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United Nations: Internet access is a human right

Internet access is a human right, according to a United Nations report released on Friday. "Given that the Internet has become an indispensable tool for...

New regulations for Sheikh Zayed Housing Programme

UAE Vice resident, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum emphasised that providing adequate housing and decent...

Balance between short-term needs and long-term strategy essential

Short-term thinking has hit the headlines in recent years as the catalyst for the recent economic crisis. As regional business continues to evolve at...

Sheikh Mohammed to inaugurate Dubai Metro Green Line

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum will launch the official operation of the...

Privileges for ‘Dubai SME 100’ companies

Dubai SME, the agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED), Government of Dubai, entrusted with the development of the small and medium enterprise...

Food prices to double: Size the opportunities!

Food prices are predicted and will be very much likely double in the next 20 years. Moreover, demand for food in 2050 will be...

UAE bans cucumbers from 4 European countries

UAE imposed a temporary ban on import of cucumbers from a number of European countries including Spain, Germany, Denmark and the Netherlands. A resolution...

GCC Ministers of Planning & Development address region’s concerns and growth

His Excellency Eng. Sultan Bin Saeed Al Mansoori, UAE Minister of Economy, today inaugurated the 21st meeting of the Gulf Co-operation Council (GCC) Committee...

US Secretary Clinton to visit UAE

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will travel to the United Arab Emirates for a meeting of the Libya Contact Group on June 9, according...

World Discovery Festival announced

The World Discovery Fest, a unique spectacle of travel, leisure and holiday destinations, culture and cuisines, top-end lifestyle displays and an entertainment fiesta, has...

Logistics growth drives interest in Jebel Ali Property

DAMAC Properties, the largest independent developer inthe Middle East, has announced it has reached the third level of its ‘Suburbia’ residential development adjacent...

Diamond encrusted Maybach 62S to be displayed in Dubai

Maybach, one of the most expensive luxury car brands in the global market, on Monday unveiled its sensational super luxury Maybach 62S Salon with...

Woman of The Year Awards open for Nominations

The Emirates Woman' magazine, Woman Of The Year Awards is one of the region's most prestigious, glamorous and inspiring annual event. Now in its...

Gold to test brand new highs; Silver volatile

A strong rally by the end of the last week and persistent concerns about the Eurozone sovereign debt issues are expected to maintain gold...

Weekly economic review: “Worries persist”

Weekly economic review by Gary Dugan US economic data shows ongoing weakness Good news- signs that inflation could be peaking High dividend paying companies offer some...

Salary hike: 7% for Emiratis, 5% for expats

UAE Nationals will receive seven per cent, while expatriate employees will receive five per cent salary increase, based on their excellent performance under...

Second meeting of UAE economic committee of the GCC common market

The Ministry of Finance (MoF) today held the second meeting of the UAE Economic Committee for the GCC Common Market (GCM). Held at the...

Design details and specifications of DubaiSat-2 revealed

UAE’s second remote sensing satellite to be launched in end-2012 His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid's commitment to develop UAE youth is real achievement, says...