UAE, Japan to collaborate in clean technology and renewable energy fields
Minister of Foreign Affairs met with Masdar officials to discuss ways the two nations can continue to grow their cooperation in the advancement, development and dissemination of renewable energy and clean technologies.
Dubai Cruise Terminal wins World’s Leading Cruise Port Award
Dubai Cruise Terminal has won the World’s Leading Cruise Port award at the prestigious World Travel Awards 2011 for the fourth consecutive time.
International Year of Sustainable Energy to be launched at World Future...
His Excellency Ban Ki-moon, Secretary-General of the United Nations, will return to the World Future Energy Summit (WFES) 2012 to launch the International Year of Sustainable Energy for All.
“Customer Service Charter” activities launched
Ministry of Finance (MoF) recently launched its “Customer Service Charter” activities. Part of the Emirates Government Service Excellence Programme, the initiative aims to enhance the standards of services offered to customers in the UAE.
Consumer confidence rising further during last quarter of 2011
The overall consumer confidence index in Dubai increased 15 points to 125 over the last quarter of 2011 compared to the third quarter, according to the quarterly Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) of the Department of Economic Development (DED).
Nakheel to build shopping mall on Palm Jumeirah
Nakheel, the largest Dubai-based property developer, is planning to build a 136,000 square metre mall at the end of the Palm Jumeirah.
Dubai International Boxing Championship starts next month
Dubai International Boxing Championship (DIBC) organized by EMD Sport Services Co and supported by the World Boxing Association (WBA) will start its 4th edition next month.
Rise of the Cloud: Cloud Computing Imperative 2012
Global studies prove that 'cloud computing services' could add US $800bn in net new business revenue by end of 2013.
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Sentiment for gold and silver bullish
While the dollar may not see a significant correction soon, and is likely to continue to gain against the euro as the eurozone crisis persists, the negative effects of a stronger dollar on gold are likely to be largely diminished in 2012, allowing the bullish macro drivers to dictate price action
Unified physical activity curriculum across Dubai schools
Future plans and implement international best practice guidelines for school physical activity and to introduce a unified physical activity curriculum across all Dubai schools.
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
Abu Dhabi remains dedicated to diversification of the local economy in...
In 2012, governmental efforts in Abu Dhabi remain dedicated to investing in the diversification of the local economy.
Thousands head to Night Souq in its first days
Thousands of shoppers are making a bee-line to the Night Souq, the unique DSF attraction that has given a new dimension to shopping in...
World premiere of Bollywood ‘Players’ in Dubai
Zee Aflam marked its partnership of the world premiere of Players, a Bollywood heist movie starring A-list stars Abhishek Bachchan, Bipasha Basu, Sonam Kapoor and Neil Nitin Mukesh, in Dubai on Wednesday, January 4, 2012 at Grand Cineplex.
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).
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.