014 To Fund Stake Buys, Aircraft

The funds would be raised through loans, the airline’s chief financial officer confirmed.

Jet Airways Launches Fifth Daily Service Between Dubai And Mumbai

The airline will deploy a Boeing 737-800 aircraft to operate the new service, which will begin from October 14.

Property Developer Damac Buys Naming Rights For Dubai Metro Station

The agreement is a part of RTA’s naming rights project, which aims to raise revenue for the Dubai Metro through branding.

Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala Posts 23% Profit Rise On Higher JV Income

Income from Mubadala’s joint venture businesses doubled to Dhs2.12 billion, thanks to Emirates Global Aluminium and Dolphin Energy.

What To Expect From Cityscape Global 2014 In Dubai

This year’s edition of the property event promises huge stands and mega launches, and expects over 35,000 attendees.

Dubai Regulator Imposes Curbs On Local Espirito Santo Bank

ES Bankers (Dubai), part of Espirito Santo group, has been restricted from taking or paying deposits, and is required to maintain and preserve its assets, the DFSA said.

Indigo Properties To Launch Villa Project, Zen, In Dubai Golf City

The project will include retail areas, parks, jogging tracks, streams, meditation nooks and sunken pavilions.

Abu Dhabi’s Waha Capital To Buy Back Up To 10% Of Stock

Waha said the programme, approved by its board on Wednesday, would allow it to repurchase up to 194 million shares.

Emirates To Fly ‘One Off’ A380 To Tehran

Dubai carrier ponders regular double-decker services to Iranian capital

Dubai’s Seven Tides Launches Luxury Penthouses In Palm Jumeirah

The prices for the penthouse apartments range from Dhs20.5 million to Dhs40 million, the company said.