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Dubai’s Business Bay sees highest number of real estate transactions in 2022

The top 10 list of locations that registered the highest number of transactions included Dubai Marina, Al Barsha South 4, Burj Khalifa, Al Merkadh, Al Hebiah 5, and Jebel Ali 1

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2022: Dubai Islamic Bank reports highest ever net profit

The bank reported Dhs14bn in total income for 2022, registering a 20 per cent year-on-year rise

Emirates AIrline Festival of Literature is back

Emirates Airline Festival of Literature celebrates its 15th anniversary

Considered among the world’s top 10 literary events, the latest edition of the festival will see the return of authors, who’ve graced the festival over 15 years, as well as a great line-up of new writers, workshops and interactive sessions  

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Dubai Chamber of Commerce launches 4 new business groups

The chamber plans to increase the number of sector-specific business support groups to 100 by March 2023

Emirates Skywards members can win up to one million Miles

Emirates Skywards members come from over 180 countries, and have redeemed more than 140 billion Miles between 2018 and 2022

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Power Letters 2023: Abdulla Belhoul, chief executive officer, Tecom Group

As many parts of the world look to accommodate new work environments, Tecom Group remains committed to providing companies with modern and flexible spaces to engage

Residents report tremors in certain areas of Dubai

The tremors were felt because of demolition work currently underway at the Dubai Pearl development

Emirates to increase flights to Sydney, Melbourne; resume service to Christchurch

Emirates to increase flights to Sydney, Melbourne; resume service to Christchurch

With the increase in flights, Emirates will be operating 63 weekly services to Australia by mid-year

Dubai wins bids to host 232 business events in 2022

Dubai wins bids to host 232 business events in 2022

The events are to be held over the coming years and will bring in an additional 135,000 visitors

Power Letters 2023: Arif Amiri, CEO, DIFC Authority

Power Letters 2023: Arif Amiri, CEO, DIFC Authority

In 2023, we will continue to focus on expanding our influence to become the largest ecosystem of financial services, technology and innovation in the region

Dubai records completion of 55 real estate projects worth $3.24bn in 2022

Dubai records completion of 55 real estate projects worth $3.24bn in 2022

A total of 350 real estate projects are currently being developed in the emirate

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Davos 2023: Mubadala says Emirates Global Aluminium IPO may happen this year

A listing of the company this year would follow a boom for IPOs in the region that started in 2022 and fetched almost $23bn

Emirates to reintroduce A380 on Dubai-Casablanca route

Emirates to reintroduce A380 on Dubai-Casablanca route

Starting April 15, the airline will replace the Boeing 777-300ER aircraft currently used between Dubai and Casablanca with the A380

Tier Mobility completes one million rides in Dubai

Tier Mobility completes one million rides in Dubai

A distance of three million kilometres has been covered, empowering riders to replace 515,000 kilometres of car journeys

Mashreq acquires digital banking license to commence operations in Pakistan

Mashreq acquires digital banking licence to commence operations in Pakistan

The lender aims to invest in the country’s rural infrastructure, including microfinance institutions

Emirates to resume passenger services to Shanghai, Beijing

Dubai’s Emirates to resume passenger services to Shanghai, Beijing

The carrier’s four weekly flights to Guangzhou will also increase to a daily service from February 1

Dubai Municipality launches digital platform courtesy Dubai Media Office

Dubai Municipality’s new digital platform showcases eight natural reserves

The platform aims to encourage eco-friendly, sustainable tourism in Dubai’s natural reserve zones, offering information and services linked to the reserves on one platform

Avalon Properties CEO Ahmad Ibrahim

Dubai’s real estate sector had a remarkable year in 2022, says Avalon Properties’ CEO

Avalon Properties also experienced robust growth during this period, growing its operations across the UAE, covering Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah

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Dubai Police reveals first all-women SWAT squad

Female officers are breaking the norm by conquering specialisations that were dominated by men, says Dubai Police commander-in-chief

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UAE golden visa: 79,617 visas issued in 2022, says GDRFA

The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai processed over 62.24 million transactions last year

DFM and DWTC to host IPO summit in Dubai

Dubai Financial Market, DWTC set to host first MENA IPO Summit – Dubai

The inaugural summit will take place from January 23-25 at The Museum of the Future

Dubai Chamber of Commerce establishes Medical Labs & Diagnostic Centres Business Group

The establishment of the business group plays a crucial role in recommending policy changes to improve the sector’s competitiveness

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Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan, Sheikh Maktoum review roadmap for D33, first 10 projects

The first phase of D33 projects includes launching the Dubai Green and Sustainable Industry Plan

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Dubai records real estate transactions valued at Dhs10bn during the week

Al Hebiah Fifth recorded the most transactions for this week with 133 sales transactions worth Dhs386.38m

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Dubai levies new custom duty on international shopping over Dh300 from Jan 1

Residents shopping internationally will have to pay 5 per cent import customs duty and 5 per cent value-added tax on purchases

ENOC, AutoPro and Dubai Police collaborate for On the Go initiative

Dubai Police launches fourth phase of ‘On-The-GO’ initiative at ENOC service stations

During the fourth phase, ENOC personnel at service stations will assist motorists in reporting minor accident reports within a few minutes

MMI removes 30% municipality tax on alcohol sales

Dubai: MMI removes 30% municipality tax levied on alcohol sales

This move is in line with the recent directives from the government of Dubai relating to the purchase and consumption of alcoholic beverages in the city

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New Year’s Eve: 2.1 million riders used public, shared transport, reveals Dubai’s RTA

The figure reflects a 33 per cent rise from last year’s number, which was 1,632,552 riders

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Here’s how Dubai is set to enjoy ‘safe and secure’ NYE celebrations

A total of 10,597 personnel, 5,800 security guards, 1,420 volunteers, 3,651 patrols and vehicles, and 45 marine boats have been deployed across the 30 locations where celebrations and fireworks will take place

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Top 10 places to watch New Year’s Eve fireworks in Dubai

Here’s our list of the best places in Dubai to watch the fireworks as you say goodbye to 2022 and bring in the New Year