December 2018 — Topical news of the United Arab Emirates

December 3, 2018 no comments 820
Abu Dhabi Police has announced the adoption of new speed limits on certain roads in the emirate Abu Dhabi Police has announced the adoption of new speed limits on certain roads in the emirate, as well as a new maximum speed limit of 140 kilometres per hour. The roads subject to...

December 3, 2018 no comments 803
Dubai is upping its efforts to lure tourists with retail-related events by planning a total of 247 days of activities next year Dubai is stepping up its efforts to lure tourists with retail-related events by planning a total of 247 days of activities next year. The Department of...

December 2, 2018 no comments 937
MAG Dubai, the property development arm of UAE-based MAG Group Holding, reveals the sale of 2,887 units this year MAG Dubai, the property development arm of UAE-based MAG Group Holding, has revealed the sale of 2,887 units so far in 2018 with a total value of AED3.5 billion ($950...

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Instructions by Crown Prince Mohamed Bin Zayed come on the eve of the UAE's 47th National Day Abu Dhabi has ordered the provision of more than AED 18.3 billion ($5 billion) in housing loans and land grants, according to state news agency WAM. The provisions will benefit 12,475...

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The easyJet tie-up, although initially restricted to flights in and out of London Gatwick, could bring significant benefits Emirates has long eschewed the formal alliances favored by the likes of British Airways, instead agreeing codeshare partnerships with 21 airlines, including...

December 2, 2018 no comments 821
Nike has opened the doors of its brand-new store at The Dubai Mall in partnership with local distributor Sun and Sands Sports.  Based near Beaverton, Oregon (US), Nike is the world's leading designer, marketer and distributor of authentic athletic footwear, apparel, equipment and...

December 2, 2018 no comments 915
In a new historic achievement, the UAE passport has become the strongest passport and now ranked first globally. The exceptional achievement on December 1, 2018, coincides with the 'Year of Zayed' and country's 47th National Day, and is added to country's numerous accomplishments in various...

December 1, 2018 no comments 922
Rotana signs agreement with Grandview Hotels and Resorts Limited to manage a new five-star property in Zambia UAE-based hospitality firm Rotana has signed a hotel management agreement with Grandview Hotels and Resorts Limited to manage a new five-star property in the Republic of...

December 1, 2018 no comments 877
Imkan has announced construction progress on its integrated Abu Dhabi residential project, Thanaya Developer Imkan has announced progress on its integrated Abu Dhabi residential project, Thanaya, saying it is on track for completion by the end of 2019. Located in Abu Dhabi’s Al...

December 1, 2018 no comments 1041
State Transport Leasing Company (GTLK), the largest leasing company in Russia, has opened its new subsidiary for the Middle East region in Dubai, UAE. The company had in 2012 opened its first international office in Ireland followed by an Asian unit in Hong Kong this September. The group...

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