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Top global property investment hotspots

Global real estate markets, particularly in the West, were hit hard by the financial crisis as banks slashed the amounts they loaned, sending property...

Investor confidence may continue to rise

Dubai plans to tap the international capital markets as early as next week with its first bond issue since the debt standstill in the...

Eid Al-Adha is expected to be on or around November 16

Eid Al-Adha is a holiday at the end of the Hajj, the annual Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca which is one of the greatest religious...

Etihad and Virgin Blue tie-up to add capacity between Abu Dhabi...

Competition and Consumer Commission said Thursday that it has given interim approval to a tie-up between airlines Virgin Blue Holdings Ltd. and Etihad. The...

Nakheel recommences construction of Al Furjan

Nakheel, Dubai's master developer, has announced the recommencement of construction work in Al Furjan with Al Shafar Transport and Contracting Co LLC , the...

Minister of Economy discusses UAE – UK trade and investment relations...

His Excellency Sultan Bin Saeed Al Mansouri met with Lord James Sassoon, Commercial Secretary to Her Majesty's Treasury, accompanied by a delegation of senior...

Emaar Retail and Standard Chartered announce strategic partnership

Customer-focused initiatives led by the Bank at Dubai Ice Rink and Reel Cinemas Standard Chartered card members to enjoy special hospitality privileges at...

Daman Marks the International Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

In line with its strategy to elevate the Emirate’s health standards and raise awareness on critical diseases, the National Health Insurance Company, Daman, the...

Iconic Burj Khalifa model wins over visitors at Shanghai World...

Model of Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building is talking point at global event Emaar highlights the civic ...

KIPCO sells 39.2% stake in GIC to Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd...

Kuwait Projects Company (KIPCO) said that it has signed a deal with Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd (FFH.T) to sell a 39.2% stake in Gulf...

Lufthansa relaunches Facebook Fan Page

Lufthansa has redesigned its Facebook fan page to make it easier for fans from around the world to engage in one if its key...

One Million Air Miles awarded to HSBC Gold Air Miles Cardholder

A million possibilities to enjoy endless rewards await one lucky Cardholder of the recently launched exclusive Gold Air Miles Card, for being the first...

Dubai’s Central Business District to lead office market recovery

Jones Lang LaSalle, the world's leading real estate investment and advisory firm, predicts commercial real estate vacancies will decline most quickly in Dubai’s central...

Licensing Agency offers 400 distinguished number plates in online auction

The Licensing Agency of the Roads '&' Transport Authority (RTA) is bracing for launching an online auction for distinguished number plates comprising plate categories...

First time Dubai? Here is what you need to know

While planning the next holiday to Dubai, travelers can select from a broad array of attractive hotels. The city is a well-liked selection for...

UAE Stocks Get First Emerging Market Status at FTSE Group

FTSE Group (FTSE), the award winning global index provider, today confirms the addition of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as a secondary emerging market...

The DG of Dubai Customs demonstrate about United Arab Emirates Efforts...

Executive Chairman of Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation – the Director General of Dubai Customs emphasized upon the importance of the economic and...

Federal Authority for Government Human Resources announces first international HR...

Under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the Federal Authority...