Government | Sunday 26 May, 2024 11:38 am

UAE tourism sector expected to contribute 12% to GDP in 2024, UN tourism meeting told

The UAE's tourism sector contributed AED220 billion to the GDP in 2023, accounting for 11.7 percent of the overall economy, This upward trend is expected to continue in 2024, with projections indicating the sector will reach AED236 billion and account for an even greater share of the GDP at 12...

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Government | Sunday 26 May, 2024 8:58 am

ZATCA sets measures for selecting entities at 12th phase of e-invoicing

The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) determined measures for selecting target establishments at the 12th category to apply the integration phase of e-invoicing.   In a statement, the authority added that the 12th category includes all entities whose revenues, inclusive of...

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Government | Saturday 25 May, 2024 12:02 am

ADIB wins 4 major accolades at Euromoney Islamic and Excellence Finance Awards

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), a leading Islamic financial institution, has been awarded four prestigious awards at Euromoney Islamic and Excellence Finance Awards 2024, serving as a significant tribute to the bank's exceptional performance and unwavering commitment to redefining innovation in...

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Government | Saturday 25 May, 2024 12:00 am

CBUAE Governor, IMF mission discuss UAE financial, banking sector developments

Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), met with a mission from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), led by Ali Al-Eyd, during the 2024 Article IV Consultation to discuss the UAE’s economic and financial developments. The meeting encompassed a review of the...

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Government | Thursday 23 May, 2024 1:55 pm

Interior Ministry bans entry of visit visa holders to Makkah from today

The Ministry of Interior announced that entry to or stay in Makkah is prohibited for anyone holding any type of visit visa, from the 15th of Dhu al-Qi'dah 1445 AH until the 15th of Dhu al-Hijjah 1445 AH, the ministry said on its X account. Visit visa, in all its types and names, does not...

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Government | Wednesday 22 May, 2024 9:28 am

PCFC announces a 105% increase in licenses issued for bunkering companies in Dubai

The Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation has announced a 105% growth in the number of licenses issued to companies specializing in bunkering operations in Dubai Waters during the first quarter of 2024. This comes alongside an overall increase in maritime operations performance since the...

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Government | Tuesday 21 May, 2024 11:59 am

Dubai Courts Ink Memorandum of Understanding with Emirates Tech, Pledging to Amplify Digital Transformation

Dubai Courts have forged a Memorandum of Understanding with Emirates Tech. This move marks a significant step towards accelerating the development of the court system in the realm of digital transformation and technological solutions. This initiative reflects a commitment to deploying innovative...

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Government | Sunday 19 May, 2024 10:15 am

Over 800,000 Security Passes were issued for areas supervised by the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation in Q1 2024

The Security Department at Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) issued 800,000 security passes during the first quarter of 2024 to facilitate the entry of individuals and companies into the ports and free zones overseen by the PCFC in Dubai. This comes as part of its commitment to...

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Government | Wednesday 15 May, 2024 9:33 am

Airport Show opens in Dubai amidst brightest growth outlook for aviation industry

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, inaugurated the 23rd edition of Airport Show at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) on Tuesday, May 14,...

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Government | Tuesday 14 May, 2024 7:45 am

Dubai Civil Aviation Authority participates in Airport Show’s 23rd edition

The Dubai Civil Aviation Authority has completed its preparations to participate in the 23rd edition of the Airport Show, taking place under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, who serves as the President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai...

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