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COP28 President lays down big agenda for climate change

COP28 President Dr Sultan Al Jaber lays down big agenda items for climate summit

The annual UN climate summits tend to be large, complicated, diplomatic efforts that require a consensus among all nations attending

PureHealth aims for net-zero emissions by 2040

PureHealth pledges to reach net-zero emissions by 2040

The healthcare firm’s climate pledge is a decade before the deadline by when the world must reach net zero if it is to achieve the Paris Agreement goal

Nothing Phone 2 preorders open on July 16

Nothing Phone 2: UAE preorders open on July 16

The device provides a more ergonomic hands-on experience with a 1 mm thinner midframe and a pillowed glass back

Yahsat to invest $100m in T4-NGS satellite programme

Abu Dhabi’s Yahsat to invest $100m in T4-NGS satellite programme

The company seeks to boost its investments in the coming years to enhance its fleet, including the potential launch of two new satellites

UAE Austria sign air transport services agreement Image WAM

UAE, Austria sign air transport services deal

This agreement paves the way for closer ties between the two countries and a rise in trade exchange due to bolstered air transport services

UAE chases 7% growth to double economy to over $800bn

UAE sets target to achieve 40% cut in carbon emissions by 2030

Sectors such as power and water generation, heavy industry, transport, waste, buildings, and agriculture will reduce emissions as per specific sectoral targets

Taaleem Holdings posts $54.5m in 9M 2023 net profit

Dubai’s Taaleem posts $54.5m profit since IPO

The school operator added 28,563 students for the 2022/23 academic year, a 36.2 per cent YoY increase in enrolments

Emirates unveils on-demand charter service

UAE, GCC travellers can now book charter flights with Emirates

The service allows customers to fly to several GCC destinations both within and outside of the carrier’s network

Esports GCC

Beyond games: How GCC’s esports, gaming sector is on target for growth

We explore how the region is embracing esports and gaming as a significant cultural and economic force

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Emiratisation: 79,000 Emiratis working in private sector, says MoHRE

The figures reflect the highest-ever rate of Emiratisation recorded in the UAE private sector

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix dates revealed

The official announcement from Formula One Management confirmed that the Abu Dhabi track will host the final race of the season

Echo Pop

Amazon introduces all-new Echo Pop in UAE

The device is available in Lavender Bloom, Midnight Teal, Glacier White and Charcoal colours

jobs in UAE, Saudi Arabia

Deadline for companies to meet Emiratisation targets on July 7

The deadline was extended from June 30 to July 7 to give companies more time to reach their targets

Dubai traffic flexible or remote work

Dubai introduces stricter traffic laws, announces fines of up to Dhs100,000

Under the amended traffic laws, Dubai Police can seize a vehicle if it has clocked up more than Dhs6,000 in traffic fines

UAE attracts foreign direct investment of $23bn in 2022

UAE attracts foreign direct investment of $23bn in 2022

The country remains the leading recipient of global FDI in the GCC, attracting 61 per cent of all foreign investments into the region last year

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Dubai’s DMCC welcomes 1,456 companies in H1 2023

DMCC is now home to more than 23,000 member companies from across the world

Samsung and FRAME tap local creators for Galaxy Z Flip4 accessories inspired by UAE cultureSamsung and FRAME tap local creators for Galaxy Z Flip4 accessories inspired by UAE culture image credit Samsung and Frame

Samsung, FRAME unveil Galaxy Z Flip4 accessories inspired by UAE culture, created by local artists

The creations launched at Al Shindaga Museum in collaboration with Dubai Culture are available for purchase online until the end of July

Digital identity

Insights: Digital identity is key to achieving national objectives

The UAE has embraced the vision of a sustainable future, investing heavily in renewable energy and dynamic technologies centered around innovation

UAE updates energy strategy, to invest 54.5bn in renewables

UAE updates energy strategy, to invest $54.5bn in renewables

The strategy aims to triple the contribution of renewables to the country’s energy mix by 2030 to reduce the effects of climate change

Régis Schultz, CEO of JD Sports (L) and Mohammad A. Baker, Deputy Chairman and CEO of GMG (R) at the signing of the franchise agreement _ image GMG

UAE’s GMG to bring JD Sports to the Middle East, signs franchise agreement

Under the terms of the 10-year agreement, GMG will open around 50 stores under the JD fascia by 2028, across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Egypt

ADNOC Gas awards natural gas pipeline contracts worth $1.34bn

ADNOC Gas awards natural gas pipeline contracts worth $1.34bn

The pipeline extension will drive further growth as part of the company’s strategy to increase its market share and enhance its customer base

Peter Hellyer image courtesy The National

Obituary: Honouring Peter Hellyer, acclaimed author, historian and filmmaker

Considered a close friend of the UAE, Hellyer leaves behind a legacy that will forever be etched in the country’s history

economic volatility

Here are three ways to ride economic volatility to triumph

While not easy, riding the moment to triumph is possible

UAE economy

UAE economy primed for stronger growth in H2 2023

The World Bank has forecasted a 2.8 per cent growth in the UAE’s real GDP for this year

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Shopping festival: Sharjah Summer Promotions begins, up to 75% in discounts

Considered one of the key events in Sharjah’s annual retail calendar, the 65-day shopping festival is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year

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Dr Al Kuwaiti leads UAE delegation at Cyber Week, highlighting UAE-Israel cyber alliance

Cyber Week is an annual international cybersecurity event, hosted at Tel Aviv University in Israel for last 12 years

UAE raises petrol prices for July 2023

UAE increases petrol prices for July 2023

The cost of petrol has slightly increased following a small reduction last month

Dubai’s luxury real estate market is booming. Here’s why

With growing demand and upcoming supply, the year looks promising for Dubai’s luxury property market

Real Estate

Guide to capitalise on UAE’s flourishing real estate market

Real estate investors looking to leverage the boom in the UAE market without committing to a large outlay can use REITs to earn high yields

SalamAir operates six A320neo, six A321neo, and one Airbus A321 freighter

Oman’s SalamAir to launch flights to 18 routes from Fujairah Airport

The destination brings Salam Air’s network to 39 destinations across 13 countries