World’s tallest building to open in Dubai today
Burj Dubai, the world's tallest building, is set to open today in Dubai amid tight security.
The 160-floor tower will be looking down at a...
Burj Dubai ready for inauguration – but what is its height?
The inauguration of Burj Dubai, the world's tallest building, will also see the reveal of its official height which has not been disclosed by...
Thousands to take part in inauguration of Burj Dubai, the...
6,000 invited guests to watch dramatic inauguration ceremony
Live broadcast on Dubai TV and several international channels
Burj...
CrossTalk 2010
What can we expect in 2010? Will there be new trends and how will decision-makers shape the world?
A hearty thanks and a promise for 2010
Dear Readers,
To all those who have followed Dubai Chronicle coverage online, we would like to offer a hearty thanks and a promise for 2010.
In...
What does the Gulf want from Copenhagen?
As the Copenhagen Summit looks to make new agreements on Climate Change, what sort of agreement do countries of the Gulf want?
Abu Dhabi gives $10bn to Dubai to service debts
Abu Dhabi has given Dubai $10bn, some of which will enable Nakheel, the property arm of troubled Dubai World, to pay a $4.1bn Islamic...
Abu Dhabi gives $10 bln to Dubai, repays Nakheel bond
Statement from Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Fiscal Committee
The Government of Dubai, acting through the Supreme Fiscal Committee...
Same Story, Different Headlines
Now, wherever in the world you were last week, you could hardly open a newspaper or watch television without coming across a mention of...
Money markets lose faith in Dubai
Dubai has long been known as a symbol of extravagance and a city where money could buy anything, but a daunting economic recession has...
Statment from Emaar: Not merging with Dubai Holding
Emaar Properties and Dubai Holding announced today that they called off merger plans, revealed few months ago.
A joint statement said that the decision was...
Fault Lines – The Color of Recession
Al Jazeeras Avi Lewis hosts a town hall debate on race & the U.S. recession.
Dubai in Debt Shock
On Wednesday, the Emirate of Dubai asked for a moratorium of six months on billions of dollars of debt issued by key conglomerate Dubai...
Dubai World issues statement on debt obligations
Dubai World ("Dubai World") and its subsidiaries (the "Group") would like to update their lenders on recent developments relating to their debt obligations.
Following a...
Dubai’s Future
Dubai asked for a delay on its debt payments - a move that triggered panic amongst investors. Is the once prosperous, gleaming city in...
Who’s In, Who’s Out in the Dubai Financial Reshuffle
All change at the top of Dubai's financial institutions - as the city's ruler reshuffles this key aides. Out go the architects of the...
Dubai Sparks Market Tumble
Worldwide markets fell after Dubai announced $60 Billion debt due to costly construction projects. Sheila MacVicar reports.
Corporate Jets – essential or expensive?
It's the ultimate status symbol - a private jet at your beck and call. Supporters say they save valuable time - and make their...