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Free video calling app ToTok no longer available in the UAE

Currently, all free voice over internet protocol (VoIP) services including Skype and WhatsApp calls are blocked in the UAE

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Interview: Georges Kern, CEO of Breitling

Here’s how he plans to alter the future flight path of one of the Swiss watch industry’s most iconic watchmakers

New video calling app launched in UAE, ban on Skype, WhatsApp calls remains

Etisalat offers access to the Voico UAE app, which offers video and audio calls worldwide

Revealed: Most in-demand roles in the UAE with predicted salaries for 2020

Up to 82 per cent of UAE business leaders find it challenging to employ relevant talent, finds study

Revealed: Top 10 banks in the UAE

The UAE’s biggest listed banks ranked by total asset size

UAE amends list of public holidays for 2019

FAHR has added a holiday to mark Mawlid Al Nabi – the anniversary of the Prophet Muhammad’s birthday

Dubai businessman Khalaf Al Habtoor urges for end to Skype ban in UAE

The Dubai businessman also said reconsidering some of the fees will have a “positive impact on the economy”

Amazon reveals best-selling products in the UAE on Prime Day

Prime members in the UAE purchased more than 21,000 litres of bottled water and over 8,500 kg of powder detergent

New family sponsorship law for expats in the UAE takes effect

Expats – both men and women – can sponsor their family members if they earn a monthly salary of Dhs4,000 or Dhs3,000 plus accommodation

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UAE ministry cuts work permit fees by up to 94%

The move is aimed at supporting business owners and investors in the country

UAE unveils ‘golden card’ permanent residency scheme for expats

The move will see permanent residency granted to “exceptional” professionals

Emirates chief commercial officer Thierry Antinori resigns

The senior Emirates executive joined the airline in 2011

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UAE public and private sector to have same number of national holidays

New decree aims at achieving a “balance between the two sectors”, the government said

Revealed: Top 100 most powerful Arabs 2019

In this year’s collection of powerful and influential individuals we have a heady mix of consolidation and breakthrough

UAE declares holiday for private sector workers attending Pope’s mass

The Papal mass is taking place on Tuesday, February 5 at the Zayed City stadium in Abu Dhabi

Revealed: World’s best and worst passports for travel in 2019

The UAE, which has risen by five spots, ranks highest in the region

UAE’s Etisalat, du offer free wifi for National Day

The offer will be open to all UAE residents in major public places

UAE issues special coins, bank note to commemorate Year of Zayed

A total of 5,000 silver commemorative coins weighing 60 grams will be issued

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UAE Cabinet approves long-term visas for certain expats, lists conditions

Long term visas will be granted to investors, entrepreneurs, specialists in the medical, scientific, research and technical fields and outstanding students

UAE announces extended holiday for National Day

Workers are set to receive a four-day weekend

Revealed: Top 10 companies in the UAE in 2018

The biggest listed companies in the UAE by market capitalisation

UAE law allowing 100% foreign ownership now in force

The law establishes ‘positive’ and ‘negative’ lists of sectors open to more than 49 per cent foreign investment

Marriott CEO says Dubai hotel exits ‘logical’ but plots return

President and CEO Arne Sorenson says UAE opportunities still profound

Dubai’s Emirates adds flights to Canada

Emirates has been seeking additional flights to Canada for years

Azerbaijan grants UAE residents visa on arrival

The on-arrival tourist visa is valid for one month the date of arrival

UAE announces new visa rules for residents, jobseekers and tourists

The UAE Cabinet has also added an insurance scheme in place of bank guarantees when recruiting private sector workers

Abu Dhabi’s Etihad to suspend New York service

Etihad is also suspending flights to Edinburgh and Perth on the same date

UAE Cabinet approves 10-year visas, will allow 100% foreign ownership by year-end

Both changes are expected to boost the country’s economic competitiveness

The Gulf Business Salary Survey 2018

Following a series of major changes relating to taxation, legislation and economic performance over the last 12 months, Gulf Business explores how the regional pay packet has been impacted

UAE announces private sector holiday for Isra’a Wal Miraj

The update was issued on Wednesday afternoon