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Institutional investors were hungry for Dubai, Abu Dhabi Stocks in 2023

Institutional investors dominated the UAE equity market in 2023, capturing nearly 78 per cent of total trading activity on the Dubai and Abu Dhabi bourses

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Dubai Mall revamps parking with Salik’s platform: Here’s how it affects you

The system is expected to be operational in Dubai Mall by the third quarter of the new year

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Where and how to watch Dubai’s New Year’s eve fireworks? Here are 8 iconic spots

From the world-famous Burj Khalifa to the secluded hill ranges in Hatta, here are 8 places to watch some stunning fireworks as the Dubai sky lights up on New Year’s eve.

New Year’s Eve in Dubai: RTA announces marine transit offers

New Year’s Eve in Dubai: Watch fireworks from the sea aboard RTA ferry, abra

The Dubai Ferry, Water Bus, Water Taxi and abras have special appeal to Dubai residents, visitors, and tourists, thanks to the picturesque coastal line of the city

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Arista Properties makes an inaugural entry into the UAE

With its first project strategically located at MBR City, Arista has brough on board architect firm Hirsch Bedner Associates and One Broker Group as agency partner

DP World to move headquarters to Expo City Dubai

DP World to relocate global head office to Expo City Dubai

The new head office provides a platform for clients and partners to engage with the port operator’s entire portfolio

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Dubai real estate gig: Sparks fly as job ad demands dating prowess

A real estate job advertisement in Dubai has gained attention, all for the wrong reasons.

RTA unveils Dhs1.6bn digital strategy

Dubai’s RTA unveils Dhs1.6bn digital strategy

The digital strategy implementation will be carried out over four phases spanning seven years

WATCH: Sheikh Hamdan takes the wheel — or not? — in self-driving taxi

The test follows RTA’s announcement in 2022 to set up Dubai as the first international market for Cruise

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UAE: Winter weather brings rain, mist with minimum temperatures dropping below 10 degrees C

Winter weather has set in with slight rain and mist along with windy conditions forecast for the weekend

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Dubai Duty Free offers up exciting promotions to mark 40 years of operations

In line with its anniversary celebrations, the retailer has announced a slew of promotional offers for travellers until December 20

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Dubai airport to serve 4.4 million passengers this festive season

Dubai International is preparing for an exceptional spike in guest numbers, with an estimated 279,000 passengers on December 22

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Dubai launches initiative to boost ease of doing business

The streamlined process contributes to bolstering Dubai’s competitiveness as a business-friendly destination

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Paul Griffiths on Dubai Airports’ bold journey to super-hub status

The head of the airport operator tells Gulf Business how the company is re-engineering every single element of capacity pinch point as Dubai eyes super-hub status

Dubai sets up fund to oversee government investments

Dubai sets up fund to oversee government investments

The newly established fund will hold stakes in entities including utility giant Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, toll operator Salik and Dubai Taxi Company

UAE cabinet approves green fuel guideline for aviation

In 2023, the UAE cabinet issued more than 60 policies, initiatives, and decisions to promote the nation’s efforts to combat climate change and its impact

Dubai’s RTA unveils revamped Strategic Plan 2024-2030

Dubai’s RTA unveils revamped Strategic Plan 2024-2030

The plan is designed to facilitate the development of roads and transport systems that support the 20-minute city

Dubai plans to slash carbon emissions in half by 2030

Dubai plans to cut carbon emissions in half by 2030

The city’s ambitious plan is set to accelerate the momentum that it has achieved in its transition towards clean energy over the last decade

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OPEC members push against including fossil fuels phase-out in COP28 deal

Germany’s state secretary and special envoy for climate action, Jennifer Morgan, said counties were now “moving into the critical stage of negotiations”

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Dubai Shopping Festival drone and light show returns to The Beach, JBR

The 800-piece drone shows will illuminate the skies with a symphony of colours and shapes, telling two exciting new stories through their display

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Dubai Shopping Festival begins: Deals, discounts, fireworks, prizes on offer

Starting on December 8, the Dubai Shopping Festival will run until January 14

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Near zero emission cooling possible by 2050: Report

Led by the COP28 UAE Presidency, the Global Cooling Pledge, sets out a series of commitments by governments that will accelerate emission reductions from energy use and refrigerants

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Dubai Police adds McLaren Artura hybrid supercar to patrol fleet

A top speed of 330 kilometres per hour and an acceleration of 0-100 kilometres per hour in 3 seconds make it one of the fastest supercars on the market

Mashreq commits to facilitate Dhs110bn in sustainable finance by 2030

Mashreq to facilitate Dhs110bn in sustainable finance by 2030

The bank’s commitment to sustainable finance is part of its Climb2Change global initiative

From aerial taxis to smart streetlights: Dubai’s RTA green lights Dhs2.5bn in deals

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has approved a new set of ten public-private partnership developments for 2024-2026

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UAE unveils World Fire Emission Reduction Alliance at COP28

The signatories collectively represent over 56 countries globally, establishing a wide-ranging global alliance dedicated to reinforcing security, disaster prevention

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Dubai Calendar: Here’s a lineup of sport, festive, music, NYE events in Dec 2023

Dubai Calendar has revealed an exciting array of events in December, including DSF, Sole DXB, Winter Garden and other events

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COP28 UAE: Dr Sultan Al Jaber recaps key wins of first 4 days

“Tackling methane will have a massive near-term impact on keeping 1.5 within reach, and that’s why I am putting it at the top of my agenda,” Dr Al Jaber said during his briefing

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Casino update: Dubai awards biggest island construction contract to house MGM, Bellagio

Located off the coast of Umm Suqeim, The Island is expected to feature major casino properties with 1,400 hotel rooms and apartments

Dubai announces free parking and new bus and metro timings for 52nd Union Day Image RTA

Dubai announces free parking, new metro, bus timing for 52nd Union Day

RTA has introduced free public parking during the Union Day holiday, except for the multi-level parking terminals, from December 2-4