November 2017 — Topical news of the United Arab Emirates

November 19, 2017 no comments 1288
For the first time, the index includes a land rent index The Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced that its rental index for residential, commercial and industrial properties has been updated for 2018. The new rental index includes all areas of Dubai, as well as all types of...

November 18, 2017 no comments 1199
Sales of second phase of waterfront project will commence on Saturday Aldar Properties has announced the launch of public sales for the second and final phase of Water’s Edge, the company’s waterfront development on Yas Island. Sales will commence on Saturday at the Aldar Sales...

November 18, 2017 no comments 1215
11th hour switch amounted to much more than just a lost order for Airbus, sending ripples across the aviation industry At the handover of the 100th A380 superjumbo to Gulf carrier Emirates earlier this month in Hamburg, Airbus rolled out the red carpet to airline executives and Dubai...

November 18, 2017 no comments 1281
A total number of 497 people from different walks of life came together to break the world record of the maximum number of people doing jump squats simultaneously at the Festival Bay area of the Dubai Festival City on Friday. The closing weekend carnival of the Dubai Fitness Challenge...

November 18, 2017 no comments 1383
MoHRE also announced holiday for Prophet's (PBUH) birthday The UAE has announced holidays for public sector workers to mark the 46th National Day and Commemoration Day, earlier known as Martyrs' Day. According to the circular issued by the Ministry of Human Resources and...

November 18, 2017 no comments 1093
But there is also significant drop of 62 per cent in the violation, compared to 2016 Despite the increased penalties introduced by the amended Federal Traffic Law this year, some drivers insist on ignoring the regulations meant to keep road users safe. Up to 379 drivers have...

November 18, 2017 no comments 1044
A U.S. congressional proposal that would eliminate income tax exemptions for certain airlines could affect major Gulf carriers A U.S. congressional proposal that would eliminate income tax exemptions for certain airlines could affect major Gulf carriers, potentially worsening an...

November 18, 2017 no comments 1190
Developer Miral to roll out Yas Connect project to digitally connect theme parks and destinations Abu Dhabi-based developer, Miral, has embarked on a major digital transformation project to create a seamlessly connected destination of theme parks and attractions on Yas Island. The...

November 18, 2017 no comments 1179
More details of Future Police 1957-2057 strategy for the UAE capital are revealed Abu Dhabi Police has revealed more details about its plans to develop innovative services over the next 40 years. It has signed two agreements and two charters to support its Future Police 1957-2057...

November 17, 2017 no comments 1274
Dubai will see a major supply of hotel keys in coming years the emirate has the highest number of rooms under contract at the end of October Dubai will see a major supply of hotel keys in coming years the emirate has the highest number of rooms under contract at the end of October followed...

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