Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi to host French Embassy in UAE

His Highness Sheikh Suroor Bin Mohammed Al Nahyan and French Ambassador in the U.A.E., His Excellency Alain Azouaou, sign lease agreement for two floors in the commercial tower of Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi

Emirates Competitiveness Council holds first board meeting after restructuring

The restructured board of the Emirates Competitiveness Council (ECC) held its first meeting at the Banyan Tree Hotel in Ras Al Khaimah in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi

du launches Music Store

Du has introduced its new mobile music proposition called the Music Store, a subscription-based music download service.

UAE ranked 30th globally in Human Development Index

The UAE has been ranked the thirtieth among 187 countries, according to the index of human development world report 2011 released by United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

Dubai announced 12 billion AED mega solar energy project

The Supreme Council of Energy (SCE) for Dubai has launched the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. This is a leading project implemented by the SCE and managed and operated by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA).

Steelfab 2012 begins at Expo Centre Sharjah

This optimism was clearly visible as the eighth edition of the region's premier steel fabrication show - SteelFab 2012 - got off to a rousing start at Expo Centre Sharjah on January 9, 2012

World Solar Car Challenge 2011 winner to debut at World Future...

Tokai Challenger, winner of the 2009 and 2011 World Solar Challenge, the world's premier race for solar cars, is set to make its Middle East debut at the World Future Energy Summit from January 16.

Penalties on businesses in Dubai reduced

His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai , with his capacity issue decree to reduce penalties on businesses in Dubai.

Latest UAE economy highlights

The Dubai Shopping Festival in 2011 contributed AED 15.5bn, with AED 5.9bn spent by regional and international visitors, according to a report released by...

Adopt early to changes in Payments Industry

Close examination of the “innovation clusters”, known also as incubators for new technology aiming at consumer simplicity, now signals that an innovation in the payments industry is ready for prime time.

Dubai hosts annual meeting of Arab Energy Club

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, welcomed the annual meeting of the Arab Energy Club in Dubai, the first time the gathering has been held in the emirate.

Dubai SME partners Big Idea Start-up Challenge 2012

Dubai SME formerly known as Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for SME Development will be partnering Big Idea Start-up Challenge 2012. The event is scheduled on 16th February 2012 at the Dubai Knowledge Village Auditorium & hosted by Carole Spiers –BBC Guest Broadcaster & CEO Carole Spiers Group UK.

Cloud Computing World Forum Middle East & Africa

Over 300 senior IT decision makers are already registered to attend the Cloud Computing World Forum Middle East & North Africa, taking place on the 28th - 29th February 2012 at the Address Hotel, Dubai.

The Dubai Mall hosts 54 million visitors in 2011

The Dubai Mall achieved a record-smashing year in 2011 to become the world’s most-visited shopping and leisure destination, welcoming more than 54 million visitors in 2011.

Kempinski Palm Jumeirah Residences now operational

Set within the same grounds, Kempinski Palm Jumeirah Residences enjoys the same facilities and 200 exclusive residences.

Emirates adds Vietnam to its expanding global network

Emirates, one of the fastest growing international airlines, continues its expansion in South East Asia with the addition of Ho Chi Minh City in...

Worst property markets of 2011

Property remains a popular investment choice for financial gain, however 2011 will not go down in history as one of the more successful years for property investors. With this in mind international estate agents Colordarcy have compiled their own report outlining which five countries they believe were the worst to invest in 2011.

Emirates announces first ever global sale

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