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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

Female engineer at UAE construction site

UAE construction sector open to state-monitored playbook

The adoption of a monitored playbook approach is expected to drive earlier stakeholder engagement and team collaboration

Rome (Image: Supplied by Etihad Airways)

Etihad to increase frequency of flights to Rome

The airline will raise the number of weekly services it operates between Abu Dhabi and the Italian capital from seven to 11

UAE, Qatar central banks maintain key interest rates

UAE, Qatar central banks keep interest rates steady, tracking US Fed move

The move by the Fed to leave its benchmark rate unchanged suggests that higher borrowing costs have made some progress in slowing inflation

UAE banking sector savings deposits

Savings deposits in UAE banking sector hit $71.6bn in March

The central bank said savings deposits in the UAE banking sector jumped 4.7 per cent year-on-year compared to Dhs251.3bn in March 2022

UAE, Kazakhstan trade credit agencies sign an MoU

UAE, Kazakhstan export credit agencies sign agreement to boost trade

The two entities agreed to form a task force to explore more opportunities for cooperation, with a focus on seven strategic areas

Emiratisation

Deadline extended for companies to meet Emiratisation targets

Non-compliant companies will face Dhs42,000 fine for each Emirati not employed, based on the 1 per cent semi-annual Emiratisation growth requirement

Ecity - Cartlow sign agreement Image credit Cartlow

Cartlow, E-City launch sustainable device subscription programme

The initiative provides customers with affordable and convenient options to prolong the life cycle of their devices and reduce electronic waste

UAE seeks to bolster economic, investment ties with South Korea

UAE seeks to bolster economic, investment ties with South Korea

The two countries agreed on new plans in the field of entrepreneurship, including programs and facilities to foster startup growth

Kenya Airways

Emirates, Kenya Airways sign interline partnership

The partnership increases Emirates’ footprint to 148 African points

sustainable broadband

UAE consumers prioritise sustainable broadband, 92% open to paying more

The Cisco Broadband Survey highlights the growing environmental awareness among UAE consumers

Ukraine seeks UAE support.

Ukraine counts on UAE wealth funds to build its economy

Ukraine presented its economic transformation strategy and invited UAE funds to participate in the development of its wealth fund

Eid al Fitr

UAE announces Eid Al Adha holidays

Residents can expect either five or six days holiday, depending on the sighting of the Moon

Food security AgriTech GCC

GCC: How tech can support food security

We explore the role of innovative technologies in achieving food security in the GCC region

UAE bank investments

UAE bank investments hit a record $149.3bn in March

Month over month, bank investments jumped 1.3 per cent from Dhs541.4bn in February

economic substance

Insights: Economic substance regulations in the UAE

Economic substance refers to the tangible and real economic activity that a company carries out

Al-Futtaim Automotive leads $15 million funding round in revolutionary EV startup – River IMage Credit River

Al-Futtaim Automotive leads $15m funding round in Indian EV startup, River

Within a short span of two years since inception, River launched its first product ‘Indie’ an urban electric scooter to rave reviews last February

UAE refutes fourwork week reports

UAE FAHR says four-day workweek rumours are ‘not true’

The authority urged the public to verify the accuracy of the information and take such news from the UAE’s official sources

UAE and Cambodia CEPA deal

UAE signs bilateral trade deal with Cambodia

The agreement with Cambodia will reduce or remove tariffs, eliminate barriers to trade and create new avenues for strategic investment

Global Village

Here’s when Global Village Season 28 opens; it’s earlier than expected

By opening earlier for Season 28, Global Village aims to ensure that guests can enjoy an extended period of entertainment, cultural diversity and attractions

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

cooking robot

UAE’s dnata introduces cooking robot at World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo

Developed by Moley Robotics, the robot is able to recreate identical dishes at scale by following pre-recorded chef instructions

UAE Egypt sign deal to build 10GW_wind farm Image Masdar

UAE, Egypt ink deal to develop Africa’s largest wind farm, project valued at $10bn

The wind farm will help Egypt meet its strategic objective of sourcing 42 per cent of its energy from renewables by 2030

healthcare systems

Preserving health and planet: The imperative of sustainable healthcare systems

The interconnection between sustainability and climate change in the healthcare sector is crucial for safeguarding the future of both our planet and the human race

UAE weather

UAE weather: Temperatures to hit 50°C this week

However, residents in Dubai can expect a slight respite on Friday, with a relatively cooler day at 37°C

LBS' Jane Khedair on why the MENA region is prime ground for VCs and startups

Insights: Why the MENA region offers exciting opportunities for VCs, startups

The abundance of family money, rising government and financial support for startups complemented by the focus on economic diversification has put the region into the spotlight

FTA Director General Khalid Ali Al Bustani

Corporate tax: FTA launches corporate tax workshop platform

The new feature forms part of the steps the FTA has taken to ensure a smooth implementation of the corporate tax law

National Bonds raises stake in Taaleem oup CEO image National Bonds

National Bonds increases stake in Taaleem to 22%

Taaleem operates 26 schools with 27,000 students, supported by more than 1,700 faculty members and 3,000 administrative staff in the UAE

AD Ports Group, Crystal Offshore deal

AD Ports Group inks 25-year agreement with Crystal Offshore

The new shipyard fabrication facility will cater for drilling rigs and marine assets as well as deep water vessels such as FPSO