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Oman announces dates for Eid Al Adha 2023

The sighting of the crescent signifies the annual Hajj pilgrimage’s start on June 26 and Arafat Day will fall on June 27

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Eid Al Adha 2023: Public holidays announced for UAE private sector

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has announced a public paid holiday on the occasion of Arafat Day and Eid Al Adha

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Saudi Arabia confirms dates for Hajj, Eid Al Adha 2023

Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court announced that June 19, will mark the first day of Dhul Hijjah, after sighting the new crescent moon in the kingdom

UAE pledges $15m to UN Women to advance women's empowerment Image credit WAM

UAE pledges $15m to UN Women to advance gender equality

The UAE is currently serving on the UN Women Executive Board from 2023 until 2025

Sheikh Hamdan launches third phase of Dubai 10X initiative Image Twitter_ Dubai Media Office_ hamdan.ae

Sheikh Hamdan launches third phase of Dubai 10X initiative

The Dubai 10X initiative has played a pivotal role in the development of 42 key projects aimed at elevating government services

Dubai public beaches dhs93 million revamp completed Image Dubai Media Office

Dubai completes Dhs93m facelift of public beaches

Dubai Municipality said it will continue to carry out regular maintenance of its beaches and amenities as part of an annual plan valued at over Dhs15m

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Cyclone Biparjoy to make landfall between India and Pakistan’s coasts, UAE to remain unaffected

Cyclone Biparjoy’s path shows it heading north and northeast towards the India-Pakistan coast

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New York has world’s worst air pollution as Canada wildfires rage

Smoke blowing in from wildfires raging across Canada’s provinces have blanketed the city in haze

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UK travel: GCC, Jordan nationals to pay GBP10 for multiple visits under new ETA scheme

Citizens of GCC countries currently pay GBP30 per visit to the UK under the current electronic visa wavier scheme while Jordanian nationals pay GBP100 for a visit visa

UAE National Sports Strategy 2031 approved by UAE cabinet Image Dubai Media Office Twitter

UAE cabinet approves National Sports Strategy 2031

The strategy will implement 17 initiatives in the coming years, including discovering new talented athletes in schools and updating sports education methodology and laws

UAE cabinet approves formation of council to combat drugs Image credit Dubai Media Office Twitter

Sheikh Mohammed announces formation of national council to combat drug trafficking

The National Council Against Drugs is chaired by Lieutenant General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan

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Eid Al Adha 2023 likely to start on this date, predicts UAE astronomer

Eid Al Adha, which means the ‘festival of sacrifice’, is observed on the tenth day of the twelfth and final month in the Islamic calendar, Dhul Hijjah

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Dubai visit visa: 10-day grace period removed for travellers who overstay

Visitors who overstay their visa will have to pay a fine of Dhs50 per day

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Dubai’s Landmark Group founder Micky Jagtiani passes away

A constant innovator, the Indian billionaire created and led more than 27 diverse brand concepts

Dubai retains FDI ranking

Dubai retains global top spot for attracting greenfield FDI projects

The emirate ranked first in attracting FDI projects into sectors such as tourism, business services, financial services, transport and warehousing, consumer products, and software and IT services

Dubai municipality launches new platform for pvt sector investors

Dubai Municipality launches platform for private sector investors

The new platform provides a streamlined and transparent channel for the evaluation and approval of ideas and proposals

Dubai Future Fellowship launched by Sheikh Hamdan photo Dubai Media Office

Sheikh Hamdan launches Dubai Future Fellowship

The programme’s goals will be supported by an international network of fellows known for their achievements in government, technology and future sectors

labour disputed drop in Abu Dhabi by 40 per cent Abu Dhabi Judicial Department photo WAM

Abu Dhabi sees 40% drop in labour dispute cases

The decline in labour cases reflects the success of the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department’s campaigns to raise awareness of the legal rights of employees

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UAE President names new Vice President, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi

Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan will serve as UAE Vice President alongside Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai

UAE cabinet meeting March 2023 photo courtesy WAM

UAE approves 24 national initiatives, aims to double re-exports in 7 years

Additionally, the UAE cabinet meeting reviewed more than 19 initiatives to attract talent to the country

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Here’s how many visitors Dubai’s DWTC welcomed in 2022

Dubai World Trade Centre hosted 244 exhibitions and events in 2022, growing by 39 per cent over the previous year

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New UAE Governments Net Zero 2050 Charter a nod to collective climate action

The charter was signed on the sidelines of the UAE Cabinet meeting held on March 6

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UAE visas: Expats need monthly income of Dhs10,000 to sponsor 5 relatives

The new visa rules require expats who want to bring their relatives or their wives’ relatives to the UAE to have an adequate monthly income

Sheikh Hamdan announces first phase of Emirati initiative Image_WAM

Sheikh Hamdan launches first phase of ‘Emirati’ initiative

The first phase of the initiative will see 22 new services added to the current 131 services available on the platform

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Magnitude 7.2 earthquake strikes Tajikistan-China border

It occurred near the border between the northwestern Chinese Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and Tajikistan’s Gorno-Badakhshan

New UAE visa entry permit updates

UAE announces updates to 15 services linked to visa, entry permits

The updates include a one time visa extension for a period of 30 days for 90-day visa holders

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UAE President orders additional $50m in relief aid for Syria

The UAE is continuing to send relief supplies to Syria and Türkiye, with more than 70 flights sent to both countries so far, carrying food, medical supplies and other items

UAE president meet Pakistan head of state courtesy WAM

UAE President receives Pakistan PM, leaders discuss cooperation

The leaders also witnessed the announcement of three memoranda of understanding

Dubai leads MENA region on Global Power City Index 2022

Dubai leads MENA region on Global Power City Index 2022

The GCI’s rankings of the top cities in 2022 reflect the self-reinforcing strength of the world’s leading global cities

Conares opens Dhs150m colour-coated steel plant in JAFZA

Conares opens Dhs150m colour-coated steel plant in JAFZA

Exporting products to 26 countries across six continents, the company’s assets are currently estimated to be valued at Dhs2.5bn